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The Sea Beast Review




Summary: The Sea Beast was directed by Chris Williams (Big Hero 6) and stars Karl Urban as legendary sea monster hunter, Jacob Holland. After a chance encounter with strong-willed, Maisie Brumble (Zaris-Angel Hator), Jacob’s life is changed forever. 



The Sea Beast is a thrilling new adventure that blends monster-chasing with the discovery of new worlds, all while exploring complex themes that keep the viewer captivated for nearly its entire two-hour runtime. Netflix’s latest animated original hits a home run, combining the best elements of modern animation. With a perfect balance of action, comedy, storytelling, and heart, The Sea Beast stands out as a force to be reckoned with among recent animated releases.

It’s clear that one of director Chris Williams' primary goals was to create a vast, immersive world—and he delivered. The Sea Beast is both wildly imaginative and comfortingly familiar at the same time. Within just 20 minutes, you feel as though you’ve known the characters for a lifetime. This is thanks in part to the stellar voice acting and well-written script, which provides seamless, digestible exposition through perfectly crafted introductions to each character's motives. Williams wastes no time pulling the audience into the action, establishing a tone that remains consistent throughout the entire film.

Visually stunning, The Sea Beast shines in its action sequences. Watching pirates battle colossal sea monsters has never been so entertaining. Armed with an array of weapons, these monster hunters tackle their leviathan-sized challenges with little difficulty. Williams infuses the animation with a sense of grit, ensuring that each battle between hunters and monsters carries real consequences—whether good or bad. The knowledge that every action sequence impacts the story directly raises the stakes, making the film far more engaging than the typical animated adventure.

While the action is exhilarating, the heart of The Sea Beast lies in the relationship between Jacob and Maisie. Though somewhat predictable in its trajectory, the chemistry between the two leads is so enjoyable that the simplicity of the storyline becomes easy to overlook. Their bond, a perfect blend of bickering and heartfelt moments, feels genuine, allowing the father-daughter-like dynamic to translate believably from an animated world filled with 100-foot monsters to the real world.

The Sea Beast shares undeniable similarities with films like How To Train Your Dragon, creating a sense of predictability in some of the major plot points. However, even when the story beats are expected, the journey remains highly enjoyable. Watching the characters grow and reach their destinations is satisfying, even if those destinations are already known.

Overall, The Sea Beast is an exceptional family movie that demonstrates the vast potential of animation. With spectacular action, strong on-screen relationships, and a fun score, it’s a film that's definitely worth watching.





Grade: 8.5/10 


Writers: Chris Williams, Nell Benjamin, Mattson Tomlin, Sam Stratton.

Director: Chris Williams

Starring: Karl Urban, Jared Harris, Zaris-Angel Hator

Composer: Mark Mancina

Genre: Action, Comedy, Family

Run-Time: 1Hr 55min

MPAA: PG for mild language and action sequences.





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