Puss in Boots: The Last Wish

Puss in Boots returns to the screen with a darker, more personal stakes after burning through eight of his nine lives. The charismatic cat finds himself facing mortality for the first time and sets out on an epic quest to find the mythical Last Wish that could restore his remaining life. Director Joel Crawford steers this DreamWorks Animation feature with a blend of high-stakes adventure and genuine emotional weight. Antonio Banderas reprises his iconic role as the titular hero, joined by Salma Hayek Pinault as the thief Kitty Softpaws and Florence Pugh as Goldilocks, the leader of a trio of bears. Harvey Guillén adds comic relief as Perrito, a golden retriever who just wants a home. The film arrived in theaters on December 7, 2022, with a budget of $90 million. It resonated strongly with audiences and critics alike, earning over $484 million globally and securing an impressive rating above 8.2 from thousands of voters. This spin-off balances family-friendly comedy with a mature exploration of fear and what it means to truly live.[edit]