IMDb 5.8 2005 HD

Kronk’s New Groove

Kronk’s New Groove

2005
Animation Comedy Family
75 min G USA
6.412 / 10
5.8 IMDB

Kronk, now chef and Head Delivery Boy of Mudka's Meat Hut, is fretting over the upcoming visit of his father. Kronk's father always disapproved of young Kronk's culinary…

Personnel // Cast & Crew

Director Saul Blinkoff / Elliot M. Bour / Robin Steele / Helen O'Flynn / Lynn Singer / Nick Yates
Starring
Patrick Warburton / Tracey Ullman / Eartha Kitt / David Spade / John Goodman / Wendie Malick / John Mahoney / John Fiedler

How Viewers Describe This Film

Common themes and sentiments

charming predictable funny earnest lighthearted familiar good-natured amusing decent enjoyable

Reviews

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Isabelle Dubois
May 7, 2026
3.5 / 5
3.5

This animated feature wisely expands the universe by focusing on the perpetually good-hearted Kronk. The narrative’s core, a son’s desire for his father’s approval, is handled with a light, comedic touch that suits the character perfectly. Patrick Warburton’s…

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Jasper Finch
May 7, 2026
2.5 / 5
2.5

While 'Kronk's New Groove' offers a chance to revisit a fan-favourite character, it struggles to forge a compelling identity of its own. The premise, revolving around Kronk's desire to meet his father's expectations, feels somewhat rehashed. Patrick Warburton’s…

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Penelope Cartwright
May 7, 2026
4.0 / 5
4.0

Kronk's journey into his own narrative is a delightful surprise. The film excels by leaning into the character's inherent charm and the comedic potential of his familial struggles. Patrick Warburton delivers a masterclass in voice acting, making Kronk's…

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Arthur Pendelton
May 7, 2026
3.0 / 5
3.0

This spin-off attempts to recapture the magic of its predecessor by placing the spotlight squarely on the lovable oaf, Kronk. The narrative, driven by Kronk's anxieties over his father's impending visit and his father's traditionalist views, provides ample…

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Eleanor Vance
May 7, 2026
3.5 / 5
3.5

Patrick Warburton's return as Kronk is the undeniable anchor of this animated outing. The film wisely centres on his endearing, if somewhat dim, persona, exploring his paternal pressures with a familiar comedic touch. While the plot itself treads…

FAQs

Beneath the surface-level comedy, the film explores the universal theme of seeking parental approval and the courage it takes to forge one's own path. Kronk's internal conflict highlights the pressure to conform to expectations versus the desire for personal fulfilment. It subtly touches upon the importance of embracing one's true passions, even when they don't align with familial ideals, offering a gentle message about self-discovery.