Tom and Jerry's Giant Adventure
Tom and Jerry's Giant Adventure
Tom and Jerry are the faithful servants of Jack, the owner of a struggling storybook amusement park that gets a much-needed boost thanks to some mysterious magical beans
Manuel Frangis reviewedApril 16, 2025
I just watched Tom and Jerry’s Giant Adventure, and I give it 4 out of 5 stars. This one brought me right back to being a kid. It has that classic Tom and Jerry chaos we all love, but with a new twist — this time, they’re in a full-blown fairy tale. It’s colorful, silly, and packed with the kind of slapstick action that never gets old. It’s not the best in the series, but it’s a fun and charming adventure that still feels true to what makes Tom and Jerry so great.
The story is a wild reimagining of Jack and the Beanstalk, with Tom and Jerry getting caught up in a magical world above the clouds. They start out at a struggling amusement park, which already feels like a sweet little throwback to those old-timey fun fairs, and after some classic chasing and chaos, they end up in a fantasy land full of giants, golden geese, talking trees, and a ton of other over-the-top characters. It’s definitely not a simple plot, but it’s fun watching it all play out.
Tom and Jerry themselves are just as iconic as ever. They do not speak, which I was happy about — because let’s be real, these two are at their best when they’re throwing pies, chasing each other, and getting launched into the sky. Their physical comedy is still the highlight. It’s funny, exaggerated, and super expressive. You know exactly what they’re thinking without them saying a word, and that’s always been part of their charm.
The animation is bright and energetic. Everything has that modern CGI look, but it still feels cartoony enough to work. The character designs are cute, the fantasy world is imaginative, and the colors pop in every scene. There are a few moments where the animation feels a little too digital, but it’s nothing that ruins the experience. It still looks good and keeps everything moving at a quick, fun pace.
There are some human characters in the mix, including Jack, who’s trying to save the park, and a few other over-the-top villains and side characters that add some flavor to the story. They’re fine, and they help carry the plot forward, but let’s be honest — we’re here for Tom and Jerry. Every time they’re on screen, it’s a blast. The giant world gives them a bunch of new stuff to mess with, and the gags they come up with are actually pretty clever.
The humor is mostly aimed at kids, but there’s a good amount of timeless jokes too. Whether it’s a frying pan to the face or an out-of-control roller coaster, the movie sticks to the classic Tom and Jerry formula — and it works. There are even a few little emotional moments tucked in there, which surprised me. Nothing super deep, but just enough to give it some heart.
I give Tom and Jerry’s Giant Adventure 4 out of 5 stars because it’s a fun, family-friendly movie that keeps the spirit of Tom and Jerry alive while giving them a fresh, fairy-tale setting. It’s silly, colorful, and packed with classic cartoon action. It’s not groundbreaking, but it’s exactly what it needs to be a good time. Overall Tom and Jerry’s Giant Adventure is a lighthearted, playful ride that blends classic characters with a magical new world. It made me laugh, reminded me why I love these two, and gave me that cozy, Saturday morning cartoon feeling.