IMDb 4.9 2013 HD

Return to Nim’s Island

Return to Nim’s Island

2013
Adventure Family
90 min PG USA
6.5 / 10
4.9 IMDB

Fourteen year old Nim, more determined than ever to protect her island and all the wildlife that call it home, faces off against resort developers and animal poachers.…

Personnel // Cast & Crew

Director Brendan Maher / Marieke Spence
Starring
Matthew Lillard / Bindi Irwin / Andrea Moor / Jack Pearson / Toby Wallace / Sebastian Gregory / Nathan Derrick / John Waters

How Viewers Describe This Film

Common themes and sentiments

charming earnest predictable spirited engaging well-meaning delightful safe adventurous functional heartfelt competent

Reviews

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Genevieve Bellweather
Apr 23, 2026
3.0 / 5
3.0

Return to Nim's Island offers a spirited, if somewhat predictable, outing for its young heroine. Bindi Irwin’s commitment to the role of Nim is evident, carrying the film with a blend of courage and innocence. The narrative’s focus…

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Marcus Thorne
Apr 23, 2026
4.0 / 5
4.0

A delightful return to the world of Nim, this sequel successfully balances adventure with a vital conservationist message. Bindi Irwin shines as Nim, her passion for protecting her island palpable and infectious. The narrative, centred on thwarting developers…

C
Celeste Dubois
Apr 23, 2026
2.5 / 5
2.5

Return to Nim's Island struggles to recapture the original's magic, settling instead for a somewhat formulaic eco-adventure. Bindi Irwin’s performance remains a bright spot, imbuing Nim with a palpable sense of determination. The central conflict, involving developers and…

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Arthur Penhaligon
Apr 23, 2026
3.0 / 5
3.0

This sequel to Nim's Island delivers a straightforward adventure with a commendable ecological bent. The film's strength lies in its clear depiction of Nim’s unwavering dedication to her island home. Bindi Irwin embodies this conviction with a natural…

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Eleanor Vance
Apr 23, 2026
3.5 / 5
3.5

Return to Nim's Island offers a familiar yet charming continuation of Nim's adventures. Bindi Irwin reprises her role with earnest conviction, anchoring the film with a youthful spirit that is genuinely engaging. The plot, which pits Nim against…

FAQs

Edmund's arrival marks a significant turning point for Nim. Previously, she relied on her animal companions for support and protection. Edmund's presence introduces the element of human connection and collaboration. His decision to run away to the island suggests a shared desire for refuge or escape, forging an immediate bond with Nim. Their alliance is crucial, demonstrating that while her animal friends are vital, human friendship and teamwork are equally necessary to overcome the formidable challenges threatening their home.