One Hundred and One Dalmatians
The Canine Caper of the Century
Overview
When a litter of dalmatian puppies are abducted by the minions of Cruella De Vil, the parents must find them before she uses them for a diabolical fashion statement.
Backdrop
What makes this movie Worth Watching
Released during a time when family-friendly films were gaining popularity, 'One Hundred and One Dalmatians' was one of the first Disney adaptations to focus on live-action characters interacting with animated characters, Paving the way for future hybrid animation-live action films like 'Who Framed Roger Rabbit' (1988) and 'Alvin and the Chipmunks: The Squeakquel' (2009)
- Engaging and humorous plot centered around the daring rescue mission of 101 Dalmatian puppies, Timeless animation by Disney that still holds up today, Exceptional voice acting by prestigious actors such as Rod Taylor and Betty Lou Gerson, Iconic soundtrack by the Sherman Brothers
Fun Facts
- The film was based on a novel titled 'The Hound of Baskervilles' by Dodie Smith, but Disney chose to title it after the number of Dalmatian puppies in the story. The original book title had been previously used for another Sherlock Holmes adaptation., The dalmatian spotted pattern is called 'roan', and its rarity inspired the idea of creating 101 puppies in the film, In the live-action scenes, real dalmatians were trained to run on treadmills so that their paw prints could be animated for the film.
Available Languages
English
US
Title:
"The Canine Caper of the Century"
Deutsch
DE
Title: Pongo und Perdita
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Italiano
IT
Title: La carica dei 101
"Questa volta la magia è vera."
Nederlands
NL
Title: 101 Dalmatiërs
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Português
PT
Title: Os 101 Dálmatas
"Eu vejo mil pintinhas..."
Français
FR
Title: Les 101 Dalmatiens
"Du fou rire animé à 101 %"
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Reviews
It's a classic. Great for all children and adults. Not really for me but I'll watch it if the family wants too. I prefer the live version more.
Walt Disney's classic film, 101 Dalmatians, may not be completely original as it is based on a previous book, but it has turned its characters into beloved favorites, especially Pongo and Purdy. The movie will make you fall in love with all the adorable puppies like Lucky, Penny, Patch, and Freckles.
The animation is superb with just the right amount of music that doesn't overwhelm the storyline but does give us the memorable song of Cruella Deville. Speaking of the villain, Cruella is an iconic and fantastically over-the-top character, with Horace and Jasper adding to the trio's incredible dynamic.
The film is a delightful experience from start to finish, a complete classic that has been a box office success and is one of Walt Disney's triumphs. Moving forward, the live-action films, 101 Dalmatians and 102 Dalmatians, are based on the cartoon and offer a fresh take on the story with Glenn Close's portrayal of Cruella Deville being particularly outstanding.
While the movies may have a few plot holes, they are still top-notch entertainment. The sequel, 101 Dalmatians Part 2 in the Animated Series, focuses on Patch's adventures in London, adding a new dimension to the beloved story. Although the animated series may not reach the same heights as the original or the movies, it is still worth a watch for fans of the franchise.
Overall, the four films together create an enjoyable and incredible experience. They are definitely worth checking out, with Patch's story adding an extra layer of fun to the beloved Dalmatian universe.
Oscar Awards
Wins
Haven't Won A Oscar
Nominations
Haven't Nominated for Oscar
Media
Trailer
101 Dalmatians - Trailer #6 - 1991 Reissue Trailer (35mm 4K)
Trailer
101 Dalmatians - 2008 Platinum Edition DVD Trailer
Trailer
101 Dalmatians - 2015 Diamond Edition Blu-ray Trailer