Adventure Animation Comedy 101 Dalmatians (Animated) Collection

One Hundred and One Dalmatians

Name: One Hundred and One Dalmatians
Director: Hamilton Luske
Genre: Adventure, Animation, Comedy, Family
Released: 1961-01-01
Duration: 79 min
Rating: 7.2
Cast: Rod Taylor, J. Pat O'Malley, Betty Lou Gerson, Martha Wentworth, Ben Wright

1961Dir. Hamilton Luske1h 19m

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Runtime1h 19m

Released1961

Budget$3.6M

Box office$303M

DirectorHamilton Luske

About This Movie

One Hundred and One Dalmatians, directed by Wolfgang Reitherman, really captures that unique blend of adventure and comedy. The animation style is smooth, and the characters—especially the puppies—are wonderfully expressive. Cruella De Vil brings such a chaotic energy; her design is just as striking as her personality, making her a standout villain. The pacing is brisk, keeping you engaged without feeling rushed, and the use of color in the backgrounds adds a nice touch to the overall atmosphere. Plus, the practical effects used in some scenes, like the iconic puppy stampede, are just delightful. It has this whimsical feel, yet touches on deeper themes like family and the fight against greed. It's a fun ride, for sure.

Great for animation enthusiastsFeatures a memorable villainThemes of family and resilience