Alvin and the Chipmunks
A struggling songwriter named Dave Seville finds success when he comes across a trio of singing chipmunks: mischievous leader Alvin, brainy Simon, and chubby, impressionable Theodore.
Critics Sentiment
Chipmunks perform Only You and Funkytown for Dave
Chipmunks move in with Ian after reading Dave's letter
The film drops significantly when the chipmunks leave Dave for Ian's exploitation, falling from the musical highs to heavy-handed family drama.
Critics found the film cute and harmless entertainment that worked best during its musical sequences, with adorable chipmunk characters and catchy songs. However, reviewers consistently criticized Jason Lee's miscast performance, predictable plotting, and heavy-handed messaging about fame and family. The film succeeded as simple children's entertainment but failed to transcend its formulaic approach.
Full cast
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Jason Lee
Dave
David Cross
Ian
Cameron Richardson
Claire
Jane Lynch
Gail
Justin Long
Alvin (voice)
Matthew Gray Gubler
Simon (voice)
Jesse McCartney
Theodore (voice)
Allison Karman
Female Intern 1
Tiara Parker
Female Intern 2
Kira Verrastro
Female Intern 3
Veronica Alicino
Amy
Beth Riesgraf
Mother in Store
Adriane Lenox
Vet
Don Tiffany
Engineer
Lorne Green
Director
Kevin Symons
Ted
Frank Maharajh
Barry
Greg 'G-Spot' Siebel
Photographer
Oliver Muirhead
Butler
Jayden Lund
Security Guard
Crew
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