Operation: Stocking Stuffer – Why ‘The Madagascar Penguins in a Christmas Caper’ is a Holiday Must-Watch

The chemistry here is undeniable. Tom McGrath (Skipper), Chris Miller (Kowalski), Christopher Knights (Private), and John DiMaggio (Rico) deliver rapid-fire dialogue that feels like a classic screwball comedy, just with more fish and dynamite. The success of this short arguably paved the way for the Penguins of Madagascar TV series and their eventual spin-off movie.

However, Private’s solo mission goes awry when he is mistaken for a chew toy by , the feisty elderly lady from the first movie. She purchases him as a gift for her aggressive dog, Mr. Chew , and takes him back to her apartment. The Rescue: Chaos at Nana's Apartment