Finding Nemo (2003) is a heartwarming and visually stunning Pixar adventure that follows a clownfish named Marlin as he embarks on an epic journey across the ocean to find his lost son, Nemo. Alongside the forgetful but lovable Dory, Marlin faces thrilling encounters with sharks, sea turtles, and jellyfish in a story filled with humor, emotion, and breathtaking animation. Winner of the Academy Award for Best Animated Feature, Finding Nemo became a cultural phenomenon, praised for its heartfelt storytelling, unforgettable characters, and stunning underwater world, cementing its place as one of Pixar’s most beloved films.

🎨 Come Early for Family Fun!  Bring your little Nemos and Dorys starting at 2:00 PM for exciting kids’ activities and whimsical face painting on the 3rd floor of our performance center.

🎬 Movie Screening + Special Guest! Following the film, we’re honored to welcome Rockport native and Academy Award-winning director Andrew Stanton for an exclusive Q&A session. Hear firsthand about the making of Finding Nemo, his directorial debut that made waves around the world!

Writer/director Andrew Stanton; Photo by Jesse Grant/WireImage)

POST-SCREENING Q&A WITH DIRECTOR & CO-WRITER ANDREW STANTON

A native of Rockport, MA, two-time academy Award-winning director, screenwriter, and longtime creative leader at Pixar, Andrew Stanton returns to talk about the making of the hit-sensation Finding Nemo.

ABOUT ANDREW STANTON

Andrew Stanton is a two-time Academy Award®-winning director, screenwriter, and longtime creative leader at Pixar Animation Studios, where he joined in 1990 as the second animator and ninth employee. Currently serving as Vice President, Creative, Stanton oversees all short and feature film projects at the studio, playing a central role in shaping Pixar’s storytelling legacy.

Stanton made his feature directorial debut with Finding Nemo (2003), an original story he conceived and co-wrote. The film became a critical and commercial sensation, earning Stanton two Academy Award® nominations—for Best Original Screenplay and Best Animated Feature—winning the Oscar® for Best Animated Feature. It was Pixar’s first feature to earn that distinction. Finding Nemo continues to resonate with audiences worldwide, thanks to its heartfelt story, unforgettable characters, and emotional depth. Stanton later returned to the story with Finding Dory (2016), directing the sequel that went on to become the highest-grossing animated film domestically at the time of its release.

Stanton’s other acclaimed directorial work includes WALL·E (2008), which won the Academy Award® for Best Animated Feature and earned him an Oscar® nomination for Best Original Screenplay. He also served as screenwriter and executive producer of Toy Story 4 and was a key creative force behind every Pixar film from Toy Story onward, contributing as a screenwriter, co-director, or executive producer on films such as A Bug’s Life, Toy Story 2, Monsters, Inc., Brave, Ratatouille, and Monsters University. Expanding into live action, Stanton made his debut with Disney’s John Carter (2012), showcasing his versatility as a filmmaker.