---
title: "Luca"
year: 2021
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/luca-2021"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 508943
imdb_id: "tt12801262"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 95
community_rating: 7.8
vote_count: 9008
content_rating: "PG"
---

# Luca (2021) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/luca-2021

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Luca is a 2021 film that follows the experiences of two best friends during a summer spent on the Italian Riviera. The story focuses on the bond between Luca and Alberto as they navigate their time in this coastal setting. While the pair enjoys their seasonal activities, their experiences are complicated by a significant secret that they must keep hidden from those around them. The central conflict of the narrative arises from the fact that both Luca and Alberto are actually sea monsters who originate from another world located just below the surface of the water. This hidden identity poses a constant threat to the fun and freedom they seek to enjoy throughout their time on land. The film explores the tension between their desire to participate in the human world and the necessity of concealing their true nature to avoid discovery. By balancing their double lives, the characters face challenges that test their friendship and their ability to remain part of the community they have joined for the summer.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "Two friends embark on an unforgettable summer adventure along the beautiful Italian Riviera."

### Why Watch
- vibrant animation
- charming friendship

### Caveats & Content Note
- simple narrative
- Tone & Suitability: The film is suitable for family audiences.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: nostalgic, whimsical, heartwarming, adventurous

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Disney Plus | None | Fandango At Home, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Disney Plus | None | Rakuten TV, Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | Disney Plus | None | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, CosmoGo |
| **Australia (AU)** | Disney Plus | None | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Enrico Casarosa
- **Networks / Studios**: Pixar

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Jacob Tremblay** as *Luca Paguro (voice)*
- **Jack Dylan Grazer** as *Alberto Scorfano (voice)*
- **Emma Berman** as *Giulia Marcovaldo (voice)*
- **Saverio Raimondo** as *Ercole Visconti (voice)*
- **Maya Rudolph** as *Daniela Paguro (voice)*
- **Marco Barricelli** as *Massimo Marcovaldo (voice)*
- **Jim Gaffigan** as *Lorenzo Paguro (voice)*
- **Peter Sohn** as *Ciccio (voice)*
- **Lorenzo Crisci** as *Guido (voice)*
- **Marina Massironi** as *Signora Marsigliese (voice)*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the setting?
The story takes place on the Italian Riviera.

### Q: Who are the main characters?
The film focuses on two friends named Luca and Alberto.

### Q: What is the central secret?
The protagonists are sea monsters from a world beneath the water.

### Q: Is this a summer story?
Yes, the plot centers on the characters' experiences during an unforgettable summer.

### Q: What is the primary conflict?
The fun of the summer is threatened by the need to keep their true identities hidden.

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*