

Exploring the Reef
Synopsis
Jean-Michael Cousteau's documentary about the Great Barrier Reef keeps getting interrupted by characters from Disney's Finding Nemo.
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Exploring the Reef with Jean-Michel Cousteau
Type: Clip • Published 2009-12-06
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November 4, 2003
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Roger Gould
- Screenplay & Story
- Roger Gould, Jeff Pidgeon, Bob Peterson
- Original Score
- Todd Boekelheide, Joshua Hollander
- Original Title
- Exploring the Reef
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- French, English
- Runtime
- 7m
- Production Studios
- Pixar
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Roger Gould
Roger Gould, Jeff Pidgeon, Bob Peterson
Todd Boekelheide, Joshua Hollander
Steve Bloom
Andrew Stanton, Osnat Shurer, John Lasseter
Department Leadership Roster
Roger Gould
Director
Steve Bloom
Editor
Roger Gould
Writer
Jeff Pidgeon
Writer
Bob Peterson
Writer
Osnat Shurer
Producer
Todd Boekelheide
Original Music Composer
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International Certification Matrix
Universal — Suitable for all audiences.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Exploring the Reef
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Exploring the Reef about?
Jean-Michael Cousteau's documentary about the Great Barrier Reef keeps getting interrupted by characters from Disney's Finding Nemo.
Who directed Exploring the Reef?
Exploring the Reef was directed by Roger Gould.
Who stars in Exploring the Reef?
The principal cast of Exploring the Reef includes Jean-Michel Cousteau, Albert Brooks, Ellen DeGeneres, Alexander Gould.
When was Exploring the Reef released and how long is it?
Exploring the Reef was released in 2003 with a total runtime of 7m.
Who composed the musical score for Exploring the Reef?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Exploring the Reef was composed by Todd Boekelheide, Joshua Hollander.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Exploring the Reef?
Exploring the Reef holds official age classifications: GB: U (Universal — Suitable for all audiences.).



















