🌟 Dora and the Search for Sol Dorado (2025)
Dora and the Search for Sol Dorado is a live-action adventure-comedy film directed by Alberto Belli, celebrating the 25th anniversary of the beloved Dora the Explorer franchise. Released on July 2, 2025, on Paramount+ and Nickelodeon, the movie stars Samantha Lorraine as a teenage Dora determined to uncover a legendary treasure deep in the Amazon jungle. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
🎞️ Basic Info:
- Title: Dora and the Search for Sol Dorado
- Release Date: July 2, 2025
- Genre: Action / Adventure / Comedy
- Director: Alberto Belli
- Running Time: ~96 minutes
- Language: English & Spanish
👥 Cast & Characters:
- Samantha Lorraine as Dora Márquez
- Jacob Rodriguez as Diego Márquez
- Daniella Pineda as Camila the Crusader
- Gabriel Iglesias as the voice of Boots
- Also starring: Mariana García Toro, Acston Luca Porto, María Cecilia Botero
📝 Synopsis:
When teenage Dora and her cousin Diego journey into the heart of the Amazon, they embark on a quest to find the mythical treasure of Sol Dorado before a rival archaeologist beats them to it. With Boots alongside them, they navigate jungle dangers, familial bonds, and self-discovery. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}
“A fresh, engaging take… focusing on growth, identity, and family bonds.” :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}
🏆 Reception:
- Critics praised its charm and action: Tomatometer ~86%, considered a "whiz-bang" adventure :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}
- Highlighted for meaningful themes beyond typical children's fare :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}
- Some criticism noted the plot felt rushed or inconsistent :contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8}