If you’ve got kids, you probably know every line of the "Pup Pup Boogie" by heart. It’s unavoidable. But when the second big-screen outing, PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie, hit theaters, something felt different. The voices weren't just the usual Saturday morning crew. Suddenly, you’re sitting in a dark theater wondering, Wait, is that Kim Kardashian voicing a poodle? Yes. Yes, it is.
The cast of PAW Patrol The Mighty Movie is a wild mix of A-list Hollywood royalty, actual tennis legends, and the original voice actors who have been the backbone of Adventure Bay for years. It’s a strategy that shouldn't work, yet somehow, seeing a meteor-powered Cockapoo voiced by a Ghostbusters star makes perfect sense in this universe.
The Pups Get a Hollywood Promotion
The biggest shift for the sequel was the decision to swap out several of the main pup voices for big-name actors. This isn't just about marketing. It changes the whole vibe of the characters.
Mckenna Grace took over as Skye, and honestly, she’s the heart of the whole film. Skye’s struggle with being the smallest member of the team hits differently with Grace’s performance. She brings a certain vulnerability that wasn't as present in the TV show. Grace is everywhere these days—from The Handmaid’s Tale to Ghostbusters: Afterlife—and she manages to make a CGI dog feel like a real kid with real insecurities.
Then you’ve got Christian Convery as Chase. If he sounds familiar, you’ve probably seen him as Gus in Sweet Tooth. He replaced Iain Armitage (who voiced Chase in the first movie), and he brings a high-energy, classic "cop pup" authority to the role.
The rest of the core team is a blend of new and returning talent:
- Marsai Martin returns as Liberty. She’s the long-haired Dachshund who basically stole the show in the first movie. Her energy is infectious.
- Luxton Handspiker voices Rubble. He’s the English Bulldog who lives for snacks and construction.
- Christian Corrao is Marshall, the fire pup.
- Callum Shoniker brings Rocky to life.
- Nylan Parthipan voices Zuma, the water rescue expert.
The Villains and New Faces
You can't have a superhero movie without a good villain. Taraji P. Henson enters the chat as Victoria "Vee" Vance. She’s a "meteoriticist" (don't call her a mad scientist) who teams up with Mayor Humdinger. Henson is clearly having the time of her life here. She chews the scenery in the best way possible.
Speaking of Mayor Humdinger, Ron Pardo is still the man behind the mustache. He’s been voicing Humdinger since the beginning, and frankly, it wouldn't be PAW Patrol without him. Pardo also voices Cap'n Turbot, proving he’s got the most range in the entire production.
The Junior Patrollers: A Family Affair
One of the funniest additions to the cast of PAW Patrol The Mighty Movie is the "Junior Patrollers"—three tiny Pomeranians named Nano, Mini, and Tot.
This is where the celebrity casting gets interesting. North West (yes, Kim and Kanye’s daughter) voices Mini. Her brother, Saint West, even has a cameo as Meteor Man. They’re joined by Alan Kim (the breakout kid from Minari) as Nano and Brice Gonzalez (of TikTok fame) as Tot.
It’s a bit of a "who’s who" of Gen Alpha icons.
Why the Celebrity Cameos Work
It’s easy to be cynical about celebrity voice casting. Usually, it feels like a way to get parents to recognize a name on the poster. But in this movie, the cameos are actually pretty clever.
Kim Kardashian returns as Delores, the valley-girl Poodle who is far too posh for her own good. It’s self-aware. It’s funny.
Then you have Chris Rock voicing a version of Rubble from the Kitten Catastrophe Crew. It’s brief, but his frantic energy is a perfect match for a chaotic kitten. Even Serena Williams shows up as Yoga Yvette.
The Grown-Ups in the Room
Adventure City is a big place, and it needs some human residents who aren't just Ryder. The movie brought in some heavy hitters for these smaller roles:
- James Marsden and Kristen Bell play Hank and Janet, the owners of the local scrapyard.
- Lil Rel Howery voices Sam Stringer, the slick news reporter.
- Finn Lee-Epp takes over the role of Ryder.
Ryder is a tough role because he has to be the responsible leader while still sounding like a ten-year-old. Lee-Epp nails that balance, keeping the team grounded while the pups are literally flying through buildings.
The Impact of the New Cast
Switching voices in a beloved franchise is risky. Kids are observant. They notice when their favorite German Shepherd sounds a little deeper or when Skye's laugh changes.
However, by leaning into the "Mighty" theme, the movie justifies the change. These aren't just the pups from the Lookout; they are superheroes. The bigger voices match the bigger stakes. The film ended up grossing over $200 million globally, so clearly, the audience didn't mind the new vocal cords.
What to Watch Next
If your kids have watched the movie for the fiftieth time and you're looking for more, keep an eye on the spin-off series Rubble & Crew. While it doesn't have the same star-studded movie cast, it maintains the same spirit and world-building.
If you're interested in seeing the cast of PAW Patrol The Mighty Movie in other projects, Mckenna Grace’s filmography is a great place to start for older kids, especially her work in the Ghostbusters franchise. For the younger ones, sticking to the classic series on Paramount+ is the way to go to see where these characters started.
Check your local streaming listings, as the movie often rotates between platforms like Paramount+ and Prime Video. Knowing who is behind the mask (or the fur) makes the next re-watch just a little more interesting for the adults in the room.