: Largely negative, with a 31% on Rotten Tomatoes . Many felt the human subplots involving Michael Peña and Colin Jost overshadowed the titular duo.
: Received a much warmer "A–" CinemaScore , praised by families for its nostalgic slapstick and visual charm. The 1992 Experiment: "Tom and Jerry Talk" Tom & Jerry - Il film
: Despite a simultaneous release on HBO Max during the pandemic, it was a financial success, grossing $136.5 million worldwide against a $50–$79 million budget. : Largely negative, with a 31% on Rotten Tomatoes
The legacy of the iconic cat-and-mouse duo on the big screen is defined by two major theatrical attempts to translate their short-form chaos into feature-length stories. While both films struggled to capture the "anarchic spirit" of the original 1940s shorts, they remain notable milestones in the franchise's 80-year evolution. The 2021 Hybrid: A Modern Big Apple Chase The 1992 Experiment: "Tom and Jerry Talk" :
Directed by , the 2021 film Tom & Jerry (often released as Tom & Jerry: Il film ) blends live-action with "Roger Rabbit-style" stylized 3D animation designed to mimic vintage 2D aesthetics.