

Madagascar
“They weren't born in the wild... They were shipped there.”
Four animal friends get a taste of the wild life when they break out of captivity at the Central Park Zoo and wash ashore on the island of Madagascar.
Where to watch Madagascar in United States
Click a service to open Madagascar there. Availability last verified on June 23, 2026.
Where is Madagascar streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| India | Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, JioHotstar, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Apple TV Store, Zee5, Google Play Movies |
| United Kingdom | Netflix, Netflix Kids, Netflix Standard with Ads, ITVX Premium | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Sky Store |
| Canada | Amazon Prime Video, Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, CosmoGo |
| Australia | Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, BINGE, Paramount Plus | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Germany | Netflix, RTL+, RTL+ Max Amazon Channel, Netflix Kids | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| France | Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Netflix Standard with Ads, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Apple TV Store, Canal VOD, Orange VOD |
| Spain | Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Movistar Plus+ Ficción Total , SkyShowtime | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Google Play Movies |
| Brazil | Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Claro video, Globoplay | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Japan | Netflix, U-NEXT, Netflix Standard with Ads | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, FOD |
About Madagascar
Madagascar is a 2005 English-language adventure, animation and comedy film directed by Eric Darnell and Tom McGrath. The cast is led by Ben Stiller, Chris Rock, David Schwimmer. It has a runtime of 1h 26m. Viewers rate it 6.9/10 across 11800 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads.
Madagascar was produced by Pacific Data Images and DreamWorks Animation and made in United States of America. It was released on May 25, 2005, and carries a PG certification. Made on a budget of about $75 million, it went on to gross $542 million worldwide.
- Director
- Eric Darnell, Tom McGrath
- Writers
- Billy Frolick, Mark Burton, Tom McGrath
- Release date
- May 25, 2005
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- PG
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United States of America
- Budget
- $75 million
- Box office
- $542 million
- Production
- Pacific Data Images, DreamWorks Animation
Madagascar cast & crew
Madagascar was directed by Eric Darnell and Tom McGrath and written by Billy Frolick, Mark Burton, and Tom McGrath.
The cast features Ben Stiller as Alex (voice), Chris Rock as Marty (voice), David Schwimmer as Melman (voice), Jada Pinkett Smith as Gloria (voice), Sacha Baron Cohen as King Julien (voice), and Cedric the Entertainer as Maurice (voice).
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Hans Zimmer and it was produced by Mireille Soria.
Is Madagascar worth watching?
Madagascar holds an audience score of 6.9/10 from 11,762 ratings, a solidly received adventure films.
At 1h 26m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy adventure, animation, and comedy, Madagascar is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Madagascar
In United States, you can stream Madagascar on Netflix and Netflix Standard with Ads, or rent and buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. Click any service above to open it directly.
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Cast of Madagascar

Ben Stiller
Alex (voice)

Chris Rock
Marty (voice)

David Schwimmer
Melman (voice)

Jada Pinkett Smith
Gloria (voice)

Sacha Baron Cohen
King Julien (voice)

Cedric the Entertainer
Maurice (voice)

Andy Richter
Mort (voice)

Tom McGrath
Skipper / Fossa / Panicky Man on Subway (voice)

Christopher Knights
Private (voice)

Chris Miller
Kowalski (voice)

Conrad Vernon
Mason (voice)

Eric Darnell
Zoo Announcer / Lemur #1 / Fossa / Subway Car Announcer (voice)
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Madagascar — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Madagascar in United States?
Madagascar is streaming on Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads in United States.
▸Is Madagascar on Netflix?
Yes — Madagascar is currently available on Netflix in United States.
▸What language is Madagascar in?
Madagascar is originally in English, with audio tracks including English, French, German, Portuguese. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Madagascar?
Madagascar runs 1 hours 26 minutes (86 minutes).
▸What is Madagascar rated?
Madagascar is rated PG. It holds a 6.9/10 audience score from 11,762 ratings.











