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Dolphin Tale

  • 20112011
  • PGPG
  • 1h 53m
IMDb RATING
6.8/10
24K
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POPULARITY
8,738
512
Dolphin Tale (2011)
A story centered on the friendship between a boy and a dolphin whose tail was lost in a crab trap.
Play trailer2:33
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A story centered on the friendship between a boy and a dolphin whose tail was lost in a crab trap.A story centered on the friendship between a boy and a dolphin whose tail was lost in a crab trap.A story centered on the friendship between a boy and a dolphin whose tail was lost in a crab trap.
IMDb RATING
6.8/10
24K
YOUR RATING
POPULARITY
8,738
512
  • See more at IMDbPro
    • Director
      • Charles Martin Smith
    • Writers
      • Karen Janszen
      • Noam Dromi
    • Stars
      • Morgan Freeman
      • Ashley Judd
      • Harry Connick Jr.
    Top credits
    • Director
      • Charles Martin Smith
    • Writers
      • Karen Janszen
      • Noam Dromi
    • Stars
      • Morgan Freeman
      • Ashley Judd
      • Harry Connick Jr.
  • See production, box office & company info
    • 96User reviews
    • 129Critic reviews
    • 64Metascore
    • Awards
      • 4 wins & 4 nominations

    Videos4

    Dolphin Tale: Trailer #2
    Trailer 2:33
    Dolphin Tale: Trailer #2
    Dolphin Tale: Trailer #1
    Trailer 1:48
    Dolphin Tale: Trailer #1
    Behind the Scenes
    Featurette 2:33
    Behind the Scenes
    Dolphin Tale
    Featurette 2:32
    Dolphin Tale

    Photos66

    Nathan Gamble and Austin Stowell in Dolphin Tale (2011)
    Harry Connick Jr. in Dolphin Tale (2011)
    Kris Kristofferson, Nathan Gamble, and Cozi Zuehlsdorff in Dolphin Tale (2011)
    Winter The Dolphin, Austin Highsmith Garces, and Winter in Dolphin Tale (2011)
    Winter The Dolphin and Winter in Dolphin Tale (2011)
    Morgan Freeman, Harry Connick Jr., Nathan Gamble, Austin Highsmith Garces, and Cozi Zuehlsdorff in Dolphin Tale (2011)
    Winter The Dolphin, Nathan Gamble, and Winter in Dolphin Tale (2011)
    Ashley Judd in Dolphin Tale (2011)
    Harry Connick Jr., Nathan Gamble, and Cozi Zuehlsdorff in Dolphin Tale (2011)
    Morgan Freeman, Harry Connick Jr., Nathan Gamble, Austin Highsmith Garces, Juliana Harkavy, Betzaida Landín, and Cozi Zuehlsdorff in Dolphin Tale (2011)
    Cozi Zuehlsdorff in Dolphin Tale (2011)
    Winter The Dolphin and Winter in Dolphin Tale (2011)

    Top cast

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    Morgan Freeman
    Morgan Freeman
    • Dr. Cameron McCarthy
    Ashley Judd
    Ashley Judd
    • Lorraine Nelson
    Harry Connick Jr.
    Harry Connick Jr.
    • Dr. Clay Haskett
    Nathan Gamble
    Nathan Gamble
    • Sawyer Nelson
    Kris Kristofferson
    Kris Kristofferson
    • Reed Haskett
    Cozi Zuehlsdorff
    Cozi Zuehlsdorff
    • Hazel Haskett
    Austin Stowell
    Austin Stowell
    • Kyle Connellan
    Frances Sternhagen
    Frances Sternhagen
    • Gloria Forrest
    Austin Highsmith Garces
    Austin Highsmith Garces
    • Phoebe
    • (as Austin Highsmith)
    Betzaida Landín
    Betzaida Landín
    • Kat
    • (as Betsy Landin)
    Juliana Harkavy
    Juliana Harkavy
    • Rebecca
    Megan Lozicki
    • Brittany
    Jim Fitzpatrick
    Jim Fitzpatrick
    • Max Connellan
    Kim Ostrenko
    Kim Ostrenko
    • Alyce Connellan
    Michael Roark
    Michael Roark
    • Donovan Peck
    Richard Libertini
    Richard Libertini
    • Fisherman
    Ray McKinnon
    Ray McKinnon
    • Mr. Doyle
    Ashley White
    Ashley White
    • Sandra Sinclair
    • Director
      • Charles Martin Smith
    • Writers
      • Karen Janszen
      • Noam Dromi
    • All cast & crew
    • Production, box office & more at IMDbPro

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    Storyline

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    Did you know

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    • Trivia
      The gel / liner for Winter the dolphin - as well as Winter herself - is in fact REAL. It was not done with special effects and is actually Winter herself swimming around both without the prosthetic tail and with the prosthesis. Initially the aquarium had issues with keeping a prosthetic tail on her that was secure and comfortable. Because of this they reached out to a local medical manufacturer, ALPS South out of St. Petersburg, Florida partnered with Hanger Orthopedic Group and ALPS South developed the liner, specifically designed to comfortably and securely fit Winter's prosthetic tail.
    • Goofs
      Sawyer is wearing a short sleeve blue t-shirt when he jumps into the water after the relay race at the end of the movie. Once underwater, the shirt has long black sleeves. This indicates a passage of time.
    • Quotes

      Hazel Haskett: What does your dad do?

      Sawyer Nelson: I don't know. He left like 5 years ago. We don't know where he is. He never calls, never writes.

      Hazel Haskett: Oh.

      Sawyer Nelson: So what does your mom do?

      Hazel Haskett: She died when I was 7. Never calls, never writes.

      [smiles]

    • Alternate versions
      Also shown in 3D version.
    • Connections
      Featured in Maltin on Movies: Moneyball (2011)
    • Soundtracks
      World Gone Crazy
      Written by Tom Johnston

      Performed by The Doobie Brothers

      Courtesy of DooBro Entertainment Corporation & HOR Records

      By arrangement with Warner Music Group Film & TV Licensing

    User reviews96

    Review
    Review
    Top review
    10/10
    Everything to love!
    I brought my 8 year old daughter with me to preview Dolphin Tale and we both LOVED it! This is a perfect family movie and I couldn't recommend it enough. The message was positive and although there were some heavy topics addressed - it wasn't over the top... you leave feeling good with lots to think about. This isn't just a movie that encourages you to never give up. It did a great job bringing up real issues like self-image, pride, acceptance of those who are different, self-worth, homeschooling, importance of family, the power of a good family, the value of family. It addresses family relationships, friendship with those who are different, public school issues... oh, and so much more! This movie opens opportunity for discussion with your kids OR you can just go and enjoy the story. Can't wait to see it again in September!
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    FAQ1

    • How did they do the special effects of filming a dolphin with no tail?

    Details

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    • Release date
      • September 23, 2011 (United States)
    • Countries of origin
      • Canada
      • United States
    • Official sites
      • Official site
      • Official site (France)
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Chú Cá Heo Đuôi Giả
    • Filming locations
      • Clearwater Marine Aquarium, Clearwater, Florida, USA
    • Production companies
      • Alcon Entertainment
      • Arc Productions
      • St. Petersburg Clearwater Film Commission
    • See more company credits at IMDbPro

    Box office

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    • Budget
      • $37,000,000 (estimated)
    • Gross US & Canada
      • $72,286,779
    • Opening weekend US & Canada
      • $19,152,401
      • Sep 25, 2011
    • Gross worldwide
      • $95,943,453
    See detailed box office info on IMDbPro

    Technical specs

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    • Runtime
      1 hour 53 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Dolby Digital
      • SDDS
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.85 : 1

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