The Pout-Pout Fish 2026

Overview

The Pout-Pout Fish is a 2026 animated fantasy comedy film directed by Ricard Cussó and Rio Harrington, with a screenplay by Elise Allen, Elie Choufany, and Dominic Morris. The film is based on the children's book by Deborah Diesen. It features the voices of Grant Denyer, Nadine Bates, Nick Offerman, and Christopher James Baker. The story centers on Mr. Fish, who lives on a rundown shipwreck, and Pip, a hyperactive young sea dragon. Pip mistakenly identifies Mr. Fish’s home as a junkyard and begins taking his belongings. A heated argument between the two results in damage to both their dwellings. In an effort to restore their homes, they set out on a quest to find the mythical Shimmer, which has the power to grant wishes. However, they are not the only ones searching for it. The film combines elements of adventure and humor as the unlikely pair navigate their challenging journey together.