Shark Tale

Shark Tale is a 2004 American computer-animated comedy film produced by DreamWorks Animation.

Shark Tale is a 2004 American computer-animated comedy film produced by DreamWorks Animation. Directed by Vicky Jenson, Bibo Bergeron, and Rob Letterman, it follows Oscar, a small fish who falsely claims credit for killing a shark and is pulled into the fallout. The film features the voices of Will Smith, Robert De Niro, Renée Zellweger, Jack Black, Angelina Jolie, and Martin Scorsese, and was released in the United States on October 1, 2004.

Plot

The film is set in an underwater city of anthropomorphic fish. The central character, Oscar, is a small fish who pretends to have killed a shark to improve his social standing, becoming known as the 'Sharkslayer.' His claim brings unexpected consequences when the shark underworld, led by Don Lino and his sons Frankie and Lenny, responds to the supposed death.

Production

Shark Tale was produced by DreamWorks Animation and directed by Vicky Jenson, Bibo Bergeron, and Rob Letterman. The screenplay was written by Michael J. Wilson, with additional writing credited in some sources.

Voice cast

The voice cast is led by Will Smith as Oscar and Robert De Niro as Don Lino. Other major voice roles include Renée Zellweger, Jack Black, Angelina Jolie, and Martin Scorsese.

Release and reception

Shark Tale was released in the United States on October 1, 2004, with a runtime of 89 minutes. It is a family-friendly animated comedy with a PG rating. The film later became available on home media and streaming services.