Lewis and Clark in the Secret of the Bigfoot (2026)

Released: 2026-01-23 Recommended age: 8+ No IMDb rating yet
Lewis and Clark in the Secret of the Bigfoot

Movie details

  • Genres: Comedy
  • Main cast: Pete Edwards, Doug Hoy, Kassandra Bach, Tim Allen, Ryan M. Bushong
  • Original language: en
  • Premiere: 2026-01-23

Story overview

Lewis and Clark in the Secret of the Bigfoot is a 2026 comedy film about two small-town pet detectives who find love and adventure when sightings of the elusive Bigfoot surface in Marysville, Ohio. The movie follows their humorous investigations and lighthearted escapades as they navigate this mysterious phenomenon.

Parent Guide

A lighthearted comedy suitable for most families, with positive themes about friendship and adventure. The Bigfoot element provides mild suspense but is handled comically rather than frighteningly.

Content breakdown

Violence & peril
Mild

No physical violence. Mild peril includes characters investigating mysterious Bigfoot sightings, brief scenes of characters being startled or running from harmless situations, and comedic chase sequences. All danger is clearly presented as humorous rather than threatening.

Scary / disturbing
Mild

Bigfoot sightings might be momentarily startling for very young viewers, but the creature is portrayed as more curious than menacing. No genuinely frightening imagery or disturbing content. The comedy tone keeps any potentially scary elements light.

Language
None

No profanity, crude language, or inappropriate dialogue. Language is family-friendly throughout.

Sexual content & nudity
None

No sexual content, nudity, or romantic situations beyond mild, innocent flirtation as mentioned in the 'finding love' aspect of the overview. Any romantic elements are presented as wholesome and age-appropriate.

Substance use
None

No depiction of alcohol, drugs, tobacco, or substance use of any kind.

Emotional intensity
Mild

Light emotional moments related to friendship and adventure. The comedy maintains a consistently upbeat tone with no intense emotional scenes. Any conflicts are resolved quickly and positively.

Parent tips

This comedy is family-friendly with mild adventure elements. The Bigfoot theme might be slightly spooky for very young children but is handled in a humorous, non-threatening way. The pet detective premise and small-town setting provide relatable, positive themes about friendship and curiosity.

Parent chat guide

After watching, discuss: What did you think about the pet detectives' methods? How did the movie portray Bigfoot - as scary or friendly? What did you learn about teamwork from Lewis and Clark's adventures?

Parent follow-up questions

  • What was your favorite animal in the movie?
  • Did the Bigfoot look friendly or scary to you?
  • What would you do if you saw Bigfoot in your town?
  • How did Lewis and Clark work together as detectives?
  • What clues did they follow to find Bigfoot?
  • What makes a good detective in your opinion?
  • Do you think the movie presented a realistic approach to detective work?
  • How did the small-town setting affect the story?
  • What themes about friendship did you notice in the film?
  • How does this comedy compare to other detective or Bigfoot movies you've seen?
  • What commentary might the film be making about small-town life and mystery?
  • How effective was the humor in balancing adventure and comedy elements?

Where to watch

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