Ice Age: The Meltdown

Ice Age: The Meltdown is currently streaming in Australia on Disney Plus, and in the US on Amazon Prime Video and Disney Plus, and it delivers exactly the kind of comedy that earns a loyal following. The length is exactly right for the story it is telling — nothing rushed, nothing dragged out. Its 7/10 TMDB score, built from 10,413 ratings, reflects a title that consistently delivers. Ray Romano leads a cast with real comic timing. Available now on Disney Plus — press play and find out why people keep recommending it.

Whatever else is competing for your attention this week, Ice Age: The Meltdown is worth clearing space for. Sharp writing and a well-matched ensemble are what separate Ice Age: The Meltdown from the crowd. Diego, Manny and Sid return in this sequel to the hit animated movie Ice Age. This time around, the deep freeze is over, and the ice-covered earth is starting to melt, which will destroy the trio's cherished valley. The impending disaster prompts them to reunite and warn all the other beasts about the desperate situation. The chemistry Ray Romano and John Leguizamo bring to it does a lot of the heavy lifting. Ice Age: The Meltdown came out in 2006. The real test of any comedy is whether it is still funny once you know all the jokes, and Ice Age: The Meltdown holds up on rewatch in a way that separates it from one-off curiosities. It delivers reliably on what it promises, which is more than most of its competition manages.

If you need a comedy that actually makes you laugh, Ice Age: The Meltdown is a strong candidate. It stands on its own even without an obvious comparison point. The complete film is available and best experienced without too much prior knowledge of where it goes. Ray Romano's comic timing carries it through its weaker moments. The kind of comedy you recommend to someone who claims they do not watch much.