Barnyard.

Name: Barnyard
Genre: Animation, Comedy, Family
Released: 2006-08-04
Duration: 90 min
Cast: Kevin James, Courteney Cox, Sam Elliott, Danny Glover, S. Scott Bullock

Growing up is the hardest chore.

Otis would rather party with the farm animals than take responsibility for their safety. A crisis leaves him facing the job he has avoided and the coyotes threatening his friends.

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Why it’s a little special

Farmyard slapstick surrounds a clear story about stepping up when other people depend on you.

BEFORE YOU PRESS PLAY

Know the story.
Know your little people.

Parental guidance suggested

US film rating

A parental figure dies during an animal attack. Predatory threats, drinking jokes, rude humor and dangerous pranks also appear.

Our notes are a starting point, not an age recommendation. G and PG films can still include intense moments. You know your family best.

BEHIND THE SCENES

The little details.

Directed by: Steve Oedekerk
Starring: Kevin James, Courteney Cox, Sam Elliott, Danny Glover, S. Scott Bullock, Wanda Sykes, Andie MacDowell, Megan Cavanagh, Dom Irrera, David Koechner, Jeff Garcia, Cam Clarke
Written by: Steve Oedekerk
Produced by: Pam Marsden, Paul Marshal, Steve Oedekerk, Julia Pistor, Aaron Parry, A.K. Madhavan
Release date: August 4, 2006
Runtime: 90 minutes
Genre: Animation, Comedy, Family
Studio: Paramount Pictures
Language: English

LIGHTS DOWN. SNACKS READY.

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