Leo
“Breaking out this November.”
Synopsis
Jaded 74-year-old reptile Leo has been stuck in the same Florida classroom for decades with his terrarium-mate turtle. When he learns he only has one year left to live, he plans to escape to experience life on the outside but instead gets caught up in the problems of his anxious students — including an impossibly mean substitute teacher.
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Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Official TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2023-10-12
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Adam Sandler
Leo (voice)
Bill Burr
Squirtle (voice)
Cecily Strong
Mrs. Malkin (voice)
Jason Alexander
Jayda's Dad (voice)
Rob Schneider
Principal (voice)
Allison Strong
Mrs. Salinas (voice)
Jo Koy
Coach Kimura (voice)
Sadie Sandler
Jayda (voice)
Sunny Sandler
Summer (voice)
Coulter Ibanez
Zane (voice)
Bryant Tardy
Cole #1 Low Voice (voice)
Corey J
Cole #1 High Voice (voice)
Ethan Smigel
Anthony (voice)
TienYa Safko
Skyler (voice)
Gloria Manning
Logan (voice)
Carson Minniear
Cole #2 (voice)
Roey Smigel
Eli / Benji (voice)
Reese Lores
Mia (voice)
Release History & Theatrical Window
Streaming Window: 4 DaysNovember 17, 2023
Wide Cinema Exhibition
November 21, 2023
VOD & Digital Platforms
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- David Wachtenheim, Robert Marianetti, Robert Smigel
- Screenplay & Story
- Robert Smigel, Ken Morrissey, Adam Sandler, Paul Sado, Ryan Savas, Rune Brandt Bennicke, Steve Fonti, James Fujii, Alishea Gibson, Sam Hood, Jenny Lerew, Casey Lowe, Misty Marsden, Claire Morrissey, Lily Jane Nguyen, Jeff Ranjo, Darrell Rooney, David Wachtenheim, HyeonJeong Chozon, Jean-Sebastien Duclos, Mike Kunkel, Donnie Long, Satjit Matharu
- Original Score
- Geoff Zanelli
- Original Title
- Leo
- Country of Origin
- Australia, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 42m
- Production Studios
- Happy Madison Productions, Animal Logic
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
David Wachtenheim, Robert Marianetti, Robert Smigel
Robert Smigel, Ken Morrissey, Adam Sandler, Paul Sado, Ryan Savas, Rune Brandt Bennicke, Steve Fonti, James Fujii, Alishea Gibson, Sam Hood, Jenny Lerew, Casey Lowe, Misty Marsden, Claire Morrissey, Lily Jane Nguyen, Jeff Ranjo, Darrell Rooney, David Wachtenheim, HyeonJeong Chozon, Jean-Sebastien Duclos, Mike Kunkel, Donnie Long, Satjit Matharu
Geoff Zanelli
J.J. Titone, Patrick Voetberg
Barry Bernardi, Allen Covert, Mireille Soria, Adam Sandler, Paul Sado
Department Leadership Roster
Robert Smigel
Writer
J.J. Titone
Editor
Patrick Voetberg
Editor
Geoff Zanelli
Original Music Composer
Mireille Soria
Producer
Simon Rodgers
Production Design
David Wachtenheim
Director
Robert Marianetti
Director
Robert Smigel
Director
Adam Sandler
Producer
Adam Sandler
Writer
Paul Sado
Writer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance — Recommended for mature viewers.
FSK 6 — Restricted to viewers aged 6 and older.
Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Leo
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Leo about?
Jaded 74-year-old reptile Leo has been stuck in the same Florida classroom for decades with his terrarium-mate turtle. When he learns he only has one year left to live, he plans to escape to experience life on the outside but instead gets caught up in the problems of his anxious students — including an impossibly mean substitute teacher.
Who directed Leo?
Leo was directed by David Wachtenheim, Robert Marianetti, Robert Smigel.
Who stars in Leo?
The principal cast of Leo includes Adam Sandler, Bill Burr, Cecily Strong, Jason Alexander, Rob Schneider.
When was Leo released and how long is it?
Leo was released in 2023 with a total runtime of 1h 42m.
Who composed the musical score for Leo?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Leo was composed by Geoff Zanelli.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Leo?
Leo holds official age classifications: AU: PG (Parental Guidance — Recommended for mature viewers.); DE: 6 (FSK 6 — Restricted to viewers aged 6 and older.); FR: TP; GB: PG (Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.); US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).