Atlantis: The Lost Empire (2001) -

Directors and Kirk Wise —the duo behind Beauty and the Beast —wanted to move away from "soft" Disney looks.

The mission transitions from exploration to protection when the crew discovers a living civilization ruled by (Leonard Nimoy) and his daughter, Princess Kida (Cree Summer). Production & Visual Style Atlantis: The Lost Empire (2001)

Atlantis: The Lost Empire (2001) is a landmark entry in Disney's filmography, serving as the studio's 41st animated feature and its first foray into . Released on June 15, 2001, it departed from the musical formula of the Disney Renaissance, opting instead for a gritty, action-adventure tone inspired by Jules Verne . The Narrative: A 1914 Expedition Directors and Kirk Wise —the duo behind Beauty