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THE INCREDIBLES script analysis

THE INCREDIBLES script - Save the Cat beat sheet analysis

THE INCREDIBLES follows Bob Parr’s struggle to balance his superhero identity with family life. After being sidelined from official hero work, he secretly takes on a mission that endangers himself and his family. The Parr family must come together, rediscover their powers, and defeat Syndrome’s Omnidroid to restore balance and unity. The story closes on a hopeful new beginning as they face challenges together.

85 Save the Cat fit score 16% analysis confidence / 30 parsed scenes

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1

Opening Image

Scene 1 / Page 1 / 1% target

12%

Introduces Mr. Incredible in an interview, showcasing his constrained life post-superhero career.

2

Theme Stated

Scene 6 / 5% target

14%

Bob’s dissatisfaction at Insuricare (“I’m not happy, Bob. Not happy.”) foreshadows his struggle between heroism and family.

I'm not happy, Bob. Not happy.
3

Set-Up

Scenes 1-5 / Page 1 / 10% target

15%

Establishes Bob’s hero status, his relationship with Helen, and the lawsuits driving superheroes underground.

4

Catalyst

Scene 6 / 12% target

13%

Bob is humiliated at work and reprimanded, pushing him toward taking secret missions.

I'm not happy, Bob. Not happy.
5

Debate

Scene 10 / 20% target

14%

Bob returns home and argues with Helen about his clandestine hero work, questioning his choices.

6

Break into Two

Scene 13 / 25% target

13%

Bob receives Mirage’s message and lies to Helen to accept the dangerous mission, entering Act Two.

7

B Story

Scene 8 / 30% target

12%

Family dinner highlights Helen’s role and the Parr kids’ struggles, establishing the emotional throughline.

8

Fun and Games

Scene 15 / 40% target

14%

Bob fights the Omnidroid on Nomanisan Island, showcasing action and the allure of heroics.

9

Midpoint

Scene 20 / 50% target

15%

Bob discovers that Buddy is Syndrome, raising the stakes with betrayal.

My name is not Buddy! And it's not lncrediBoy either!
10

Bad Guys Close In

Scene 24 / 65% target

14%

Syndrome attacks Helen’s plane, tightening the threat and endangering the family.

So you do know these people. Well, then, I'll send them a little greeting.
11

All Is Lost

Scene 26 / 75% target

14%

The family reunites only to be captured by Syndrome, seeming defeated.

How could I betray the perfect woman?
12

Dark Night of the Soul

Scene 27 / 80% target

14%

Syndrome reveals his ‘when everyone’s super’ plan, plunging the family into despair.

And when everyone's super...no one will be.
13

Break into Three

Scene 28 / 85% target

13%

The family escapes captivity with Frozone’s help, united in purpose against the Omnidroid.

14

Finale

Scenes 28-29 / 95% target

15%

The Parrs collaborate with Frozone to defeat the robot and save the city, resolving the external conflict.

Where is my supersuit?
15

Final Image

Scene 30 / 99% target

14%

Dash runs his race as the family watches, symbolizing renewed unity and hope.

I didn't know what the heck you wanted me to do.