DreamWorks Animation acquires the rights to produce the animated movie Madagascar.
Production officially begins on the animated film Madagascar at DreamWorks Animation.
Madagascar premieres in the United States, marking its official release to the public.
Madagascar grosses over $532 million worldwide, becoming a commercial success.
The film receives several Annie Award nominations recognizing its animation achievements.
Alex the Lion celebrates his 10th birthday at Central Park Zoo, where he is the star attraction.
Marty the Zebra expresses his desire for freedom and attempts to escape the zoo, leading to a series of events.
Alex, Marty, Melman, and Gloria escape the Central Park Zoo after Marty's escape attempt and a wild chase ensues.
The animals are captured by animal control and placed on a cargo ship bound for Madagascar.
The cargo ship crashes, and Alex, Marty, Melman, and Gloria find themselves stranded on the island of Madagascar.
The zoo animals struggle to adjust to life in the wild and meet native animals including the lemur King Julien.
Alex's predatory instincts emerge, leading to conflicts with the group and their lemur friends. Attempts to rescue each other ensue.
The animals decide to embrace their new life on Madagascar instead of returning to the zoo.
