Dora (2024 TV series)
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| Also known as | Dora: Say Hola to Adventure![1] |
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| Directed by | Don Kim |
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| Opening theme | "¡Exploradora!" performed by Joleen Belle, Joachim Svare, GG Ramirez, and Gabe Lopez |
| Ending theme | "¡Exploradora! (Instrumental)" |
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| No. of seasons | 1 |
| No. of episodes | 26 |
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| Running time | 11 minutes |
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| Release | April 12, 2024 – present |
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Dora is an animated children's television series created by Chris Gifford and Valerie Walsh Valdes for the streaming service Paramount+. It premiered on April 12, 2024.[5] It is a reboot of the animated series Dora the Explorer (2000–2019).[6]
Premise[edit]
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[edit]
Main[edit]
- Dora Márquez (voiced by Diana Zermeño[3]): The titular character of the series, who is a 7-year old Latina girl.
- Boots (voiced by Asher Spence[3]): Dora's monkey best friend who is the co-host of the series.
- Swiper (voiced by Marc Weiner, reprising his role from the original series[3]): The main antagonist in the series, an orange fox who steals or attempts to steal key items that help Dora and Boots on their adventures.
- Map (voiced by Anairis Quiñones[3]): A helpful talking map, who helps Dora and her friends on how they can get to their main place. Map is changed from male to female for the reboot.
- Backpack (voiced by Katarina Sky[3]): Dora's talking backpack, who helps Dora on her adventures by holding things she needs.
- Grumpy Old Troll (voiced by Danny Burstein[3]): 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[3]): A 4-year-old Spanish-speaking squirrel who is one of Dora and Boots' friends.
- Isa (voiced by Tandi Fomukong[3]): An iguana who is smart and mature and is also one of Dora and Boots' friends.
- Benny (voiced by Quintún Muñoz-Rademacher[3]): 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[3]): A large red bird.
- The Fiesta Trio (Frog and Marmoset voiced by Danny Burstein, Armadillo voiced by Anairis Quiñones[3]): They are a trio of small creatures who play instruments and are friends with Dora and Boots.
Recurring[edit]
- Mami (voiced by Kathleen Herles[3]): Dora's mother.
- Herles was the original voice of Dora during the first four seasons of the original series.
- Papi (voiced by Mike Smith Rivera[3]): Dora's father.
- Abuela (voiced by Maria Canals-Barrera[3]): Dora's grandmother.
- Ale the Alebrije (voiced by Kate del Castillo[3]): A colored-jaguar who is a magical creature.
Episodes[edit]
Series overview[edit]
| Season | Episodes | Originally aired | ||
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| 1 | 26 | April 12, 2024 | April 12, 2024 | |
Season 1 (2024)[edit]
| No. | Title | Directed by | Written by | Original release date [7] | |||||
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| 1 | "Catch the Quickatoo" | Don Kim | Written by : Benjamin Weiner Storyboard by : Dermot Walshe | April 12, 2024 | |||||
| Dora and Boots need to take a picture of a rare Quickatoo for Abuela. | |||||||||
| 2 | "Lost Lorito" | Don Kim | Written by : Valerie Walsh Valdes Storyboard by : Claudia Fuenzalida | April 12, 2024 | |||||
| Dora and Boots return a baby parrot home, who can't stop copying Boots' dialogue. | |||||||||
| 3 | "Rainbow's Lost Colors" | Don Kim | Written by : Maggie Diaz Bofill Storyboard by : Frank Ramirez | April 12, 2024 | |||||
| Dora recovers three colors that are missing from the rainbow so that her twin brother and sister can see it. | |||||||||
| 4 | "Boots' Rubber Band Ball" | Don Kim | Written by : Emma Ramos Storyboard by : Steve Stefanelli | April 12, 2024 | |||||
| Boots has to retrieve his ball after it lands in the front yard of Cynthia the Centipede. | |||||||||
| 5 | "The Alebrije Adventure" | Don Kim | Written by : Emma Ramos Storyboard by : Austen Payne, Troy Sullivan and Dermot Walshe | April 12, 2024 | |||||
| Dora helps an Alebrije recover the rainbow water needed for a special tree. | |||||||||
| 6 | "Let's Get A Paleta!" | Don Kim | Written by : Toby Arguello Storyboard by : Somboun Souannhaphanh | April 12, 2024 | |||||
| During a massive heatwave in the rainforest, Dora needs to rescue Val's paleta truck and prevent the icy treats from melting. | |||||||||
| 7 | "Big Red Chicken Wake Up!" | Don Kim | Written by : Alejandro Bien-Willner Storyboard by : Frank Ramirez | April 12, 2024 | |||||
| Dora and Boots need to awaken the Big Red Chicken before he floats down to a waterfall. | |||||||||
| 8 | "The Mystery Gift" | Don Kim | Written by : Rebeca Delgado Storyboard by : John Flagg | April 12, 2024 | |||||
| Dora and friends must solve a series of questions to open a mysterious gift. | |||||||||
| 9 | "Friendaversary Adventure" | Don Kim | Written by : Jesenia Ruiz Storyboard by : Dermot Walshe | April 12, 2024 | |||||
| Dora and Boots need to rescue Isa on their Friendaversary! | |||||||||
| 10 | "Swiper's Birthday Surprise" | Don Kim | Written by : Toby Arguello Storyboard by : Al Jeffrey | April 12, 2024 | |||||
| Dora brings a gift to Swiper on his birthday, but she needs to prevent him from swiping his own gift and ruining the surprise. | |||||||||
| 11 | "The Little Axolotl" | Don Kim | Written by : Rebeca Delgado Storyboard by : Frank Ramirez | April 12, 2024 | |||||
| Dora and Boots helps a baby axolotl to find his mother. | |||||||||
| 12 | "Bubble Trouble" | Don Kim | Written by : Sean Gill Storyboard by : Dan Nosella | April 12, 2024 | |||||
| Dora, Boots, and Tico must save the Big Red Chicken who floats away in a bubble right before the talent show. | |||||||||
| 13 | "Rainforest Ritmo" | Don Kim | Written by : Alejandro Bien-Willner, Rebeca Delgado and Toby Arguello Storyboard by : Dermot Walshe | April 12, 2024 | |||||
| Boots needs to learn a new dance before going to Isa's party. | |||||||||
| 14 | "The Magic Nut" | Don Kim | Written by : Benjamin Weiner Storyboard by : Al Jeffrey | April 12, 2024 | |||||
| Dora leads everyone into the Tricky Trappy Forest to recover a Tico's magic nut. | |||||||||
| 15 | "Tiny Dancer" | Don Kim | Written by : Rebeca Delgado Storyboard by : Frank Ramirez | April 12, 2024 | |||||
| Bailarina loes her Adelitas (women soldiers), and Dora and Boots have to recover them. | |||||||||
| 16 | "The Sleepy Sun" | Don Kim | Written by : Heidi Lux and Nikki Taguilas Storyboard by : Dan Nosella | April 12, 2024 | |||||
| The sun refuses to set without its Pillow cloud. So Dora and Boots try to recover the cloud so that the Sun can set. | |||||||||
| 17 | "Tres Leches Trouble" | Don Kim | Written by : Heidi Lux and Nikki Taguilas Storyboard by : Frank Ramirez | April 12, 2024 | |||||
| Dora and Boots help Benny deliver a giant birthday cake to his Abuela's house. | |||||||||
| 18 | "Wizzle Wozzle Woo" | Don Kim | Written by : Sean Gill Storyboard by : John Flagg | April 12, 2024 | |||||
| Dora helps the Fiesta Trio recover their missing instruments after they were frightened by a loud and strange noise. | |||||||||
| 19 | "Croc-A-Bye Baby" | Don Kim | Written by : Alejandro Bien-Willner Storyboard by : Dermot Walshe | April 12, 2024 | |||||
| "Wanna Empanada?" | |||||||||
| Croc-A-Bye Baby: Dora gets a baby crocodile to sleep. Wanna Empanada?: The troll refuses to get an empanada. | |||||||||
| 20 | "If the Boot Fits" | Don Kim | Written by : Alejandro Bien-Willner Storyboard by : Al Jeffrey | April 12, 2024 | |||||
| "Piñata Party" | |||||||||
| If the Boot Fits: Boots tries on new boots. Piñata Party: The twins have problems with their first piñata. | |||||||||
| 21 | "Tico and Bip Bip's Big Show" | Don Kim | Written by : Benjamin Weiner Storyboard by : Frank Ramirez | April 12, 2024 | |||||
| Dora has to escort Bip Bip to a concert with Tico, but he keeps powering off. | |||||||||
| 22 | "Wonky Wishing Wand" | Don Kim | Written by : Heidi Lux and Nikki Taguilas Storyboard by : Dan Nosella | April 12, 2024 | |||||
| The Big Red Chicken accidentally makes himself small after a magical mishap, and Dora and Boots must change him back to normal. | |||||||||
| 23 | "A Guayabera For Tico" | Don Kim | Written by : Maggie Diaz Bofill Storyboard by : Frank Ramirez | April 12, 2024 | |||||
| Boots wants to give a Guayabera to Tico, which can magically produce anything out of its pockets. | |||||||||
| 24 | "Falling Estrellas" | Don Kim | Written by : Jesenia Ruiz Storyboard by : Dan Nosella | April 12, 2024 | |||||
| Dora and Boots must recover the three missing stars to a special constellation. | |||||||||
| 25 | "Crabby Boots" | Don Kim | Written by : Sean Gill Storyboard by : Austen Payne | April 12, 2024 | |||||
| When a hermit crab accidentally uses Boots' boot as a shell, Dora helps her find her original shell. | |||||||||
| 26 | "Papi's Picnic Party" | Don Kim | Written by : Rebeca Delgado Storyboard by : Claudia Fuenzalida | April 12, 2024 | |||||
| Dora gives away ingredients on the way to a picnic. | |||||||||
Production[edit]
The series reboot was announced and revealed in 2021 by Brian Robbins at the ViacomCBS' Investors Day Event. The series was ordered by Paramount+ that was originally set to premiere in 2023,[8] but was pushed further to be release in 2024.
The dialogue was recorded at Burbank-based Atlas Oceanic Sound and Picture and New York City-based Hyperbolic Audio.[9] 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. [10]
Release[edit]
Prior to the series official launch date, sneak peeks have been resurfaced on the franchise's official YouTube channel since September 30, 2023.[11]
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.[3] The series also aired on the Nick Jr. Channel internationally.[12]
On April 24, 2024, it was announced that Paramount+ renewed the show for a second season.[13]
Merchandise[edit]
In addition to being released on Paramount+, the reboot also includes a toy line from Spin Master to promote the series.[14]
References[edit]
- ^ @paramountplusca (February 22, 2024). "She's back and better than ever! Watch the new movie special Dora: Say Hola to Adventure!, streaming now on @ParamountPlusCA 💜" – via Instagram.
- ^ Graeber, Laurel (April 10, 2024). "¡Vámonos! Dora Is Back for a New Round of Exploring". New York Times. Retrieved April 12, 2024.
- ^ a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q "Paramount Press Express - Dora - About".
- ^ @pipeline_studios (February 28, 2024). "Pipeline Studios is thrilled to announce our partnership with Nickelodeon Animation to bring back the beloved Dora the Explorer in an all-new CG-animated series! A new generation of explorers will love the stunning new visuals and imaginative, character-driven storylines starring Dora and her best monkey friend Boots as they embark on epic adventures in a fantastical rainforest. Packed with excitement, laughter, and lots of fun, there's never been a better time to gather your amigos and set forth on this epic adventure! Mark your calendars for the ultimate expedition, with 26 CG-animated episodes premiering Friday, April 12, exclusively on Paramount+!" – via Instagram.
- ^ Vlessing, Evan (February 26, 2024). "Dora Swings Into Animated Reboot Action in Trailer for Paramount+ Series". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved March 7, 2024.
- ^ D'Alessandro, Anthony (September 14, 2023). "'Dora And The Fantastical Creatures': New Animated Short To Debut Before 'PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie'". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved November 28, 2023.
- ^ "DORA (2024): Watch New Series on Paramount+". Paramount+. Retrieved April 12, 2024.
- ^ Petski, Denise; Andreeva, Nellie (February 15, 2022). "'Dora The Explorer' CG-Animated Preschool Series Gets Paramount+ Green Light, Live-Action 'Dora' Series Now Aimed At Tweens". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved December 1, 2023.
- ^ @hyperbolicaudio (February 26, 2024). ""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!"" – via Instagram.
- ^ "Paramount+ Shares 'Dora' Series Trailer". Animation World Network. Retrieved March 30, 2024.
- ^ "Dora & Friends - YouTube". YouTube.
NEW animated Nick Jr. Dora series coming in 2024!
- ^ "FOR THE ALL-NEW ORIGINAL ANIMATED SERIES, DORA, PREMIERING GLOBALLY ON FRIDAY, APRIL 12" (Press release). Nickelodeon. Retrieved March 31, 2024 – via PR Newswire.
- ^ Petski, Denise (April 24, 2024). "'Dora' Animated Preschool Series Renewed For Season 2 By Paramount+". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved April 24, 2024.
- ^ "Spin Master to launch toys for Paramount's new Dora series in 2024". Mojo Nation. November 28, 2023. Retrieved November 28, 2023.
