Monster Trucks (2017)

Monster Trucks (2017) – Movie Overview

Directed by: Chris Wedge
Genre: Action, Adventure, Comedy, Family, Sci-Fi
Running Time: 104 minutes
Release Date: January 13, 2017 (USA)
Production Companies: Paramount Animation, Nickelodeon Movies, Disruption Entertainment
Language: English
Rating: PG


Plot Summary:

Monster Trucks tells the story of Tripp Coley, a high school senior living in a small town who dreams of escaping his life by building a monster truck out of scrap parts. His ordinary world is turned upside down when he discovers a strange, friendly subterranean creature who loves speed and can power Tripp’s homemade truck.

This creature—later named Creech—escaped from an oil-drilling site owned by a greedy energy company, Terravex, that accidentally uncovered a hidden ecosystem of intelligent life deep beneath the Earth's surface. Now, Creech is on the run, and Terravex wants to capture him to keep their discovery a secret.

Tripp teams up with Meredith, a smart and kind classmate, to protect Creech and help him return to his family. Along the way, they are pursued by Terravex’s enforcers, leading to wild chases, heartwarming moments, and exciting action scenes involving monster trucks powered by Creech himself.

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Main Cast:

  • Lucas Till as Tripp Coley

  • Jane Levy as Meredith

  • Rob Lowe as Reece Tenneson (CEO of Terravex)

  • Danny Glover as Mr. Weathers

  • Amy Ryan as Cindy Coley (Tripp’s mom)

  • Barry Pepper as Sheriff Rick (Meredith's father)

  • Thomas Lennon as Jim Dowd (Terravex scientist)


Themes and Style:

  • Friendship and Loyalty: The bond between Tripp and Creech is central to the story.

  • Environmental Awareness: The film explores the consequences of reckless drilling and corporate greed.

  • Coming-of-Age: Tripp’s journey reflects a teen trying to find his place and take responsibility.

Despite being a film targeted mainly at younger audiences, Monster Trucks includes enough humor, heart, and action to appeal to families. Its blend of live-action and CGI makes the creatures visually engaging and fun.


Reception:

Monster Trucks received mixed to negative reviews from critics. While praised for its family-friendly message and creature design, it was criticized for its predictable plot and lack of originality. The film was a box office disappointment, reportedly losing Paramount over $100 million, but has since gained a modest fan following among kids and families who enjoy creature-based adventure stories.

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Fun Fact:

The concept for Monster Trucks was inspired by a 4-year-old child’s idea during a studio brainstorming session!