The film grossed $746.9 million worldwide against a $145 million budget, making it the highest-grossing entry in the Madagascar franchise.
The film features returning stars and notable new additions to the ensemble: Voice Actor Role Description Ben Stiller A lion and the group's leader Marty Chris Rock A plains zebra and Alex's best friend Melman David Schwimmer A hypochondriac reticulated giraffe Gloria Jada Pinkett Smith A strong-willed hippopotamus Captain Chantel DuBois Frances McDormand The villainous animal control officer Vitaly Bryan Cranston A Russian Siberian tiger and former circus star Gia Jessica Chastain An Italian jaguar and Alex's love interest Stefano Martin Short An enthusiastic Italian sea lion King Julien XIII Sacha Baron Cohen The self-proclaimed king of the lemurs Skipper Tom McGrath The leader of the penguins Production and Reception The film grossed $746
is a 2012 computer-animated adventure comedy film and the third installment in the Madagascar franchise. Released theatrically in the United States on June 8, 2012 , the movie follows the main quartet as they travel across Europe with a circus to evade a relentless animal control officer and return to New York City. Plot Summary Plot Summary The score was composed by Hans
The score was composed by Hans Zimmer , and the soundtrack prominently featured the song "Firework" by Katy Perry during its climactic circus performances. For more detailed production history or franchise news,
It received generally positive reviews, holding a 78% rating on Rotten Tomatoes . Critics praised its vibrant animation and humor, with many noting it as a rare sequel that surpassed its predecessors in energy.
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Alex, Marty, Melman, and Gloria travel to Monte Carlo to find the penguins and chimpanzees, but their presence triggers a pursuit by , the fanatical head of animal control. To escape, the animals hide within a struggling traveling circus. By reinventing the show with high-energy acts, they eventually reach New York, only to realize that their true home and sense of belonging have shifted toward their new life with the circus. Voice Cast