When the Primm family moves to New York City, their young son Josh struggles to adapt to his new school and new friends. All of that changes when he discovers Lyle — a singing crocodile who loves baths, caviar and great music — living in the attic of his new home. But when Lyle’s existence is threatened by evil neighbor Mr. Grumps, the Primms must band together to show the world that family can come from the most unexpected places.

Shawn Mendes
as Lyle (voice)

Winslow Fegley
as Josh Primm

Javier Bardem
as Hector P. Valenti

Constance Wu
as Katie Primm

Scoot McNairy
as Joseph Primm

Brett Gelman
as Alistair Grumps

Ego Nwodim
as Carol

Lyric Hurd
as Trudy

Jason Kravits
as Cy

Ben Palacios
as Lyle's Motion Capture
CinemaSerf
Javier Bardem steals the show here - he is clearly having some fun in this otherwise rather derivative adventure caper. He is "Hector", a failing magician who can no longer get any work. On a visit to a pet shop one day, he encounters the eponymous character whom he discovers can hold a tune. Ah, th...
daniel_carr
Fun movie, enjoyed it with lots of humor. Story was a bit slow and predictable but a nice movie for kids. I have an 8 year old daughter so would definately watch this with her. Just felt they could have done more with the story....