Wheely (2019): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Where to Watch
Wheely is a 2019 animated comedy directed by Yusry Abd Halim, starring Ogie Banks as Wheely, Frances Lee and Brock Powell. It runs 1 hour 30 minutes and earned $1.3 million worldwide on a $20 million budget. IMDb users rate it 4.1/10. Stream it on Amazon MX Player and Amazon Prime Video, or rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 30m (90 min)
- Director
- Yusry Abd Halim
- Original language
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English
- Studio
- 20th Century Fox
- Budget
- $20M
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Wheely About?
The premise of Wheely without spoilers.
In Gasket City, Wheely, a spirited taxi driver with a passion for speed, dreams of becoming the top driver on the road. His life takes a turn after a memorable delivery involving the captivating Bella di Monetti, and he finds himself falling for her. However, as he pursues his dream and navigates the competitive world of high-end vehicles, he becomes entangled with a dangerous underground car-napping ring led by the formidable Kaiser. Now, Wheely and his loyal best friend, Putt Putt, must face considerable danger.
Wheely Themes & Keywords
· 1 tag- dream
Where to Watch Wheely
Stream it on Amazon MX Player and Amazon Prime Video, or rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. US availability and prices from JustWatch.
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Wheely Cast & Characters
Ogie Banks leads the cast as Wheely, with Frances Lee as Bella and Brock Powell as Kaiser. Directed by Yusry Abd Halim; 15 actors are credited in all.
- Director Yusry Abd Halim
- Ogie Banks as Wheely
- Frances Lee as Bella
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Brock Powell as Kaiser - Gavin Yap as Putt Putt
Also Starring in Wheely
· 11 more- Barbara Goodson Sergeant Street
- Chris Jai Alex Crank
- Jay Sheldon Frank
- Joe Murray
- Thomas Pang Ben
- Armando Valdez
- Diong Chae Lian
- Bill J. Gottlieb
- Khairil Mokhzani Bahar
- Raymond Orta
- Tamyka White
Wheely Reviews & Ratings
IMDb users rate Wheely 4.1/10. Our Echo Score gives it 25/100, strongest in art & craft (45) and weakest in rewatch factor (15).
Wheely Echo Score Breakdown
Overall, Wheely suffers from a pronounced lack of originality and cohesion throughout its narrative. Critics and viewers uniformly note that the film closely mirrors another popular animated title, offering little fresh material beyond its premise. While the production budget yields moments of competent animation, these are undermined by a cluttered storyline and derivative character archetypes. As a result, the film delivers minimal lasting impact or engagement, leaving it a largely forgettable experience.
Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.
- Art & Craft 45
As to Art & Craft, the animation shows technical competence but lacks consistency in visual detail. Reviewers note moments where environments and vehicles appear well-rendered yet find these strengths offset by sparse backgrounds and fragmented editing that expose budget constraints. The effect is a limited polish that fails to sustain immersion. Overall, the craft feels constrained and uneven, diminishing the film’s artistic appeal.
- Character & Emotion 25
In terms of Character & Emotion, the film relies heavily on familiar archetypes that lack distinct personalities. Comments highlight an overly cocky protagonist and an irritating sidekick whose humor fails to land, resulting in limited emotional engagement. The absence of nuanced interactions and genuine depth leaves character relationships feeling superficial. Ultimately, the performances and dynamics offer little resonance, undermining the film's ability to connect on an emotional level.
- Story & Flow 20
When it comes to Story & Flow, the narrative is frequently criticized for its derivative structure and convoluted pacing. Observers note a crowded plot with multiple threads that create confusion rather than clarity, and humor that fails to punctuate the storyline. Originality is minimal, as many plot beats echo prior animated features without offering new twists. In sum, the story feels cluttered and predictable, detracting from overall engagement.
- Sensory Experience 35
In terms of Sensory Experience, the film presents intermittent visual strengths but lacks cohesive style and auditory impact. Some sequences feature lively color and movement, yet attention to ambient detail and background activity is often missing. Sound design and musical accompaniment receive little mention, suggesting a conventional and unobtrusive soundtrack. Overall, the sensory elements do not coalesce into a distinctive or immersive atmosphere, offering a largely unremarkable audiovisual experience.
- Rewatch Factor 15
When evaluating Rewatch Factor, the installment offers minimal incentive for repeated viewing due to its predictable narrative and lack of memorable moments. Reviews emphasize that the absence of distinctive humor or engaging secondary details yields little discovery on subsequent watchings. The derivative framework leaves no room for deeper appreciation or fresh impressions. Consequently, the film provides negligible replay value and is unlikely to sustain audience interest beyond an initial viewing.
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IMDb 4.1 /10
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TMDB 64% User score
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Letterboxd 4.0 /5
22K ratings
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Movie Insider 2.0 /5
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Wheely Box Office & Budget
Wheely grossed $1.3 million worldwide on a $20 million budget, 7% of what it cost.
Worldwide gross
$1.3M
7% of its budget back
- International
- $1.3M
- Budget
- $20M
Wheely Trailers & Videos
2 videos: 2 trailers.
- Trailer WHEELY - Official Trailer
Cars in Wheely
8 cars on screen, including the Piaggio Vespa and the BMW Isetta.
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Piaggio Vespa Main role -
BMW Isetta Minor role -
Mercedes-Benz LP Minor role -
Peel P50 Minor role
Seen Wheely?
Movies Like Wheely
Films with a similar story, tone or audience, including Cars, CarGo: The City on 4 Wheels! and Wheels on Meals.
Wheely FAQ: Where to Watch, Cast & Box Office
Runtime, release date, director, cast, where to watch, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Wheely, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Wheely?
Wheely runs 1 hour 30 minutes (90 minutes).
When was Wheely released?
Wheely was released on July 26, 2019.
Who directed Wheely?
Wheely was directed by Yusry Abd Halim.
More films by Yusry Abd Halim Who is in the cast of Wheely?
Wheely stars Ogie Banks as Wheely, Frances Lee as Bella and Brock Powell as Kaiser, among 15 credited actors.
Where can I watch Wheely?
In the US, Wheely is streaming on Amazon MX Player, Amazon Prime Video and Fandango at Home Free and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home (availability from JustWatch).
How much did Wheely make at the box office?
Wheely grossed $1.3 million worldwide on a budget of $20 million.
How is Wheely rated?
Wheely has 4.1/10 on IMDb, 64% on TMDB, 4.0/5 on Letterboxd and 2.0/5 on Movie Insider.
Does Wheely have a post-credit scene?
No. Wheely has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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