History of Dora and the Lost City of Gold in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: May 25, 2024

"Dora and the Lost City of Gold" is a 2019 adventure comedy film based on the popular Nick Jr. show "Dora the Explorer." Directed by James Bobin, the film follows Dora on a quest to find a hidden city of gold. Released by Paramount Pictures, it premiered in theaters on August 9, 2019, coinciding with the final episode of "Dora the Explorer" airing on television.

2000: End of "Dora the Explorer" Animated Series

The original animated series "Dora the Explorer" concluded in 2000.

October 24, 2017: Live-Action Dora Film Deal

On October 24, 2017, a significant deal was reached to create a live-action film based on the animated series "Dora the Explorer." James Bobin was chosen to direct, while Nicholas Stoller and Danielle Sanchez-Witzel were tasked with writing the script.

2017: Live-Action Dora Film Announced

A live-action film adaptation of the popular children's series "Dora the Explorer" was officially announced in 2017.

May 2018: Isabela Moner Cast as Dora

In May 2018, Isabela Moner was chosen to play the lead role of Dora in the live-action film adaptation of "Dora the Explorer".

August 6, 2018: Filming Begins in Australia

Production on "Dora and the Lost City of Gold" commenced on August 6, 2018, with filming taking place primarily on the Gold Coast in Queensland, Australia.

December 7, 2018: Filming Concludes

After several months of shooting, principal photography for "Dora and the Lost City of Gold" wrapped up on December 7, 2018.

December 2018: Filming Wraps

After beginning in August of the same year, filming for "Dora and the Lost City of Gold" concluded in December 2018, with shooting primarily taking place in Australia and Peru.

December 2018: Benicio del Toro Joins Cast as Swiper

In December 2018, acclaimed actor Benicio del Toro joined the cast of "Dora and the Lost City of Gold" to provide the voice for the iconic character Swiper the Fox.

March 2019: Danny Trejo Cast as Boots the Monkey

Actor Danny Trejo announced in March 2019 that he had joined the cast of "Dora and the Lost City of Gold" to lend his voice to the beloved character Boots the Monkey.

May 3, 2019: Marc Weiner to Reprise Role as Map

On May 3, 2019, it was announced that Marc Weiner would be returning to the role of Map, reprising his voice acting from the original "Dora the Explorer" animated series.

August 2, 2019: Initial Release Date for "Dora and the Lost City of Gold"

The live-action film "Dora and the Lost City of Gold" was originally scheduled to be released on August 2, 2019, though it was later pushed back by a week.

August 4, 2019: Final Unaired Episodes of "Dora the Explorer" Air

Leading up to the release of "Dora and the Lost City of Gold," Nick Jr. aired five previously unaired episodes of the original "Dora the Explorer" animated series, concluding on August 4, 2019.

August 9, 2019: "Dora and the Lost City of Gold" Theatrical Release

On August 9, 2019, "Dora and the Lost City of Gold" premiered in theaters in the United States. Coincidentally, this was also the same day the last episode of the original "Dora the Explorer" aired on television.

November 5, 2019: "Dora and the Lost City of Gold" Digital Release

"Dora and the Lost City of Gold" became available for purchase and download on digital platforms on November 5, 2019.

November 19, 2019: "Dora and the Lost City of Gold" DVD and Blu-ray Release

On November 19, 2019, physical copies of "Dora and the Lost City of Gold" were made available for purchase on DVD and Blu-ray.

February 15, 2022: Paramount+ Announces Live-Action Dora Series

Paramount+ announced the development of a live-action "Dora the Explorer" series on February 15, 2022, aiming to cater to the same older audience as the 2019 film.

2024: "Dora and the Search for Sol Dorado" in Development

In 2024, a new live-action film titled "Dora and the Search for Sol Dorado" was announced to be in development for Paramount+. Samantha Lorraine was cast as Dora, with Alberto Belli attached to direct.