Finding Nemo

Finding Nemo

Heartwarming Pixar animated film about a clownfish father's journey across the ocean to find his lost son, teaching lessons about courage, independence, and family.

Category
Movie
Release Year
2003
Origin
USA
Tags
animation
family
adventure
ocean
pixar
disney

Detailed Overview Information

Basic Information

Full Name
Finding Nemo
Aliases
Nemo, Finding Nemo 3D
Type
Computer-Animated Adventure Film
Release Year
2003
Status
Released
Origin
United States
Region
Not specified

Creation Information

Creator
Andrew Stanton
Publisher
Walt Disney Pictures
Original Work
Original Screenplay
Genre
Animation, Adventure, Comedy, Family, Drama

Content Information

Synopsis
A clownfish named Marlin embarks on an epic journey across the ocean to find his son Nemo, who was captured by divers and taken to a dentist's aquarium.
Main Characters
Marlin (overprotective father), Nemo (adventurous son), Dory (forgetful blue tang)
Setting
Great Barrier Reef, Pacific Ocean, Sydney Harbor
Themes
Parental love, overcoming fear, independence, friendship, perseverance
Target Audience
Children and families

Media Forms

Films
Finding Nemo (2003), Finding Dory (2016)
Merchandise
Toys, plushies, clothing, home decor, collectibles
Video Games
Finding Nemo (2003), Disney Infinity series, mobile games
Books
Picture books, chapter books, educational materials
Theme Parks
The Seas with Nemo & Friends (Disney World), Finding Nemo Submarine Voyage (Disneyland)
Digital Content
Streaming availability, digital downloads, interactive content

Commercial Information

Total Box Office
$940.3 million worldwide
Merchandise Revenue
Over $2 billion in retail sales
Awards
Academy Award for Best Animated Feature, Golden Globe, BAFTA
Critical Reception
99% on Rotten Tomatoes, universal critical acclaim
Theme Parks
Multiple attractions at Disney theme parks worldwide
Cultural Impact
Revolutionized computer animation, increased awareness of marine conservation

Fan Culture

Fanbase
Global audience spanning multiple generations
Communities
Disney fan forums, Pixar enthusiasts, marine life advocates
Events
Disney conventions, aquarium special screenings, marine conservation events
Quotes
Just keep swimming, P. Sherman 42 Wallaby Way Sydney, Mine! Mine! Mine!
Memes
Dory's memory loss, seagulls saying mine, Nemo's lucky fin
Collectibles
Disney Store exclusives, Funko Pop figures, limited edition artwork

Historical Development

1997
Andrew Stanton begins developing the concept after visiting an aquarium
2000
Production officially begins at Pixar Animation Studios
2003
Finding Nemo premieres and becomes a massive success
2012
Finding Nemo 3D re-release in theaters
2016
Finding Dory sequel released, focusing on Dory's backstory
2021
Finding Nemo celebrates 18th anniversary with special releases