Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile is a live-action family movie based on the beloved children's book of the same name by Bernard Waber. The movie follows the Primm family as they move from their small town to the big city of New York. Josh, the youngest son, is struggling to make friends and adapt to city life when he discovers Lyle the Crocodile living in their attic.
Lyle is a sophisticated crocodile who loves to sing, take baths, and eat caviar. He quickly becomes a beloved part of the Primm family, but their happiness is threatened by the crotchety neighbor, Mr. Grumps, who is determined to get rid of Lyle.
The Primms band together to save Lyle and show the world that family can come from unexpected places. Along the way, they learn valuable lessons about friendship, acceptance, and the importance of standing up for what you believe in.
The movie stars Thomas Guiry as Josh, Tony Randall as the voice of Lyle, and Shirley Knight as Mrs. Primm. It was directed by Ken Kwapis and premiered on HBO in 1987. Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile has since become a beloved family classic, cherished by generations of children and adults alike.