Zookeeper Movie Cast, Plot and Everything to Know

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Last modified: Aug. 30, 2011

Zookeeper

Release Date: Friday, July 8, 2011 Theaters

A romantically-challenged zookeeper receives help from his furry friends.

Director: Frank Coraci

Starring: Kevin James • Adam Sandler • Jon Favreau • Cher • Sylvester Stallone

PG Comedy 1 hr, 42 m

3.92 / 5.0

89% WILL SEE 11% WON'T SEE

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Plot – What's the story about?

Plot: In "The Zookeeper," the animals at the zoo adore their caretaker Andrew (Kevin James), an amiable but lonely guy who's never quite fit in. Finding himself more comfortable with a lion than a lady, Andrew decides he should leave the zoo and get a life. When the zoo animals discover his plan they decide to break their code of silence and reveal their biggest secret: they can talk! Now they won't shut up and they're teaching Andrew nature's best mating rituals. To help him win the girl of his dreams (Rosario Dawson) and save their happy family they're willing to do - or say - anything.

Comedy Romance

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Who stars in Zookeeper – Cast List

Kevin James
... Griffin Keyes

Solo Mio, Playdate
Adam Sandler
... Donald the Monkey (voice)

Jay Kelly, Murder Mystery 2
J
Jon Favreau
... Jerome the Bear (voice)

Avengers: Endgame, The Wolf of Wall Street
Cher
... Janet the Lioness (voice)

Burlesque, The Drop-Out
Sylvester Stallone
... Joe the Lion (voice)

Alarum, Escape Plan
Rosario Dawson
... Kate

Unstoppable, Eagle Eye
J
Judd Apatow
... Barry the Elephant (voice)

Dads
B
Bas Rutten
... Sebastian the Wolf (voice)

The Manson Brothers Midnight Zombie Massacre
F
Faizon Love
... Bruce the Bear (voice)

Life As We Know It, Couples Retreat
J
Jim Breuer
... Crow (voice)
Donnie Wahlberg
... Shane

The Sixth Sense, Righteous Kill

Who is making Zookeeper – Crew List

A look at Zookeeper behind-the-scenes crew and production team. The film's director Frank Coraci last helmed Hot Air and The Ridiculous 6. The film's writer Scot Armstrong last penned Search Party and The Hangover Part II.

Director: Frank Coraci
Screenwriters: Scot Armstrong
David Ronn
Producers: Walt Becker
Jennifer Eatz
Todd Garner

Studios: Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer; Sony Pictures
Production Company: Broken Road Productions
Broken Road Productions
Happy Madison Productions
The Walt Becker Company

Production – What we know about the Zookeeper

Key Facts

Based on an idea by Todd Garner. Primary filming of "The Zookeeper" kicked off last week at the Boston's Franklin Park Zoo's elaborate mini-zoo set near the Giraffe Entrance of the park located at 1 Franklin Park Rd (8/01/09).

Movie Filming Timeline: Production Status Updates

Oct 2010

Completed

Changed Zookeeper movie production status. The movie is ready for release.

Jan 2010

Post-Production

Changed the movie production status to Post-Production. The movie is now in the editing and finishing stages.

Jun 2009

Production

Changed the movie production status to Production. The movie is currently being filmed.

Feb 2009

Development

Changed the movie production status to Development. The movie is likely in scripting, budgeting, or stuck in 'development hell.'

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Additional Information

Parent Rating: PG Parental Guidance Suggested for some rude and suggestive humor, and language
Runtime: 1 hr, 42 m
Tagline: Welcome to his jungle.
Also known as: Not available
Language: English

Zookeeper Trailers and Clips

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UK Theatrical Teaser

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Theatrical Teaser

Zookeeper Release Date: When was the film released?

Zookeeper was released in nationwide movie theaters on Friday, July 8 , 2011. The film was released in approximately 3,482 theaters. There were eight other movies released on the same date, including Horrible Bosses, The Ward and Ironclad.