Pete Davidson voices Marmaduke in Netflix's upcoming animated movie (Image via Netflix After School/YouTube)Marmaduke, a new animated film starring J.K. Simmons, Pete Davidson, David Koechner, Shelby Young, and Tania Gunadi, will drop on Netflix on Friday, May 6.Patrick Willems@patrickhwillemsCan’t wait for the sequel when a portal opens and Owen Wilson Marmaduke walks through twitter.com/DiscussingFilm…DiscussingFilm@DiscussingFilmPete Davidson will voice Marmaduke in ‘MARMADUKE’.The film releases on Netflix on May 6.113960Pete Davidson will voice Marmaduke in ‘MARMADUKE’.The film releases on Netflix on May 6. https://t.co/t1HzZn9KeUCan’t wait for the sequel when a portal opens and Owen Wilson Marmaduke walks through twitter.com/DiscussingFilm…It's likely that the voice cast will be a major pull for audiences. In an unusual turn of events, comedian and former cast member of NBC's Saturday Night Live, Pete Davidson, will voice the titular Great Dane. View this post on Instagram Instagram PostGiven that Davidson has been in the headlines a lot recently owing to his connection with Kim Kardashian and his continuous spat with American rapper Kanye West, having him voicing the character came as a sudden yet pleasant surprise to all.The new 88-minute feature film, produced by Andrews McMeel Entertainment and Legacy Classics, follows the famed dog as it prepares for and competes in the Westminster Championship.Exploring the voice cast and more about Netflix's MarmadukeThe trailer for Netflix's new feature was released only recently, showing the reimagined popular comic strip. The upcoming film will follow Marmaduke, who is trying to take part in the Westminster Dog Show, encountering obstacles at every step. To make matters worse, his kid is embroiled in an intense rivalry.The film's new trailer reveals Pete Davidson's role as the Great Dane. Directed by Mark A.Z. Dippe, Matt Philip Whelan, and Youngki Lee, it is a 88-minute feature film that gives life to the iconic character developed by Bradley Jay Anderson.Jake with the Ob@mnralphieHappy 66th Birthday to J.K. Simmons! #JKSimmonsHappy 66th Birthday to J.K. Simmons! #JKSimmons https://t.co/QAV6OvmgDpTo complete the film's voice cast, Davidson will be joined by the likes of J.K. Simmons, Jason Anthony, David Koechner, Shelby Young, and Stephen Stanton. Suffice to say, Davidson and Simmons are most likely the film's key draws. The complete cast list is mentioned below:Pete Davidson as MarmadukeJ.K. Simmons as ZeusJason Anthony as RonnieDavid Koechner as PhilJulie Nathanson as DottieTerri Douglas as BillyErin Fitzgerald as BarbaraStephen Stanton as King TutBrian Hull as GuySumalee Montano as AmyAndrew Morgado as Henri/PhillipeShelby Young as ShantrelleJohnny Yong Bosch as ZhiNika Futterman as Juan PedroMelissa Disney as JavierFred Tatasciore as VinnieNickie Bryar as DerekBriefly diving into the plot of Netflix's upcoming animated film View this post on Instagram Instagram PostThe narrative chronicles the endeavors of a famous dog trainer who is eager for Marmaduke to be the first Great Dane to win the Westminster Championship.The unruly but endearing dog (voiced by Davidson) is formally presented to audiences in the new trailer launched by Netflix After School. After a video of him accidentally wrecking a barbeque goes viral, the out-of-control dog surprisingly attracts the attention of world-renowned dog trainer Guy Hilton (voiced by Brian Hull).Responding to his newfound determination, the trainer sets out to make the unruly Great Dane the best in the world, albeit this is continually thwarted by the beloved canine's voracious hunger and clumsiness.J.K. Simmons Zeus as rivals in Netflix's upcoming animated movie (Image via Netflix After School/YouTube)The advent of Zeus, a seasoned competition adversary who intends to destroy all of their efforts, puts even more pressure on their already-strained resources. Despite the commotion, Marmaduke's family demonstrates that they will always adore him.Marmaduke will be available to stream on Netflix this Friday, May 6.