---
title: "We Bought a Zoo"
year: 2011
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/we-bought-a-zoo-2011"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 74465
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 124
community_rating: 6.8
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "PG"
---

# We Bought a Zoo (2011) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/we-bought-a-zoo-2011

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

We Bought a Zoo is a film first released in 2011. Catalogued under Drama, Comedy, Family. Produced and broadcast by Dune Entertainment, Estrella Media, Vinyl Films. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A widower revives a struggling zoo to rebuild his family."

### Why Watch
- Emotional family dynamics
- Charming zoo setting
- Blend of humor and drama

### Caveats & Content Note
- Familiar family-rebuilding tropes may feel predictable
- Tone & Suitability: Rated PG, the film is suitable for most families with mild emotional themes.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: family, dramedy, heartfelt, uplifting

## Streaming Availability Matrix

Direct streaming licensing updates dynamically. Consult the live tracking interface at https://www.archytele.com/show/we-bought-a-zoo-2011#watch.

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Cameron Crowe
- **Networks / Studios**: Dune Entertainment, Estrella Media, Vinyl Films

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Matt Damon** as *Benjamin Mee*
- **Scarlett Johansson** as *Kelly Foster*
- **Thomas Haden Church** as *Duncan Mee*
- **Colin Ford** as *Dylan Mee*
- **Maggie Elizabeth Jones** as *Rosie Mee*
- **Angus Macfadyen** as *Peter MacCready*
- **Elle Fanning** as *Lily Miska*
- **Patrick Fugit** as *Robin Jones*
- **John Michael Higgins** as *Walter Ferris*
- **Carla Gallo** as *Rhonda Blair*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the main premise of the film?
It follows Benjamin, a widower who buys a house that includes a zoo and works to revive it for his family.

### Q: Who is the film's target audience?
The film is presented as a drama, comedy, and family movie, aimed at general audiences.

### Q: How long is the movie?
The runtime is about 2 hours and 4 minutes.

### Q: What is the film's rating?
It is rated PG in the United States.

### Q: When was the film released?
It was released in the United States on November 26, 2011.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [We Bought a Zoo — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/74465)
- [Koupili jsme ZOO [We Bought a Zoo] (2011): Obsazení, herci…](https://www.kinobox.cz/film/305312-koupili-jsme-zoo/tvurci)

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