When and Where to Stream New ‘Dora the Explorer’ Movie for Free: ‘Dora and the Search for Sol Dorado’

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The nearly 25-year-old Dora the Explorer franchise is gearing up for expansion.

On Wednesday, July 2nd, the live-action film “Dora and the Quest for Sol Dorado,” directed by Alberto Belli, will debut simultaneously on Paramount+ and Nickelodeon. Despite being classified as a sequel to the 2019 movie, “Dora and the Lost City of Gold” (currently available on Paramount+), this 2025 production features an entirely new cast. Samantha Lorraine steps into the role originally played by Isabela Merced as Dora.

At a Glance: How to Watch Dora and the Search for Sol Dorado Online

  • Release date: Wednesday, July 2
  • Stream online: Paramount+
  • TV Channel: Nickelodeon
  • Stream Nickelodeon Online: Philo, DirecTV, Fubo, Hulu + Live TV
  • Time: 12 a.m. PT/3 a.m. ET on Paramount+; 6 p.m. PT/ET on Nickelodeon

Because some streamers are providing complimentary trials and temporary price reductions, viewers have the opportunity to watch the 2025 adaptation at no cost. Continue reading below to discover details about each offer.

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How to Watch Dora and the Search for Sol Dorado Online for Free Without Cable

Brand new subscribers have the opportunity to stream the 2025 “Dora the Explorer” movie online, complimentary, by signing up for a seven-day trial with Paramount+. The film will make its debut on the streaming platform at midnight Pacific Time/3 a.m. Eastern Time on July 2nd.

Following the trial period, the Paramount+ Essential plan costs $7.99 monthly with ads. To enjoy an ad-free experience, opt for the Paramount+ Premium package at $12.99 per month which also includes Showtime content. Cut down on your Paramount+ subscription costs by signing up for the annual packages: $59.99 or $119.99 annually (respective to each plan).

On July 2 at 6 p.m. Pacific Time or Eastern Time, the new show Dora and the Search for Sol Dorado will be aired on Nickelodeon. If you don’t have a traditional cable subscription, you can still watch it live on streaming services like Philo, DirecTV, Fubo, and Hulu + Live TV that carry Nickelodeon.

Experience Nickelodeon without charge for seven days, courtesy of Philo – an economical substitute for traditional cable TV. Once your trial ends, the standard Philo plan will cost you $28 monthly.

Nickelodeon can be found in any of DirectTV’s premium packages such as Entertainment, Choice, Ultimate, or Premier. Additionally, DirectTV is currently offering a complimentary five-day trial for its streaming service. To explore each plan option, including the ability to customize your own channel lineup at an affordable starting price of $34.99 per month, visit directv.com.

Try out watching Nickelodeon by signing up for Fubo, a service that gives you a week’s free access to begin with if you’re a new subscriber. After your trial ends, the cost will be $64.99 for the first month and then $84.99 each month following that.

Try out Nickelodeon for free on a three-day trial of Hulu + Live TV, which includes Disney+ and ESPN+ in the package, starting from $82.99 per month.

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2025-07-02 04:24