Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile
He knows every scale.
Overview
When the Primm family moves to New York City, their young son Josh struggles to adapt to his new school and new friends. All of that changes when he discovers Lyle — a singing crocodile who loves baths, caviar and great music — living in the attic of his new home. But when Lyle’s existence is threatened by evil neighbor Mr. Grumps, the Primms must band together to show the world that family can come from the most unexpected places.
Backdrop
What makes this movie Worth Watching
The film is an adaptation of the popular children's book series 'The Adventures of Lyle, the Crocodile,' first published in 1965 by Bernard Waber. The movie marks a return to family-friendly musical films and revives interest in this beloved character.
- The film offers a heartwarming story about friendship and acceptance, which will resonate with audiences of all ages.
- Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile showcases impressive animation that brings the beloved children's character to life in a visually stunning way.
- Sharon Stone, Javier Bardem, and Constance Wu deliver charming performances that add depth and humor to the movie.
Fun Facts
- In the movie, Lyle sings an original song titled 'Crazy,' written by Rob Marshall and Marc Shaiman, who also composed the film's score.
- The production designer, John Myhre, incorporated elements from the original book illustrations into the film's sets to stay true to the source material.
- The character of Lyle was voiced by singer-songwriter Leslie Odom Jr., who is known for his roles in Hamilton and Murder on the Orient Express.