When a young girl stows away on the ship of a legendary sea monster hunter, they launch an epic journey into uncharted waters — and make history to boot.
Direction
Chris Williams finally free from Disney formula.
Cinematography
Water physics that'll make you seasick—in a good way.
Writing
Subtly dismantles 'noble monster hunter' tropes.
Director
Chris Williams
Karl Urban
Jacob Holland (voice)
Zaris-Angel Hator
Maisie Brumble (voice)
Jared Harris
Captain Crow (voice)
Marianne Jean-Baptiste
Sarah Sharpe (voice)
Benjamin Plessala
Child 1 (voice)
Somali Rose
Child 2 (voice)
Kaya McLean
Child 3 (voice)
Helen Sadler
Ms. Merino / Matron / Cart Driver (voice)
Xana Tang
Lea the Lookout (voice)
Alex Wyndham
Sailor #1 / Sailor #2 / Villager (voice)
Brian T. Delaney
Jim Nicklebones (voice)
Ian Mercer
Old Nick (voice)
Shannon Chan-Kent
Fen (voice)
Max Mittelman
Young Sailor (voice)
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Chris Williams co-directed Big Hero 6 and Moana—this was his passion project escape from Disney's sequel machine.
The film's monster-as-victim twist deliberately echoes how colonial powers demonized indigenous resistance to expansion.
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I'm digging the more serious tone and that the characters seem genuine. I also love that the male lead isn't portrayed as an idiot, but is legitimately skilled and caring.
@jish55 10023
Never underestimate my love of the "I found this kid and now theyre my responsibility and I'm a dad now" trope.
@turquoisesnowflake4613 10843
I just watched this movie today, and I am ashamed to say... THAT I WANT A SECOND MOVIE! The world-building, the characters, the beast, AND THE TWO MAIN CHARACTERS JACOB AND MAISIE, HAVE STOLEN MY HEART. One of the best movies I've ever seen in the last few years. I would read an entire book series if they ever decided to do that, The Sea Beast is truly amazing.
@SaintRutherun 2412
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