Zookeeper
“Don't talk to the animals...unless they talk to you first.”
Synopsis
Kindhearted Griffin Keyes is one of the best-loved caretakers at the Franklin Park Zoo, but he's more comfortable with the animals than with females of his own species as proven by his failed marriage proposal to the self-absorbed Stephanie several years ago. The animals have listened to Griffin pine over her for years and, after she reappears in his life, they decide to help Griffin rekindle the relationship and become the alpha male she wants him to be. They inadvertently reveal their secret ability to talk and, after Griffin's initial shock, teach him the rules of courtship, animal-style. Surprisingly, the animals' advice really works and Griffin is about to get everything he's ever dreamed of--or is he?
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Watch the trailer for ZOOKEEPER - In Theaters 7/8Official
Type: Trailer • Published 2011-05-16
Top Cast
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Kevin James
Griffin Keyes
Rosario Dawson
Kate
Leslie Bibb
Stephanie
Joe Rogan
Gale
Nat Faxon
Dave
Ken Jeong
Venom
Steffiana De La Cruz
Robin
Thomas Gottschalk
Jurgen
Donnie Wahlberg
Shane
Brandon Keener
Nimer
Nick Bakay
Franky
Jackie Sandler
TGIF Waitress
Nicholas Turturro
Manny
Nick Nolte
Bernie the Gorilla (voice)
Adam Sandler
Donald the Monkey (voice)
Sylvester Stallone
Joe the Lion (voice)
Cher
Janet the Lioness (voice)
Judd Apatow
Barry the Elephant (voice)
Release History & Theatrical Window
July 8, 2011
Wide Cinema Exhibition
December 17, 2011
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
$80M
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$169.9M
Total global ticket sales
Box Office Return
2.12x
+$89.9M net gain
Theatrical Status
Profitable
Box office tier
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Frank Coraci
- Screenplay & Story
- Nick Bakay, Kevin James, Jay Scherick, David Ronn, Rock Reuben
- Original Score
- Rupert Gregson-Williams
- Original Title
- Zookeeper
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 42m
- Production Budget
- $80M
- Worldwide Gross
- $169.9M
- Production Studios
- Broken Road Productions, Hey Eddie, Happy Madison Productions, Columbia Pictures, Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Frank Coraci
Nick Bakay, Kevin James, Jay Scherick, David Ronn, Rock Reuben
Rupert Gregson-Williams
Amy Vincent, Michael Barrett
Scott Hill
Charles Newirth, Barry Bernardi, Jennifer Eatz, Jeff Sussman, Todd Garner
Department Leadership Roster
Nick Bakay
Screenplay
Kevin James
Screenplay
Frank Coraci
Director
Jeffrey Lee Gibson
Stunt Coordinator
Peter G. Travers
Visual Effects Supervisor
Jay Scherick
Screenplay
David Ronn
Screenplay
Rock Reuben
Screenplay
Kirk M. Petruccelli
Production Design
Scott Hill
Editor
Todd Garner
Producer
Jack Giarraputo
Producer
Kevin James
Producer
Michael Barrett
Director of Photography
Rupert Gregson-Williams
Original Music Composer
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 0 — Approved without age restriction.
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 Zookeeper
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Zookeeper about?
Kindhearted Griffin Keyes is one of the best-loved caretakers at the Franklin Park Zoo, but he's more comfortable with the animals than with females of his own species as proven by his failed marriage proposal to the self-absorbed Stephanie several years ago. The animals have listened to Griffin pine over her for years and, after she reappears in his life, they decide to help Griffin rekindle the relationship and become the alpha male she wants him to be. They inadvertently reveal their secret ability to talk and, after Griffin's initial shock, teach him the rules of courtship, animal-style. Surprisingly, the animals' advice really works and Griffin is about to get everything he's ever dreamed of--or is he?
Who directed Zookeeper?
Zookeeper was directed by Frank Coraci.
Who stars in Zookeeper?
The principal cast of Zookeeper includes Kevin James, Rosario Dawson, Leslie Bibb, Joe Rogan, Nat Faxon.
When was Zookeeper released and how long is it?
Zookeeper was released in 2011 with a total runtime of 1h 42m.
What was the box office and production budget of Zookeeper?
Zookeeper had a reported production budget of $80M and grossed $169.9M at the worldwide box office (2.12 return on budget, classified as a commercial hit).
Who composed the musical score for Zookeeper?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Zookeeper was composed by Rupert Gregson-Williams.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Zookeeper?
Zookeeper holds official age classifications: AU: PG (Parental Guidance — Recommended for mature viewers.); DE: 0 (FSK 0 — Approved without age restriction.); GB: PG (Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.); US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).