Summary
Paddington in Perupromises to be an exciting new addition to the much-loved franchise, but – judging by details teased in the trailer – the story may have some worrying similarities to an unsuccessful Disney release from 2021. Seven years on fromPaddington 2,Paddington in Peruis tearing up the series' rulebook, transposing the action from London to Peru as Paddington goes on a mission to find his missing Aunt Lucy. Despite being a bold new direction, there are elements of this set-up that echo a previous box office bomb, giving some fans cause for concern.
Perhaps unsurprisingly, given the gap between the two movies,Paddington in Perurepresents a big change fromPaddington2. Not only is the location changing, but the third installment in the trilogy is introducing a raft of new characters, includingOlivia Colman as the mysterious (and possibly villainous)Reverend Mother, and Antonio Banderas as Hunter Cabot. Additionally, the movie hasreplaced original Mrs. Brown actor Sally Hawkinswith newcomer Emily Mortimer. Such a raft of changes would be risky for any franchise movie. However, things are potentially more fraught forPaddington 3because of its similarities to an earlier failure.
Paddington In Peru: Everything You Should Know
Everyone’s favorite marmalade-loving bear Paddington returned to the big screen in 2025, and here’s everything to know about Paddington in Peru.
Paddington In Peru Looks Like Disney’s Jungle Cruise
Both Movies Share A Premise
While there aren’t many movies that can claim to feature an anthropomorphic bear adventuring in the Amazonian jungle,Paddington in Perunevertheless has some clear connections to a 2021 Disney release,Jungle Cruise. LikeJungle Cruise,Paddington 3will revolve around a group of travelers brought together by a dangerous quest using a boat to journey into the dark heart of the Amazon. Although the specifics of their mission may differ, there are enough similarities to warrant a comparison.
Released in 2021,Jungle Cruisestarred Dwayne Johnson, Emily Blunt, and Jack Whitehallas a main trio on a mission to find the mythical Tree of Life. Throughout their journey, the group not only comes across competing adventurers but also faces many natural obstacles – some of which appear not dissimilar to the sort of dangers showcased in thePaddington in Perutrailer. It seems unlikely thatPaddington in Peruwill shareJungle Cruise’s supernatural plot elements – nor its inspiration from a theme park ride. Nevertheless, the fact that it will also feature an adventurous boat trip up a river makes comparison inevitable.
Jungle Cruise Underwhelmed At The Box Office
Ordinarily, two movies with broadly similar premises released so close together wouldn’t necessarily spell disaster. However, what’s particularlyconcerning forPaddington in Peruis thatJungle Cruisemassively underwhelmed at the box office. Despite a generally positive critical reception (scoring a modest 63% on review aggregatorRotten Tomatoes),Jungle Cruisemade just $220 million at the global box office against a sizable budget of $200 million. Even after making an additional $66 million via Premier Access in its first 30 days (viaDeadline), the film still failed to break even financially.
…the fact thatJungle Cruisemissed its financial targets by such a margin and its shared Amazonian adventure story could be a worrying indicator forPaddington in Peru.
There are mitigating circumstances behindJungle Cruise’s sub-par financial performance. Most importantly,the film was one of a raft of blockbusters released in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic, where the uncertain environment had a discernable impact on performance. It also had a simultaneous digital release where the movie could be purchased on Disney+, a decision that perhaps discouraged viewers from attending theaters. Nevertheless, the fact thatJungle Cruisemissed its financial targets by such a margin and its shared Amazonian adventure story could be a worrying indicator forPaddington in Peru.
Why Paddington In Peru Will Perform Better Than Jungle Cruise
There Are Other Factors At Play
Even thoughJungle Cruiseunderwhelmed and shares clear narrative similarities withPaddington 3,there is every reason forPaddington’s producers to be more optimistic. For one thing,Paddington in Peruis part of a successful pre-existing franchise. The two previous installments have a combined box office of nearly $500 million, indicating that there is already an audience forPaddington in Peru’s story.
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It’s important to note that both previousPaddingtonfilms did not massively outperformJungle Cruiseat the box office.Paddingtonmade $268 million, whilePaddington 2made $226 million. However, what works in the franchise’s favor is its comparatively meager budget, with both previous installments made for $55 million or less.Paddington in Peru’s total budget is currently unknown. However, it is unlikely that it would far exceed the two previous movies, meaning that a similar box office return would guarantee success.
Paddington in Peru
Cast
Paddington in Peru follows the beloved bear as he embarks on an adventure to visit Aunt Lucy in her new home at the Home for Retired Bears. Accompanied by the Brown Family, they uncover a mystery that leads them through the Amazon rainforest and the mountainous regions of Peru.
