A Goofy Movie
A Goofy Movie

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A Goofy Movie

1995
Movie
78 min
English

Goofy’s teenage son Max is desperate to impress his crush and fit in at school. After well-meaning but ignorant Goofy suddenly whisks him away on a cross-country road trip—messing up Max’s first date plans in the process—Goofy’s old-school parenting and Max’s desire for independence lead to a vacation of hilarious mishaps, as they both learn to see eye to eye and listen to eachother.

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IMDb6.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes74%
Google Users87%
Director: Kevin LimaGenres: Animation, Comedy, Family, Musical

Plot Summary

Goofy and his son Max find their relationship strained when Max develops a crush on Roxanne and wants to impress her. Goofy, unaware of Max's desires, decides to take him on a cross-country road trip to fishing camp, mirroring his own father's journey. Max reluctantly goes along, while Roxanne and her friends, including PJ (Pete's son), have their own plans.

Critical Reception

A Goofy Movie was met with a generally positive reception from critics and audiences alike, appreciated for its humor, catchy songs, and surprisingly heartfelt portrayal of a father-son relationship. While not a critical darling upon release, it has since gained a strong cult following.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its humorous scenarios and memorable musical numbers.

  • Appreciated for its genuine emotional core and the relatable struggles of father-son dynamics.

  • Noted for successfully translating classic Disney characters into a more contemporary setting.

Google audience: Audiences generally loved the film's humor, the father-son story, and the vibrant musical sequences. Many found Goofy's efforts to connect with Max endearing, even if misguided, and Max's teenage angst relatable. The songs are frequently cited as a highlight.

Fun Fact

The character of Bradley Uppercase, the environmentalist protestor, was inspired by a real-life activist Goofy encountered on his road trip in the film. This character's catchphrase, 'Powerline!', was originally intended to be a real rock star's name.

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