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Tad, the Lost Explorer

2012·Movie
1h 32min·PG

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High energy, light on feelings.

Energy

Thrilling and fast-paced

Fast from start to finish.

  • Adrenaline7
  • Fast Pace7
  • Tension5

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Hopefulness6
  • Wonder6
  • Wholesome4

Humor

Some slapstick

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Physical Comedy7
  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Satire & Parody4

World

Kept in the background

  • World Immersion7
  • Novelty6
  • Dialogue Centrality5

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Intrigue7
  • Direction6
  • Acting6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Editing7
  • Cinematography6
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

AdultsFamily Movie NightFriends NightParty VibeIntergenerationalKidsPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure Escapism

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About

No whip, no gun... All fun!

Tad is a celebrity archaeologist and adventurer just like his hero Max Mordon... in his dreams! In reality, Tad is a Chicago construction worker. One day, however, he is mistaken for a real professor and takes his place on a flight to Peru in search of the lost city of Paititi.
Animated AdventureCGI AnimationTreasure HuntSlapstick HumorFamily-FriendlySpanish CinemaPeruvian SettingEscapist Fun

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Is Tad, the Lost Explorer worth watching?

56
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Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 56/100 (IMDb 6). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Tad, the Lost Explorer rated?

PG

It's rated PG in the United States.

How long is Tad, the Lost Explorer?

1 h 32 min

Tad, the Lost Explorer runs 1 h 32 min.

Was Tad, the Lost Explorer a box office hit?

Budget$11 million
Box office$23 million

Yes. It cost about $11 million to make and earned $23 million worldwide, 2.2 times its budget.

What language is Tad, the Lost Explorer in?

Spanish

It was made in Spanish. Produced in France, Spain.

In how many countries can I watch Tad, the Lost Explorer?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Tad, the Lost Explorer in 43 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Tad, the Lost Explorer use?

Let Us Never Speak of This AgainShout-OutFake Ultimate HeroSpeech-Impaired AnimalBull Seeing RedNon-Human SidekickDaydream SurpriseThe Glasses Gotta GoTraintop BattleMix-and-Match CreaturesIndy Hat RollImmortality Inducerand 58 more

TV Tropes lists 70 storytelling tropes for Tad, the Lost Explorer, including Let Us Never Speak of This Again, Shout-Out, Fake Ultimate Hero.