Clifford's Really Big Movie (2004)

53% of critics liked it
(32 reviews)
44% of users liked it
(1,661 ratings)

Clifford the Big Red Dog finally arrives on the big screen in the animated adventure Clifford's Really Big Movie, directed by Robert Ramirez. Clifford (voice of the late John Ritter) lives on Birdwell Island with his owner Emily Elizabeth Howard (voice of Grey DeLisle). Even though he loves the… More Clifford the Big Red Dog finally arrives on the big screen in the animated adventure Clifford's Really Big Movie, directed by Robert Ramirez. Clifford (voice of the late John Ritter) lives on Birdwell Island with his owner Emily Elizabeth Howard (voice of Grey DeLisle). Even though he loves the Howards, Clifford starts to think that his enormous size is too much of a problem for them. Feeling unwanted, he runs off and joins the circus with his friends Cleo (voice of Cree Summer) and T-Bone (voice of Kel Mitchell). They fall in with a gang of other runaway animals, including a Chihuahua and a ferret. The dogs compete in a big contest in order to win a lifetime supply of Tummy Yummies. Clifford's Really Big Movie encourages preschoolers to develop trust, independence, and confidence. ~ Andrea LeVasseur, Rovi

Rating, Runtime: G, 1 hr. 14 min.
Directed By: Robert Ramirez, Cam Clarke
Written By: Robert Ramirez, Rhett Reese
Genres: Animation, Kids & Family

In Theaters: Apr 23, 2004 Limited
On DVD: Aug 24, 2004
Studio: Warner Bros. Pictures

Critic Reviews

Michael O'Sullivan, Washington Post
When clapping broke out close to the end of Clifford's Really Big Movie -- the clapping of little hands, I might add, and not big ones -- it felt as spontaneous and as heartfelt an expression of youthful joy as I have heard in a long time.
Ann Hornaday, Washington Post
A slightly distended version of the television program, here voiced by some of the best actors in the animation business, including the late, great John Ritter in the title role.
Louise Kennedy, Boston Globe
It's not dreadful, just dull.
Kevin Thomas, Los Angeles Times
Though not exactly a gripping experience for adults, parents have reason to be grateful for a movie that has been so carefully tailored to preschool to first-grade sensibilities.
Nancy Churnin, Dallas Morning News
Unlike television cartoons that sell their souls to make the leap to the big screen, this animated G-rated film is faithful to Norman Bridwell's beloved book series about the big red dog.
Frank Scheck, Hollywood Reporter
Belies its name with its formulaic storytelling and lackluster animation.
Nell Minow, Common Sense Media
Charming and harmless. Nap while your kid enjoys.
James Plath, Reel.com
So, how big is Clifford's Really Big Movie? Maybe too big for a toddler's britches.
Thomas Delapa, Boulder Weekly
Some children might find Clifford's tale on the tame side, but at least as many parents will be happily surprised by the warm and cuddly tone.
Daniel M. Kimmel, Worcester Telegram & Gazette
Clifford's Really Big Movie is easily consumed and disposed of entertainment for the small fry...
Karen Karbo, Oregonian
The animation has cheap-and-fast written all over it. It's so chintzy, the characters look as if they've come straight from a box of Colorforms.
Timothy Knight, Reel.com
Modest in the best sense of the word, this traditional animated film adheres closely to the gentle, easygoing tone of the hugely popular PBS series.