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Stranger Things Star's Animated Goat Movie Tops Netflix
15 May
Summary
- Caleb McLaughlin's animated movie 'Goat' is now Netflix's No.1 film.
- The film boasts an 84% critic score and 93% audience score on Rotten Tomatoes.
- Stephen Curry inspired and voiced a character in the animated feature.
Caleb McLaughlin, who grew up playing Lucas Sinclair in Stranger Things, has a new hit with the animated movie 'Goat,' now the number one film on Netflix. The movie, a Sony Pictures Animation production, centers on an anthropomorphic goat who aspires to play roarball, a sport similar to basketball, alongside his idol. It arrived on Netflix this past Thursday and quickly climbed to the top of the streaming charts.
Released theatrically in February, 'Goat' received critical acclaim with an 84% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, praising its animation and voice performances. Audiences rated it even higher at 93%. The film was inspired by and features NBA legend Stephen Curry, who also voiced a character. The voice cast includes other notable names such as Gabrielle Union, Aaron Pierre, Nicola Coughlan, Nick Kroll, Patton Oswalt, and McLaughlin's Stranger Things co-star David Harbour.
McLaughlin, 24, is also slated to appear in the upcoming thriller '2034' for Netflix, directed by Joseph Gordon-Levitt. His former Stranger Things castmates are also active with new projects, including Finn Wolfhard, Millie Bobby Brown in 'Enola Holmes 3,' Gaten Matarazzo, and Sadie Sink in 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day,' demonstrating the continued success of the show's ensemble.
'Goat' is accessible to subscribers, offering a family-friendly storyline and vibrant animation. The film's strong reception suggests a wide appeal for audiences seeking animated entertainment on the platform. Its recent success highlights McLaughlin's growing presence in the film industry beyond his iconic role in the hit Netflix series.
