Who Voices The Characters In Nemo Et Dory?

Ever since I first watched 'Finding Nemo' as a kid, the underwater world of Pixar has held a special place in my heart. 'Finding Dory' continues that adventure, but this time, the forgetful but lovable blue tang, Dory, takes center stage. The story follows her journey to reunite with her long-lost parents, relying on flashes of memory that lead her across the ocean to a marine life institute in California. Along the way, Marlin and Nemo join her, facing new challenges like escape plans, quirky new characters like Hank the octopus, and even a hilarious scene with sea lions. The film beautifully balances humor and heart, especially in Dory’s moments of vulnerability—her struggle with short-term memory loss adds depth to what could’ve been just a comedic sidekick role. The marine institute setting is a fresh twist, blending the open ocean’s freedom with the chaos of human intervention. By the end, I was cheering not just for Dory’s reunion but for the way the story celebrates family, perseverance, and the idea that everyone has their own way of navigating life’s currents.

The voice of Nemo in 'Finding Nemo' is brought to life by Alexander Gould, who was just a kid when he landed the role. His performance captures Nemo's innocence and determination perfectly—tiny but fierce, like a guppy with a heart of a shark. Gould’s voice carries that playful curiosity mixed with vulnerability, making Nemo’s journey from the reef to the open ocean unforgettable. Fun fact: Gould later voiced young Bamse in 'Bambi II', proving his talent wasn’t a one-time splash. Interestingly, Nemo’s voice had to sound believably young yet expressive enough to carry emotional scenes. Gould nailed it, especially in moments like the tank escape or reuniting with Marlin. His delivery makes you root for Nemo, whether he’s defiantly touching the butt or trembling in a dentist’s fish tank. It’s a performance that sticks with you, much like the film’s iconic lines.

I still get a little warm when I think about the soundscape of 'Ponyo' — the voices are such a big part of why the film feels like a warm seaside day. In the original Japanese version, the title role of Ponyo was voiced by a young girl named Yuria Nara, and Miyazaki intentionally cast actual children and a handful of experienced actors to give the film that spontaneous, innocent energy. The Japanese track leans into natural-sounding child performances that feel improvised at times, which I love. For international audiences the more commonly-discussed cast is the English dub: Noah Cyrus provided the voice of Ponyo, Frankie Jonas voiced Sōsuke, Tina Fey played Lisa (Sōsuke’s mom), Liam Neeson voiced Fujimoto (Ponyo’s father), and Cloris Leachman contributed a charming elderly-voice role. Those choices gave the dub a recognizable, celebrity-driven feel; hearing familiar voices like Tina Fey’s made me smile, while Noah Cyrus captured Ponyo’s bubbly, curious spirit. If you’re choosing between versions, I usually watch the Japanese track first for authenticity and then the English dub when friends or younger family members are watching — both have their own kind of magic.

I’m way into voice-cast gossip, so I dug around before replying: as of now there’s no official cast list for 'Finding Dory 2' because Pixar hasn’t announced a sequel with confirmed voices. That means any headlines claiming a full roster are probably rumors or speculative reporting. I keep refreshing Pixar’s newsroom and the studio’s social feeds when I’m trying to catch casting news—those are the places that’ll have the real deal. If a sequel were to happen, I’d expect a lot of the 2016 cast to return. In the first film, Ellen DeGeneres voiced Dory, Albert Brooks was Marlin, Ed O'Neill played Hank the octopus, Kaitlin Olson was Destiny the whale shark, Ty Burrell voiced Bailey the beluga, and Diane Keaton and Eugene Levy played Dory’s parents Jenny and Charlie. Those performers are closely identified with their characters, so studios usually try to bring them back unless scheduling or cost bumps get in the way. Until Pixar confirms anything, my best tip is to watch for official press releases, interviews with the original cast, or festival panels. Meanwhile I rewatch 'Finding Dory' and 'Finding Nemo' when I’m feeling nostalgic—and I keep an eye on casting patterns, because returning leads are often the first clue a sequel is really happening.

The iconic line 'just keep swimming' is delivered by Ellen DeGeneres, who voices Dory in 'Finding Nemo' and its sequel 'Finding Dory.' What I love about her performance is how she perfectly captures Dory's cheerful, scatterbrained personality—it’s impossible not to smile when she says that line. I rewatched the movie recently, and her voice acting still feels so fresh and full of heart. Funny enough, Ellen actually improvised a lot of Dory’s lines, including some of her funniest moments. That spontaneity really shines through, making Dory one of the most memorable animated characters ever. If you haven’t seen 'Finding Dory,' I highly recommend it—her performance is even more touching in the sequel, where we learn more about her backstory.

I get a little giddy talking about 'Octonauts Above & Beyond' because the show leans on voices that make the crew feel instantly familiar and full of personality. The series keeps the core Octonauts team front-and-center: Captain Barnacles, Kwazii, Peso, Shellington, Tweak, Professor Inkling, Dashi and the lovable veggie creature Tunip. Those characters are performed by a team of experienced children's-television voice actors, and the producers brought back many of the actors who established those voices in the original series so the characters still sound like the same trusted explorers you grew up with or watched with your kids. There’s also a difference worth noting between versions: the show typically has UK and North American voice casts for different markets, so you might hear slightly different takes on the same character depending on whether you’re watching the British broadcast, the Netflix release, or a dubbed edition. Beyond the core crew, 'Octonauts Above & Beyond' features a rotating set of guest voices for episodic characters — everything from local animals and island inhabitants to scientists and narrators — and those guest spots are often filled by notable UK voice talents and character actors who specialize in bringing short, memorable roles to life. What I love about the casting choices is how they balance continuity and fresh energy. Returning actors give a sense of continuity and comfort, while newcomers add new inflections and warmth, especially when the show expands to above-and-beyond environments like islands, mountains, and skies. The voice direction leans into clarity and warmth since the show is educational as well as entertaining, so each character’s voice is tuned to be expressive but easy for kids to follow. Personally, I find the mix perfect: familiar tones that feel like home with a few new performers thrown in to keep things lively and surprising.

Linguini is voiced by Lou Romano, who's actually more famous for his work as a production designer at Pixar—pretty cool crossover, right? Romano brought this awkward, bumbling energy to Linguini that makes him so endearing. Remy, the culinary genius rat, is voiced by Patton Oswalt, and oh man, his performance is pure gold. Oswalt's quick wit and emotional range make Remy feel like a tiny, furry human with big dreams. I love how their dynamic feels so real, especially in scenes where Remy's pulling Linguini's hair to control him—it’s chaotic but weirdly heartwarming. Fun tidbit: Romano also voiced Bernie in 'The Incredibles,' another Pixar gem. Oswalt, on the other hand, is a comedy legend, and his stand-up chops totally shine in Remy’s sarcastic asides. The way they play off each other makes 'Ratatouille' one of those films where the voice acting elevates the whole experience. I still crack up at Remy’s exasperated sighs when Linguini messes up.