Big Hero 6
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A Disney animated superhero film about a young robotics prodigy who forms a superhero team with his inflatable healthcare robot and friends to combat a masked villain.
Category
Animation
Release Year
2014
Origin
USA
Tags
superheroscience fictionfamilycomedyactiondisneymarvelrobotics
Detailed Overview Information
Basic Information
Full Name
Big Hero 6
Aliases
Not specified
Type
animation
Release Year
2014
Status
completed
Origin
United States
Region
Not specified
Creation Information
Creator
Walt Disney Animation Studios
Publisher
Walt Disney Pictures
Original Work
animated film
Genre
animation, superhero, family
Content Information
Synopsis
Big Hero 6 follows 14-year-old robotics prodigy Hiro Hamada who, after the tragic death of his brother Tadashi, teams up with Baymax, an inflatable healthcare robot, and his friends to form a superhero team and stop a masked villain threatening San Fransokyo.
Main Characters
Not specified
Setting
San Fransokyo, a futuristic hybrid city combining elements of San Francisco and Tokyo, featuring advanced technology and diverse architecture.
Themes
grief and healing, friendship, science and technology, heroism, family bonds
Target Audience
all ages
Characters
Baymax
deuteragonistmale (programmed)recently created
An inflatable healthcare robot created by Tadashi Hamada, who becomes Hiro's closest companion and protector.
Abilities: medical diagnosis, healthcare treatment, flight...
Quotes:
"Hello, I am Baymax, your personal healthcare companion."
"On a scale of one to ten, how would you rate your pain?"
"I cannot deactivate until you say you are satisfied with your care."
character
Hiro Hamada
protagonistmale14
A 14-year-old robotics prodigy who becomes the leader of Big Hero 6 after his brother's death.
Abilities: genius-level intellect, robotics expertise, leadership...
Quotes:
"We didn't set out to be superheroes. But sometimes life doesn't go the way you planned."
"I'm not giving up on you."
"Sometimes the best way to find out what you're supposed to do is by doing the thing you're not supposed to do."
character
Professor Robert Callaghan / Yokai
Primary Antagonist / Microbot Controllermale50s
Hiro's former professor who becomes the masked villain Yokai after losing his daughter in a teleportation accident.
Abilities: scientific genius, microbot control, strategic planning...
Quotes:
"That was my mistake!"
"The explosion that killed Tadashi... that was an accident."
"I want my daughter back!"
character
Fred
Comic Relief / Kaiju Suit Heromale21
A laid-back comic book fan and school mascot who becomes the monster of Big Hero 6.
Abilities: comic book knowledge, fire breathing (suit), super jumping (suit)...
Quotes:
"Super jump! Ah, that's way too high!"
"We're gonna be superheroes!"
"This is so cool!"
character
GoGo Tomago
Speed Specialist / Frontline Fighterfemale18
An adrenaline junkie and mechanical engineering student who becomes the speed specialist of Big Hero 6.
Abilities: super speed, electromagnetic suspension, mechanical engineering...
Quotes:
"Woman up!"
"I have a need for speed."
"Let's go already!"
character
Honey Lemon
Chemistry Strategist / Support Specialistfemale19
A chemistry enthusiast and optimistic member of Big Hero 6 who uses chemical compounds in combat.
Abilities: chemistry expertise, chemical compound creation, scientific analysis...
Quotes:
"Oh my gosh, you must be Hiro! I've heard so much about you!"
"Chemistry is so fascinating!"
"I love science!"
character
Wasabi
Precision Fighter / Laser Blade Specialistmale20
A neat freak and applied physics student who becomes the precision fighter of Big Hero 6.
Abilities: laser blade technology, precision combat, applied physics...
Quotes:
"Ah! Why is my nickname Wasabi?"
"I spilled wasabi on my shirt one time, people!"
"This is a disaster!"
character
Tadashi Hamada
deceased mentormale21 (at death)
Hiro's older brother and Baymax's creator, whose death motivates the formation of Big Hero 6.
Abilities: robotics genius, healthcare innovation, leadership...
Quotes:
"Someone has to help."
"Look for a new angle."
"We jump out of helicopters."
character
Media Forms
Original Medium
animated film
Adaptations
type:animated film
title:Big Hero 6
year:2014
status:completed
description:Original Disney animated film based on Marvel Comics
type:TV series
title:Big Hero 6: The Series
year:2017
status:completed
description:Disney Channel animated series continuing the story
type:TV series
title:Baymax!
year:2022
status:completed
description:Disney+ spin-off series focusing on Baymax's healthcare adventures
type:video game
title:Big Hero 6: Battle in the Bay
year:2014
status:completed
description:Action-adventure game for Nintendo 3DS
type:mobile game
title:Big Hero 6 Bot Fight
year:2014
status:completed
description:Mobile game featuring robot battles
Cross Media Presence
animated films, TV series, video games, comics, theme park attractions, merchandise
Commercial Information
Publisher
Walt Disney Pictures
Distributor
Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures
Licensing Info
Disney owns full rights with Marvel character licensing
Merchandising
Extensive line including toys, clothing, collectibles, theme park attractions, and educational materials
Box Office
$657.8 million worldwide box office revenue
Budget
$165 million production budget with significant marketing investment
Fan Culture
Fandom Size
Large global family audience with strong appeal to children and STEM enthusiasts
Demographics
Families, children, animation fans, Marvel fans, STEM educators and students
Fan Activities
cosplay, fan art, robotics projects, STEM education, theme park visits
Community Hubs
Disney fan communities, Marvel forums, STEM education platforms, animation fan sites
Fan Creations
fan art, cosplay, robotics projects inspired by Baymax, educational content, fan fiction
Cultural Impact
Promoted interest in STEM fields among young audiences; increased representation of Asian characters in Western animation; influenced educational robotics programs
Historical Development
Creation Background
Developed as Disney's first animated Marvel property, aiming to combine Disney's family-friendly storytelling with Marvel's superhero concepts
Development Process
Extensive research into robotics, healthcare technology, and cultural elements of San Francisco and Tokyo to create the hybrid city of San Fransokyo
Key Milestones
year:2014
event:Big Hero 6 film released in theaters
year:2015
event:Wins Academy Award for Best Animated Feature
year:2017
event:Big Hero 6: The Series premieres on Disney Channel
year:2018
event:Baymax character meet-and-greets begin in Disney parks
year:2022
event:Baymax! spin-off series launches on Disney+
Evolution Over Time
Expanded from single film to multimedia franchise including TV series, games, and theme park attractions
Legacy
Established template for Disney-Marvel animated collaborations and promoted STEM education in entertainment
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