The Son of Bigfoot

Adam Harrison is a teenager who feels out of place, until he decides to discover what happened to his long lost dad. He finds that his father is the legendary Bigfoot, living off the grid to shield his family from HairCo., a ruthless corporation eager to harvest his DNA. Father and son begin to rebuild their bond, and Adam discovers he has inherited powers beyond anything he imagined. HairCo. closes in, drawn by the clues Adam leaves in his wake. The story blends humor with heart as a fragile family fights to stay hidden and safe. Together they discover courage they never expected.

Directed by Jérémie Degruson and Ben Stassen, The Son of Bigfoot draws on an original story by Bob Barlen, Cal Brunker and Matthias De Clercq. It arrived in 2017 as a family friendly animated release for audiences around the world.

With a budget of 30 million, The Son of Bigfoot grossed 46,372,519 worldwide, a respectable return for a mid range family feature that found audiences in multiple territories, with stronger showings in Europe and Asia, and performances in North America.

Critics generally welcomed its warmth and humor, noting that it works well for younger viewers while offering a straightforward take on family loyalty and trust. The film touches on ethics in science and corporate greed without becoming preachy, delivering messages about resilience and inclusion, and it emphasizes teamwork over fear.

It helped seed a small franchise, leading to a 2020 sequel titled Bigfoot Family, and keeping the characters in family friendly streaming rotations. Its approachable tone and emphasis on cooperation over fear have helped it remain a common pick for family viewing and classroom screenings for families and classrooms alike.