2011 • PG • 2h 4m • English

We Bought a Zoo

DramaComedyFamilyBased on a true storyLight and funnyFamily-friendly

Benjamin has lost his wife and, in a bid to start his life over, purchases a large house that has a zoo – welcome news for his daughter, but his son is not happy about it. The zoo is in need of renovation and Benjamin sets about the work with the head keeper and the rest of the staff, but, the zoo soon runs into financial trouble.

Certified PG — fine to watch with family.

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WatchWise Score

65/100

★★★½☆

2,994 votes across 1 source

TMDB

6.8/10

Equals 68/100 · 2,994 votes

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· Middling scores: fine for a casual watch, not a must-see.

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Commercial verdict

Profitable

Earned back its budget with room to spare.

Estimated budget: ₹420 cr

We Bought a Zoo

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