Wesley Lovell Cinema Sight Jan 7, 2026 3.5/4

Nearly every kid probably fantasized about the idea of food falling from the sky like rain and Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs gives those visions life.

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David Nusair Reel Film Reviews Jun 18, 2024 2/4

...a fun, larger-than-life premise that is, at the outset, employed to compulsively watchable effect...

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Sean Axmaker Stream on Demand Feb 4, 2023

Director/writer team Phil Lord and Chris Miller cobble a story around the storybook’s premise but it’s the whimsical imagery of raining hamburgers, a Jell-O mold castle, an ice-cream winter wonderland, and a spaghetti tornado that carries the film.

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Mike Massie Gone With The Twins Nov 28, 2020 8/10

Offers a hearty mix of humor that will appeal to nearly every age group.

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Richard Propes TheIndependentCritic.com Sep 5, 2020 3.0/4.0

An entertaining alternative in this Fall season of cinematic mediocrity.

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Kelly Jane Torrance Washington Times Dec 5, 2018 2/4

The animation here is certainly up to par, but it doesn't have the magic of Pixar. The story isn't nearly as creative as that studio's work, either.

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Evan Williams The Australian Jun 27, 2014 3/5

There are many funny moments and some pleasing suspense towards the end, but as a cautionary tale about the dangers of overeating and obesity it's more likely to boost sales at the candy bar. That may be one good reason for watching it at home.

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Michael Dequina TheMovieReport.com Sep 29, 2013 3.5/4

Where else can you find the varied likes of Bill Hader, Anna Faris, James Caan, Bruce Campbell, and--yes--Mr. T together and all on their A game?

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James Plath Movie Metropolis Feb 26, 2012 6/10

The test for a decent family film is whether the kids want to watch it again, and both of mine were ready for a rerun the very next day.

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Neil Pond American Profile Sep 29, 2011 3.5/5

Grownups will enjoy the witty dialog and zippy script, especially when it makes playful nods to big sci-fi popcorn romps like Twister, The Day After Tomorrow, Armageddon and Star Wars.

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Thomas Caldwell Cinema Autopsy Jul 6, 2010 3.5/5

The humour in Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs is often anarchic, wicked, random and very funny. This is a fun film with a lot of spirit.

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Sam Bathe Fan The Fire Apr 15, 2010 4/5

Cloudy With A Chance Of Meatballs might not be as charming or heartfelt as anything from Pixar film, but bar Up, it's the best animated film of the year so far.

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Andrea Chase Killer Movie Reviews Feb 13, 2010 4/5

Spaghetti has never been more terrifying, Gummi bears more menacing, nor the pleasures and perils of exploring the frontiers of science more vivid

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Jeffrey Chen Window to the Movies Jan 18, 2010 7/10

It occurs to me that the pace and tone of the comedy is actually pretty sophisticated -- perhaps too much so for its supposed intended audience.

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David Stratton At the Movies (Australia) Nov 26, 2009 3.5/5

Writer-directors Phil Lord and Christopher Miller have expanded a 30-page children's book by Judi and Ron Barrett into a 3D animated feature which boasts intricate design and goofy humour.

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Philippa Hawker The Age (Australia) Nov 26, 2009 3/5

Cloudy With A Chance of Meatballs is visually inventive and exuberant, and has some neat running gags. But its characterisations are a little disappointing.

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Paul Byrnes Sydney Morning Herald Nov 26, 2009 4/5

This 3D cartoon based on the popular children's book is sweet and fun -- not to mention a little trippy.

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Leigh Paatsch Herald Sun (Australia) Nov 26, 2009 4/5

The story outlined here is engagingly ridiculous, and the visual opportunities suggested by the book and expanded by the screenplay look stunning when seen in 3-D.

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Des Partridge Courier Mail (Australia) Nov 26, 2009 4/5

It all can be swallowed very easily, with the likeable characters, including the policeman Earl (Mr T), ensuring that the adventure serves up a tasty conclusion.

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