Miraculous World: Paris, Tales of Shadybug and Claw Noir (2023)
An animated special where Ladybug and Cat Noir confront their evil parallel-universe doubles in a high-stakes battle for the Butterfly Miraculous.
Miraculous World: Paris, Tales of Shadybug and Claw Noir - Movie Information
- Original Title: Miraculous World : Paris, Les Aventures de Toxinelle et Griffe Noire
- Release Year: 2023
- Directed by: Thomas Astruc
- Type: Movie
- Genres: Animation, Family, Action, Fantasy
- Age Rating (US): PG
- Runtime: 46m
- Original Language: French
- Spoken Languages: French
- Production Companies: ZAG Entertainment, SAMG Entertainment, Method Animation, The Walt Disney Company EMEA, Télé-Québec, TF1, Gloob, Norman Studio
- Production Countries: Canada, France, South Korea, United Kingdom
- Alternative Titles: ميراكلوس العالم الموازي شادي باغ و كلاو نوير (EG), Miraculous Paris (US), Geschichten von Shadybug und Claw Noir (DE), Miraculous World: Paris, As Aventuras de Shadybug e Claw Noir (BR), Świat Miraculum: Mrocznadronka i Czarny Szpon (PL), Mucizevi Paris: Gölge Böcek ile Kara Pençe'nin Maceraları (TR), 奇迹少女·双面人生 (CN), Леди Баг и Супер-Кот: Париж (RU)
Miraculous World: Paris, Tales of Shadybug and Claw Noir - Plot
Miraculous holders from another world appear in Paris. They come from a parallel universe where everything is reversed: the holders of Ladybug and Black Cat Miraculouses, Shadybug and Claw Noir, are the bad guys, and the holder of the Butterfly Miraculous, Betterfly, is a superhero. Ladybug and Cat Noir will have to help Betterfly counter the attacks of their evil doubles and prevent them from seizing the Butterfly Miraculous. Can our heroes also help Betterfly make Shadybug and Claw Noir better people?
Miraculous World: Paris, Tales of Shadybug and Claw Noir - Trailer
Watch the official trailer and see the parallel-universe showdown unfold:
It only takes one decision to become a hero.
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Miraculous World: Paris, Tales of Shadybug and Claw Noir - Cast & Crew
Director(s)
- Thomas Astruc
Main Cast
- Antoine Tomé
- Anouck Hautbois
- Benjamin Bollen
- Fanny Bloc
- Marie Nonnenmacher
- Thierry Kazazian
- Martial Le Minoux
- Jessie Lambotte
- Alexandre Nguyen
- Marie Chevalot
Writers
- Sébastien Thibaudeau
- Thomas Astruc
- Mélanie Duval
- Frédéric/que Engel Lenoir
Producers
- Jeremy Zag
- Aton Soumache
Miraculous World: Paris, Tales of Shadybug and Claw Noir - FAQs
What is Miraculous World: Paris, Tales of Shadybug and Claw Noir about?
The special follows Ladybug and Cat Noir as they encounter evil mirror versions of themselves — Shadybug and Claw Noir — from a parallel universe. Alongside the heroic Betterfly, they must stop their dark doubles from stealing the Butterfly Miraculous and, if possible, help them become better people.
Who are Shadybug and Claw Noir in this special?
Shadybug and Claw Noir are the parallel-universe counterparts of Ladybug and Cat Noir — essentially evil versions of our heroes. In their world, the roles are reversed: they are the villains, while Betterfly, the holder of the Butterfly Miraculous, is the superhero trying to stop them.
Where can you watch Miraculous World: Paris, Tales of Shadybug and Claw Noir?
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Does Betterfly replace Hawk Moth in the parallel universe?
Yes — in the parallel universe, Betterfly holds the Butterfly Miraculous and uses it for good, acting as a true superhero. This is the direct inversion of Hawk Moth (Gabriel Agreste) from the main timeline, who wields the same Miraculous as a villain to create Akumas and cause chaos.
Is Miraculous World: Paris suitable for young children?
Yes, it's rated PG, making it appropriate for most kids with some parental guidance. The special features superhero action, a parallel-universe storyline, and themes of choice and redemption — all presented in the colorful, accessible style fans of the Miraculous series know and love.
Who directed Miraculous World: Paris, Tales of Shadybug and Claw Noir?
Thomas Astruc directed the special. He is also the creator of the entire Miraculous: Tales of Ladybug & Cat Noir franchise, so this installment is very much a passion project — he co-wrote the script alongside Sébastien Thibaudeau, Mélanie Duval, and Frédéric/que Engel Lenoir.
Is this special connected to the main Miraculous series?
Absolutely. This is part of the Miraculous World series of specials that expand the universe beyond the main animated show. It follows Miraculous World: New York, United HeroeZ (2020) and connects to Miraculous World: London, At the Edge of Time (2024), tying directly into the broader Miraculous lore and character arcs.
What is the tagline for this Miraculous World special?
The tagline is "It only takes one decision to become a hero." It perfectly captures the special's central theme — that heroism isn't destiny but a choice, which becomes especially meaningful when Ladybug and Cat Noir try to help their evil doubles find a better path.
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