Netflix Unveils Chicken Run” Netflix has unveiled the ultimate trailer for “Chicken Run Dawn of the Nugget,” marking the highly anticipated sequel to the renowned “Chicken Run” and standing as one of Netflix’s prominent animated releases for 2023. Hailing from the creators of “Wallace & Gromit” and “Shaun the Sheep,” this project, long in speculation, swiftly materialized with Netflix’s involvement, slated for a global debut on Netflix this December.
The narrative unfolds as a unique “heist,” with Rocky and Ginger collaborating to rescue their daughter, who, after running away, finds herself ensnared in a farm akin to the one her parents escaped from a generation ago.
Premiering at the London Film Festival on October 14 at the Southbank Centre’s Royal Festival Hall, “Chicken Run Dawn of the Nugget,” a sequel twenty-three years in the making, is anticipated to grace theaters across the UK. However, details regarding a potential U.S. theatrical release remain undisclosed, aligning with Netflix’s prevailing trend for major releases.
The sequel revisits Ginger and Rocky, now parents, as they confront the challenges of their daughter’s teenage rebellion. Upon her inadvertent capture on a farm reminiscent of Tweedy’s, the family faces the dilemma of either returning to the mainland to aid chicken-kind or safeguarding themselves in their secluded haven. Zachary Levi steps into the role of Rocky, succeeding Mel Gibson, with Thandiwe Newton portraying Ginger, Bella Ramsey as Molly, and returning actors Horrocks, Imelda Staunton, and Lynn Ferguson reprising their roles. The ensemble is enriched by new additions, including Josie Sedgwick-Davies, David Bradley, Romesh Ranganathan, Daniel Mays, and Nick Mohammed.
Hailing from Aardman, an illustrious recipient of multiple Academy and BAFTA awards (known for “Creature Comforts,” “Wallace & Gromit,” and “Shaun the Sheep”), and under the directorship of Academy Award and BAFTA-nominated Sam Fell (“ParaNorman” and “Flushed Away”), “Chicken Run: Dawn of the Nugget” stands as the eagerly awaited sequel to the highest-grossing stop-motion animated film of all time, “Chicken Run.”
Having successfully escaped Tweedy’s farm, Ginger realizes her dreama tranquil island sanctuary for the entire flock, shielded from the perils of the human world. Ginger, alongside Rocky, welcomes the arrival of Molly, their daughter, marking Ginger’s idyllic conclusion. However, an impending peril looms over chicken-kind back on the mainland. Despite the risk to their hard-earned freedom, Ginger and her team are compelled to intervene, embarking on a daring mission this time around.
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Is Chicken Run available on Netflix?
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Is Chicken Run 2 confirmed?
The long-awaited sequel to Chicken Run has finally arrived after over two decades since the original film hit theaters. Fans can now rejoice as Rocky and Ginger make their triumphant return in Chicken Run: Dawn of the Nugget, now available for streaming on Netflix as of this morning (15 December). Get ready to relive the nostalgia of your childhood as you dive back into the beloved animated world of the plucky chickens. Super excitement abounds!
Why did they recast Chicken Run?
In October 2023, when discussing Chicken Run: Dawn of the Nugget’s upcoming world premiere, director Fell mentioned that he purposely chose not to bring back Julia Sawalha and Mel Gibson for Chicken Run 2. He expressed his desire to not be too attached to the original movie, leading him to reevaluate the casting choices for the sequel.
Will Chicken Run 2 be on Netflix?
December 15, 2023 marks the arrival of the highly anticipated follow-up to the stop-motion favorite, Chicken Run. The sequel, Chicken Run: Dawn of the Nugget, will be available for streaming on Netflix. The trailer provides a sneak peek at Ginger (Thandiwe Newton) and Rocky (Zachary Levi) as they embrace a new addition to their world of adventure.