HOME
MOVIES
TV Shows
In Theatres
SEARCH
FRESH
QUEUE
Paddington
PG (SINGAPORE)
2014
MOVIE IS
different
original
entertaining
unique
innocent
Close Video
watch now
Reviews
similar movies
cast & crew
tags
87 %
98 %
Certified Fresh
$ 282 Million
See Where to Watch
Paddington
Positive Reviews
118
Negative reviews
2
Average Rating
4.1
/5
different
original
entertaining
unique
innocent
All
Positive
Negative
3.5
Its visually busy, but not frenzied, and if the film seems head and shoulders above the average effects driven family matinee flick, its because it ne ..
Av Club
4.5
Advertisement King and McColl have tweaked Bonds stories about a marmalade loving, duffle coat wearing bear into a baby mild satire of xenophobia and ..
Av Club
4.5
But framed through the innocent, warm eyes of Paddington, theres always something for the anklebiters to cling onto.
Den Of Geek
5.0
I find it deeply disturbing and depressing that desperately poor people fleeing war or environmental disaster should be the focus for hatred and discr ..
We Got This Covered
4.0
Its with great satisfaction that I can report that Paddington is a marvelously charming and near perfect blend of Bonds comically ursine character and ..
Austin Chronicle
4.5
If you drool over Wes Andersons intricate, emotionally resonant set designs, youre likely going to love what the Browns home looks like.
Austin Chronicle
4.0
This first ever movie take on Perus furriest export is a cuddly triumph.
Time Out
5.0
Paddington is a real pleasure innocent, charming, funny and with some action thrown in for good measure and likely to really strike a chord with famil ..
Screen Daily
3.5
Apart from gently delivering the message about the importance of belonging, the jaunty film score also keeps things moving along rather nicely.Fun fam ..
ETimes (TOI)
4.5
Paddington is a prime example of what differentiates a solid family film from a pandering kids movie.
Collider
3.8
It manages to be both old fashioned and high tech. It remains faithful to the characters roots while also placing him firmly within a contemporary set ..
Rogerebert
4.0
At best, Id hoped a Paddington film would leave me with a smile and a nostalgic tingle.
Telegraph
4.5
The animated bear fits perfectly in this idealized portrayal of London.
The Young Folks
5.0
Its hard to make a childrens movie that not only entertains the little ones, but also gives the adults something to enjoy.
Cinema Blend
4.0
Even the slapstick comedy sequences in Paddington are quite well staged and executed, be that sort of comical mayhem to your liking or not.
Screen Rant
4.4
Imaginatively presented and clever of story, Paddington wins with sweetness and message.
The Globe And Mail
4.2
While the scenario seems triteand in fact isKing manages it with a light touch that makes it more than palatable.
One Guys Opinion
3.0
Paddington brings childrens book hero Paddington Bear to the screen in a movie as sweet as orange marmalade, as sentimental as a stuffed toy from chil ..
Rogers Movie Nation
3.5
Directed and co scripted by Paul King, Paddington is a largely successful translation of Bonds world to the big screen, though prone to formulaic plot ..
Blu Ray
3.8
Thats the world Paddington Bear represents, and Paddington understands that.
Mark Reviews Movies
3.8
But Paddington is in theaters now, and delightfully captures the books winsome style, heart and distinctly British spirit.
Usa Today
4.0
With every reference to weird fur, odd eating habits, every sentence about different ways of doing things and the pioneering spirit of the Empire, I c ..
The Times
4.0
Senior barristers and other mature fans of the small bear from darkest Peru should realise it is perfectly acceptable to go to Paddington, even alone ..
The Times
4.0
It should come as a pleasant surprise to fans that the makers of Paddington David Heyman, its producer, who worked on the Harry Potter series, and Pau ..
The Times
4.5
King doesnt stop with just that familiar device, and instead employs a highly imaginative filmmaking style, often deploying creative and interesting v ..
Screen It
4.0
What the makers of this heartwarming British comedy have done, to bring Michael Bonds endearingly polite ursine hero into the modern day, is make a fi ..
Independent
2.0
It is a film of considerable charm but one undermined by a very bitty and flimsy screenplay.
Independent
3.0
Heres a rare bird, er bear, indeed.Paddington is a family movie that really is for everyone, meaning neither kids nor grown ups will squirm with bored ..
Rolling Stone
4.5
Paddington manages to be such a sweetly funny concoction that you might find yourself hungering for further big screen adventures.
The Wrap
3.8
This is one of the films best and funniest ideas, a gentle send up of the colonialism in childrens books from Babar to Rudyard Kipling.
News Day
5.0
In the spirit of the best Disney classics, Paddington is one for the ages and all ages.
Film Journal
4.0
Its terrifically good hearted fare, painting a colourful portrait of London as a multicultural melting pot with a just a hint of old school Poppins ch ..
The Guardian
4.0
Heres a nice surprise.The new CGI live action Paddington Bear could easily have been another garish, cheapo Brit movie.
The Guardian
5.0
Paddington runs gamely through a heightened, picture book London, stumbling on occasion through a mess of caffeinated, slapstick set pieces, but keepi ..
The Guardian
3.5
Ultimately, though, Paddington is a good compromise between that nostalgic charm and the demands of mainstream family friendly filmmaking.
Az Central
4.0
His Paddington is bouncy without displaying any Disneyesque glibness.
Smh
3.0
The film is a brightly wrapped Christmas present that has been assembled with love and care, and its message about the importance of welcoming strange ..
Smh
4.5
A remarkable work so far ahead of any live action (well, mostly live action) family movies that it would be disgraceful to mention it in the same brea ..
Mountain X
5.0
But aside from the bits that practically scream studio mandated, director Paul King invokes the spirit and charm of Paddingtons personality.Even when ..
Npr
4.2
The storybook bears tale remains largely intact: After enduring hardship in Peru, our red bowler topped hero stows away to London, where he is taken i ..
Ew
4.5
Paddington is a charming and briskly paced movie with some genuine laughs behind it.
Cinema Crazed
5.0
Kings inventive direction presents London as a kind of wonderland, full of adventure and excitement and mystery.
Slate
4.0
By infusing this traditional tale with his own brand of irreverent humour, however, King has both paid homage to Paddingtons roots and made him releva ..
Flim List
4.5
This is a film best enjoyed when you let your inner child take over and do all the viewing for you.
Film Inquiry
5.0
Marmaladen with gloriously silly jokes, pitch perfect performances and incidental detail, this is a warm, witty and wondrously inventive great big bea ..
Empire
4.0
Susan Grangers review of Paddington (Dimension Films/StudioCanal) Beginning with an old black and white newsreel prologue, set in Peru, this is the sw ..
Susang Ranger
3.8
This philosophy, clear eyed and anxiety free, dominates the movie and remains unshaken from start to finish.
Observer
4.0
This is a sweet film for young kids, with enough slapstick comedy for older ones and entertainment value for adults, too.
Common Sense Media
3.8
Suffice it to say that this is good family fare with plenty of decent gags (visual and otherwise), and its nicely acted by all the principals.
Sf Gate
4.5
This movie packs so much soul that it deserves to be watched more than once.
Book My Show
3.8
The film is surprising for the way it finds a near ideal balance between its childlike playfulness and displays of mature wisdom.
Slant Magazine
4.5
A movie based on a childhood favourite book can usually never measure up.
The New Indian Express
3.8
Because of its adorable protagonist, laugh out loud gags and touching premise, Paddington succeeds in a way most CGI/live action hybrids do not.
Washington Post
5.0
Despite the kid gloves sensibility, Paddington delivers a knockout blend of fluid animation and live action.
The New York Times
4.0
He has a real skill with films that appeal across the ages but also feel reassuringly old fashioned and decent.
Express
3.5
Paddington may show up in that train station, looking like a furry charity case, desperately wanting to be cared for, but any audiences willing to tak ..
The Film Stage
3.8
Its witty and charming, with a considerable if sneaky emotional impact.
Chicago Tribune
3.8
Film adaptations of classic childrens characters can be judged by the quality and quantity of fart jokes.
Boston Globe
3.8
Robin Clifford Laura Clifford The great explorer Montgomery Clyde (Tim Downie) travelled to the deepest, darkest corner of Peru and discovered a uniqu ..
Reeling Reviews
4.2
Robin Clifford Laura Clifford The great explorer Montgomery Clyde (Tim Downie) travelled to the deepest, darkest corner of Peru and discovered a uniqu ..
Reeling Reviews
4.5
Adorable.Paddington is, in fact, so cute and witty and compassionate and bittersweet and just the right little bit of snarky and positively downright ..
Flickfilosopher
4.0
Fans of the Harry Potter brand of Englishness will find plenty to savour.
The Irish Times
5.0
It relies instead on a good script, a perfectly chosen cast, and a high degree of filmmaking skill to woo and win us.
Blogs Indie Wire
4.2
Updating Bonds creation to the present day without losing the innocence, its a mix of the silliness of Monty Python, the heart and storytelling know h ..
Blogs Indie Wire
3.5
Perhaps the real appeal of this movie is that good manners never go out of style.
Las Vegas Weekly
5.0
Whishaws gentle tenor voice has such a touching fragility to it that one wonders how they ever thought anyone else could have done it better.
Hollywood Reporter
4.5
Who doesnt love a good toilet flood scene As the search for the explorer continues, trouble rears its head.
Deccan Chronicle
4.0
But its all done with such brio and good humour, its irresistible.
Standard
5.0
The underlying theme of the film, as it was in Bonds stories, is very much about fitting in and finding a home, or at least a safe haven, surrounded b ..
Los Angeles Times
3.8
This is more than a fish out of water story its a bear in London story.
Detroit News
5.0
No bears were harmed in the making of this film, boast the closing credits of Paddington and happily, that promise extends to Michael Bonds ursine lit ..
Variety
4.4
Everything about this movie is fun and entertaining. Its the kind of family film that shows everyone a good time, regardless of age.
Aisle Seat
4.0
The filmmakers behind this magnificent movie adaptation of Paddington have indeed looked after the bear.
Herald Sun
3.8
That wont quite do for 95 minutes of big screen entertainment so understandably, if a bit regrettably the movie has created the nasty Kidman character ..
Nj
4.0
Paddington is a film that has an accessible, and yet significant message running through it, while never losing sight of the enchantment and frivolity ..
Hey U Guys
3.8
Despite some lazy plotting, Paddington based on the series of books written by Michael Bond starting in 1958 is sure to appeal to younger audiences an ..
The Star
1.5
Paul Kings skilful and entertaining movie adaptation of the books is equally at home in multicultural London.
Scroll
5.0
Aside from its humor and its cast, audiences may also judge the film on its visual style.
Deseret News
4.5
The film is schmaltz free, filled with laughs and rich with heart.
Urban Cine File
4.5
Frankly speaking, Paddington is not a joke laden comedy that will appeal to kids and parents in equal measure; its a movie for kids, and what Paddingt ..
Ner Dist
5.0
Ignore the fuss and savour the most enjoyable, fun packed film of the year.
Mirror
4.0
Its a delightfully British affair, simultaneously old fashioned and fresh, heart warming without ever being sentimental and crafted with palpable love ..
Digital Spy
4.0
Long time Paddington Bear fans whether of Michael Bonds original books or the various TV series it inspired may find it a little hair raising to see t ..
Games Radar
3.8
All this makes this live action film with a digital bear just about perfect, at least as a collection of sketches without any particular direction.
New York Post
4.0
Full of stylised sets, fantastic one liners and sight gags, and truly surreal touches, this big, charming, vibrant and heart warming Paddington pretty ..
Abc
4.0
With a slightly retro and eccentric approach to production design, comical performances and family themes, Paddington is a mix of messages delivered w ..
Nz Herald
4.0
Paddington has well timed hilarious action sequences and London twinkles with Wes Anderson style production design.
Flicks
3.8
This movie is sweet in all the ways garbage like Yogi Bear is obnoxious.
Red Eye Chicago
4.0
With a script packed with smart humour and witty innuendo, the film will keep both the adults and the kids happy.
Contact Music
3.8
Paddington could have been made with half the creativity and wit that it was and not lost a dime, so there is much to admire about the inventive inten ..
Larsen On Film
5.0
When you watch a movie that was made mainly for kids and find yourself enjoying it more than most adult fare, at least two explanations suggest themse ..
Wsj
4.0
Paddington is a sweet, cuddly, and joyously entertaining family movie, with amazing visuals to match its large, fuzzy heart.
Matts Movie Reviews
3.8
Yes, there are scenes where the bear causes absolute mayhem which will leave most children laughing.
The Film Pie
3.5
Young war refugees first inspired Bond to create the character of Paddington, and the film never loses sight of that.
The Dissolve
3.5
This film adaptation of Paddington is heartwarming and sweet, and makes you feel as warm and fuzzy as the original 1950s stories by Bond did for so ma ..
Straits Times
3.8
This is a sweet, magical and fantastical little comedy with lots of heart and silly sight gags.
Daily Herald
4.3
Paddington has enough broad humor to satisfy small children, and more than enough cleverness to entertain the old fuddy duddies who (like myself), nor ..
Crave Online
4.0
Paddington Bears first big screen adventure is a joy, a warm, witty and generous hearted family film that honours author Michael Bonds original creati ..
What So
4.5
Its genuinely warm and cute as f*ck, and is a great option if youre looking to take your tots to the movies this winter.
Lainey Gossip
3.8
And while its not quite as charming as it wants to be the climax is needlessly frantic it manages in its quieter moments to capture some of the author ..
National Post
4.0
The good news is that the timely story of an outsider being welcomed into Britain with open arms (take that UKIP!) is a richly witty triumph, seamless ..
Sky
5.0
Funny, touching, perfectly cast and surprisingly topical, this is an utter delight from start to finish.
Daily Star
5.0
That, of course, makes Paddington a winner for family viewing because this wonderful adventure will appeal to children and parents, both for its heart ..
Toronto Sun
2.5
Vacation photographs often capture perfect moments in favorite places.
Qc Times
3.8
But once you settle past the CGI presentation of the beloved British bear, a truly enjoyable, funny and kid friendly flick emerges.
Columbus Alive
5.0
With a deft script and punctilious set design, Paddington pleasingly preserves a decidedly charming, marmalade ish Brit flavour even adding some subve ..
Vue Weekly
4.5
And if you simply have to go there (PROTIP: You dont), leave out the prison rape jokes.
Sf Weekly
4.0
But in that scenerio, treatment the filmmakers surprised their audience by embracing a simple concept a simple story told in LEGOs and crafting it int ..
Johnhanlon Reviews
3.0
The jokes in the script by King also land at a surprisingly high percentage rate.The comedy is a result of clever, silly quips and physical comedy.
Impulse Gamer
3.8
Its loaded with witty British humor, hilarious non sequitors and some emotional jabs that will even get the toughest of child less fellows.
Schmoes Know
4.4
Im glad, as it afforded me the pleasure of being pleasantly surprised throughout.
Illinois Times
5.0
And it works.For parents looking for a film thatll please them and their kids in equal measure, Paddington is as Goldilocks would say in that other be ..
Ut Sandiego
3.8
Pardon the unintended pun, but Paddington is a gentle, heartfelt bear hug of a movie.
The Film File
4.0
While it is light and fun and frivolous, the storyline never loses sight of the theme of finding your home and it is an enchanting take on Michael Bon ..
Iol Co Za
3.5
It all makes for a somewhat predictable plot, but it doesnt matter because the mood is so understated, the emotions so palpable and the production des ..
O Canada
4.5
Easton, MD (21601) Today Partly cloudy.A stray shower or thunderstorm is possible.
Stardem
4.5
Disappointing sequels, re makes and re boots too often dominate the cinematic landscape.
Junkee
4.5
Its a clumsy bear, this movie, but ultimately agreeable and even slightly cute.
Topless Robot
5.0
If the family tradition is unique to your family, it becomes even more special.
Movies About
5.0
The performances, the humor, the animation and the direction are all top notch.
Austin 360
4.4
It also contains the most important ingredient from Bond: a sense of humor, from the slapstick to the droll ... This film will evoke laughter, not tea ..
Slj
See Where to Watch
Paddington