Saurus City

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Saurus City
Directed byNathan Smith
Written byNathan Smith
Produced by
  • Brad Johnson
  • Cynthia Lagow
  • Ron Brough
Starring
Music byJames Schafer
Production
companies
  • Suspended Animation Studios
  • Infinity Rising
  • 405 Productions
  • Bonfire Entertainment
Release date
  • 15 May 2025 (2025-05-15)(Cannes)
Running time
83 minutes
CountryUnited States
LanguageEnglish

Saurus City is a 2025 American animated fantasy film written and directed by Nathan Smith. The film features an ensemble voice cast, including Ron Perlman, Emma Roberts, Dennis Quaid, Tim Meadows, Aimee Garcia and Julia Ormond. [1]

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Synopsis

When a grizzled knight is called upon to help a young lady in distress, he discovers the entire Dinosaur Kingdom is in danger and embarks on an epic journey, risking life and limb, to deliver the one thing that will save them all... a baby.

Cast

In addition, Shona Kay voices a Raptor Knight.

Production

The film began production in 2018, and received a $128,000 tax incentive from the state of Utah. [2] It uses stop-motion animation, 3D-printed components, and CGI enhancements.

Release

In May 2025, Archstone Entertainment acquired worldwide sales rights for the film. [3] It premiered at the Marché du Film in Cannes on May 15, 2025. [4]

References

  1. "Saurus City". Archstone Ent. 2025-05-01. Retrieved 2025-11-11.
  2. https://www.utah.gov/pmn/files/618369.pdf . Retrieved 2025-11-13.{{cite web}}: Missing or empty |title= (help)
  3. Lang, Brent (2025-05-05). "Archstone Entertainment Nabs Worldwide Rights to Ron Perlman, Emma Roberts, Dennis Quaid Animated Fantasy 'Saurus City' (EXCLUSIVE)". Variety. Retrieved 2025-11-11.
  4. "'Saurus City' Roars into Cannes with Stop-Motion Fantasy Adventure". Stop Motion Magazine. 2025-05-16. Retrieved 2025-11-13.