A family story for anyone who ever wanted to get away from their family|Apr. 22, 2020|Canada, United States, United Kingdom|92 Min.|PG
Genre: Animation;Comedy;Drama;Family;Kids
Description: The Willoughbys is a 2020 animated film available for download in English and Hindi in 720p and 480p resolutions. The story revolves around the Willoughby family, once known for their creativity and pride, but now led by neglectful parents, Walter and Helga, who are too absorbed in each other to care for their four children. The eldest, Tim, voiced by Will Forte, takes on the responsibility of raising his siblings, enduring harsh punishments for even minor mistakes, such as being locked in a coal bin. Jane, the middle child voiced by Alessia Cara, is the most outspoken but is often silenced by her parents. The twins, both named Barnaby and voiced by Seán Cullen, are the youngest and the smartest of the group.
The plot thickens when Jane discovers an abandoned baby and brings her home. However, chaos ensues, and the parents expel all five children, instructing them not to return unless they get rid of the baby. Tim blames Jane for the situation, but she suggests they find a perfect home for the baby. They leave the baby, whom Tim names Ruth, at Commander Melanoff’s candy factory, located at the end of a rainbow. Believing the candy factory to be an ideal home, the siblings return and devise a plan to rid themselves of their abusive parents by sending them on a dangerous “dream vacation,” hoping it will leave the children as orphans.
The parents leave, leaving the siblings to fend for themselves. Fortunately, an affordable nanny, voiced by Maya Rudolph, arrives to care for them. Jane quickly bonds with the nanny, and the Barnabys follow suit, while Tim remains skeptical. The film explores themes of family, resilience, and finding one’s place in the world.
Cast director: Kris Pearn
Cast actor: Will Forte, Maya Rudolph, Alessia Cara, Terry Crews, Martin Short, Jane Krakowski, Seán Cullen, Ricky Gervais, Fiona Toth, Islie Hirvonen
Original name: The Willoughbys