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The Emperor's New Groove

2000·Movie
1h 18min·G
IMDb7.4Metacritic707.9Rotten Tomatoes86%84%

Where to watch

Disney+

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The Emperor's New Groove fingerprint

Very funny, high energy.

Energy

Fast-paced

Fast from start to finish.

  • Fast Pace8
  • Spectacle6
  • Adrenaline5

Heart

Uplifting and wholesome

Much of it is about growing up and family.

  • Hopefulness9
  • Wholesome8
  • Nostalgia8

Humor

Plenty of situational comedy and slapstick

  • Situational Comedy9
  • Physical Comedy9
  • Wit & Wordplay8

World

History, growing up, and family

Lived-in and easy to get lost in. Holds up on a rewatch.

  • Dialogue Centrality9
  • Rewatchability9
  • World Immersion8

Craft

Standout performances, dialogue, and direction

  • Acting9
  • Dialogue Quality9
  • Direction8

Style

Standout score and editing

  • Music Composition9
  • Editing8
  • Music Centrality8

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFamily Movie NightFriends NightParty VibeIntergenerationalKidsPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure Escapism

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About

It's all about... ME!

When the self‑absorbed Emperor Kuzco is accidentally transformed into a llama, he must rely on a humble villager to survive the jungle and reclaim his throne.
Musical Comedy AdventureInca Empire SettingDavid vs Goliath NarrativeElton John SoundtrackSelf-Discovery JourneySharp Satirical DialogueClassic Disney CharmUnderdog TriumphVibrant Cultural AestheticFeel-Good Energy

Crew

Directed by:
Mark Dindal
Written by:
Sting, Roger Allers, Chris Williams
Produced by:
Don Hahn, Mary Hidalgo, Ruth Lambert
Composed by:
Sting, John Roesch, Dean A. Zupancic

Sequels and Prequels

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Questions about The Emperor's New Groove

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The Emperor's New Groove legally?

Disney+

The Emperor's New Groove is included with a subscription to Disney+ in the United States. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Emperor's New Groove worth watching?

78
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 78/100 (IMDb 7.4, Rotten Tomatoes 86%, and Metacritic 70). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Emperor's New Groove rated?

G

It's rated G in the United States.

How long is The Emperor's New Groove?

1 h 18 min

The Emperor's New Groove runs 1 h 18 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Emperor's New Groove?

Critics78
Audiences79

Yes. Critics average 78 and audiences 79 out of 100, so both groups see The Emperor's New Groove much the same way.

Was The Emperor's New Groove a box office hit?

Budget$100 million
Box office$169 million

Roughly broke even. It cost about $100 million to make and earned $169 million worldwide, 1.7 times its budget.

What language is The Emperor's New Groove in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Emperor's New Groove?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Emperor's New Groove in 84 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The Emperor's New Groove use?

Transformation PotionSpeaks Fluent AnimalCathartic ChoresStrange Minds Think AlikeSimilar Item ConfusionCall-BackTransformed Ever AfterMerchandise-DrivenWorst AidAss PullDisney Villain DeathLampshade Hangingand 360 more

TV Tropes lists 372 storytelling tropes for The Emperor's New Groove, including Transformation Potion, Speaks Fluent Animal, Cathartic Chores.