June 12, 2014 - 11:58 AMT
"Penguins of Madagascar" delve into espionage game in new trailer

"The Penguins of Madagascar" has just debuted its first trailer. The spin-off of the popular "Madagascar" film series delves into the global espionage game. A lot of hilarious scenes unfold as Skipper, Kowalski, Rico, and Private are recruited to be an elite undercover task force, AceShowbiz said.

The foursome goes on a mission to stop a disgruntled octopus from taking over the world. Benedict Cumberbatch voices a new character, an alpha wolf named Agent Classified who heads a high-tech spy organization The North Wind. John Malkovich provides voice to the villainous Dr. Octavius Brine.

Set for November 26 release in the U.S., the animated film is supported by Tom McGrath, Chris Miller (II), John DiMaggio, Christopher Knights, Ken Jeong, and many more. Eric Darnell ("Madagascar 3: Europe's Most Wanted") and Simon J. Smith ("Bee Movie") direct the flick.