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Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs

Name: Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs
Director: Christopher Miller
Genre: Animation, Comedy, Family
Released: 2009-01-01
Duration: 90 min
Rating: 6.7
Cast: Bill Hader, Anna Faris, James Caan, Andy Samberg, Bruce Campbell

2009Dir. Christopher Miller1h 30m

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Runtime1h 30m

Released2009

Budget$100M

Box office$243M

DirectorChristopher Miller

About This Movie

Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs brings a whimsical blend of animation and comedy that feels both vibrant and chaotic. The film follows Flint Lockwood, an inventor whose food-making machine spirals out of control, causing a delicious but disastrous downpour in Chewandswallow. The pacing is playful, matching the absurdity of giant meatballs and spaghetti storms. You’ve got a really unique visual style here—colors pop and the animation is dynamic, creating a lively atmosphere. The voice performances bring a quirky charm, especially with Bill Hader as Flint and Anna Faris as the lovable weather intern. Themes of ambition, responsibility, and community come through without feeling heavy-handed, making it an entertaining watch that stays light on its feet.

Unique animation style with vibrant colors.Themes of invention and responsibility explored.Fast-paced and full of comedic moments.