About Jungle Cruise

'Jungle Cruise' is an adventurous and humorous 2021 movie from Disney, inspired by the famous Disneyland theme park ride. The fantastical journey takes place in the early 20th century when intrepid researcher Dr. Lily Houghton enlists the aid of wise-cracking riverboat captain Frank Wolff to guide her down the Amazon in his dilapidated boat. Together, they search for an ancient tree that has the power to heal; a discovery that will change the future of medicine. The trip becomes a thrilling and dangerous ride filled with adventure, wild animals, and supernatural forces.

Making/Production

Shot in spectacular locations like Hawaii and Atlanta, the film was directed by Jaume Collet-Serra. The screenplay is by Michael Green, Glenn Ficarra, and John Requa, based on a story by John Norville, Josh Goldstein, Glenn Ficarra, and John Requa.

Actors

• Dwayne Johnson plays Frank Wolff, a down-on-his-luck riverboat captain, catering to the whim of tourists. He carries the film's humor with his comedic timing and wise-cracks.
• Emily Blunt shines as Dr. Lily Houghton, bringing a combination of intelligence, bravery, and charm to her role as the adventurous researcher.
• Jesse Plemons plays Prince Joachim, a German aristocrat intent on finding the tree for his own nefarious purposes.
• Paul Giamatti takes on the role of Nilo, a wealthy port owner who Frank owes money to and Edgar Ramirez plays Aguirre, a Spanish Conquistador who has been cursed by the jungle.

Trivia/Interesting Facts

• The film is based on a popular Disney theme park attraction of the same name
• It's the first live-action role for Dwayne Johnson under Walt Disney Pictures
• The movie reunites Emily Blunt with Disney, following her role as Mary Poppins in 2018's "Mary Poppins Returns"

Awards

As of this writing, the film has not received any awards.

Quotes

• "The mess is real." - Frank Wolff
• "Nothing's just a myth." - Dr. Lily Houghton

• Original score composed by Oscar nominee James Newton Howard
• "Nothing Else Matters" - a cover of the Metallica hit performed by Weezer
• "O Leãozinho" - performed by Brazilian musician Caetano Veloso