Luca (2021)
A sun-drenched Pixar adventure about friendship, identity, and one unforgettable summer on the Italian Riviera.
Luca - Movie Information
- Original Title: Luca
- Release Year: 2021
- Directed by: Enrico Casarosa
- Type: Movie
- Genres: Animation, Comedy, Fantasy, Family, Drama
- Age Rating (US): PG
- Runtime: 1h 35m
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: English, Italian
- Release Date (Theatrical): June 17, 2021 (Czech Republic - U), March 22, 2024 (United States - PG), April 5, 2024 (United Kingdom - U), March 7, 2024 (Australia - G), June 17, 2021 (South Korea - ALL), August 20, 2021 (China)
- Alternative Titles: Pixar Film Fest: Luca (AU), 卢卡 (CN), 盛夏友晴天 (HK), Mùa Hè Của Luca (VN), ลูก้า (TH), Лука (KZ), 루카 (KR)
- Production Companies: Pixar
- Production Countries: United States of America
Luca - Plot
Luca and his best friend Alberto experience an unforgettable summer on the Italian Riviera. But all the fun is threatened by a deeply-held secret: they are sea monsters from another world just below the water's surface.
Luca - Trailer
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Luca - Cast & Crew
Director(s)
- Enrico Casarosa
Main Cast
- Jacob Tremblay
- Jack Dylan Grazer
- Emma Berman
- Saverio Raimondo
- Maya Rudolph
- Marco Barricelli
- Jim Gaffigan
- Peter Sohn
- Lorenzo Crisci
- Marina Massironi
Writers
- Enrico Casarosa
- Jesse Andrews
- Simon Stephenson
- Mike Jones
Producers
- Andrea Warren
Luca - FAQs
Where can you stream Luca?
Luca is available to stream exclusively on Disney+. It can also be purchased digitally on Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. The film was released directly to Disney+ in many regions without a traditional theatrical run.
Is Luca based on a true story?
Luca is not based on a true story, but it draws heavily from director Enrico Casarosa's own childhood memories growing up in Genoa, Italy. The friendship between Luca and Alberto reflects Casarosa's real bond with a close childhood friend, giving the film a deeply personal and autobiographical emotional core.
What is Luca about?
Luca follows two young sea monsters, Luca Paguro and Alberto Scorfano, who spend a magical summer on the Italian Riviera. Disguised as human boys, they befriend a local girl named Giulia and dream of exploring the world, while hiding their true identities from the monster-fearing townspeople.
Who voices the main characters in Luca?
Jacob Tremblay voices Luca Paguro and Jack Dylan Grazer voices Alberto Scorfano. Emma Berman plays Giulia Marcovaldo, Saverio Raimondo voices the villain Ercole Visconti, and Maya Rudolph voices Luca's mother Daniela. Jim Gaffigan and Marco Barricelli round out the principal cast.
Is there a post-credits scene in Luca?
Yes, Luca features a brief post-credits scene. It shows Giulia and Luca exchanging letters, hinting at their continued friendship after the summer ends. Viewers are encouraged to stay through the credits to catch this short but heartwarming bonus moment.
What age rating does Luca have?
Luca is rated PG in the United States. The rating reflects mild thematic elements and some brief action sequences. The film is broadly suitable for all ages and is particularly well-suited for family viewing, with content that resonates with both children and adults.
Who directed Luca and what inspired the film?
Luca was directed by Enrico Casarosa, an Italian-born Pixar filmmaker making his feature directorial debut. The film was inspired by his childhood summers in Genoa and his friendship with a free-spirited friend who broadened his horizons, much like Alberto does for Luca in the story.
How long is the Pixar film Luca?
Luca has a runtime of 95 minutes, or 1 hour and 35 minutes. This makes it one of Pixar's more compact features, keeping the pacing brisk and the storytelling focused. It is an ideal length for family audiences, especially younger viewers with shorter attention spans.
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