Trolls (2016)
Film · Adventure, Animation, Comedy, Family, Fantasy
Stream itif you enjoy high-energy jukebox musicals and vivid, candy-coloured animation designed for pure family entertainment.
A neon-colored explosion of pop music and relentless optimism designed to lift the spirits of viewers of all ages. It is a high-energy, candy-coated adventure that favors joy and catchy tunes over complex narrative depth.
What it is about
After the monstrous Bergens invade Troll Village, Princess Poppy, the happiest Troll ever born, and overly-cautious, curmudgeonly outcast Branch set off on a journey to rescue her friends. Their mission is full of adventure and mishaps, as this mismatched duo try to tolerate each other long enough to get the job done.
Trailer
What Trolls is like, and who it is for
What it is like to watch
Watching this is like being immersed in a neon-soaked, felt-textured celebration. The pace is frantic, driven by a constant pulse of pop hits and choreographed dance sequences that rarely let up for breath. It is visually loud, favouring bright primary colours and glittery textures that make every scene feel like a physical craft project brought to life through energetic CG animation.
Who it is for, and who should skip it
This is perfect for families with young children or anyone seeking an unapologetically cheerful distraction from reality. It leans heavily on slapstick and puns, so those who prefer their animated stories with a bit of Pixar-style emotional grit or narrative complexity may find it exhausting. The caveat is that the optimism is relentless, which can feel somewhat grating if you are not in the mood for its sugary tone.
The right evening for it
It suits a weekend afternoon or an early evening when you want something light, loud, and rhythmic. It is the cinematic equivalent of a birthday party, ideal for keeping spirits high without requiring deep concentration.
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Teaser
Teaser · Official Teaser #1
How Trolls leaves you
One line on the mood it ends on, with no plot. Some people count that as a spoiler, so it stays hidden until you ask.
You will likely come away humming pop covers and feeling a sugary rush of simple, uncomplicated joy that lingers like a persistent catchy melody.
How Trolls ends
Spoilers. The whole ending, in a few lines. Nothing shows until you ask and then confirm.
After the Trolls are captured and turn gray with despair, Branch sings to comfort them, restoring their colours and his own. Bridget, the scullery maid, secretly releases the Trolls, but Poppy and her friends return to the castle to save Bridget from punishment. They reveal that Bridget and King Gristle Jr. are in love, proving to the Bergens that happiness comes from within rather than from eating Trolls. The Bergens and Trolls celebrate together, ending their feud. King Peppy crowns Poppy as the new Queen, while the treacherous Creek and the banished Chef are sent away on a flaming cart.
The film ends with the serving cart carrying Chef and Creek rolling into the wilderness, where they are both eaten by a large predator. The resolution settles the long-standing conflict between the two species, replacing the tradition of Trollstice with a new era of peaceful co-existence and internal happiness.
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Stills
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More clips
Clip · Why Won't Branch Sing?
Trolls soundtrack
Music by Christophe Beck
Awards
Awards and nominationsShow
- Nominated: Kids' Choice Award for Favorite Animated Movie · 2017
- Nominated: Critics' Choice Movie Award for Best Animated Feature · 2016
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Questions people ask
- Is Trolls a feel-good film?
- Yes. On Watchlist Boosted it is tagged Feel-Good, with a funny streak. A neon-colored explosion of pop music and relentless optimism designed to lift the spirits of viewers of all ages. It is a high-energy, candy-coated adventure that favors joy and catchy tunes over complex narrative depth.
- How long is Trolls?
- Trolls runs 92 min and was released in 2016.
- Where can I watch Trolls in the UK?
- In the UK, Trolls is included with Sky Go, Now TV.
- Who composed the music for Trolls?
- The music for Trolls is by Christophe Beck.
- Is Trolls worth watching?
- Stream it: if you enjoy high-energy jukebox musicals and vivid, candy-coloured animation designed for pure family entertainment. IMDb users rate it 6.4 out of 10 from 102,506 votes, Rotten Tomatoes gives it 76%, Metacritic 55 and TMDB users 6.6.
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