Les Zintrus (original title Aliens in the Attic) is a family-friendly and fantastical adventure film directed by John Schultz, scripted by Adam F. Goldberg, and released in France on October 28, 2009. Led by Carter Jenkins, Austin Butler, and Ashley Boettcher, this American movie aimed at a young audience (ages 8 and up) has been available on Prime Video since February 6, 2026.
The Pearson family gathers in a sprawling countryside estate for a holiday meant to strengthen their bonds. But things take a strange turn when an unusual storm suddenly hits, and unidentified objects crash onto the roof. Turns out, these are alien spacecraft carrying tiny extraterrestrials bent on conquering Earth. Their advanced technology can control the minds of adults, leaving the children as the last line of defense against the invasion.
In the utmost secrecy, the young family members are secretly working to resist. While the parents remain unaware of the danger, the children turn the house into a battlefield. Between quick-thinking tactics and sibling solidarity, they strive to keep their loved ones safe and prevent the aliens from taking over the Earth.
The original concept was created by Mark Burton, a screenwriter known for his work on Madagascar and Wallace & Gromit's The Wrong Trousers. It revolves around a fresh twist: an alien invasion that only children are aware of. The film fits squarely into the genre of family comedies that blend light-hearted sci-fi with domestic adventure.
While the story is set in Michigan, filming took place in New Zealand, in a restored early 20th-century house that was moved to suit the production. The alien voices feature notable actors such as J.K. Simmons and Thomas Haden Church. With its approachable tone and visual humor, the film targets a family audience, continuing the tradition of stories where children subtly become the heroes in conflicts that are beyond adult understanding.
The Zintrus
Film | 2009
Release Date in theaters: October 28, 2009
Available on Prime Video since February 6, 2026
Adventure, Family, Fantasy | Runtime: 1h27
Directed by John Schultz | Starring Carter Jenkins, Austin Butler, Ashley Boettcher
Original title: Aliens in the Attic
Country: United States
Set inside a cozy holiday home, Les Zintrus tells a charming story of kids coming together to face a tiny invasion. Blending simple special effects with family-friendly humor, the film explores themes of teamwork and independence through a playful take on alien invasions. It's a lighthearted adventure tailored for younger audiences.
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