The third installment of the highly-successful franchise stars the recurring voices of Ben Stiller, Chris Rock, Jada Pinkett Smith, David Schwimmer, Sacha Baron Cohen, and the new voices of Jessica Chastain, Bryan Cranston, and Frances McDormand. Stuck in Africa, Alex, Marty, Gloria, and Melman want to return to the Central Park Zoo, but the penguins have taken the only way to get back home -- the plane -- to Monte Carlo. Along with lemurs Julien, Maurice, and Mort, the animals make their way to Europe, but when there, they run into unexpected trouble. Soon they find themselves the most wanted animals in the continent, and find refuge in the unlikeliest of places -- a faltering animal circus, where they learn the true meaning of "home." I'm a big sucker for these films; I've had a soft spot for these animals, especially Julien, for years. But as it happens with most series, the films get gradually worse. This one is still very funny and enjoyable, though; it just doesn't compare to the outstanding original. But it does deliver plenty of laughs.
Should you see it: Yes
Grade: B
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