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Madagascar

2005·Movie·PG·86 min·6.9(11,762)

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.

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Where to watch Madagascar in United States

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Where is Madagascar streaming around the world?

CountryStreaming onRent / Buy
United StatesNetflix, Netflix Standard with AdsAmazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies
IndiaNetflix, Amazon Prime Video, JioHotstar, Amazon Prime Video with AdsApple TV Store, Zee5, Google Play Movies
United KingdomNetflix, Netflix Kids, Netflix Standard with Ads, ITVX PremiumApple TV Store, Amazon Video, Sky Store
CanadaAmazon Prime Video, Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads, Amazon Prime Video with AdsApple TV Store, Google Play Movies, CosmoGo
AustraliaNetflix, Amazon Prime Video, BINGE, Paramount PlusApple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies
GermanyNetflix, RTL+, RTL+ Max Amazon Channel, Netflix KidsApple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies
FranceNetflix, Amazon Prime Video, Netflix Standard with Ads, Amazon Prime Video with AdsApple TV Store, Canal VOD, Orange VOD
SpainNetflix, Amazon Prime Video, Movistar Plus+ Ficción Total , SkyShowtimeApple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Google Play Movies
BrazilNetflix, Amazon Prime Video, Claro video, GloboplayApple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies
JapanNetflix, U-NEXT, Netflix Standard with AdsAmazon 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
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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

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Cast of Madagascar

Ben Stiller

Ben Stiller

Alex (voice)

Chris Rock

Chris Rock

Marty (voice)

David Schwimmer

David Schwimmer

Melman (voice)

Jada Pinkett Smith

Jada Pinkett Smith

Gloria (voice)

Sacha Baron Cohen

Sacha Baron Cohen

King Julien (voice)

Cedric the Entertainer

Cedric the Entertainer

Maurice (voice)

Andy Richter

Andy Richter

Mort (voice)

Tom McGrath

Tom McGrath

Skipper / Fossa / Panicky Man on Subway (voice)

Christopher Knights

Christopher Knights

Private (voice)

Chris Miller

Chris Miller

Kowalski (voice)

Conrad Vernon

Conrad Vernon

Mason (voice)

Eric Darnell

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.

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