Fresh from appearing as the voice behind the iconic lazy, orange cat in The Garfield Movie, Chris Pratt opened up about his character and his opinion on the influence of his character. During an interview, Pratt delved into his affection towards cats and revealed candidly how he wishes to be more like his animated character, Garfield.
Known for his versatility in portraying a range of characters from the MCU flicks to the Jurassic World franchise, Chris Pratt expressed his desire to have the guts like Garfield. Humbly admitting to feeling less “ballsy” in his personal life compared to the beloved, charismatic Garfield, he brings to life on screen, Pratt dropped his takeaway from his role.
Chris Pratt’s Desire to Play Garfield Stemmed from His Affection for Cats
The famed 1976 comic strip about the charismatic orange cat, from cartoonist Jim Davis, once again went from page to animation on May 17, 2024. Hitting the theaters worldwide, The Garfield Movie captured a massive fanbase, entertaining people with its hilarious storyline and ensemble cast. Starring MCU’s Star-Lord, Chris Pratt, in the titular role, the animated movie delved into the life of the lethargic and greedy Garfield.
Chris Pratt did quite exceptional work in The Garfield Movie, considering that he is no stranger to voicing animated characters. Previously, he portrayed the Italian plumber Mario in the box office success, The Super Mario Bros. Movie, and also voiced the elf Barley Lightfoot in Pixar’s Onward. But despite his experience at voicing animated characters, this time Pratt confessed to ETalk how his desire stemmed from something rather personal.
Yes, I was a huge fan of Garfield growing up and I am a cat guy. I love cats, I think they are great. Pratt shared.
Do you own any cats? Interviewer asked.
I don’t currently own any cats. But my mom has two cats. But I do, as far as pets go, listen I love dogs and I love cats, but if I had to go with one I’d probably go with cats.
According to his interview, Chris Pratt reflected on his affection for cats. Explaining how he adores the majestic and purrrfect species over man’s best friend, Pratt implied that his desire to embody Garfield stemmed from that very love. Apart from that, the actor mentioned growing up to be a fan of Garfield, which also influenced his desire to offer his voice for the role.
Chris Pratt Wishes to be More Like His Onscreen Character in Real Life
During the candid interview shared via YouTube, Chris Pratt later reflected on his takeaway from his onscreen animated character. Delving into his thoughts on bravery and the influence of his famous character, on his real-life persona, Pratt noted that he would love to be as witty, confident, and brave as Garfield. The actor openly expressed his genuine desire to emulate the iconic cat’s fearless attitude in his everyday interactions and decisions.
Throughout his career, Chris Pratt has acquired a fanbase through his blockbuster roles that span from action-packed adventures to comedic genres. However, following his work on The Garfield Movie, it is the titular Orange cat’s boldness and assertiveness that resonated deeply with the actor, unlike most of his roles, prompting him to reflect on his own aspirations for personal growth and courage.
If you could take any of Garfield’s quirks and apply it to your real life, which one would it be? Interviewer asked.
I love that he is not afraid to just say it. He just kind of says it like it is, and I think it’s pretty cool. He’s pretty ballsy that way. I’m always very careful in what I say. Sometimes I’d like to be a little more snarky.
Chris Pratt’s openness about his admiration for Garfield’s character traits resonated with fans who appreciate his candid approach to discussing the challenges and desires of life. Meanwhile, as the actor continues to evolve both professionally and personally, his reflections leave viewers with a glimpse into his persona and aspirations.
The Garfield Movie is available on Fandango.
