Ernest & Celestine (2012)
Kernel Score: 89% · 663 ratings · Rated PG
Genres: Animation, Family, Adventure, Crime
Released: 2012-12-12
Runtime: 80 minutes
Where to watch Ernest & Celestine
- Free with ads: Kanopy, Tubi
- Rent: Apple TV, Fandango At Home
- Buy: Apple TV, Fandango At Home
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
Celestine is a little mouse trying to avoid a dental career while Ernest is a big bear craving an artistic outlet. When Celestine meets Ernest, they overcome their natural enmity by forging a life of crime together.
Ernest & Celestine parents' guide: all ages
Parents need to know that this PG animated family film follows a mouse and bear who form an unlikely friendship despite prejudice between their species.
- Violence & scariness: A little — Mild cartoon peril including a trial scene; no significant violence.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official PG rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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- Zootopia 2 (2025) — 93%
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Director
Cast
- Anne-Marie Loop as La Grise (voice)
- Lambert Wilson as Ernest (voice)
- Pauline Brunner as Célestine (voice)
- Patrice Melennec as Georges (voice)
- Brigitte Virtudes as Lucienne (voice)
- Léonard Louf as Léon (voice)
- Dominique Maurin as Chef de Clinique (voice)
- Féodor Atkine as Juge Grizzly (voice)
- Vincent Grass as Chef de la police des Ours (voice)
- Patrice Dozier as Chef de la police des Rats (voice)
Ernest & Celestine FAQ
Is Ernest & Celestine good?
Ernest & Celestine has an 89% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 663 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Ernest & Celestine?
In the US you can watch it free with ads on Kanopy and Tubi and rent it from Apple TV and Fandango At Home.
Is Ernest & Celestine OK for kids?
Ernest & Celestine is rated PG. Fresh Kernels suggests all ages. Parents need to know that this PG animated family film follows a mouse and bear who form an unlikely friendship despite prejudice between their species.
What movies are like Ernest & Celestine?
If you liked Ernest & Celestine, try Zootopia, The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse, Scoob! and The Gruffalo.