Night at the Museum

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  • Opened December 22, 2006 
  • 1 hr 48 min
  • PG | mild action, language and brief rude humor

  • Parents: Common Sense Media says OK for kids 7+. More on child suitability

  • A night watchman (Ben Stiller) at a museum of natural history makes a startling discovery. Thanks to the unleashing of an ancient Egyptian curse, the museum's animals, birds, bugs and other exhibits spring to life after the building closes. Former President Teddy Roosevelt (Robin Williams) is among those the hapless guard encounters. Based on the book by Milan Trenc. Full synopsis

  • Cast: Ben Stiller, Carla Gugino, Dick Van Dyke, Mickey Rooney, Bill Cobbs, Jake Cherry, Ricky Gervais, Robin Williams
  • Director: Shawn Levy
  • Genres: Action/Adventure, Comedy, Sci-Fi/Fantasy

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San Francisco Chronicle
| Ruthe Stein

For all its dazzling computer-generated sequences, "Museum'' wouldn't be nearly the delight it is without the talents of some of the best comedians in the business. Read full review

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The Globe and Mail (Toronto)
| Stephen Cole

A fantastic holiday toy that, amazingly enough, doesn't require batteries. Read full review

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Boston Globe
| Ty Burr

Stuffed with smart performers doing graciously silly work, and all Levy has to do is manage traffic. Read full review

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Ben Stiller meets 'mini' Owen Wilson in "Night at the Museum."