Vivo

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Vivo

PG

2021

1h 38m

Kids & Family

Musical

Comedy

Animation

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From Netflix and Sony Pictures AnimaFrom Netflix and Sony Pictures Animation -- the studio that brought you Oscar winner Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse and this year's critically acclaimed blockbuster The Mitchells vs. The Machines -- comes Vivo, an animated musical adventure featuring all-new songs from Lin-Manuel Miranda, the Tony, Grammy, and Pulitzer Prize-winning creator of Hamilton and In the Heights. Vivo follows a one-of-kind kinkajou (aka a rainforest "honey bear," voiced by Miranda), who spends his days playing music to the crowds in a lively square with his beloved owner Andrés (Buena Vista Social Club's Juan de Marcos). Though they may not speak the same language, Vivo and Andrés are the perfect duo through their common love of music. But when tragedy strikes shortly after Andrés receives a letter from the famous Marta Sandoval (three-time Grammy-winning Latin pop legend Gloria Estefan), inviting her old partner to her farewell concert with the hope of reconnecting, it's up to Vivo to deliver a message that Andrés never could: A love letter to Marta, written long ago, in the form of a song. Yet in order to get to Marta, who lives a world apart, Vivo will need the help of Gabi (newcomer Ynairaly Simo) -- an energetic tween who bounces to the beat of her own offbeat drum to fulfill his owner's wishes.

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Critics Consensus

Vivo offers few surprises, but this attractively animated adventure is enlivened by the catchy songs contributed by star Lin-Manuel Miranda.

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Nicholas Barber

BBC.com

Aug 13, 2021

A warm, colourful, family-friendly tribute to all things Cuban directed by Kirk DeMicco.

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Mark Feeney

Boston Globe

Aug 12, 2021

2.5/4

Last year's biggest animated feature was Pixar's "Soul." The best thing about it was a rare feeling for music, an ability to express jazz visually and rhythmically. At times, "Vivo" does the same even better for Latin music.

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Brad Newsome

Sydney Morning Herald

Aug 11, 2021

Vivo himself has charm and a delightfully kinetic scamper to go with themes of love and loss.

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Francesca Steele

iNews.co.uk

Dec 10, 2024

4/5

Vivo is a charming creature, but it is his pairing with the indomitable Gabi that really makes their adventures through the Everglades memorable, forming an edgy but tender ensemble as they meet the bright lights of Miami.

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Juanma Fernández París

El Nuevo Día (Puerto Rico)

Dec 6, 2023

... The should of this movie is expressed through its compositions. [Full review in Spanish]

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Tyler Strandberg

InSession Film

Jul 19, 2023

C+

Vivo is a fun little journey and a more light addition to Miranda’s library of work. It might be predictable or even forgettable, but it’s not a bad time either.

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Zachary S

@Zach154 Oct 17, 2026

The kiddo wanted to watch this film so I threw it on. Overall it was a solid film with come catching songs which was expected from Lin Manuel Miranda.

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Tishaun J

@RT08966031 Aug 21, 2026

it was good and I like Gabi a lot.

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Easton B

@Ebmoviemaster2026 Aug 13, 2026

ONE OF THE BEST NETFLIX ORIGINALS AND A TOP 3 SONY ANIMATED MOVIE ONLY RIGHT BEHIND THE SPIDER VERSE MOVIES🎵🪇!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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diogo13 T

@Tua_mera Jul 15, 2026

Visually stunning, but with a predictable and soulless script.

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Jorge M

@GeorgeJMartinozzi Jun 17, 2026

Vivo is an absolutley charming adventure from start to finish. The animation is vibrant, the music is incredibely catchy, and the story has a warmth that sneaks up on you when you least expect it. The film balances humor, heart, and adventure really well, and the emotional moments landed much harder than I thought they would. It's colorful, energetic, and full of personality. By the end, I was smiling ear to ear and humming the songs long after the credits ended.

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PYRO I

@RT51823531 Jun 15, 2026

People like the movie for Min-Manuel Miranda, but I like the animation and the latin music. The way that it goes from a tragedy to an adventurous to a heartwarming ending is beautiful. If you're a fan of fast paced Latin songs and slow, heart warming songs, I feel like this would be a great movie to watch (or listen to the OST of Spotify or Youtube) but, id say give it chance and if you enjoy it, then cool! If not then, thats fine!

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From Netflix and Sony Pictures AnimaFrom Netflix and Sony Pictures Animation -- the studio that brought you Oscar winner Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse and this year's critically acclaimed blockbuster The Mitchells vs. The Machines -- comes Vivo, an animated musical adventure featuring all-new songs from Lin-Manuel Miranda, the Tony, Grammy, and Pulitzer Prize-winning creator of Hamilton and In the Heights. Vivo follows a one-of-kind kinkajou (aka a rainforest "honey bear," voiced by Miranda), who spends his days playing music to the crowds in a lively square with his beloved owner Andrés (Buena Vista Social Club's Juan de Marcos). Though they may not speak the same language, Vivo and Andrés are the perfect duo through their common love of music. But when tragedy strikes shortly after Andrés receives a letter from the famous Marta Sandoval (three-time Grammy-winning Latin pop legend Gloria Estefan), inviting her old partner to her farewell concert with the hope of reconnecting, it's up to Vivo to deliver a message that Andrés never could: A love letter to Marta, written long ago, in the form of a song. Yet in order to get to Marta, who lives a world apart, Vivo will need the help of Gabi (newcomer Ynairaly Simo) -- an energetic tween who bounces to the beat of her own offbeat drum to fulfill his owner's wishes.

Director: Kirk DeMicco
Producer: Lisa Stewart, Michelle L.M. Wong, Rich Moore
Screenwriter: Kirk DeMicco, Quiara Alegría Hudes
Production Co: Columbia Pictures, One Cool Film Production, Sony Pictures Animation
Rating: PG (Some Thematic Elements|Mild Action)
Genre: Kids & Family, Musical, Comedy, Animation
Original Language: English
Release Date (Streaming): Aug 6, 2021
Runtime: 1h 38m
Sound Mix: Dolby Digital
Aspect Ratio: Scope (2.35:1)

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