---
title: "Tad, the Lost Explorer, and the Secret of King Midas"
year: 2017
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/tad-the-lost-explorer-and-the-secret-of-king-midas-2017"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 452773
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 85
community_rating: 6.7
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "PG"
---

# Tad, the Lost Explorer, and the Secret of King Midas (2017) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/tad-the-lost-explorer-and-the-secret-of-king-midas-2017

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Tad, the Lost Explorer, and the Secret of King Midas is a film first released in 2017. Catalogued under Animation, Adventure, Comedy, Family. Produced and broadcast by 4 Cats Pictures, Lightbox Animation Studios, Ikiru Films. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A construction worker’s dream of archaeology leads to a golden treasure hunt."

### Why Watch
- vibrant animation
- humorous adventure
- family‑friendly

### Caveats & Content Note
- short runtime may limit story depth
- Tone & Suitability: The film is a PG‑rated animated comedy appropriate for children and families.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: adventure, comedy, family, animated

## Streaming Availability Matrix

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## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Enrique Gato, David Alonso
- **Networks / Studios**: 4 Cats Pictures, Lightbox Animation Studios, Ikiru Films

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Óscar Barberán** as *Tad Jones (voz)*
- **Michelle Jenner** as *Sara Lavrof (voz)*
- **Adriana Ugarte** as *Tiffany (voz)*
- **Luis Posada** as *Momia (voz)*
- **Miguel Ángel Jenner** as *Jack Rackham (voice)*
- **José Corbacho** as *Taxista (voz)*
- **Roser Batalla** as *Henchwoman (voice)*
- **Pau López** as *Sailor 3*
- **Masumi Mutsuda** as *Worker 3*
- **Jordi Brau** as *Antiquari*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the film about?
Tad, a construction worker who dreams of becoming an archaeologist, is invited to a presentation about a papyrus that may prove the legendary Necklace of Midas exists.

### Q: What genre does the film belong to?
It is an animated adventure comedy aimed at families.

### Q: Who directed the movie?
The film was directed by Enrique Gato and David Alonso.

### Q: What language was the original version released in?
The original version was released in Spanish, titled Tadeo Jones 2: El secreto del Rey Midas.

### Q: How long is the movie?
The runtime is approximately 1 hour and 25 minutes.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Tad, the Lost Explorer, and the Secret of King Midas — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/452773)
- [Tad the Lost Explorer and the Secret of King Midas - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tad_the_Lost_Explorer_and_the_Secret_of_King_Midas)

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