The Lorax (2012)
The Lorax is streaming in Canada on Amazon Prime Video.
The verdict
The Lorax earns its keep as a steady English film that knows its audience. It's sitting at 6.5/10 on TMDB across 3,994 ratings, which puts it around the middle of the pack. At a brisk 86 minutes, it slots easily into a weeknight. In Canada you can stream it on Amazon Prime Video.
Should you spend 86 minutes on it?
86 minutes of English animation, leaning family, fine for the whole family. Tight enough that it's an easy yes if you're undecided.
- Why
- 6.5/10 from 3,994 ratings — well received so far, on a modest sample.
- Skip if
- you want live action tonight
- Best for
- A family evening that doesn't run late
Story
A 12-year-old boy searches for the one thing that will enable him to win the affection of the girl of his dreams. To find it he must discover the story of the Lorax, the grumpy yet charming creature who fights to protect his world.
Good to know
| Runtime | 1h 26m — short |
| Watch with family? | G · Yes — family friendly |
| Genre | Animation / Family |
| Language | English |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Director
Chris Renaud
Cast
Where to watch in Canada
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Availability as of Sep 26, 2026 — platforms may change over time.
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