News out of Hollywood confirms major additions to FINDING DORY, the eagerly awaited follow up to FINDING NEMO. Famed actors Diane Keaton and Eugene Levy will voice Dory’s parents, joining Ellen DeGeneres who has already confirmed her return as the lovably forgetful Dory. Keaton and Levy fill the parental roles as the ocean world expands to include Dory’s family. DeGeneres took to Twitter with a playful line about the news, writing, This is great. I can’t wait for Take Your Daughter to Work Day.
Albert Brooks, who voiced Marlin in the original film, is confirmed to reprise his role. MODERN FAMILY star Ty Burrell will voice a whale named Bailey, a friendly character whose path crosses Dory’s on her memory quest. Bailey and Dory are expected to become friends, which would bring back a moment many fans remember when Dory spoke whale in a previous scene. The cast brings a blend of familiar voices and new energy to the underwater world, signaling a mix of humor and heart can be expected once the adventures begin.
FINDING DORY is set a year after the events of FINDING NEMO. The production, led by Pixar and directed by Andrew Stanton, brought together a robust ensemble that aims to explore themes of family, memory, and belonging through Dory’s point of view. The film is widely anticipated in both Canada and the United States, where families and fans have followed the characters since Nemo first swam onto screens. With the cast expanding and new characters introduced, the sequel promises both nostalgia and fresh discoveries within the familiar oceanic world.
Are viewers ready for another voyage into the reef? The announcement confirms a cast mix that appeals to long time fans and new audiences alike, combining seasoned actors with recognized talents from popular television and cinema. The story aims to revisit the humor and warmth that defined the first film while inviting new adventures and heartfelt moments. The question remains for audiences around the globe: are you looking forward to this sequel?