Dora (TV series) explained
Alt Name: | Dora: Say Hola to Adventure![1] |
Director: | Don Kim |
Open Theme: | "¡Exploradora!" performed by Joleen Belle, Joachim Svare, GG Ramirez, and Gabe Lopez |
End Theme: | "¡Exploradora! (Instrumental)" |
Num Seasons: | 1 |
Num Episodes: | 26 |
Runtime: | 11 minutes |
Last Aired: | present |
Dora is an animated children's television series created by Chris Gifford and Valerie Walsh Valdes for the streaming service Paramount+ that premiered on April 12, 2024.[2] It is a new counterpart of the animated series Dora the Explorer (2000–2019), also created by Gifford and Valdes as well as Eric Weiner[3] and the 4th series overall in the Dora the Explorer franchise.
Paramount+ renewed the show for a second season 12 days later.[4] The show made its linear television premiere on Nickelodeon on August 5, 2024.[5] The second season will premiere on September 13, 2024.[6]
Premise
A reboot of the original series, the series follows the adventures of Dora and her monkey friend, Boots as they go on epic adventures in a rainforest. Accompanied by Dora's Map, Dora and her friends must work as a team to overcome many obstacles in the rainforest, including being challenged by Swiper.
Characters
Main
- Dora Márquez (voiced by Diana Zermeño) is the main protagonist of the series. She is a 7-year old Latina girl.
- Boots (voiced by Asher Colton Spence) is Dora's monkey best friend who is the co-host of the series.
- Swiper (voiced by Marc Weiner) is the main antagonist in the series. He is an orange fox who steals or attempts to steal key items that help Dora and Boots on their adventures.
- Map (voiced by Anairis Quiñones) is a helpful talking map, who helps Dora and her friends on how they can get to their main place. Map's gender is changed from male to female for the reboot.
- Backpack (voiced by Katarina Sky) is Dora's talking backpack, who helps Dora on her adventures by holding things she needs.
- Grumpy Old Troll (voiced by Danny Burstein) is a yellow creature who lives under the bridge. When someone crosses the bridge (notably Dora and Boots), he tells them to solve a riddle to proceed to their destination.
- Tico (voiced by Donovan Monzon-Sanders) is a 4-year-old Spanish-speaking squirrel who is one of Dora and Boots' friends.
- Isa (voiced by Tandi Fomukong) is an iguana who is smart and mature and is also one of Dora and Boots' friends.
- Benny (voiced by Quintún Muñoz) is a bull who lives in a barn and is the loyal person of the group. He is also one of Dora and Boots' friends.
- Big Red Chicken (voiced by Chris Gifford) is a large red bird.
- The Fiesta Trio (Frog and Marmoset voiced by Danny Burstein, Armadillo voiced by Anairis Quiñones) are a trio of small creatures who play instruments and are friends with Dora and Boots.
Recurring
- Mami (voiced by Kathleen Herles) is Dora's mother.
- Papi (voiced by Mike Smith Rivera) is Dora's father.
- Abuela (voiced by Maria Canals-Barrera) is Dora's grandmother.
- Ale the Alebrije (voiced by Kate del Castillo) is a colored-jaguar who is a magical creature.
Episodes
Season 1 (2024)
Production
The series' counterpart was announced and revealed in 2021 by Brian Robbins at the ViacomCBS' Investors Day Event. The series was ordered by Paramount+ and was originally set to premiere in 2023,[7] but was delayed to 2024.
The dialogue was recorded at Burbank-based Atlas Oceanic Sound and Picture and New York City-based Hyperbolic Audio.[8] The series is a co-production between Nickelodeon Animation Studio and Ontario-based, Pipeline Studios.
The series was executive-produced by Rich Magallanes, Chris Gifford, and Valerie Walsh Valdes, while Henry Lenardin-Madden serves as a co-executive, and Alejandro Bien-Willner serves as the editor to the series. Marielle Kaar also serves as the executive in charge of production for the series. [9]
Release
Prior to the series official launch date, sneak peeks have been resurfaced on the franchise's official YouTube channel since September 30, 2023.[10]
The series has premiered on April 12, 2024 (with the first season of 26 episodes), exclusively on Paramount+ in the United States, Canada, United Kingdom and Australia. The series also aired on the Nick Jr. Channel internationally.[11]
Merchandise
In addition to being released on Paramount+, the show also includes a toy line from Spin Master to promote the series unlike its original counterpart.[12]
Notes and References
- paramountplusca. C3qVvBdtWXt. She's back and better than ever! Watch the new movie special Dora: Say Hola to Adventure!, streaming now on @ParamountPlusCA . February 22, 2024.
- News: Dora Swings Into Animated Reboot Action in Trailer for Paramount+ Series. Vlessing. Evan. February 26, 2024. The Hollywood Reporter. March 7, 2024.
- Web site: 'Dora And The Fantastical Creatures': New Animated Short To Debut Before 'PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie'. September 14, 2023. Anthony. D'Alessandro. Deadline Hollywood. November 28, 2023.
- Web site: 'Dora' Animated Preschool Series Renewed For Season 2 By Paramount+. April 24, 2024. Denise. Petski. Deadline Hollywood. April 24, 2024.
- HyperSchedules. HyperSchedules. 1814536703429791786. July 19, 2024. HyperSchedules on X: "DORA! is scheduled to premiere on Nickelodeon on August 5th at 11:30am. Just that one airing for now." / X. X. July 19, 2024.
- Web site: 'Dora' Boogies to Season 2 Premiere with New Trailer, Music Video. August 5, 2024. Mercedes. Milligan. Animation Magazine. August 5, 2024.
- Web site: 'Dora The Explorer' CG-Animated Preschool Series Gets Paramount+ Green Light, Live-Action 'Dora' Series Now Aimed At Tweens. February 15, 2022. Denise. Petski. Nellie. Andreeva. Deadline Hollywood. December 1, 2023.
- hyperbolicaudio. C309o0bLlWO. "Who's ready for an exciting adventure?! Dora is back with some familiar faces and is all set to embark on new quests. We are thrilled to share a sneak peek of Dora's new series, which will be streaming on @paramountplus on April 12th. We owe a huge thanks to the amazing Nickelodeon team and talented individuals who continue to make each session better than the last. Let's get ready to explore!". February 26, 2024.
- Web site: Paramount+ Shares 'Dora' Series Trailer. March 30, 2024. Animation World Network. en.
- Web site: Dora & Friends - YouTube. . NEW animated Nick Jr. Dora series coming in 2024!.
- Nickelodeon. FOR THE ALL-NEW ORIGINAL ANIMATED SERIES, DORA, PREMIERING GLOBALLY ON FRIDAY, APRIL 12. March 31, 2024. PR Newswire. en.
- Web site: Spin Master to launch toys for Paramount's new Dora series in 2024. Mojo Nation. November 28, 2023. November 28, 2023.