Dora the Explorer
| Dora the Explorer | |
|---|---|
Franchise logo | |
| Created by |
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| Original work | Dora the Explorer TV series |
| Owner | Nickelodeon |
| Years | 2000–present |
| Print publications | |
| Book(s) | 500+ (multiple publishers) |
| Films and television | |
| Film(s) | |
| Short film(s) | Dora and the Fantastical Creatures |
| Television series | Untitled Dora the Explorer live-action TV series (upcoming) |
| Animated series | |
| Direct-to-video | List of Dora the Explorer home media releases |
| Games | |
| Video game(s) | Dora the Explorer video games |
| Audio | |
| Soundtrack(s) | The Soundtrack |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Toy(s) | 2000+ (multiple producers; including Mattel and Lego) |
Dora the Explorer is an American media franchise centered on the title character from an animated children's television series that features interactive elements and frequently breaks the fourth wall. It was created by Chris Gifford, Valerie Walsh Valdes, and Eric Weiner, and produced by Nickelodeon Animation Studio. The series originally ran on Nickelodeon from August 14, 2000 to June 5, 2014, with the final six unaired episodes later airing from July 7, 2019 to August 9, 2019. It has since spawned a spin-off television series (Go, Diego, Go!), a sequel television series (Dora and Friends: Into the City!), a live-action feature film and, a reboot. As of 2014, retail sales for the franchise exceeded $15 billion, making it one of the highest-grossing media franchises of all time.