Alvin and the Chipmunks: The Squeakquel

Lore & Background

The film follows the Chipmunks—Alvin, Simon, and Theodore—who are left in the care of Dave Seville's cousin Toby after Dave is injured in Paris. Meanwhile, former record executive Ian Hawke, now broke, discovers the Chipettes—Brittany, Jeanette, and Eleanor—who have mailed themselves to him. Ian signs them to revive his career, lying that the Chipmunks disrespected him. The Chipmunks and Chipettes eventually meet at West Eastman High School, where a rivalry develops over a music competition. After various conflicts, including Alvin joining the football team and the Chipettes being locked in a cage by Ian, the two groups unite to perform together and win the contest. Dave returns from the hospital, happy to see the Chipmunks, and allows the Chipettes to stay.

Reader's Guide

Alvin and the Chipmunks: The Squeakquel was a commercial success, grossing $443.5 million against a $70–75 million budget, despite mixed reviews. It became the highest-grossing film to never crack the top two at the box office. The film expanded the franchise by introducing the Chipettes, who became recurring characters in subsequent sequels. Its release on December 23, 2009, by 20th Century Fox led to two sequels: Chipwrecked (2011) and The Road Chip (2015). The film's visual effects were produced by Rhythm & Hues Studios, and its score was composed by David Newman.

Did You Know?

• The film grossed $443.5 million worldwide against a budget of $70–75 million.
• The Chipettes were voiced by Christina Applegate as Brittany, Anna Faris as Jeanette, and Amy Poehler as Eleanor.
• The film was released on December 23, 2009, by 20th Century Fox.