The Star (2017)

A small but brave donkey and his animal friends become the unsung heroes of the first Christmas.

Director:

Timothy Reckart

Writers:

Carlos Kotkin (screenplay by), Simon Moore (story by)

Stars:

Steven Yeun, Keegan-Michael Key, Aidy Bryant

Nominated for 1 Golden Globe. Another 3 wins & 6 nominations.

Cast

Cast overview, first billed only:
Steven Yeun	...	Bo (voice)
Keegan-Michael Key	...	Dave (voice)
Aidy Bryant	...	Ruth (voice)
Gina Rodriguez	...	Mary (voice)
Zachary Levi	...	Joseph (voice)
Christopher Plummer	...	Herod (voice)
Ving Rhames	...	Thaddeus (voice)
Gabriel Iglesias	...	Rufus (voice)
Kelly Clarkson	...	Leah (voice)
Anthony Anderson	...	Zach (voice)
Patricia Heaton	...	Edith (voice)
Kris Kristofferson	...	Old Donkey (voice)
Kristin Chenoweth	...	Abby (voice)
Mariah Carey	...	Rebecca (voice)
Oprah Winfrey	...	Deborah (voice)

Storyline

In Sony Pictures Animation's THE STAR, a small but brave donkey named Bo yearns for a life beyond his daily grind at the village mill. One day he finds the courage to break free, and finally goes on the adventure of his dreams. On his journey, he teams up with Ruth, a lovable sheep who has lost her flock and Dave, a dove with lofty aspirations. Along with three wisecracking camels and some eccentric stable animals, Bo and his new friends follow the Star and become accidental heroes in the greatest story ever told - the first Christmas.

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Plot Keywords:

bible story | talking animal | king | reference to jesus christ | nativity | 

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Taglines:

A tale of faith and friendship (DVD/Blu-ray release)

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Genres:

Animation | Adventure | Comedy | Family | Fantasy

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Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)

Rated PG for some thematic elements

Details

Official Sites:

Official Site

Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

17 November 2017 (USA)

Also Known As:

The Star: The Story of the First Christmas

Box Office

Budget:

$18,000,000 (estimated)

Gross USA:

$40,852,824, 15 February 2018

Company Credits

Production Co:

Affirm Films, Columbia Pictures Corporation, Franklin Entertainment

Technical Specs

Runtime:

86 min

Sound Mix:

DTS (DTS: X) Dolby Digital Dolby Atmos

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

1.85 : 1

Did You Know?

Trivia

Christopher Plummer's fifth time voicing in an animated theatrical film, after An American Tail (1986), Rock-A-Doodle (1991), Up (2009), and 9 (2009).

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Quotes

Felix: Look with your eyes!

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Crazy Credits

Despite being distributed by Columbia Pictures, the Columbia Pictures logo does not appear until the end credits. The logo itself has the same background as the Affirm Films logo. However, the possible reason the Columbia Pictures and Affirm Films logos were cut was due to Columbia's big schedule. Same said for Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation (2018).

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Connections

Referenced in Midnight Screenings: The Emoji Movie (2017)

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Soundtracks

O Holy Night
performed by Yolanda Adams

User Reviews

special

It is real special. for the inspired speech about Christian faith in the era of globalisation. for animation itself. for the perspective, not new but in wise manner used, of the Birth of Jesus in the eyes of animals. for songs. and for humor. it represents one of source of hope in the time of political corecteness. because it reminds small, essential values. because it gives a touching - precise message about the fundamental importance of faith. and, sure, for the admirable courage to be a confession because, in the age of relativisation, "The Star" becomes a honest remind of the basic Christian Truth.