Finding Dory

Dory, the forgetful blue tang with a short-term memory that barely lasts a minute, leaves her home at the Marine Life Institute to hunt down clues about her own history. This time she isn't just looking for a way back; she wants to know who her parents were and how she learned to speak Whale. The film reunites her with old friends Marlin and Nemo, played by Albert Brooks and Hayden Rolence, while Ellen DeGeneres returns as the titular character. Director Andrew Stanton guides this Pixar adventure into deeper waters, blending comedy with genuine emotional stakes. With a production budget of $200 million, the studio delivered a visually stunning underwater world filled with anthropomorphic sea creatures. The movie hit theaters in June 2016 and grossed over $1 billion globally, proving audiences still connect with these characters. Critics gave it a solid 7.0 rating, praising its humor and heart.[edit]