Tad, the Lost Explorer (2012): cast, story & where to watch
2012 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 2012, Tad, the Lost Explorer is a comedy, adventure, family and animation film directed by Enrique Gato, running about 90 minutes. “No whip, no gun... All fun!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Tad is a celebrity archaeologist and adventurer just like his hero Max Mordon... in his dreams! In reality, Tad is a Chicago construction worker. One day, however, he is mistaken for a real professor and takes his place on a flight to Peru in search of the lost city of Paititi.
Who’s in it. Tad, the Lost Explorer stars Óscar Barberán as Tad Jones (voice), Michelle Jenner as Sara Lavrof (voice), José Mota as Freddy (voice) and Pep Anton Muñoz as Max Mordon (voice), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, Tad, the Lost Explorer has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $23M at the box office.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Midnight Pulp Amazon Channel and Dove Amazon Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Tad, the Lost Explorer page.
If you liked it. Fans of Tad, the Lost Explorer tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Tad, the Lost Explorer (2012)?
- In US, Tad, the Lost Explorer is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads and Midnight Pulp Amazon Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Tad, the Lost Explorer worth watching?
- Tad, the Lost Explorer holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, adventure, family and animation. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Tad, the Lost Explorer?
- Tad, the Lost Explorer stars Óscar Barberán, Michelle Jenner, José Mota, Pep Anton Muñoz and Miguel Ángel Jenner.
- When was Tad, the Lost Explorer released?
- Tad, the Lost Explorer was released in 2012, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.