Mr. Popper’s Penguins is a 2011 American comedy film directed by Mark Waters and starring Jim Carrey. The film is loosely based on the 1938 children’s book of the same name by Richard and Florence Atwater.
The story follows Tom Popper (Jim Carrey), a successful New York City businessman who inherits a group of penguins from his estranged father. Initially resistant to the idea of caring for the penguins, Tom soon grows attached to them and becomes determined to create a suitable habitat for them in his apartment, leading to a series of misadventures and comedic situations.
The film received mixed reviews from critics, with praise directed towards Carrey’s performance and the film’s family-friendly humor, but criticism directed towards the film’s lack of originality and reliance on slapstick comedy. Despite its mixed reception, the film was a moderate commercial success, grossing over $180 million worldwide. It is a lighthearted and fun-filled family film that is suitable for children and adults alike.
Duration: 94 min.
