Oliver & Company
Oliver & Company

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Oliver & Company

1988
Movie
74 min
English

Putting its own 'twist' on the story of Oliver Twist, the orange runt of a litter of kittens must fight for survival on the rough streets on New York City, finding unlikely friends in the dogs owned by a down-on-his luck man named Fagin. Soon, Oliver and his new band of comrades must fight for survival when Fagin is unable to pay his debts.

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IMDb6.9/10
Rotten Tomatoes54%
Metacritic54/100
Google Users84%
Director: George ScribnerGenres: Animation, Adventure, Comedy, Family, Musical

Plot Summary

A lonely stray kitten named Oliver gets adopted by a gang of streetwise dogs in New York City. He quickly becomes part of their pack, led by the charismatic Dodger, and helps them outwit a greedy pawn broker and his Doberman sidekick. Oliver also finds himself drawn to the kindhearted Jenny, the broker's wealthy young heiress, leading to a heartwarming tale of friendship and belonging.

Critical Reception

Oliver & Company was met with a generally positive reception from critics and audiences alike. It was praised for its animation, voice acting, and catchy songs, though some found the story to be a bit predictable. The film marked a significant step in Disney's animation revival during the late 1980s and early 1990s.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its vibrant animation and energetic musical numbers.

  • Appreciated for its charming voice cast and witty dialogue.

  • Some critics found the plot derivative of earlier works and the villain underdeveloped.

Google audience: Audiences largely enjoyed Oliver & Company, finding it an entertaining and heartwarming animated film. Many praised its lively songs and the likable characters, especially the canine crew and Oliver himself. While some noted similarities to other stories, the overall sentiment was positive, with many appreciating its charming take on a classic tale.

Fun Fact

The character of Fagin was originally conceived as a human, but was changed to a dog to make him less menacing and more sympathetic.

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CinemaSerf

CinemaSerf

I suppose it was only a matter of time before this classic Charles Dickens story got the Disney treatment - but given that it's completely devoid of any darkness or eeriness, this rather too cheerful and vibrant pet-fest doesn't really work...