Exploring the Reef (2003): cast, story & where to watch

2003 · Film · ★ 6.1

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Released in 2003, Exploring the Reef is a comedy, animation and documentary film directed by Roger Gould, running about 7 minutes.

What it’s about. Jean-Michael Cousteau's documentary about the Great Barrier Reef keeps getting interrupted by characters from Disney's Finding Nemo.

Who’s in it. Exploring the Reef stars Jean-Michel Cousteau as Jean-Michel Cousteau, Albert Brooks as Marlin (voice), Ellen DeGeneres as Dory (voice) and Alexander Gould as Nemo (voice).

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.1/10, Exploring the Reef has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Exploring the Reef page.

If you liked it. Fans of Exploring the Reef tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Exploring the Reef (2003)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Exploring the Reef change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Exploring the Reef worth watching?
Exploring the Reef holds an audience score of 6.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, animation and documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Exploring the Reef?
Exploring the Reef stars Jean-Michel Cousteau, Albert Brooks, Ellen DeGeneres and Alexander Gould.
When was Exploring the Reef released?
Exploring the Reef was released in 2003, with a runtime of about 7 minutes.