Best Paramount Entertainment for casting quality

#1

The culturally representative ensemble is welcomed as a meaningful improvement. Praise also goes to voices that convey the characters’ distinct personalities and emotional lives.

#2

The cast is viewed as a major strength, with the ensemble described as affable, dialed-in and consistently strong.

#3

The vocal ensemble is repeatedly described as strong or well matched to its characters. Comic energy and distinctive voices help bring the fantasy adventure to life.

#4

The ensemble brings considerable comic talent, though scripts often leave that talent underused.

#5

Most assessments celebrate the ensemble and Lohan’s fit as Cady. Reservations focus on Meadows’ adult flirtation and Aaron looking too old for high school.

#6

Johnny Flynn’s arrival is widely viewed as inspired casting, though one harsh review argues Helen Mirren is badly miscast. Overall casting sentiment is positive but not unanimous.

#7

One commenter strongly criticizes Pelia’s casting, calling the character and casting choice a poor fit.