A young cat named Oliver is left alone in a kitten box, while all the other young cats have new owners. A big dog named Dodger shows him how to get food and later Oliver lives with him, his owner Fagin and Fagin's other dogs Tito, Rita, Einstein, and Francis. Fagin has one problem besides being broke he owes a nasty man named Sykes a lot of money. If he can't pay it back he's in big trouble. While Oliver runs into a little girl named Jenny who becomes his new owner which he is happy with and later Sykes sees Jenny as the key for him to get his money.
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.
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.
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.
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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