The Emperor's New Groove

Name: The Emperor's New Groove
Genre: Adventure, Fantasy, Comedy, Animation, Family
Released: December 15, 2000
Duration: 78 min
Rating: 70
Cast: David Spade, John Goodman

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Generally favorable reviews based on 28 Critics

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Universal acclaim based on 172 Ratings

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Buena Vista Pictures | Release Date: December 15, 2000

Starring: David Spade, John Goodman

Summary: Emperor Kuzco (David Spade) is turned into a llama by his devious advisor, Yzma (Eartha Kitt), and her hunky henchman, Kronk (Patrick Warburton). Now the ruler who once had it all must form an unlikely alliance with a pleasant peasant named Pacha (John Goodman). Together, they must overcome their differences as they embark on a hilarious,Emperor Kuzco (David Spade) is turned into a llama by his devious advisor, Yzma (Eartha Kitt), and her hunky henchman, Kronk (Patrick Warburton). Now the ruler who once had it all must form an unlikely alliance with a pleasant peasant named Pacha (John Goodman). Together, they must overcome their differences as they embark on a hilarious, "groovy" adventure. [Walt Disney Pictures]… Expand

Director: Mark Dindal

Genre(s): Adventure, Fantasy, Comedy, Animation, Family

Rating: G

Runtime: 78 min

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92	#92 Best Movie of 2000
26	#26 Most Discussed Movie of 2000
56	#56 Most Shared Movie of 2000

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Portland Oregonian - Shawn Levy

A spry and appealing film that throws off comic sparks with aplomb.

Washington Post - Desson Thomson

Spade and Warburton might not have made The Emperor's New Groove one of the mouse factory's all-time greatest, but they've certainly made it one of the funniest. Read full review

Miami Herald - Christine Dolen

Thanks to myriad animators, the characters cavort, laugh and struggle against stunning backdrops, from lush jungles to cascading waterfalls. Groovy? Absolutely.

San Francisco Chronicle - Peter Stack

This oddball comedy may be one of the brightest, funniest pieces of entertainment of the season. Read full review

Charlotte Observer - Lawrence Toppman

Why is The Emperor's New Groove Disney's funniest animated movie in years? Because it's the least like a Disney animated movie. Read full review

The New York Times - Stephen Holden

Exhibits a cheeky effervescence and spunk. Read full review

Austin Chronicle - Marc Savlov

Suffers from a persistent case of narrative backsliding that only serves to make older members of the audience long for the days of the dwarves, beauties, and poisoned apples of Disney-yore, and younger ones squirm in their seats. Read full review

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18jcrone

Feb 16, 2013

This is one of disneys best films, it's cartooney animation is stunning and beautiful, it has amazing voice acting, and the music is very catchy and memorable, this is another masterpiece by disney!

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Futuredirector

Feb 22, 2017

Surprisingly inventive, funny and fast-paced, The Emperor's New Groove offers an enjoyable entertainment to any kind of audience. Disney fans will not be disappointed.

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lordjrs

Feb 18, 2012

I loved this movie when I was a kid. Well, I still loving it, the jokes are fantastic, the plot is very good too, and I loved every character in this movie.

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MoondogNYC

Feb 5, 2014

Just watched this movie again with the kids and my sides hurt laughing. I remember it being good but I forgot it was actually great. This has got to be THE funniest Disney Film ever. Totally underrated. I'm not sure why this movie didn't do better at the box office and is considered aJust watched this movie again with the kids and my sides hurt laughing. I remember it being good but I forgot it was actually great. This has got to be THE funniest Disney Film ever. Totally underrated. I'm not sure why this movie didn't do better at the box office and is considered a "disappointment" in the Disney Animation pantheon along (lumped in with much lamer films like Treasure Planet and Atlantis).

This movie really should have been a Pixar CGI film. It has the adult humor and visual maturity of "Toy Story" or "Ratatouille." With a similar South American jungle setting as "Up", I could totally visualize full realized film. Pixar or Disney Animation should just take the VO soundtrack and recreate this film shot for shot in CGI.

The only major flaw I could see in this film is the title. "The Emperor's New Groove"? Really? That's the title they went with? You're telling me "Emperor Llama" wouldn't have tested better? Or to follow Disney's more recent one word naming convention, simply title it "Selfish".… Expand

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grandpajoe6191

Oct 5, 2011

"The Emperor's New Groove" is a bright, cheerful movie that will excite the audience, old and young alike, with its undeniable thrills and adventures.

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csw12

Sep 2, 2012

Emperor's New Grove is a great disney movie the should appeal to kids and adults. All the characters flow perfectly with each other. I really enjoyed the film form start to finish.

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MovieLonely94

Nov 4, 2010

not my favorite, but Patrick Warburton really cracked me up!

1 of 1 users found this helpful10

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