Netflix’s 'Leo': All you may want to know about Adam Sandler's animated musical comedy

Netflix recently unveiled the teaser trailer and artwork for the animated comedy 'Leo,' featuring Adam Sandler in the lead role. Directed by Robert Marianetti, Robert Smigel, and David Wachtenheim, the film boasts a star-studded cast, including Bill Burr, Sadie Sandler, Sunny Sandler, Nicholas Turturro, Robert Smigel, Rob Schneider, Heidi Gardner, Nick Swardson, Jackie Sandler, Cecily Strong, Jason Alexander, Jo Koy and Stephanie Hsu.

'Leo' is a coming-of-age animated musical comedy that chronicles the final year of elementary school from the perspective of a class pet, Leo, a 74-year-old lizard voiced by Adam Sandler. Leo has shared his Florida classroom with a turtle companion (Bill Burr) for decades. Upon learning that he has just one year left to live, Leo plots an escape to experience life beyond the classroom.

However, he becomes entangled in the troubles of his anxious students, including a notably unkind substitute teacher. This unexpected journey turns out to be the oddest yet most fulfilling item on Leo's bucket list. The screenplay, written by Sandler, Robert Smigel, and Paul Sado, is produced by Sandler's Happy Madison production company. 'Leo' is set to premiere on Netflix on November 21.

FAQs

Who directed 'Leo'?
'Leo' was directed by Robert Marianetti, Robert Smigel and David Wachtenheim. The screenplay for 'Leo' was written by Adam Sandler, Robert Smigel and Paul Sado.

Is 'Leo' a family movie?
'Leo' is an animated comedy, and while it is suitable for a wide audience, parental discretion is advised for younger viewers.