Main Voice Cast and Characters
The 2013 animated film The Croods features a large ensemble voice cast led by Nicolas Cage as Grug, the overprotective patriarch of the Crood family. Emma Stone voices Eep, the curious eldest daughter who longs to explore the world beyond their cave. Ryan Reynolds provides the voice of Guy, a clever and inventive nomad who becomes Eep's love interest and guides the family toward a new home. The film was distributed by 20th Century Fox and became one of the highest-grossing animated films of its release year.
Catherine Keener voices Ugga, Grug's pragmatic wife who gradually adapts to change. Clark Duke plays Thunk, the gentle and imaginative middle child, while Cloris Leachman voices Gran, the eccentric and resourceful grandmother. The supporting cast includes Randy Thom as the sound design lead and a roster of additional actors who bring the prehistoric world to life. Each character reflects a distinct personality archetype that drives the family's journey from fear to curiosity.
Franchise Expansion and Sequel Details
The Croods: A New Age, the sequel to the original film, was released in 2020 and introduced new characters and voice actors. Peter Dinklage joins the cast as Phil Betterman, the leader of a more advanced rival family, while Leslie Mann voices his wife, Hope. The sequel expands the world-building and explores themes of generational conflict and adaptation. The Croods: A New Age grossed over $215 million worldwide, continuing the franchise's commercial success.
Production and Creative Team
The original film was directed by Chris Sanders and Kirk DeMicco, with a screenplay by John Cleese and Kirk DeMicco. The animation was produced by DreamWorks Animation and distributed by 20th Century Fox. The sequel was directed by Joel Crawford and features a screenplay by Paul Fisher, Bob Logan, and the original directors. DreamWorks Animation remains a major force in family animation, with The Croods representing one of its longest-running franchises.
Box Office and Audience Reception
The original The Croods earned over $587 million worldwide against a production budget of $135 million. It received a 71% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes and was praised for its visual style and humor. The film's voice cast, particularly Nicolas Cage and Emma Stone, was widely highlighted in reviews for their performances. Critics noted the film's strong family dynamics and imaginative prehistoric setting as key strengths.
The Croods: A New Age holds a 77% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes and grossed $215 million globally. Audiences responded positively to the expanded cast and the introduction of rival family dynamics. The franchise has maintained relevance through home media sales, streaming platforms, and merchandise. Both films remain among the most-watched DreamWorks titles on major streaming services, reflecting sustained audience interest.