Missing*Link
Missing*Link

Missing*Link

2026Movie120 minGerman

Mia, 12, is spending her vacation at a lake in the Black Forest with her parents, who have been separated for years, and their new partners. While the adults try to keep things light, Mia escapes more and more often into the forest, where she meets a mysterious boy. On the morning of her birthday, Mia disappears. The fragile family structure is turned upside down and Mia's new freedom becomes increasingly dangerous.

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IMDb6.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes88%
Metacritic75/100
Google Users84%
Director: Chris ButlerGenres: Animation, Adventure, Comedy, Family

Plot Summary

The film follows Sir Lionel Frost, a brave and dapper investigator of myths and monsters, who believes he is the world's foremost expert on legends. He embarks on an adventure to the Pacific Northwest to find the elusive link between Sasquatch and humans. Accompanied by Adelina Fortnight, a feisty adventurer who possesses a unique roadmap, they encounter unexpected challenges and discover a world unlike any they had imagined.

Critical Reception

Missing Link received widespread critical acclaim, with particular praise for its stunning stop-motion animation, witty script, and heartfelt themes. Critics lauded its charming characters, adventurous plot, and its ability to appeal to both children and adults, making it a standout in the animated film landscape.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its gorgeous, handcrafted stop-motion animation.
  • Celebrated for its witty humor and charmingly eccentric characters.
  • Appreciated for its universal themes of belonging and empathy.

Google audience: Audiences generally loved the film's beautiful animation, funny dialogue, and heartwarming story about finding connection. Many found it to be a delightful and visually impressive adventure suitable for the whole family.

Awards & Accolades

Won the Golden Globe Award for Best Animated Feature Film.

Fun Fact

The entire film was animated using stop-motion techniques, with each frame meticulously crafted by hand over several years.

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