PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie (2023): Cast, Ratings & Box Office
PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie is a 2023 animated drama directed by Cal Brunker, starring Kristen Bell as Janet, James Marsden and Christian Convery. It runs 1 hour 32 minutes and earned $205.1 million worldwide on a $40.4 million budget. Critics gave it 71% on Rotten Tomatoes and 49 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 5.9/10.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 32m (92 min)
- Director
- Cal Brunker
- Original language
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English
- Budget
- $40.4M
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie About?
The premise of PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
After a mystical meteor lands in Adventure City, the PAW Patrol pups gain extraordinary superpowers, transforming them into The Mighty Pups. They must learn to control their newfound abilities while navigating the challenges of being dogs and protecting the city from a mysterious threat that emerges with the meteor’s arrival. Balancing heroic duties with everyday life proves to be a difficult task for the team.
PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie Themes & Keywords
· 40 tags- dog
- second part
- based on tv series
- based on cartoon
- cgi animation
- computer animation
- 3d animation
- hero
- animal
- nickelodeon
- villain
- magical
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- meteor
- future
- power
- city
- exploration
- scientist
- superpower
- cg animation
- superhero action
- superhero fantasy
- superhero sci fi
- superhero
- supervillain
- neon
- cartoon dog
- futuristic
- technology
- urban adventure
- kids family
- sequel
- team action
- good versus evil
- talking dog
- villainess
- fire
- flashback
- voice over narration
- painted cgi
PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie Cast & Characters
Kristen Bell leads the cast as Janet, with James Marsden as Hank and Christian Convery as Chase. Directed by Cal Brunker; 20 actors are credited in all.
- Director Cal Brunker
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Mckenna Grace as Skye
Also Starring in PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie
· 16 more- Finn Lee-Epp Ryder
- Luxton Handspiker Rubble
- Callum Shoniker Rocky
- Marsai Martin Liberty
- Christian Corrao Marshall
- Nylan Parthipan Zuma
- Taraji P. Henson Victoria Vance
- Kim Roberts Mayor Goodway
- Ron Pardo Mayor Humdinger, Cap'n Turbot
- North West Mini
- Alan Kim Nano
- Brice Gonzalez Tot
- Chris Rock
- Lil Rel Howery Sam Stringer
- Serena Williams
- Saint West Meteor Max
More from Cal Brunker
One more film directed by Cal Brunker: PAW Patrol: The Dino Movie.
PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie 71% on Rotten Tomatoes and 49 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 5.9/10. Our Echo Score gives it 68/100, strongest in character & emotion (75) and weakest in story & flow (55).
PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie Echo Score Breakdown
In general, PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie delivers a serviceable sequel with modest strengths in visual presentation and character moments. The animation and production design are more ambitious than the first film, and the voice cast brings some warmth to the familiar ensemble. Plot elements, however, remain formulaic and predictable, leaning on tried-and-true heroic arcs. The soundtrack and sound design support the upbeat tone, though they rarely stand out. Overall, the film offers entertaining family fare with limited depth on repeat viewings.
Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.
- Art & Craft 70
In terms of visual artistry, the film presents a more ambitious animation style than its predecessor. Multiple reviewers highlighted the vibrant color palette and well-executed action sequences, which elevate the production design. Editing choices smooth transitions for a younger audience, though pacing sometimes feels uneven in frenetic scenes. Overall, the visual presentation is engaging and polished.
- Character & Emotion 75
When it comes to character and emotion, the voice performances add warmth to the core team and notable guest roles. Reviewers praised the clear confidence and teamwork themes, along with the charismatic secondary characters. While character arcs are broadly sketched and predictable, they remain relatable to the intended audience. Overall, the emotional resonance is modest but effective.
- Story & Flow 55
In terms of story and flow, the narrative follows a familiar hero-rescue formula with straightforward stakes. Critics noted the predictable plot and repetitive beats, though some enjoyed the injected humor and thematic focus on personal growth. Pacing alternates between lively action and slower exposition, contributing to an uneven rhythm. Overall, the storyline offers basic engagement without significant originality.
- Sensory Experience 70
When considering the sensory experience, the score and soundtrack reinforce the film’s upbeat and child-friendly tone, including a standout pop song moment. Sound design supports the action with clear effects, and the visual style maintains cohesion through bright, energetic imagery. While these elements complement the family-oriented mood, they seldom create memorable audio-visual highlights. Overall, the sensory aspects are competent and consistent.
- Rewatch Factor 60
In terms of rewatch value, the film appeals primarily to younger viewers who may enjoy repeated viewings of the colorful action and familiar characters. The lighthearted tone and straightforward humor can feel repetitive for older audiences. While there is some charm in the ensemble’s chemistry, the limited narrative depth reduces its lasting appeal. Overall, the movie holds moderate replay potential for its target demographic.
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IMDb 5.9 /10
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Rotten Tomatoes 71% Tomatometer
Popcornmeter 93%
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Metacritic 49 Metascore
User score 6.7
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TMDB 70% User score
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Letterboxd 2.7 /5
17507 ratings
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PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie Plot Summary
What happens in PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 5-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
The story kicks off in Adventure City, where the bustling junkyard is thrown into disarray as co-owners Janet and Hank find themselves trapped in their office. A sly thief commandeers their crane to steal a massive magnet, wreaking havoc as explosions erupt throughout the yard. In a moment of urgency, Janet grabs the phone, calling upon an unexpected savior: THE PAW PATROL!
Taking charge, Ryder assembles the team of pups – Chase, Skye, Rubble, Rocky, Marshall, Zuma, and Liberty – who race to the rescue, foregoing speed limits to reach the junkyard quickly. Skye takes to the skies, pouring water to extinguish flames, while Marshall secures the area. Grateful for their bravery, Janet and Hank relish a moment of victory alongside their heroic canines.
Full summary
The whole story of PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie, scene by scene
PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie Box Office & Budget
PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie grossed $205.1 million worldwide on a $40.4 million budget, 5.1 times what it cost. $65.3 million came from the US and Canada and $139.8 million (68%) from the rest of the world.
Worldwide gross
$205.1M
5.1× its budget
- US & Canada
- $65.3M
- International
- $139.8M
- Budget
- $40.4M
PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie Trailers & Videos
28 videos: 1 trailer, 14 teasers, 6 clips, 5 featurettes and 2 behind-the-scenes videos.
- Teaser Ninja Patrol
- Teaser Unleash your powers
- Teaser How many su-PAW-stars can you fit in PAW Patrol Movie
- Teaser A super-powered pup adventure!
How Well Do You Know PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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Who are the co-owners of the junkyard trapped at the beginning of the movie?
PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie Also Known As
41 alternative titles, including “La Pat' Patrouille 2” and “PAW Patrol 2”.
- Also known as
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- La Pat' Patrouille 2
- PAW Patrol 2
- PAW Patrol: The Movie 2
- 퍼피 구조대 2
- ขบวนการเจ้าตูบสี่ขา เดอะ ไมตี้ มูฟวี
- Paw Patrol Der Mighty Kinofilm
- Patrulha Pata: o Super Filme
- PAW PATROL LA SUPER PELICULA
- Paw Patrol: Superfilmen
- Psići u ophodnji: Moćan film
- 汪汪队立大功大电影2:超能大冒险
- Käpapatrull: Vägev film
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- La Pat' Patrouille : La Super Patrouille, le film
- La Patrulla Canina: La superpelícula
- 퍼피 구조대: 더 마이티 무비
- Patrulha Canina: Um Filme Superpoderoso
- Labková patrola vo veľkofilme
- PAW Patrol: Phim Siêu Đẳng
- PAW Patrol: La súper película
- Tlapková patrola ve velkofilmu
- Paw Patrol: Der Mighty Kinofilm
- PAW Patrol - Il Super Film
- パウ・パトロール ザ・マイティ・ムービー
- Psi Patrol: Wielki film
- Mancs őrjárat: A szuperfilm
- Щенячий патруль: Мегакіно
- Ryhmä Hau: Mahtipennut
- 汪汪隊立大功:超級大電影
- מפרץ ההרפתקאות: סרט העל
- 汪汪隊立大功:超班大電影
- Patrula Cățelușilor: Filmul cel Mare
- Щенячий патруль: Мегафильм
- Paw Patrol: Süper Film
- Пес патрул: Супер филмът
- Paw Patrol: Η Σούπερ Ταινία
- Tačke na patrulji: Silni film
- Paw Patrol - storfilmen
- Küçüklər Patrulu: Megafilm
- Šunyčiai Patruliai 2. Galingas filmas
- Ķepu patruļa: Varenā filma, ლეკვების პატრული: სუპერ ფილმი
- سگهای نگهبان: فیلم بزرگ
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PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie FAQ: Cast & Box Office
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie, each answered in a sentence.
How long is PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie?
PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie runs 1 hour 32 minutes (92 minutes).
When was PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie released?
PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie was released on September 29, 2023.
Who directed PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie?
PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie was directed by Cal Brunker.
More films by Cal Brunker Who is in the cast of PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie?
PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie stars Kristen Bell as Janet, James Marsden as Hank and Christian Convery as Chase, among 20 credited actors.
How much did PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie make at the box office?
PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie grossed $205.1 million worldwide ($65.3 million domestic, $139.8 million international) on a budget of $40.4 million.
How is PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie rated?
PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie has 5.9/10 on IMDb, 71% on Rotten Tomatoes, 49 on Metacritic and 70% on TMDB.
Does PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie have a post-credit scene?
No. PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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