Back to the Coop, A Classic Returns
On November 9 and 12, 2025, Chicken Run is once again winging its way into theaters. Universal Pictures and DreamWorks Pictures have announced a special limited re-release to celebrate the stop-motion adventure’s 25th anniversary.
Directed by Peter Lord and Nick Park, the film follows the plucky hen Ginger and her fellow chickens as they plot a daring escape from the Tweedy chicken farm, aided by the cocky American rooster Rocky.
Chicken Run
Why It Still Matters
Even after a quarter century, Chicken Run holds a special place in animation history. Upon its original release in 2000, the film was a critical and commercial hit, it remains the highest-grossing stop-motion animated movie of all time. Its mix of witty humor, handcrafted clay animation, and heartfelt themes of freedom and survival gave it broad appeal across generations.
What Fans Are Saying This Time Around
Fan reaction to the re-release has been warm. On Reddit, many longtime viewers say they’re excited for another big-screen experience. One user wrote that Chicken Run was “one of the greats” of their childhood and that seeing it again feels like revisiting a beloved friend. (Reddit) Others expressed nostalgia and hope that the anniversary screening might come to their local theaters.
While there are no wide reports yet on box-office numbers or audience scores from the re-release, the ongoing online chatter makes it clear that the film still resonates strongly, especially for those who grew up with it.
Remembering the Sequel: Dawn of the Nugget
The 2025 re-release also brings renewed attention to the sequel, Chicken Run: Dawn of the Nugget, which landed on Netflix in 2023. That film continues the story of the iconic flock, and its existence helps fuel interest in seeing the original on the big screen again.
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A Legacy Worth Celebrating
This 25th-anniversary run is more than just a re-screening. It’s a chance for fans, both new and old, to appreciate the ingenuity of Aardman’s stop-motion craft in a theatrical setting, something that feels increasingly rare in the streaming age. For many, seeing Chicken Run again is a celebration of how timeless animated storytelling can be.
