Strange World

On a sprawling expedition into an uncharted frontier, a clan of explorers called the Clades must settle a problem that threatens their land. Searcher Clade leads the mission with careful scientific curiosity, while his trailblazing father Jaeger urges bold action, and their differing styles pull the family in opposing directions. Joined by Searcher’s partner Meridian and their curious son Ethan, they push past known borders into a landscape filled with luminous ecosystems and bizarre creatures. The deeper they go, the more the personal tensions within the clan surface, challenging not just the plan but their trust in one another. The stakes grow as the mission becomes a test of loyalty and resilience. And the price of pride.

Directed by Don Hall and produced by Pixar, Strange World is an original sci fi adventure from Walt Disney Pictures. It arrived in theaters in late 2022, offering vibrant characters, ambitious world design, and a story built for family audiences and curious travelers.

Its worldwide gross stood around 73.6 million against a production budget of about 180 million, marking a solid box office within Disney's lineup yet underscoring the film's mixed reception among critics and families alike who weighed spectacle against narrative momentum.

Strange World has sparked conversation about family dynamics and representation in animation, packing a diverse voice cast and a theme of cooperation across differences. It invites viewers to consider how science and curiosity can coexist with tradition and love, while pointing to shared responsibilities toward communities and ecosystems.

Critics applauded the film for its lush animation and imaginative world building, while some found the pacing uneven and the story less engaging than top Pixar outings. The core themes emphasize teamwork, acceptance, and responsibility toward one's world, inviting families to reflect on courage and compassion in their daily lives.