---
title: "Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs"
year: 2009
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/cloudy-with-a-chance-of-meatballs-2009"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 22794
imdb_id: "tt0844471"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 90
community_rating: 6.7
vote_count: 6516
content_rating: "PG"
---

# Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs (2009) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/cloudy-with-a-chance-of-meatballs-2009

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The film "Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs" tells the story of an inventor who creates a machine with a unique purpose. This machine has the ability to make clouds rain food, which initially benefits the citizens of a certain town. However, the situation quickly escalates as the falling food grows to enormous sizes, posing a significant threat to the town's safety. The inventor must take immediate action to regain control of the machine and prevent further chaos. The goal is to put an end to the unpredictable weather before it causes irreparable damage to the town. The inventor's ability to restore order and save the town is at the center of the story.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "An eccentric inventor accidentally triggers a food-based weather phenomenon that threatens his small island town."

### Why Watch
- creative premise
- humorous tone

### Caveats & Content Note
- mixed critical reception
- Tone & Suitability: The film is rated PG and is suitable for family viewing.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: animated, comedic, science-fiction, family-friendly

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Peacock Premium, Peacock Premium Plus | Tubi TV | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Amazon Prime Video, Sky Go, Now TV Cinema, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | None | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | Crave, Starz Amazon Channel, Crave Amazon Channel, Sony Pictures Core Amazon Channel | None | Apple TV Store, CosmoGo, Amazon Video |
| **Australia (AU)** | BINGE, Foxtel Now, Stan | None | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Christopher Miller, Phil Lord
- **Networks / Studios**: Sony Pictures Animation, Columbia Pictures

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Bill Hader** as *Flint Lockwood (voice)*
- **Anna Faris** as *Sam Sparks (voice)*
- **James Caan** as *Tim Lockwood (voice)*
- **Andy Samberg** as *"Baby" Brent (voice)*
- **Bruce Campbell** as *Mayor Shelbourne (voice)*
- **Mr. T** as *Earl Devereaux (voice)*
- **Bobb'e J. Thompson** as *Cal Devereaux (voice)*
- **Benjamin Bratt** as *Manny (voice)*
- **Neil Patrick Harris** as *Steve (voice)*
- **Al Roker** as *Patrick Patrickson (voice)*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: When was the film released?
The film was released in the United States on September 18, 2009.

### Q: Who directed the movie?
The film was written and directed by Phil Lord and Christopher Miller.

### Q: What is the movie based on?
It is loosely based on the 1978 children's book by Judi and Ron Barrett.

### Q: How long is the film?
The film has a runtime of one hour and thirty minutes.

### Q: Which studio produced the film?
It was produced by Columbia Pictures and Sony Pictures Animation.

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