Original Title

The Croods

Genre

Animation · Adventure · Comedy · Family

Runtime

98 minutes

Studio & Release

DreamWorks Animation · Distributed by 20th Century Fox

Story Snapshot

Prehistoric dad Grug Crood keeps his family safe by never leaving their cave—until an earthquake wipes it out and forces them into a spectacular, dangerous new world.

• Eep, the inquisitive teen daughter, craves freedom and sunlight.

• Guy, a resourceful newcomer, brings fire—and ideas.

• Caught between fear of the unknown and love for his clan, Grug must evolve from “hide and survive” to “adapt and thrive.”

From rainbow waterfalls and bioluminescent forests to sailing across a “sky ocean,” the Croods discover that survival means more than muscles—it takes an open mind and heart.

Why It Pops

1. Prehistoric eye‑candy – hybrid creatures like owl bears and saber‑tooth tigers are equal parts bizarre and adorable.

2. Relatable family themes – classic parent‑child clash: over‑protective dad vs. daughter who wants to spread her wings.

3. Feel‑good soundtrack by Alan Silvestri with the catchy anthem “Shine Your Way.”

4. Comedy for all ages – from indestructible Granny to loveable goofball Thunk, laughs land for kids and adults alike.

Achievements

• Global box office: US $587 million

• Oscar & Golden Globe nominee for Best Animated Feature (2014)

• Spawned shorts, a Netflix series, and the sequel The Croods: A New Age (2020)

Tagline Idea

“Sometimes the cave falls so the horizon can rise—step into the light with the Croods!”

Add a call to action like: “Stream it now or relive the adventure on Blu‑ray!”—and you’ve got engaging English content ready to share.