Bolt

2008, Kids & family/Animation, 1h 36m

189 Reviews 250,000+ Ratings

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Bolt is a pleasant animated comedy that overcomes the story's familiarity with strong visuals and likable characters. Read critic reviews

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Movie Info

The days of canine superstar Bolt (John Travolta) are filled with danger and intrigue ... until the cameras stop rolling. But Bolt doesn't know that he's on a TV show; he thinks his amazing powers are real. When Bolt is accidentally shipped from his Hollywood soundstage to the mean streets of New York, he begins his most-amazing adventure: Armed only with his delusions and accompanied by a cat and a hamster, he sets out to to find his owner, Penny (Miley Cyrus).
  • Rating:
    PG (Peril|Mild Action)
  • Genre:
    Kids & family, Animation, Comedy, Adventure
  • Original Language:
    English
  • Director:
    Chris Williams, Byron Howard
  • Producer:
    Clark Spencer
  • Writer:
    Dan Fogelman, Chris Williams
  • Release Date (Theaters):
     wide
  • Release Date (Streaming):
  • Box Office (Gross USA):
    $114.1M
  • Runtime:
  • Distributor:
    Walt Disney
  • Sound Mix:
    SDDS
  • Aspect Ratio:
    Flat (1.85:1)

Cast & Crew

John Travolta
Bolt
Voice
Miley Cyrus
Penny
Voice
Susie Essman
Mittens
Voice
Mark Walton
Rhino
Voice
Malcolm McDowell
Dr. Calico
Voice
James Lipton
The Director
Voice
Greg Germann
The Agent
Voice
Diedrich Bader
Veteran Cat
Voice
Chris Williams
Director
Byron Howard
Director
Clark Spencer
Producer
John Lasseter
Executive Producer
Dan Fogelman
Screenwriter
Chris Williams
Screenwriter
Tim Mertens
Film Editing
John Powell
Original Music
Paul Felix
Art Director
Curtis A. Koller
Casting
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Critic Reviews for Bolt

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Audience Reviews for Bolt

  • Nov 14, 2013
    From Walt Disney Animation comes the hilarious family comedy Bolt. After being separated from his co-star/owner, a dog named Bolt (who's been tricked into believing that his television series is real) embarks upon a journey to find her, but the real world proves to be full of dangers and perilous unlike anything that he's ever had to face before. The voice casting is especially good, and the characters are incredibly fun and entertaining. Additionally, the animation is extraordinarily vivid and colorful, creating a rich, textured look for the film. And, the comedy is especially funny, particularly the satire. Bolt is an amazing film that proves that Walt Disney Animation still has the magic.
    Dann M Super Reviewer
  • Apr 26, 2012
    Would be better without Miley Cyrus. It's a animal version of the truman show that focuses more on the adventure, it has a well written script and voice acting (Not from Miley) It's funny and fun, definitely a family favourite
    Sylvester K Super Reviewer
  • Feb 23, 2012
    not that it is a bad film it just hasn't got the spark that pixar and dreamworks have.
    Brendan N Super Reviewer
  • Dec 02, 2011
    Funny and cute, but doesnt live up to other classics. John Travolta and Miley Cyrus have great voice roles. The music is great, and the plot is just okay. The animation was pretty good, but doesnt live up to Pixar and Dreamworks. But whats great about this is that its funny, and in the end this movie rocks.
    Bradley W Super Reviewer
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