The Swan Princess: A Royal Family Tale (2014) (2024)

Released on , The Swan Princess: A Royal Family Tale is the fifth installment in the long-running animated franchise. Produced by Crest Animation Productions and Nest Family Entertainment , the film was specifically created to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the original 1994 classic. Core Narrative & Plot

Reception was generally mixed, often highlighting a divide between longtime fans and younger audiences: The Swan Princess: A Royal Family Tale (2014)

: The film was directed by Richard Rich , who has overseen the series since its inception. The screenplay was co-written by Rich, Brian Nissen , and Yuri Lowenthal . Released on , The Swan Princess: A Royal

The primary conflict involves an ancient evil force known as the , which has corrupted a prophecy to make the world believe the Swan Princess is an omen of destruction. This leads a group of flying squirrels, known as Scullions , to kidnap Alise in an attempt to lure Odette into a trap. Derek and Odette must team up with their classic animal companions— Jean-Bob the frog, Speed the turtle, and Puffin —to rescue Alise and clear Odette’s name. Production & Style The screenplay was co-written by Rich, Brian Nissen

: This entry continues the franchise’s transition from traditional hand-drawn animation to 3D CGI . Voice Cast : Laura Bailey as Princess Odette (credited as Elle Deets). Yuri Lowenthal as Prince Derek. Joseph Medrano as Lord Rogers. David Lodge as the Forbidden Arts. Critical Reception