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Monsters University
CAST & DIRECTOR
Directed by Dan Scanlon. With Billy Crystal, John Goodman, Steve Buscemi.
70.6/100
TMDB RATINGWHAT IT'S ABOUT
A look at the relationship between Mike and Sulley during their days at Monsters University — when they weren't necessarily the best of friends.
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70.6/100
TMDB RATINGYOUR WATCHLISTA look at the relationship between Mike and Sulley during their days at Monsters University — when they weren't necessarily the best of friends.
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RELEASE SNAPSHOT
Release snapshot for Monsters University.
MoviHero lists June 19, 2013 as the release date for Monsters University. Dan Scanlon is the listed director. The listed cast includes Billy Crystal as Mike (voice), John Goodman as Sullivan (voice), Steve Buscemi as Randy (voice), Helen Mirren as Dean Hardscrabble (voice). A trailer and 5 stills are available on this page.
Release dateJune 19, 2013
GenresFamily · Comedy · Fantasy · Animation
Runtime1h 44m
DirectorDan Scanlon
CastBilly Crystal as Mike (voice), John Goodman as Sullivan (voice), Steve Buscemi as Randy (voice), Helen Mirren as Dean Hardscrabble (voice)
TrailerAvailable on this page
Images5 stills
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Monsters University runs 1h 44m. Allow extra time for breaks.
Is it slow or fast?
The current MoviHero pacing estimate is 6/10: a middle-ground pace.
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The attention estimate is 3/10. The profile suggests a lower-demand watch, although preferences vary.
How emotionally intense is it?
The emotional-impact estimate is 7/10, suggesting a moderate emotional load. This does not tell you whether the ending is happy or sad.
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TMDB: 70.6/100 (7.058/10) from 11,587 votes. Updated Oct 8, 2026.
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Pacing6/10
Emotional Impact7/10
Mind-Bending3/10
Scary4/10
Violence2/10
Rewatchability6/10
Attention Required3/10
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CHARACTERS IN THIS MOVIE
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voiceRandyRandy in Monsters University (2013), played by Steve Buscemi.Open character guide voiceMikeMike appears across 2 MoviHero films from 2001-2013, portrayed by Billy Crystal. Start with the first appearance, then follow the screen path in release order.Open character guide voiceSullivanSullivan appears across 2 MoviHero films from 2001-2013, portrayed by John Goodman. Start with the first appearance, then follow the screen path in release order.Open character guide
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