The Garfield Movie: When and where to watch on streaming

Sony Pictures Animation’s latest film, The Garfield Movie, will be available for streaming on Netflix in the United States starting September 2024. This announcement marks the continuation of the partnership between Sony Pictures and Netflix, which began with a first-window deal in 2021.

Film Overview

Directed by Mark Dindal, The Garfield Movie is an adaptation of Jim Davis’ iconic cartoon character, Garfield. The film follows Garfield on a high-stakes heist during an adventurous outdoor escapade. This new iteration marks Garfield’s third appearance on the big screen, following the two live-action films where Bill Murray voiced the famous feline.

Chris Pratt, renowned for his voiceover roles and recent success with The Super Mario Bros. Movie, lends his voice to Garfield in this latest adaptation. The film also features a star-studded voice cast, including Samuel L. Jackson, Hannah Waddingham, Ving Rhames, Nicholas Hoult, Brett Goldstein, and Harvey Guillén.


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Release Dates by Region

As per a report by What’s On Netflix, in the United States, The Garfield Movie will make its Netflix debut approximately 120 days after its theatrical release, which is expected around September 21, 2024. This timeline aligns with previous patterns observed in Sony Pictures' releases on Netflix.

For international audiences, the movie’s streaming availability will vary:

India: The film is anticipated to arrive in late August 2024, in close alignment with the U.S. release.

Other Asian Territories and South Africa: Viewers in these regions can expect to stream the movie by the end of 2024.

European Regions: The movie is scheduled to be available sometime in 2025.

United Kingdom and Canada: Following the typical distribution timeline for Sony movies, it is projected to be available on Netflix in these regions by 2026.

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Sony Pictures and Netflix Deal

The streaming release of The Garfield Movie is part of the ongoing agreement between Sony Pictures and Netflix, which ensures that Sony’s films are available on the platform for a designated period following their theatrical runs. This deal, initially established in 2021, is set to continue at least until 2025, as per a report by What’s on Netflix.

FAQs

Is The Garfield Movie good?
Overall, The Garfield Movie offers a delightful adventure with charming, if somewhat forgettable, characters. However, fans of Jim Davis' classic comic strip might find themselves disappointed by the film's departure from some of the beloved themes and storylines.

Is Garfield Based on a true story?
Garfield is a fictional cat and the protagonist of the comic strip of the same name, created by Jim Davis. Garfield is portrayed as a lazy, fat, cynical and self-absorbed orange tabby Persian cat.