“The Garfield Movie” Serves Up a Hearty Helping of Humor with Chris Pratt and Samuel L. Jackson

Get ready to feast on humor and lasagna! Chris Pratt lends his voice to the world’s most beloved and sardonic tabby in “The Garfield Movie,” hitting theaters on February 16, 2024. With a lasagna-loving attitude and a new animated twist, this latest Garfield adventure is poised to claw its way into the hearts of fans and new audiences alike.

Garfield is back, and this time he’s bringing his trademark wit to the big screen with a side of Pratt’s comedic flavor. In an exciting expansion of Jim Davis’ comic universe, Samuel L. Jackson joins the family as Garfield’s father, Vic. The dynamic voice duo of Pratt and Jackson, who have flexed their vocal talents in “The Super Mario Bros. Movie” and “Paws of Fury: The Legend of Hank” respectively, are ready to deliver a fresh and furry narrative that promises to be ‘purr-fect’ for Garfield enthusiasts.

A Tail-Wagging Tale: The freshly released trailer showcases Pratt’s Garfield in his element, navigating life with his hapless owner, Jon. In true Garfield fashion, he delivers a cautionary heads-up to viewers before his infamous eating spree, quipping about the ungraceful dining that awaits. It’s a scene sure to make even young kittens shield their eyes.

From Sketch to Screen: Pratt’s jaunt as Garfield follows in the paw prints of Bill Murray, who voiced the cantankerous cat in earlier adaptations that, despite critical side-eye, found box office success. The Garfield canon, enriched with a variety of films and animated series, continues to expand, proving that the appetite for cat-centric capers is insatiable.

The Creative Litter Box: Directed by animation veteran Mark Dindal, of “Chicken Little” and “Emperor’s New Groove” fame, and penned by “Finding Nemo” scribe David Reynolds, “The Garfield Movie” is shaped to be a family-friendly feast. The film’s kitchen is bustling with the creative spices of Columbia Pictures and Alcon Entertainment, while Sony Pictures handles the global distribution, sparing the film from crossing Chinese borders.

Executive Paws: Comic creator Jim Davis oversees the production as executive producer, ensuring Garfield’s sass is served authentic and fresh. A litter of producers, including Bridget McMeel and Craig Sost, along with John Cohen and others, have their hands in the mix, ready to dish out a cinematic treat that’s sure to have audiences asking for seconds.