The Incredibles is a 2004 American computer-animated superhero film produced by Pixar Animation Studios and released by Walt Disney Pictures. Directed by Brad Bird, who also wrote the screenplay, the film explores themes of identity, family dynamics, and the challenges of living in a world that has become increasingly mundane despite the presence of superpowers.
The story revolves around a family of superheroes who are forced to hide their powers and live normal lives in suburbia. The Parr family includes:
The plot follows Bob as he secretly returns to his superhero duties, leading his family into a confrontation with a villain known as Syndrome, who has his own plans for global domination.
The idea for The Incredibles came from Brad Bird's frustration with the formulaic nature of many superhero films and stories. He wanted to create a film where the heroes' personal lives were as compelling as their adventures. The film was animated using Pixar's proprietary software, RenderMan, with much attention paid to realistic rendering of materials like hair, clothing, and water.
The success of The Incredibles led to extensive merchandising, including toys, video games, and a Disney Theme Parks attraction titled "Incredicoaster" at Disney California Adventure.