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“Up” is a heartwarming adventure film about an elderly man who fulfills his late wife’s dream by flying his house to a remote location with the help of a young boy and encounters unexpected challenges and friendships along the way.
Find out where to watch “Up” and prepare for a soaring adventure as an unlikely duo floats away in a house lifted by balloons, embarking on a journey filled with thrilling encounters as they pursue lifelong dreams and build unexpected friendships.
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What Is Up About?
“Up” tells the story of an elderly widower named Carl Fredricksen and a young Wilderness Explorer named Russell, who embark on a grand adventure together. The film begins with a heartwarming prologue that showcases Carl’s lifelong dream of exploring the world. He idolizes a famous explorer named Charles Muntz and dreams of following in his footsteps. Carl meets a spirited girl named Ellie, who shares his sense of adventure. They marry and plan to have their adventure. But life gets in the way, and they cannot fulfill their dreams. After Ellie passes away, Carl, now a grumpy older man, decides to honor his late wife’s wish of going to Paradise Falls, a remote location in South America that was their childhood dream.Â
Carl devises an unconventional plan to fulfill their dream by attaching thousands of helium-filled balloons to his house, turning it into a flying vessel. Unbeknownst to Carl, Russell, a Wilderness Explorer, unintentionally becomes a stowaway on the flying house. As the house soars through the sky, Carl and Russell encounter various challenges and meet peculiar characters, including a talking dog named Dug and a colorful bird named Kevin. They also meet with Charles Muntz, the once-admired explorer, who has become an embittered antagonist. Throughout the film, “Up” explores themes of adventure, love, loss, friendship, and the importance of embracing new experiences. It touches Upon the idea of finding joy in unexpected places and the significance of cherishing lifelong dreams and memories.
“Up” hit theaters in November 2009.
Who Are in the Cast and Production of Up?
Pixar Animation Studios created “Up” while Pete Docter directed the film. Docter co-wrote the screenplay with Bob Peterson. Docter is a highly-acclaimed filmmaker associated with several successful Pixar films, including “Monsters Inc.” and “Soul.” Here’s the main voice cast of “Up”:
- Ed Asner as Carl Fredricksen
- Jordan Nagai as Russell
- Christopher Plummer as Charles Muntz
- Bob Peterson as Dug and Alpha
- Delroy Lindo as Beta
- Jerome Ranft as Gamma
What is the Rating for Up?
“Up” is rated G in Canada. This means it is suitable for all ages. The content is considered appropriate for general audiences, including children.
How Many People Watch Up?
During its theatrical run, “Up” grossed over $735 million worldwide at the box office, indicating that many people went to theaters to watch the film. Additionally, “Up” likely enjoyed a large viewership through home media releases, digital platforms, and subsequent television broadcasts due to it being a highly acclaimed Pixar film.
How Are the Reviews for Up?
Critics’ responses to“Up” are overwhelmingly positive. Critics praised “Up” for its emotional depth, rich storytelling, captivating animation, and inventive premise. They lauded its ability to appeal to children and adults, tackling themes of love, loss, adventure, and the importance of pursuing the dream. The movie received an approval rating of 98% on Rotten Tomatoes, 8.3/10 on IMDb, and 88/100 on Metacritic. See what critics are saying about “Up”:
- “‘Up’ is extraordinary, an exciting, funny, and poignant adventure… It may be impossible to adequately describe how amazing the film’s animation is,” says Kenneth Turan from the Los Angeles Times.
- “‘Up’ is a marvel of wit, skill, and storytelling smarts. It hits you like a blast of pure enchantment. Pixar’s extraordinary 3D achievement will be the first animated feature ever to open the Cannes Film Festival. It’s that good,” says Peter Travers from Rolling Stone.
Where to Watch Up in Canada
“Up” is available on streaming services in Canada.
Is Up Available on Streaming?
Disney Plus
“Up” is exclusively streaming on Disney Plus. To watch the series on the platform, sign “Up” for an account and avail of the following subscription plans:
| Plan | Price |
| Monthly | CAD$11.99 |
| Annual | CAD$119.99 |
Disney Plus is also compatible with devices like smartphones, smart TVs, PCs, laptops, and tablets. Unfortunately, the platform does not support media players, TV web browsers, or game consoles.
“WALL-E” “Finding Nemo” “Tangled” and “Toy Story” are some of the must-see titles you can stream on Disney Plus. Original programming from studios like Marvel, Pixar, Star Wars, and National Geographic is also available on the streaming service
Is Up Available for Rent (VOD)?
You can buy or rent “Up” and be uplifted by its magical world on your screen. Just a heads “Up,” rented films are only available for a limited time.
| Platform | Rent | Purchase |
| iTunes | Not Available | CAD$9.99 |
| Google Play Store | CAD$4.99 | CAD$19.99 |
| Microsoft Store | CAD$4.99 | CAD$9.99 |
| Cineplex Store | CAD$4.99 | CAD$19.99 |
| YouTube | CAD$4.99 | CAD$19.99 |
| Amazon Video | CAD$4.99 | CAD$9.99 |
Is Up Available on Cable or Free TV?
“Up” is not airing on any cable channels or free-to-air televisions in Canada.
Should I Use a VPN to Watch Up?
There is no need to use a VPN since “Up” is readily available to stream on Disney Plus in Canada.
Embracing Adventure and New Experiences
“Up” encourages viewers to embrace adventure and step outside their comfort zones. It teaches that life is full of opportunities and unexpected experiences that can enrich our lives if we open ourselves up to them.
You can watch “Up” on Disney Plus and VOD services available in Canada.
