Garfield: A Tail of Two Kitties facts for kids

Garfield: A Tail of Two Kitties is a fun animated comedy movie from 2006. It's about everyone's favorite lazy cat, Garfield! The movie was directed by Tim Hill and produced by John Davis, Michele Imperato, and Brian Manis. It first came out in North America on June 16, 2006. This film is a sequel, meaning it's the next adventure after Garfield: The Movie. While some critics didn't love it, many fans still enjoy Garfield's antics in this movie.

What is Garfield: A Tail of Two Kitties About?

This movie takes Garfield and his owner, Jon Arbuckle, on an exciting trip to London, England. Jon wants to propose to his girlfriend, Liz, who is a veterinarian. Garfield and Odie, the dog, secretly tag along for the adventure.

A Royal Mix-Up

In London, Garfield accidentally switches places with a royal cat named Prince. Prince looks exactly like Garfield! Prince lives in a grand castle called Carlyle Castle. He is the heir to a huge estate. This means he is supposed to inherit everything from his owner, the recently passed Lady Eleanor.

The Evil Lord Dargis

Lady Eleanor's nephew, Lord Dargis, is a very greedy man. He wants to get rid of Prince so he can inherit the castle and all the money himself. He tries many tricky ways to get rid of Prince. Meanwhile, Garfield is living the luxurious life of a royal cat in the castle. He enjoys all the fancy food and attention.

Prince's New Life

At the same time, Prince finds himself living with Jon and Liz. He experiences the normal life of a housecat. He learns about things like eating regular cat food and sleeping in a normal bed. Both cats learn a lot from their new, unexpected lives.

Will They Switch Back?

Eventually, Jon and Liz realize that the cat they have is not their Garfield. They start to look for the real Garfield. The movie becomes a race against time. They need to find Garfield and help Prince before Lord Dargis can carry out his evil plans. It's a funny and exciting story about mistaken identity and friendship.

Who Are the Main Characters?

The movie features a mix of live-action actors and animated characters. Here are some of the main characters you'll see:

• Bill Murray as Garfield (voice): The famous, lazy, lasagna-loving cat.
• Tim Curry as Prince (voice): The royal cat who looks just like Garfield.
• Billy Connolly as Lord Dargis: The villain who wants to take over the castle.
• Breckin Meyer as Jon Arbuckle: Garfield's kind but often confused owner.
• Matthew Lillard as Edward Arbuckle: Jon's brother.
• Jennifer Love Hewitt as Dr. Liz Wilson: Jon's girlfriend and a veterinarian.
• Bob Hoskins as Winston (Voice): A friendly bulldog who helps Prince.
• Ian Abercrombie as Smithee: Lord Dargis's butler.
• Roger Rees as Mr. Hobbs: Another character from the castle.
• Lucy Davis as Ms. Abby Westminister: A castle employee.
• Rhys Ifans as McBunny (Voice): A rabbit friend of Prince.
• Oliver Muirhead as Mr. Greene: Another character.
• Vinnie Jones as Rommel (Voice): A guard dog at the castle.
• Joe Pasquale as Claudius (Voice): A parrot friend of Prince.

Odie, Jon's dog, is played by a real dog in the movie. Garfield and Prince are animated using computer graphics.

When Did the Movie Come Out?

Garfield: A Tail of Two Kitties was first released in North America on June 16, 2006. After that, it was shown in many other countries around the world throughout the summer and fall of 2006.

See also

In Spanish: Garfield 2 para niños