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78 out of 100

Generally favorable reviews - based on 34 Critics What's this?

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8.7 out of 10

Universal acclaim- based on 133 Ratings

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  • Starring: Billy Crystal, John Goodman
  • Summary: The Academy Award-winning creators of "Toy Story" open the door to a frightfully funny world of monsters and mayhem and scare up lots of laughs in their new movie, Monsters, Inc. (Disney/Pixar)
  • Director: David Silverman
  • Genre(s): Adventure, Fantasy, Comedy, Animation, Family
  • Rating: TV-G
  • Runtime: 92 min
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Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 30 out of 34
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 34
  3. Negative: 0 out of 34
  1. L.A. Weekly
    Reviewed by: Hazel-Dawn Dumpert
    100
    The story's charming, the set pieces are wildly inventive, and even the throwaway one-liners, about everything from movie-animation pioneer Ray Harryhausen to the old Oscar Meyer jingle, are hilarious.
  2. Rolling Stone
    Reviewed by: Peter Travers
    100
    It's the Pixar animators who keep grown-ups as riveted as the kids with visual marvels that dazzle and delight.
  3. TV Guide
    Reviewed by: Frank Lovece
    60
    The funny lines fall flat and the relationships and conversations among adult characters are straight out of 1950s sitcoms. Now that's scary.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 54 out of 56
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 56
  3. Negative: 2 out of 56
  1. CRL
    10
    For some reason, though I like almost all Pixar films, this is my undeniable favorite. I don't know whether it's the comedic aspect or the fact that it actually drills in some suspense near the end, but this is that kind of movie that, wherever and whenever I see it on, I will watch it to the very end.… Expand
    • 1 of 1 users said yes
  2. AtTheMovies
    10
    It may not be the most sophisticated Pixar film, but is still a fantastic and charming film. The animation is as beautiful and vibrant as even newer animated films. One of the most original concepts for a film I have ever seen, and great voice acting make this a must-see. One of Pixar's best, and also one of all of animations best films. As will all other Pixar movies, animation is not just for children. This is a wittily funny movie for everyone.… Expand
    • 2 of 2 users said yes
  3. grandpajoe6191
    9
    "Monsters Inc." is the milestone animation of Pixar's big debut to the 21st century. As expecting, the film is amazing, containing good morals that audience of every age can understand and appeal. Two thumbs up!!!… Expand
    • 4 of 4 users said yes

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