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Paw Patrol: The Movie (2021): Cast, Ratings & Box Office

Paw Patrol: The Movie (2021) movie poster

Paw Patrol: The Movie is a 2021 animated comedy directed by Callan Brunker, starring Ron Pardo as Cap'n Turbot, Mayor Humdinger, Marsai Martin and Iain Armitage. It earned $144.3 million worldwide on a $26 million budget. Critics gave it 82% on Rotten Tomatoes and 50 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 5.9/10.

IMDb rating
5.9/10
Rotten Tomatoes
82%
worldwide gross
$144.3M
Echo Score
63
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Paw Patrol: The Movie (2021) movie poster
Released
Director
Callan Brunker
Original language
English
Budget
$26M
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Paw Patrol: The Movie About?

The premise of Paw Patrol: The Movie without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

When Mayor Humdinger unleashes chaos in Adventure City, the Paw Patrol must spring into action. One pup faces a personal challenge confronting his past, while the team joins forces with Liberty, a clever dachshund. Utilizing a new array of gadgets and gear, they strive to outsmart the escalating mayhem and save the city. But will their greatest challenge yet test the bonds of the Paw Patrol?

Paw Patrol: The Movie Themes & Keywords

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  • second part
  • based on tv series
  • based on cartoon
  • cgi animation
  • computer animation
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  • hero
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  • villain
  • magical
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  • meteor
  • future
  • power
  • city
  • exploration
  • scientist
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  • cg animation
  • superhero action
  • superhero fantasy
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  • 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
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Cast & crew

Paw Patrol: The Movie Cast & Characters

Ron Pardo leads the cast as Cap'n Turbot, Mayor Humdinger, with Marsai Martin as Liberty and Iain Armitage as Chase. Directed by Callan Brunker; 13 actors are credited in all.

From the director

More from Callan Brunker

More films directed by Callan Brunker, best-rated first: Escape from Planet Earth and The Nut Job 2: Nutty by Nature.

Full filmography
Ratings

Paw Patrol: The Movie Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave Paw Patrol: The Movie 82% on Rotten Tomatoes and 50 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 5.9/10. Our Echo Score gives it 63/100, strongest in art & craft (70) and weakest in rewatch factor (55).

63 /100

Paw Patrol: The Movie Echo Score Breakdown

Paw Patrol: The Movie delivers a competent but unremarkable family entertainment experience, landing squarely in the mixed‑reception zone. Critics note bright CGI and a slightly more polished visual style than the television series, while also pointing out a sluggish pace and a plot that lacks originality. Audience reactions echo this split, with younger viewers enjoying the familiar characters and modest emotional beats, but older viewers and many parents finding limited depth and low rewatch appeal. Overall, the film scores in the low‑to‑mid‑sixties, reflecting its safe but formulaic delivery that satisfies its core fan base without extending broader enthusiasm.

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 art and craft, the movie presents a brighter and larger‑scale animation than the TV series, with competent CGI color palettes and clean editing. Critics acknowledge the visual polish but note it falls short of industry leaders like Pixar, and the design serves primarily as a vehicle for merchandise promotion. The overall visual execution is serviceable but unexceptional.

  • Character & Emotion 65

    When evaluating character and emotion, the film offers gentle drama centered on the familiar pups and introduces a new canine ally, providing modest emotional beats such as Chase’s brief trauma arc. Performances are suitably energetic for the target age, yet depth remains limited and chemistry feels formulaic, resulting in a competent but not nuanced ensemble.

  • Story & Flow 55

    Regarding story and flow, the narrative follows a conventional rescue premise that offers limited originality and suffers from uneven pacing, especially in its mid‑section where critics describe a dragging tempo. While younger viewers remain engaged by the action set‑pieces, the plot’s predictability and occasional convoluted sequences diminish overall cohesion.

  • Sensory Experience 70

    In terms of sensory experience, the film employs a vivid color scheme and crisp sound design that align with its high‑energy action moments. Celebrity voice cameos add a layer of novelty, though the soundtrack remains generic. The overall auditory‑visual package is lively enough to sustain attention without offering standout innovation.

  • Rewatch Factor 55

    Assessing rewatch factor, the movie delivers a straightforward, short‑form adventure that holds immediate appeal for its core young audience but offers little new content on subsequent viewings. Parents and older viewers report low desire to revisit, and the film’s promotional tone further limits its lasting replay value.

Plot

Paw Patrol: The Movie Plot Summary

What happens in Paw Patrol: The Movie from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 4-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

In the charming locale of Adventure Bay, a tense situation arises when Gus, a truck driver, hangs perilously over a suspension bridge. Thankfully, the timely intervention by Cap’n Turbot leads to a call for the PAW Patrol, who swiftly mobilize to save Gus from his precarious plight. After successfully rescuing Gus, Liberty, a vigilant dachshund, raises alarm about a more alarming issue: Mayor Humdinger’s questionable rise to power in neighboring Adventure City. Initially reluctant because of unsettling memories, Chase eventually decides to accompany Ryder and the pups to keep tabs on Humdinger’s activities.

Full summary

The whole story of Paw Patrol: The Movie, scene by scene

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Box office

Paw Patrol: The Movie Box Office & Budget

Paw Patrol: The Movie grossed $144.3 million worldwide on a $26 million budget, 5.6 times what it cost. $40.1 million came from the US and Canada and $104.2 million (72%) from the rest of the world.

2021 box office

Worldwide gross

$144.3M

5.6× its budget

US & Canada
$40.1M
International
$104.2M
Budget
$26M
US & Canada 28% Rest of the world 72%
Videos

Paw Patrol: The Movie Trailers & Videos

2 videos: 1 trailer and 1 clip.

Official Trailer
  • Clip Chase Jumps to Save Ryder
Quiz

How Well Do You Know Paw Patrol: The 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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What situation prompts the PAW Patrol to spring into action at the beginning of the movie?

Details

Paw Patrol: The Movie Also Known As

42 alternative titles, including “狗狗巡逻队” and “汪汪队立大功电影版”.

Also known as
  • 狗狗巡逻队
  • 汪汪队立大功电影版
  • Psi Patrol Film
  • La Pat' Patrouille Le Film
  • 汪汪隊立大功大電影
  • Ķepu patruļa: Filma
  • La Pat' Patrouille - Le film
  • Käpapatrulli film
  • ขบวนการเจ้าตูบสี่ขา : เดอะ มูฟวี่
  • PAW patrol the Movie
  • La Pat' Patrouille : Le Film
  • Щенячий патруль в кино
+30 more
  • パウ・パトロール ザ・ムービー
  • Tlapková patrola ve filmu
  • Ryhmä Hau - elokuva
  • Patrulha Canina: O Filme
  • מפרץ ההרפתקאות: הסרט
  • 汪汪队立大功大电影
  • Labková Patrola vo filme
  • Psi Patrol: Film
  • Mancs őrjárat: A film
  • Щенячий патруль у кіно
  • Psići u ophodnji: Film
  • 퍼피 구조대 더 무비
  • PAW Patrol Filmi
  • Paw Patrol: De Film
  • La Patrulla Canina: La película
  • Paw Patrol: Der Kinofilm
  • Šunyčiai patruliai. Filmas
  • PAW Patrol - Il film
  • PAW Patrol: Filmen
  • PAW Patrol: Đội Đặc Nhiệm Siêu Đẳng
  • Paw Patrol - filmen
  • PAW Patrol: Η Ταινία
  • 汪汪隊立大功電影版
  • Patrulha Pata: O Filme
  • ขบวนการเจ้าตูบสี่ขา เดอะมูฟวี่
  • Patrula cățelușilor: Filmul, ლეკვების პატრული: ფილმი
  • دورية المخالب: الفيلم
  • Tačke na patrulji: Film
  • Пес патрул: Филмът
  • Paw Patrol: द मूवी

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FAQ

Paw Patrol: The Movie FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Release Date

Release date, director, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Paw Patrol: The Movie, each answered in a sentence.

When was Paw Patrol: The Movie released?

Paw Patrol: The Movie was released on August 20, 2021.

Who directed Paw Patrol: The Movie?

Paw Patrol: The Movie was directed by Callan Brunker.

More films by Callan Brunker

Who is in the cast of Paw Patrol: The Movie?

Paw Patrol: The Movie stars Ron Pardo as Cap'n Turbot, Mayor Humdinger, Marsai Martin as Liberty and Iain Armitage as Chase, among 13 credited actors.

How much did Paw Patrol: The Movie make at the box office?

Paw Patrol: The Movie grossed $144.3 million worldwide ($40.1 million domestic, $104.2 million international) on a budget of $26 million.

How is Paw Patrol: The Movie rated?

Paw Patrol: The Movie has 5.9/10 on IMDb, 82% on Rotten Tomatoes, 50 on Metacritic and 74% on TMDB.

Does Paw Patrol: The Movie have a post-credit scene?

No. Paw Patrol: The Movie has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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