Pixar Announces New Theatrical Short 'Loving Dory'
Originally published Jun 26, 2026
By Melanie Goodfellow · Deadline
AI-generated summary based on Deadline · Aggregated by Filmarian · Human-reviewed and approved on Jun 26, 2026
Key points
- Pixar announced a new theatrical short titled 'Loving Dory', directed by Lou Hamou-Lhadj.
- The short film features Dory and Nemo, with Dory interacting with a plastic bag in the ocean.
- Finished scenes from the short were shown at the Annecy International Animation Film Festival.
- The film is expected to premiere in theaters later this year, likely alongside another Pixar feature.
Pixar has announced a new theatrical short titled 'Loving Dory,' directed by Lou Hamou-Lhadj, known for 'Borrowed Time.' The short film explores the underwater world of Dory and Nemo, featuring Dory's unexpected interaction with a plastic bag drifting through the ocean. The announcement was made at the Annecy International Animation Film Festival, where some finished scenes from the short were shown. The film is part of Pixar's ongoing efforts to expand its beloved characters' stories beyond their feature films. The short is expected to premiere in theaters later this year, likely alongside another Pixar feature.
Read the original story: Deadline — by Melanie Goodfellow