'' The Wild Thornberrys Movie '' is a 2002 American animated adventure comedy-drama film based on the television series of the same name . Directed by Cathy Malkasian and Jeff McGrath , the film follows Eliza Thornberry , on her quest to rescue a baby cheetah cub named Tally from ruthless poachers . It was produced by Nickelodeon Movies and Klasky Csupo and distributed by Paramount Pictures . The film was released on December 20 , 2002 to mostly positive reviews and has grossed more than $ 60 million worldwide . The film was also nominated for Best Original Song at the 75th Academy Awards , making it the first and only film based on a Nicktoon to be nominated . It is also the second film to be based on a Klasky Csupo series
75th Academy Awards
75th Academy Awards
The Wild Thornberrys Movie