A teenager discovers his father is a legendary creature hiding from a greedy corporation.
In short: When Adam Harrison begins experiencing rapid hair growth and enhanced senses, he uncovers a family secret: his long-lost father is Bigfoot. This revelation pulls the teen into a high-stakes conflict against a corrupt hair-care CEO who wants to exploit their unique genetic mutation for dangerous scientific experiments.
Released in 2017 and directed by Ben Stassen and Jeremy Degruson, The Son of Bigfoot follows 13-year-old Adam Harrison as he navigates the challenges of adolescence in Portland. His life takes a dramatic turn when he discovers his father, Dr. Harrison, is alive and living in the forest. Dr. Harrison, who had previously disappeared, reveals that his transformation into Bigfoot is the result of a genetic mutation linked to Neanderthals. He had originally gone into hiding to protect his family after Wallace Eastman, the CEO of the megacorporation HairCo., stole his research and ransacked his home.
The narrative centers on the pursuit by Eastman, who seeks to capture Bigfoot to conduct experiments with his special DNA. The conflict escalates when Adam’s own emerging abilities—including super speed, healing powers, and animal communication—make him a target. After Eastman’s forces kidnap Adam’s mother, Shelly, the father and son must confront the corporation. The climax involves the destruction of the HairCo. facility, leading to Eastman’s eventual arrest for his illegal activities. The film concludes with the family reunited and the animals from the forest living alongside them.
Critically, the film performed modestly, grossing $47 million worldwide against a $20 million budget. It holds a 75% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes based on 20 reviews. While some critics noted a lack of innovation, it was generally regarded as providing entertaining content for younger audiences. The story’s success led to a sequel, Bigfoot Family, which premiered at the 2020 Annecy International Animation Film Festival and was released in August 2020. The project highlights themes of corporate greed and the importance of family, wrapped in an animated fantasy adventure.
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