The movie begins with the Thornberry family, including Eliza, Debbie, Donnie, Nigel, and Marianne, traveling through the African savanna on their wildlife documentary expedition. Eliza, the youngest member of the family, possesses the unique ability to communicate with animals, a gift she received after an encounter with a shaman in Africa.
While exploring the African wilderness, the Thornberrys encounter a group of poachers who are capturing and smuggling exotic animals for profit. Among the animals captured by the poachers is a young cheetah cub named Tally, who becomes separated from her family during the ordeal.
Determined to rescue Tally and reunite her with her family, Eliza embarks on a perilous journey across the African landscape, accompanied by her mischievous chimpanzee friend Darwin. Along the way, they encounter various African wildlife, face dangerous obstacles, and learn valuable lessons about friendship, courage, and the importance of protecting endangered species.
As Eliza and Darwin race against time to save Tally, they must also evade the poachers, who will stop at nothing to capture the young cheetah and add her to their collection of exotic animals. With the help of her animal friends and the support of her family, Eliza uses her unique abilities to outwit the poachers and rescue Tally from captivity.
In a climactic showdown, Eliza confronts the poachers and exposes their illegal activities to the authorities, leading to their arrest and the rescue of Tally and the other captured animals. With the poachers defeated and the animals safe, the Thornberry family celebrates their victory and continues their wildlife adventure across the African savanna.
“The Wild Thornberrys Movie” is praised for its engaging storyline, colorful animation, and positive messages about conservation and environmental stewardship. It captures the spirit of adventure and discovery that made the television series so beloved by audiences of all ages, making it a memorable and entertaining film for fans of the show.