---
title: "Extinct"
year: 2021
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/extinct-2021"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 664236
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 84
community_rating: 6.2
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Extinct (2021) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/extinct-2021

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Extinct is a film first released in 2021. Catalogued under Animation, Comedy, Family, Adventure. Produced and broadcast by China Lion Entertainment Production, HB Wink Animation, Timeless Films. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "Two cute time‑travelling critters race to stop their own extinction in modern Shanghai."

### Why Watch
- Adorable donut‑shaped protagonists
- Humorous time‑travel premise
- Family‑friendly adventure

### Caveats & Content Note
- Geared toward younger viewers, older audiences might find it simplistic
- Tone & Suitability: Its playful tone and mild comedy make it suitable for children and family viewing.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: animated, comedic, adventure, family

## Streaming Availability Matrix

Direct streaming licensing updates dynamically. Consult the live tracking interface at https://www.archytele.com/show/extinct-2021#watch.

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: David Silverman
- **Networks / Studios**: China Lion Entertainment Production, HB Wink Animation, Timeless Films

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Adam Devine** as *Ed (voice)*
- **Rachel Bloom** as *Op (voice)*
- **Zazie Beetz** as *Dottie (voice)*
- **Ken Jeong** as *Clarance (voice)*
- **Jim Jefferies** as *Burnie (voice)*
- **Catherine O'Hara** as *Alma (voice)*
- **Reggie Watts** as *Hoss / Ernest Shackleton (voice)*
- **Henry Winkler** as *Jepson (voice)*
- **Alex Borstein** as *Mali (voice)*
- **Benedict Wong** as *Dr. Chung (voice)*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: When was Extinct released?
Extinct premiered in the United States on November 19, 2021.

### Q: How long is the film?
The runtime is 1 hour and 24 minutes.

### Q: What age rating does the film have?
It is rated for viewers aged 6 and older.

### Q: What kind of creatures are Op and Ed?
They are donut‑shaped animals called flummels.

### Q: What genres describe Extinct?
It is an animated comedy‑family adventure.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Extinct — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/664236)
- [Extinct (2017) | ČSFD.cz](https://www.csfd.cz/film/534440-extinct/prehled/)
- [Extinct 60% (2017) | Kinobox.cz](https://www.kinobox.cz/film/584637-extinct)

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*