---
title: "The One and Only Ivan"
year: 2020
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-one-and-only-ivan-2020"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 508570
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 93
community_rating: 7.4
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "PG"
---

# The One and Only Ivan (2020) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-one-and-only-ivan-2020

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The One and Only Ivan is a film first released in 2020. Catalogued under Family, Comedy, Drama. Produced and broadcast by Allison Shearmur Productions, Digital Makeup Group, Jolie Pas Productions. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A mall‑bound gorilla teams up with fellow animals to uncover his past and seek freedom."

### Why Watch
- Family‑focused story with humor and emotion
- Features a charismatic gorilla protagonist

### Caveats & Content Note
- Limited runtime may leave some plot threads underdeveloped
- Tone & Suitability: Suitable for most ages, with mild thematic elements appropriate for a PG audience.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: heartwarming, adventurous, family-friendly

## Streaming Availability Matrix

Direct streaming licensing updates dynamically. Consult the live tracking interface at https://www.archytele.com/show/the-one-and-only-ivan-2020#watch.

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Thea Sharrock
- **Networks / Studios**: Allison Shearmur Productions, Digital Makeup Group, Jolie Pas Productions

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Bryan Cranston** as *Mack*
- **Sam Rockwell** as *Ivan (voice)*
- **Brooklynn Prince** as *Ruby (voice)*
- **Angelina Jolie** as *Stella (voice)*
- **Danny DeVito** as *Bob (voice)*
- **Ariana Greenblatt** as *Julia*
- **Helen Mirren** as *Snickers (voice)*
- **Phillipa Soo** as *Thelma (voice)*
- **Mike White** as *Frankie (voice) / Passing Driver*
- **Ron Funches** as *Murphy (voice)*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the MPAA rating for The One and Only Ivan?
The film is rated PG.

### Q: How long does the movie run?
Its runtime is approximately 1 hour and 33 minutes.

### Q: When was the film released in the United States?
It was released on August 21, 2020 in the US.

### Q: What genres best describe the film?
It is categorized as family, comedy, and drama.

### Q: Is there a scene involving drawings?
A character gives Ivan crayons, allowing him to draw and be understood.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The One and Only Ivan — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/508570)
- [The One and Only Ivan (film) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_One_and_Only_Ivan_(film))
- [The One and Only Ivan (2020)](https://refresher.cz/film/the-one-and-only-ivan)
- [The One and Only Ivan: trailer rodinného filmu z Disney+](https://filmserver.cz/clanek/16012/the-one-and-only-ivan-trailer-rodinneho-filmu-z-disney/)
- [The One and Only Ivan (2019) | Trailery | MovieZone.cz](https://film.moviezone.cz/the-one-and-only-ivan/trailery)
- [Your One and Only (2020) | ČSFD.cz](https://www.csfd.cz/film/927305-your-one-and-only/prehled/)

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