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Finding Nemo

Finding Nemo is a 2003 American computer-animated adventure comedy film produced by Pixar Animation Studios and released by Walt Disney Pictures.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Finding Nemo is a 2003 American computer-animated adventure comedy film produced by Pixar Animation Studios and released by Walt Disney Pictures. Directed by Andrew Stanton, it follows clownfish Marlin and blue tang Dory as they search for Marlin’s missing son, Nemo, after he is taken from the Great Barrier Reef to Sydney.

Plot

The story follows Marlin, an overprotective clownfish, who searches for his son Nemo after Nemo is captured and taken to a dentist’s aquarium in Sydney. Dory joins the journey, and the film also shows Nemo attempting to find his own way home.

Production

Finding Nemo was produced by Pixar and distributed by Walt Disney Pictures. It was directed by Andrew Stanton, with voice performances from Albert Brooks, Ellen DeGeneres, and Alexander Gould.

Release and reception

The film was released in 2003 and became a major commercial success. It won the Academy Award for Best Animated Feature and later received a 3D theatrical release in 2012.

Legacy

Finding Nemo became one of Pixar’s best-known films and helped establish a long-running franchise. Its popularity led to later related productions, including Finding Dory.

Key facts

  • The film is a Disney-Pixar production released in 2003.
  • It centers on Marlin, Dory, and Nemo, with much of the plot set in the ocean and Sydney Harbor.
  • Andrew Stanton directed the film, and Lee Unkrich is credited as codirector.
  • The voice cast includes Albert Brooks, Ellen DeGeneres, and Alexander Gould.
  • The film won the Academy Award for Best Animated Feature.
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Canadian context

Finding Nemo has been widely distributed and shown in Canada as part of the international release of a major Disney-Pixar film.

Frequently asked questions

What is Finding Nemo about?
It is about a clownfish father, Marlin, who travels across the ocean to rescue his son Nemo after he is taken from the Great Barrier Reef.
Who directed Finding Nemo?
Andrew Stanton directed the film, with Lee Unkrich credited as codirector.
When was Finding Nemo released?
It was released on May 30, 2003.
Who voices the main characters?
Albert Brooks voices Marlin, Ellen DeGeneres voices Dory, and Alexander Gould voices Nemo.
Did Finding Nemo win any awards?
Yes. It won the Academy Award for Best Animated Feature.
Was Finding Nemo released in 3D?
Yes. A 3D version of the film was released in 2012.

References

  1. Disney D23https://d23.com/a-to-z/finding-nemo-film/
    Supports: Release date, director, voice cast, runtime, awards, 3D release, basic plot
  2. Pixarhttps://www.pixar.com/finding-nemo
    Supports: Official synopsis and production context
  3. Wikipediahttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Finding_Nemo
    Supports: Plot summary and core film credits
  4. Disney Movieshttps://movies.disney.com/finding-nemo
    Supports: Official film page with release date, genre, credits, and cast
  5. Rotten Tomatoeshttps://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/finding_nemo
    Supports: Release date, runtime, genre, and synopsis