The Croods (franchise)

The Croods is a media franchise created by DreamWorks Animation, originating with the 2013 animated film The Croods. The franchise centers around the prehistoric Crood family as they navigate a changing and dangerous world.

The core of the franchise consists of:

• The Croods (2013): The original film, which follows the Crood family as they are forced to leave their cave after it is destroyed, meeting a more advanced human, Guy, along the way. They learn to adapt and embrace new technologies and ways of life.

• Dawn of the Croods (2015-2017): A 2D animated television series that served as a prequel to the film. The series depicts the Croods encountering various creatures and situations while still living in their valley.

• The Croods: A New Age (2020): A sequel film in which the Croods encounter a more evolved and technologically advanced family, the Bettermans. The two families initially clash but eventually learn to cooperate to survive a common threat.

The franchise is characterized by its themes of family, adaptation, embracing change, and overcoming fear. It is targeted towards a family audience and features humor, adventure, and heartwarming moments. The Croods franchise has also expanded to include merchandise, video games, and other related media.