Overview
A rat with culinary dreams defies the odds in the heart of Paris, proving that anyone can cook.
Ember's analysis
- Pacing
- Brisk
- Intensity
- Moderate
- Complexity
- Easy to follow
- Violence
- None
- whimsical
- witty
- warm
- family movie night
- comfort viewing
What critics said
Critics broadly praised the film as a fast-paced, beautifully animated, emotionally resonant Pixar achievement with an unusually persuasive portrait of artistic ambition.
What sets it apart
May contain story progression spoilers
Remy is a rat whose refined palate and cooking ability conflict with the human culinary world's prejudice against rodents.
Remy's passion centers on flavor, technique, experimentation, and the standards of a fine Paris restaurant.
The film renders Paris, its rooftops, sewers, river, and restaurant kitchens with richly stylized animated detail.
The plot is rooted in French cuisine, Parisian restaurant customs, and the legacy of chef Auguste Gusteau.
Films like Ratatouille, and why
The Incredibles
Shared animated comedy, outsider protagonist, creative ambition, and warm coming-of-age themes.
Up
Shared Pixar craftsmanship, family-friendly humor, emotional storytelling, and an unlikely hero pursuing excellence.
Chef
Shared culinary setting, heartfelt mentorship, whimsical tone, and themes of ambition overcoming social barriers.
Kiki's Delivery Service
Shared animated fantasy, found-family dynamics, gentle humor, and an outsider seeking acceptance.
Movie Details
- Director
- Brad Bird
- Release Date
- 2007-06-28
- Runtime
- 111 min
- Rating
- 7.8 / 10 (18992)
Cast
- Patton Oswalt
- Lou Romano
- Ian Holm
- Brian Dennehy
- Peter Sohn
- Peter O'Toole
- Brad Garrett
- Janeane Garofalo
- Will Arnett
- Julius Callahan
Where to watch in United States
- Streaming
- Hulu, Disney Plus
- Rent
- Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home
- Buy
- Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home
Streaming options come from TMDB and change over time.
Common questions
- What is Ratatouille about?
- A gifted Parisian rat secretly pursues culinary greatness by forming an extraordinary partnership with a struggling young kitchen worker.
- What is Ratatouille like to watch?
- Ember's analysis rates the pacing of Ratatouille as brisk, its intensity as moderate and its storytelling as easy to follow.
- Is Ratatouille violent?
- No — Ember's analysis finds no violence in Ratatouille.
- What did critics think of Ratatouille?
- Critics broadly praised the film as a fast-paced, beautifully animated, emotionally resonant Pixar achievement with an unusually persuasive portrait of artistic ambition.
- Which films are like Ratatouille?
- Films with a similar feel include The Incredibles, Up, Chef, and Kiki's Delivery Service.
- How long is Ratatouille?
- Ratatouille runs 111 minutes.
- Where can I watch Ratatouille?
- In United States, Ratatouille streams on Hulu, Disney Plus.
