as Ugga, the grounding, empathetic matriarch.
Upon release in March 2013, was a massive box office hit, grossing over $587 million worldwide against a $135 million budget. It earned a Golden Globe nomination for Best Animated Feature Film. the croods 2013
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Directed by Kirk DeMicco and Chris Sanders (the voice behind Lilo & Stitch ’s Stitch), The Croods 2013 introduces us to the world’s first dysfunctional nuclear family. Living in a massive, fortified cave, Grug (voiced by Nicolas Cage) is the paranoid patriarch. His philosophy is simple: "Never not be afraid." Anything new is bad. Curiosity killed the caveman. This public link is valid for 7 days
A decade after its release, The Croods stands as a testament to DreamWorks Animation's ability to combine high-concept comedy with genuine emotional depth. Its central message—that fear of the unknown can be a cage, and that embracing change is the only way to truly thrive—resonates as strongly today as it did in 2013. With stunning animation, a stellar voice cast, and a story that speaks to the heart of family dynamics, The Croods remains a beloved entry in the modern animation canon. For those who haven't yet joined this family on their journey, or for those looking to revisit it, the Croods' message is clear: there's a whole colorful world out there, just waiting to be discovered—all you have to do is leave your cave.
The 2013 film was not a standalone success; it laid the foundation for a sprawling franchise. The longevity of the brand includes: Media Type Release Year / Run The Croods: A New Age 2D Animated Series Dawn of the Croods (Netflix) 2015–2017 3D Animated Series The Croods: Family Tree (Hulu/Peacock) 2021–2023
“Never not be afraid.” Eep: “We’re still alive. That’s all the luck we need.” Guy: “Tomorrow is a place you can’t see, but it’s still there.” Gran: “I’m Gran. I eat kids like you for breakfast.” Grug (after being launched by a mud geyser): “I lived!”