Open Season
Boog, a domesticated 900lb. Grizzly bear finds himself stranded in the woods 3 days before Open Season. Forced to rely on Elliot, a fast-talking mule deer, the two form an unlikely friendship and must quickly rally other forest animals if they are to form a rag-tag army against the hunters.
Critics Sentiment
Shaw confronts Boog but Elliot takes the bullet and Boog defeats Shaw
Beth relocates Boog and Elliot to Timberline National Forest
The film transforms from predictable setup to surprisingly engaging action, with the biggest jump occurring between the generic forest relocation and the creative final battle sequences
Open Season follows a familiar animated film formula with a slow, predictable start that many reviewers found generic and lackluster. However, the film builds momentum through its middle act with funny character interactions and creative scenarios, ultimately delivering a surprisingly effective and emotional climax that impressed even skeptical viewers. Despite its derivative elements, the film succeeds through strong voice acting, memorable side characters, and unexpectedly touching moments.
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Martin Lawrence
Boog (voice)
Ashton Kutcher
Elliot (voice)
Gary Sinise
Shaw (voice)
Debra Messing
Beth (voice)
Billy Connolly
McSquizzy (voice)
Georgia Engel
Bobbie (voice)
Jon Favreau
Reilly (voice)
Jane Krakowski
Giselle (voice)
Gordon Tootoosis
Gordy (voice)
Patrick Warburton
Ian (voice)
Cody Cameron
Mr. Weenie (voice)
Nika Futterman
Rosie (voice)
Danny Mann
Serge (voice)
Jack McGee
Hunter (voice)
Michelle Murdocca
Maria (voice)
Fergal Reilly
O'Toole (voice)
Maddie Taylor
Porcupine / Deni (voice)
Kirk Baily
Additional Voices (voice)
Jack Blessing
Additional Voices (voice)
Ranjani Brow
Additional Voices (voice)
Crew
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