Supercat

Supercat is a 2024 adult computer-animated superhero comedy film directed by Shion Takeuchi and Luke Lerdwichagul in their feature directorial debuts and written by Jared Stern and Dave Callaham. The film stars Jacob Tremblay, Nick Kroll, Bella Ramsey, Karan Brar, Jack Dylan Grazer, Forrest Wheeler, Ian Chen, Darby Camp, and Gabe Frost.

Supercat was released in the United States by Warner Bros. Pictures on November 15, 2024, and then in Australia five days later. It received mixed reviews from critics, who criticized its screenplay and humor, but praised its animation, performances, and score.

Synopsis
"Charlie (Jacob Tremblay), an ordinary cat living in Lovestick City, is put to the test when the animals he love will be killed by notorious Mafia boss dog Lexter (Nick Kroll), who plans to destroy the city with a nuclear bomb. But other animals, such as female cat Angel (Bella Ramsey), gray langur Darsh (Karan Brar), Shih Tzu Andy (Jack Dylan Grazer), red panda Lloyd (Forrest Wheeler), and mountain dog Simon (Ian Chen), also want to assist him. Together, can they save Lovestick City from being blown to smithereens?"

-Warner Bros. Pictures

Voice cast

 * Jacob Tremblay as Charlie.
 * Nick Kroll as Lexter.
 * Bella Ramsey as Angel.
 * Karan Brar as Darsh.
 * Jack Dylan Grazer as Andy.
 * Forrest Wheeler as Lloyd.
 * Ian Chen as Simon.
 * Gabe Frost as Ralphie.
 * Darby Camp as Ellie.
 * Rupert Degas
 * Sean Chiplock
 * Rob Rackstraw
 * Rasmus Hardiker
 * Teresa Gallagher
 * Kerry Shale
 * Liam Vickers
 * Aimee Smith
 * Edwyn Tiong
 * Keith Wickham
 * David Menkin
 * Marrisa Lenti
 * Jules de Jongh
 * Kelly Sheridan
 * Erica Lindbeck
 * Britt McKillip
 * Kathleen Barr
 * Luke Lerdwichagul
 * Kevin Lerdwichagul
 * Wolfychu

Development
In May 2022, Australian-based animation company Glitch Productions announced on their social media accounts that they were contracted to produce a Hollywood theatrical written/starring animated film. Details for the film were keep at a low, though some details revealed that the film was aiming for an adult audience. Glitch co-founder Kevin Lerdwichagul stated that "this was a surreal experience," being the company's first-ever theatrical feature film.

More details came at San Diego Comic-Con 2022, where the film made its initial announcement, and that it is being produced by Phil Lord, Christopher Miller, and Gabe Frost. Luke Lerdwichagul and Shion Takeuchi were announced as co-directors for the film.

Casting
In August 2022, Jacob Tremblay was announced to voice the lead character, Charlie. Other voice actors, such as Jack Dylan Grazer, Bella Ramsey, and Ian Chen joined as supporting characters. In September 2022, Forrest Wheeler, Karan Brar, Darby Camp, and Nick Kroll later joined the cast.

Music
Mark Mothersbaugh was announced to compose the score of the film in July 2023. The soundtrack album was released on November 9, 2023.

Release
Supercat premiered at the Regency Village Theatre on November 2, 2024. It was originally planned to release on October 4, 2024, but was pushed back to November 15, 2024.

Box office
In the United States and Canada, the film grossed $60.2 million and $43.6 million worldwide, for a total gross of $103.8 million.

Critical response
On the review aggregator Rotten Tomatoes, the film has an approval rating of 56% based on 108 reviews, with an average rating of 5.84/10. The site's critical consensus reads: "Although it may be inappropriate for young audiences, Supercat boasts a fun time for mature audiences." Metacritic assigned a weighted average of 52 out of 100 based on 39 reviews, indicating: "mixed or average reviews." Audiences on CinemaScore gave the film a "B+" on an "A+ to F" scale, while those on PostTrak gave it a 71% positive score, with 58% saying they'd recommend it.