The Rugrats Movie.

Name: The Rugrats Movie
Genre: Animation, Adventure, Comedy
Released: 1998-11-20
Duration: 79 min
Cast: E.G. Daily, Christine Cavanaugh, Kath Soucie, Cheryl Chase, Tara Strong

Being the big brother is a new adventure.

Tommy struggles to adjust to his new baby brother, Dil. An accidental trip into the woods leaves the babies far from their parents and forces Tommy to rethink what being a brother means.

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Why it’s a little special

Its small-child perspective makes sibling jealousy and affection feel large, funny and recognizable.

BEFORE YOU PRESS PLAY

Know the story.
Know your little people.

General audiences

US film rating

Lost babies face storms, monkeys and a threatening wolf. Jealousy toward a baby and fears of being unloved are prominent.

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: Igor Kovalyov, Norton Virgien
Starring: E.G. Daily, Christine Cavanaugh, Kath Soucie, Cheryl Chase, Tara Strong, Jack Riley, Joe Alaskey, Phil Proctor, Cree Summer, Tress MacNeille, Michael Bell, Busta Rhymes
Written by: David N. Weiss, J. David Stem, Gabor Csupo
Produced by: Debby Beece, Albie Hecht, Arlene Klasky, Julia Pistor
Release date: November 20, 1998
Runtime: 79 minutes
Genre: Animation, Adventure, Comedy
Studio: Paramount
Language: English

LIGHTS DOWN. SNACKS READY.

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