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101 Dalmatians
1961
Comedy
Suspense/Thriller
1h 19m
When a litter of dalmation puppies are abducted by the minions of Cruella De Vil, the parents must find them before she uses them for a diabolical fashion statement. (imdb)
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One Hundred and One Dalmatians
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101 Dalmatians
1961
Comedy
Suspense/Thriller
1h 19m
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Avg Percentile 48.46% from 5260 total ratings
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Rated 06 Dec 2018
70
64th
As an impressionable youth I learned from this movie that fur coats should be frowned upon, but I also picked up smoking slim cigarettes with a long holder so I think it's a bit of a wash.
Rated 06 Dec 2018
Rated 18 Aug 2016
85
63rd
Entertaining but unremarkable Disney film, save for its memorable villainess.
Rated 18 Aug 2016
Rated 28 Aug 2021
70
60th
Definitely a good pro-wrestling style family movie. Evil but competent villain, dangerous but bumbling stooges "bumping" round, adorable puppies as the Babyfaces. So many nice "spots" (heh) and close calls. It's funny when the baddies get hurt - as it should be. Big families are good. Single people in their 40s (?) have something wrong with them and shouldn't be trusted. Good wins in the end. Short n sweet. Solid.
Rated 28 Aug 2021
Rated 17 Dec 2006
55
19th
Cruella de Ville is the kind of villain that has a real impact on you when you're a kid, but when you grow up you realize how absurd the idea of someone being so relentlessly malicious really is. One Hundred and One Dalmations does have a pretty good story, but once you get past a certain age you just can't watch it as a serious movie anymore.
Rated 17 Dec 2006
Rated 14 Aug 2007
40
17th
This Disney flick is packed with way too much "Awww, aren't these dogs cute?" filler and obvious evil goon bumbling. As a certified dog hater, I had little to no interest in the protagonists. I wanted Cruella to skin those bitches and make herself a new hat or something.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
Rated 15 Aug 2007
73
60th
Not one of my favorite Disney films, but it's not bad, either.
Rated 15 Aug 2007
Rated 19 Jul 2009
75
65th
A very good Disney film. It's a bit too cutesy for adults, perhaps, but it'll definitely be exciting the first time you watch it anyway. The dogs are impossible not to root for, the villain is unequivocally villainous and the story is, while weirdly paced and pretty cliched even for Disney's standards, engaging. Great voice acting and lovely animation. Very charming.
Rated 19 Jul 2009
Rated 23 Jan 2019
67
70th
Has probably the best Disney villain, at least in the classic Disney library and that goes a long way in making up for the deficiencies of this film.
Rated 23 Jan 2019
Rated 05 Nov 2015
7
57th
101 Dalmatians is a thoroughly enjoyable Disney classic that still remarkably re-introduces itself and entertains new generations. Of all the Disney films that have animals as the central characters, this is definitely one of the most effective and enjoyable. And the infamous Cruella de Vil is one of the scariest and most memorable Disney villains. 101 Dalmatians may not entertain the whole family like the very best Disney films do time and time again, but children will certainly love this.
Rated 05 Nov 2015
Rated 20 Mar 2007
2
15th
An alright later Disney film.
Rated 20 Mar 2007
Rated 12 Jul 2007
85
41st
Yet another Disney animated film.
Rated 12 Jul 2007
Rated 14 Aug 2007
44
23rd
A decent animated flick, but nothing special.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
Rated 08 Feb 2008
50
29th
The whole idea of dalmation fur coats is very disturbing to me and I can't get past it enough to enjoy the movie.
Rated 08 Feb 2008
Rated 22 Feb 2010
40
23rd
A coat made out of Dalmatian fur. Really? Wouldn't the rare white Bengal tiger make for a better coat and a plot that made more sense than to make a coat out of dogs? Even if people could get around the fact that your coat looks and smells like a dog, why do you have to use these Dalmatians? It's not like Dalmatians are so rare or hard to breed that you can't have a Dalmatian mill on your property. ugh.
Rated 22 Feb 2010
Rated 25 Sep 2010
65
45th
Didn't care much for this one. It isn't terrible, just not my favorite classic Disney.
Rated 25 Sep 2010
Rated 06 Jun 2011
81
62nd
Not one of Disney's best, but it's still a fun film with decent characters. Not a whole lot more to say.
Rated 06 Jun 2011
Rated 22 Dec 2013
97
92nd
With plenty of pooches and a memorable villain (Cruella De Vil), this is one of Disney's most enduring, entertaining animated films.
Rated 22 Dec 2013
Rated 23 Oct 2014
67
59th
You like dags?
Rated 23 Oct 2014
Rated 20 Apr 2015
82
56th
As delightful as it is, I docked it one point because where on earth is Cruella de Vil going to wear this coat?
Rated 20 Apr 2015
Rated 01 Jun 2017
80
78th
No one wants to say it, but Perdita's vagina was probably destroyed after 101 puppies came through the gates. Can dogs do kegels?
Rated 01 Jun 2017
Rated 19 Aug 2016
64
48th
Not quite classic Disney for me, but still pretty good
Rated 19 Aug 2016
Rated 01 Dec 2006
78
44th
I watched this more times than I'd like to admit when I was little, its a classic
Rated 01 Dec 2006
Rated 02 Mar 2007
60
62nd
Great animation.
Rated 02 Mar 2007
Rated 09 Mar 2007
72
76th
I love this movie I've seen it 1000 times. I love the drawings and the story is really sweet.
Rated 09 Mar 2007
Rated 12 Mar 2007
74
34th
THe epitome of a Disney family cartoon, this movie lives up to the franchise name.
Rated 12 Mar 2007
Rated 21 Mar 2007
89
92nd
A classic Disney film.
Rated 21 Mar 2007
Rated 30 Mar 2021
83
69th
Cute and charming Disney animation feels like a broad riff on LADY AND THE TRAMP in many ways though the square, somewhat flat animation seems to mark the beginning of the end of Disney's beautiful work from the 50s, this still makes up for it in terms of its characters film is stolen by Gerson's wonderfully vicious Cruella De Vil who might be the best villain Disney ever produced, at least until Ursula came along! Great fun and highly enjoyable.
Rated 30 Mar 2021
Rated 14 Jun 2007
72
34th
Fun, easygoing, playful. Just like a puppy, I guess! HA
Rated 14 Jun 2007
Rated 14 Aug 2007
78
40th
Disney's definitely done better. Launched more merchandise than anything else.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
Rated 14 Aug 2007
58
39th
Definitely a good movie when you're smaller, but it doesn't hold up as well as the other Disney stuff that's out there.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
Rated 14 Aug 2007
81
69th
Lots of puppies and fun adventure but only one song. Pretty excellent villain in Cruella, though!
Rated 14 Aug 2007
Rated 14 Aug 2007
97
97th
Charming and endlessly entertaining. All around great stuff.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
Rated 07 Sep 2007
94
75th
A bright spot in the Disney canon that introduced the use of the Xerox machine in the hand-drawn animation biz, eliminating the need for cel inking. "Dalmations" also contains some nice social satire, seding up 1960's TV with a sweet viciousness not often seen in Walt's ouevure.
Rated 07 Sep 2007
Rated 08 Oct 2007
75
71st
One of the most beautiful of the Disney classic, which presented one of the most famous villains woman of the animations.
Rated 08 Oct 2007
Rated 11 Apr 2021
80
62nd
101 Dalmatians is a classic animated movie from the Disney company. With great music, a solid plot, and wonderful voice acting, this movie is still a great movie to watch with the kids. I never noticed the WWII allegory that is present throughout the film but I also haven't watched this movie since I was a small tyke. Watching it with adult eyes was a treat because I was able to enjoy all of the parts mentioned above but the reveal of the allegory behind it all was also very satisfying.
Rated 11 Apr 2021
Rated 28 Feb 2008
70
38th
Like Randy would say, "Love it dawg!" Disney had another great film, the remake was stupid.
Rated 28 Feb 2008
Rated 02 Mar 2008
4
35th
I actually prefer the live action version lol
Rated 02 Mar 2008
Rated 05 Mar 2008
74
48th
The beginning is rich with a fun, jazzy European 60's style to it, but the majority of the movie moves at a breakneck pace and for a kids movie it gets a little overwhelming and ultimately unfulfilling. Sure, it's well done and Cruella is a great villain, but overall 101 Dalmatians isn't anything above merely good by Disney standards. This isn't the worst of its kind but its far from the best.
Rated 05 Mar 2008
Rated 15 Apr 2008
72
55th
Back when Disney had proper fucking baddies that made you want to hide under a sheet.
Rated 15 Apr 2008
Rated 31 May 2019
75
65th
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Rated 31 May 2019
Rated 30 May 2008
50
7th
Boring!
Rated 30 May 2008
Rated 16 Jul 2008
70
20th
Outdone by Glenn Close in the future version which was epic. This is a beautiful piece of classic disney film though. love it
Rated 16 Jul 2008
Rated 27 Jul 2008
80
70th
This movie was from 1961??? Man, kids are STILL watching this flick.
Rated 27 Jul 2008
Rated 18 Aug 2008
93
87th
I'm told I used to watch this so much when I was little, my mother bought a second videotape for fear I'd wear out the one we had. Since then I had forgotten almost everything about the film until I popped it back in recently. What a crazy feel of nostalgia and joy reliving this wonderful film. The story is casual, but at the same time makes you worry about all those puppies. Also, I can appreciate the animation now that I'm older. It's probably the most visually interesting Disney film.
Rated 18 Aug 2008
Rated 08 Sep 2008
80
36th
epic. admit it.
Rated 08 Sep 2008
Rated 10 Sep 2008
90
89th
The characters are so wonderfully established, the danger appropriate and the dialogue outstanding. It's no small wonder Disney's animation team continued to use the film as the gold standard for years afterward. Only marred by that weird, antiquated Disney subtext.
Rated 10 Sep 2008
Rated 30 Aug 2024
80
70th
Really fun and adorable work of art and Cruella is a great villain.
Rated 30 Aug 2024
Rated 27 Apr 2019
95
97th
Memorable plot and villian. Heartwarming characters and flat. I wish more time was spent developing individual dog personalities. Well-animated car chase sequence. Fav scene: coming up with the Cruella De Vil jingle.
Rated 27 Apr 2019
Rated 10 Jan 2009
82
67th
Whitty, charming and a real Disney classic. A great family film. The kids will love it.
Rated 10 Jan 2009
Rated 17 Feb 2009
70
64th
Solid disney flick, full of cute animals, cut and dry heroes and villains, and classic charm.
Rated 17 Feb 2009
Rated 04 Mar 2009
25
25th
Could have done with 98 less.
Rated 04 Mar 2009
Rated 16 Mar 2009
86
83rd
You can expect a happy ending and lots of spots -- 6,469,952 to be exact.
Rated 16 Mar 2009
Rated 14 Mar 2019
83
18th
83.00.
Rated 14 Mar 2019
Rated 15 Jul 2009
87
77th
The story is pretty good, but what I really love about this movie is the 1920s atmosphere of tweed smoking jackets, flapper dresses and Model Ts. There's something magical about it all.
Rated 15 Jul 2009
Rated 31 Jul 2009
85
49th
Not the best Disney movie ever, but definitely top quarter.
Rated 31 Jul 2009
Rated 22 Aug 2009
70
67th
I had a bit of an obsession with this movie as a 6 year old. Still kinda love it.
Rated 22 Aug 2009
Rated 17 Sep 2009
55
42nd
standard disney fare ...
Rated 17 Sep 2009
Rated 09 Apr 2023
67
47th
It's a fun little story. The highlight is definitely Cruella. Roger is absolute husband material too. Otherwise it's quite ridiculous but a lot of fun.
Rated 09 Apr 2023
Rated 05 Jun 2010
0
6th
important issues dealt with here, kids: don't wear fur.
Rated 05 Jun 2010
Rated 25 Jul 2010
100
92nd
A pure classic featuring one of the most infamous villains in film history and terrific animation.
Rated 25 Jul 2010
Rated 22 Aug 2022
92
85th
I want to marry Roger so bad
Rated 22 Aug 2022
Rated 17 Oct 2010
35
90th
" Cruella De Vil is so much a tour de force that she single-handedly snatches the movie away from any retroactive comparisons to post-classical Disney features whose sloppiness is the is their only saving grace." - Eric Henderson
Rated 17 Oct 2010
Rated 21 Nov 2010
92
83rd
Enjoyability 25/25 Visuals 12/15 Audio 7/10 Acting 7/10 Story/Plot 22/25 Production Values 7/10 Intuitiveness/Ambitiousness 4/5 Bonus 8/10
Rated 21 Nov 2010
Rated 16 Jan 2011
70
10th
Not a huge fan of a lot of the old disney movies.
Rated 16 Jan 2011
Rated 20 Jan 2011
85
60th
For some reason, "101 Dalmations" always slips my mind. And it's not because it's forgettable. I think it's just because it's in a very different style from other Disney movies. It's not magical in any way and really only has one song (well, two if you count the "Canine Crunchies" commercial song). Cruella de Vil is definitely an underrated Disney villain. She's so delightfully maniacal. This is a winner.
Rated 20 Jan 2011
Rated 27 Jan 2011
80
86th
- highly recommended
Rated 27 Jan 2011
Rated 16 Oct 2011
89
89th
One of my favorite movies as a kid.
Rated 16 Oct 2011
Rated 14 Nov 2011
75
30th
Fun, with one of the great Disney songs about one of the great Disney villains. But they were trying for tension which just isn't there. For a real charmer, read the book.
Rated 14 Nov 2011
Rated 19 Nov 2011
72
61st
Good ol' animated Disney. The villain and her two henchmen are definitely the most memorable characters here, and the rest are pretty forgettable, but that doesn't really keep it from being a good movie.
Rated 19 Nov 2011
Rated 14 Apr 2012
3
32nd
This was one of my favorites as a kid. The songs are still good, but this would mark the beginning of a deterioration of quality animation one used to expect of Disney. And it's just a bit too cutesy/childish for its own good. I'm kind of depressed now.
Rated 14 Apr 2012
Rated 20 May 2012
30
43rd
The script is sharp and the plot's tight, if not particularly original fare for animated movies. In the end, though, you'll have fallen in love with the precocious puppies, and you'll love to hate the inimitable Cruella de Vil.
Rated 20 May 2012
Rated 31 Oct 2018
70
54th
Anita: "How are you?" Cruella De Vil: "Miserable, darling, as usual, perfectly wretched."
Rated 31 Oct 2018
Rated 13 May 2013
80
57th
This movie stands out among the other Disney movies for being so different compared to them. The jazzy soundtrack and visuals make it unique, and Cruella de Vil is a fun villain.
Rated 13 May 2013
Rated 06 Jun 2013
40
19th
This film is incredibly boring my today's standards. The beginning is slow. Animation is kind of weak. It is also super British.
Rated 06 Jun 2013
Rated 26 Nov 2013
53
72nd
I always do enjoy seeing a protagonist suffer at the hands of a [semi-]competent villain.
Rated 26 Nov 2013
Rated 24 Dec 2013
63
10th
as far as disney movies go, it's pretty average. i'll admit i was a bit on the edge of my seat when the puppies were trying to get away. but i'm not the biggest fan of "animal movies" in general and just couldn't get too into how the dogs were way smarter than the people. cruella was also a bit simple as a villain; she just screamed around, and in the end did nothing. it's a good film for sure, but i can't say one of my favourites.
Rated 24 Dec 2013
Rated 06 Nov 2021
60
50th
Slight, but pretty enjoyable. Particularly the supporting characters.
Rated 06 Nov 2021
Rated 03 Jun 2021
70
74th
Of the Walt era animated films, this is certainly one of the tamer and uninspired efforts, especially on the heels of Lady and the Tramp (and Sleeping Beauty). The animal animations are great (particularly the ear scratching with the back leg) and some of the second act sequences and characters are quite fun. Probably a thumbs down without Cruella, who Disney managed to retcon and ruin 60 years later.
Rated 03 Jun 2021
Rated 07 Mar 2015
7
63rd
The intro scene with its charming hand-drawn animation and warm voice-over narration that turns out to be the dog and not the man is a great beginning, and sets the tone for what is an overwhelmingly cozy and satisfying film. The entire cast of characters-from the manically evil Cruella De Vil to the absent-minded pipe-puffing Roger, and all the animals and henchman in between-are all wonderfully memorable, and the exciting storyline sets it apart from other similarly endowed Disney classics.
Rated 07 Mar 2015
Rated 14 Mar 2015
6
70th
(2014-15 Disneython #11:) Not an ultra-classic to me personally, but very charming and nostalgic. Cruella De Vil, while ultimately just really pathetically obsessed with killing some dogs, has an iconic look and intro song. The climactic stealth mission gets a little old but has some tense bits. Thin but likable protagonists. I really like the film's cool early-1900s British atmosphere and even the rough animation, which oozes character. And props to Disney for avoiding the evil cat cliche!
Rated 14 Mar 2015
Rated 07 May 2015
49
26th
Walt Disney (the man himself) wanted to reach and entertain the inner kids of adult viewers. This film doesn't always do that, though it may make actual children laugh and squee for dogs some times. Plot reminded me of Home Alone movies at times, which is not a compliment, though this is lightyears better than them.
Rated 07 May 2015
Rated 14 May 2015
63
19th
This is one of the few Disney films I don't like very much
Rated 14 May 2015
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