Wreck-It Ralph

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Wreck-It Ralph

PG

2012

1h 41m

Kids & Family

Comedy

Adventure

Animation

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Arcade-game character Wreck-It Ralph is tired of always being the bad guy and losing to his good guy opponent, Fix-It Felix. Finally, after decades of seeing all the glory go to Felix, Ralph decides to take matters into his own hands. He sets off on a game-hopping trip to prove that he has what it takes to be a hero. However, while on his quest, Ralph accidentally unleashes a deadly enemy that threatens the entire arcade.

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Critics Consensus

Equally entertaining for both kids and parents old enough to catch the references, Wreck-It Ralph is a clever, colorful adventure built on familiar themes and joyful nostalgia.

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Sara Michelle Fetters

MovieFreak.com

03/24/2022

3.5/4

Wreck-It Ralph is a ton of fun.

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Jake Wilson

The Age (Australia)

10/19/2018

Fizzy, colourful and intricately plotted, this 2012 pop meta-fiction from The Simpsons' Rich Moore does for vintage arcade games what Who Framed Roger Rabbit did for the Golden Age of Animation.

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Larushka Ivan-Zadeh

metro.co.uk

09/01/2017

3/5

Wreck-It Ralph is a must-see for anyone who grew up playing 1980s arcade games - and their kids will love it too.

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Brian Eggert

Deep Focus Review

09/21/2022

3/4

Phil Johnston and Jennifer Lee’s script finds sad, trapped, silly characters locked inside their programming and desperate to escape, and in these energetic and colorful settings, losing yourself in their struggle for freedom and acceptance is effortless.

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Keith Garlington

Keith & the Movies

08/21/2022

3/5

"Wreck-it Ralph" sets the table nicely but almost squanders it’s originality and cleverness with its frantic and occasionally numbing midsection.

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Don Shanahan

Every Movie Has a Lesson

06/26/2022

4/5

Even if "Wreck-It Ralph" is off a little in pace and organization, the movie has creativity, originality, and spirit to spare.

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Dealer's Choice

11/19/2024

Fine for a kid's movie. My kid liked it.

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Jonas N

@jonascarrot Mar 4

I love this movie it has sonic but the movie also has great jokes a creative setting lots of heart a good twist vilin and overall a masterpiece

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Noah H.

@Noah85 Jan 29

I used to like this movie as a kid, but watching it again as an adult……..man, it’s not NEARLY as good as I remember. The video game world is cool and all, sure but the story uses a typical, “main character messes everything up” trope, which is something that’s been done better in SOOOOO many other movies. I would say only watch this if you’re a MASSIVE fan of arcade games. I’ll admit. The cameos were cool.

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Good boy money

Jan 5

Can't belive sonic is in this movie

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Marco L

@decatur555 Dec 31

A joyful and deeply imaginative film that understands how to balance spectacle with heart. What begins as a clever concept quickly becomes a fully realized world with its own rules, personality, and emotional weight. The story moves at a confident pace, never relying solely on references or nostalgia, but building genuine connections through character and humor. The protagonist’s journey is surprisingly relatable, grounded in the universal desire to be seen and accepted for who you are. That emotional honesty is what gives the film its lasting impact. Visually, it’s bursting with creativity, yet always controlled and purposeful, serving the story rather than overwhelming it. Beyond its colorful surface, the film delivers a thoughtful message about identity and belonging without ever feeling forced. It’s entertaining, comforting, and smart — a rare combination that makes it memorable long after the credits roll.

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Davetheman

Dec 24

What is sonic doing in here?

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Synopsis

Arcade-game character Wreck-It Ralph is tired of always being the bad guy and losing to his good guy opponent, Fix-It Felix. Finally, after decades of seeing all the glory go to Felix, Ralph decides to take matters into his own hands. He sets off on a game-hopping trip to prove that he has what it takes to be a hero. However, while on his quest, Ralph accidentally unleashes a deadly enemy that threatens the entire arcade.

Director: Rich Moore
Producer: Clark Spencer
Screenwriter: Phil Johnston, Jennifer Lee
Distributor: Walt Disney
Production Co: Walt Disney Animation
Rating: PG (Some Rude Humor|Mild Action/Violence)
Genre: Kids & Family, Comedy, Adventure, Animation
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Nov 2, 2012, Wide
Release Date (Streaming): Oct 12, 2014
Box Office (Gross USA): $189.4M
Runtime: 1h 41m
Sound Mix: Dolby Digital, Datasat

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