Get ready for another wild ride with your favorite zoo animals in Madagascar 4 (2025), the latest installment in the beloved DreamWorks animated franchise. Following the huge success of Madagascar (2005), Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa (2008) and Madagascar 3: Europe's Most Wanted (2012), fans of Alex, Marty, Gloria, Melman and their quirky penguin companions are ready for a brand new adventure that promises even more laughs, heartwarming moments and unforgettable hijinks.
Madagascar 4 is set in new and unexpected places and follows the gang of wild animals as they once again embark on a journey that takes them far from home – but this time, their adventure is even more unexpected. Buckle up for a brand new chapter that will not only take our animal friends on a thrilling chase, but will also explore themes of identity, change and what it really means to be “home.”
Plot:
After their grand adventures in Europe, the Madagascar crew finally seems to be settling into their jungle paradise, enjoying their peaceful lives on the island. Alex (voiced by Ben Stiller), Marty (voiced by Chris Rock), Gloria (voiced by Jada Pinkett Smith) and Melman (voiced by David Schwimmer) are content, but deep down, they feel like something is missing.
Just when they think they can relax, a new crisis arises. The penguins (Skipper, Kowalski, Rico, and Private) accidentally activate a mysterious ancient device they found during a reconnaissance mission, which opens a portal to a whole new world. This world isn't just a new continent or an uncharted jungle - it's a secret, lost civilization that was once home to an entire population of animals who left the human world long ago to live in seclusion.
The penguins are sucked into the portal by mistake, dragging Alex, Marty, Gloria, Melman, and even the curious lemur King Julien (voiced by Sacha Baron Cohen) and his ever-present sidekick Maurice into the unknown. The group must navigate this unfamiliar world and find their way back home - but along the way, they'll uncover the animal kingdom's forgotten past and encounter new creatures that will challenge their perception of what "home" really means.
The story will feature a series of comedic adventures, from facing off against eccentric new animal factions to solving ancient puzzles that will test their teamwork and friendship. Throughout it all, they will come to realise that home isn't just a place, but the people (and animals) they share it with.