Chicken Run made waves with its release in 2000, and now fans can rejoice as the beloved film is set to return to cinemas near you. Although the audience who enjoyed the movie initially in 2000 is all grown up, we have high hopes for its sequel. Of course, nostalgia will win once again. This brings us to our next question: When will Chicken Run Dawn of the Nugget be released? Your answer lies in the article below. Let’s delve deeper into this matter.
Chicken Run Dawn of the Nugget Release Date
We first heard about Chicken Run: Dawn of the Nugget in 2018. However, since then, there has been a drought of information. But luckily, the movie was not dropped. In 2019, its pre-production finally began. In the years following 2019, we got leads on its production in bits and pieces.
Finally, we have reached a milestone! Because Netflix has confirmed that Chicken Run: Dawn of the Nugget will be released! The release date was revealed at the Annecy International Animation Festival; the movie will come out on 15th December 2023. We are still quite behind its premiere. But this long wait will definitely be worth it!
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A Sneak Peek and Where to Watch Chicken Run Dawn of the Nugget
A clip introduced Molly and Rocky! We can’t wait to further meet these two very exciting characters.
Where to watch Chicken Run: Dawn of the Nugget? As Netflix was the first streaming site to report the release date of Chicken Run’s sequel, it is clear that Netflix will also host the movie. Moreover, the first movie is available there for streaming! So, in case you are thinking of reigniting your childhood memories, you can head onto the streaming site right now! Releasing around the Christmas season, it will qualify as a perfect holiday watch.
Other than Netflix, it will also be released in cinemas. So you can enjoy the best of both worlds!
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Who is returning in Chicken Run’s sequel?
Before we delve into the detailed information, we have exciting news to share: many familiar faces associated with the original movie will be returning for the highly anticipated sequel! It’s the reunion we’ve all been waiting for.
Karey Kirkpatrick and John O’Farrell, who worked on the script for the original film, have returned to lend their creative talents to the sequel. And let’s not forget the beloved (old) cast members who will reprise their roles:
- Imelda Staunton as Bunty
- Jane Horrocks as Babs
- Lynn Ferguson as Mac
However, as is common in many franchises, some actors will not be returning for this sequel. Unfortunately, Julia Sawalha (Absolutely Fabulous) and Mel Gibson will not be reprising their roles, and we will surely miss them. Timothy Spall and Phil Daniels will also not be returning.
As for the rest of the cast members, it appears that they were not asked to return for the sequel, according to sources.
Now, let’s talk about the new additions to the cast. Joining the flock are Zachary Levi as Rocky and Thandiwe Newton as Ginger. Romesh Ranganathan will lend his voice to Nick, and Daniel Mays will voice Fetcher.
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