Mars Needs Moms

Synopsis

In the animated adventure film Mars Needs Moms, directed by Simon Wells and released in 2011, a young boy named Milo discovers that his mother has been abducted by aliens who need her parenting skills to raise their own young. Determined to rescue her, Milo stows away on the aliens' spaceship and finds himself on Mars, where he joins forces with a rebellious girl named Gribble and a tech-savvy robot named Wingnut. Together, they embark on a thrilling and heartwarming journey to save Milo's mother and uncover the true meaning of family. Filled with action, humor, and touching moments, Mars Needs Moms is a visually stunning and emotionally resonant film suitable for all ages.

Cast

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  Seth Green

  Milo (performance capture)

• Seth Robert Dusky

  Milo (voice) (as Seth Dusky)

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  Joan Cusack

  Mom (voice)

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  Dan Fogler

  Gribble (voice)

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  Breckin Meyer

  Alien (voice)

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  Elisabeth Harnois

  Ki (voice)

Reviews

Mars Needs Moms received mixed reviews from critics upon its release. While the stunning animation and heartfelt message were praised, some critics found the storyline to be predictable and the characters to be lacking depth. Rotten Tomatoes gave the film a rating of 37%, with the consensus stating, 'Mars Needs Moms' heartfelt message is undermined by lackluster storytelling. IMDb rated the movie 5.4/10, with mixed reviews ranging from praising the animation to criticizing the execution. Metacritic gave Mars Needs Moms a score of 49/100, citing the film's impressive visuals but ultimately failing to deliver a captivating story. Despite the criticism, the heartfelt moments and lessons on the importance of family resonated with some viewers.