The Croods 2013 [patched] May 2026

Set in a fictional prehistoric era known as the "Croodaceous" period, the story follows the Crood family, led by the overprotective patriarch, Grug (voiced by Nicolas Cage). Grug’s life philosophy is simple: He keeps his family—wife Ugga, grandmother Gran, and children Thunk, Sandy, and the rebellious Eep (Emma Stone)—stuck inside a dark cave most of the time to protect them from the dangerous creatures outside.

brings a surprising amount of vulnerability to Grug, making him a sympathetic figure rather than just a stubborn father. the croods 2013

The chemistry between the leads is a major reason the film works. Set in a fictional prehistoric era known as