Family Animation Adventure The Jungle Book Collection

The Jungle Book

Name: The Jungle Book
Director: Wolfgang Reitherman
Genre: Family, Animation, Adventure
Released: 1967-01-01
Duration: 78 min
Rating: 7.3
Cast: Bruce Reitherman, Phil Harris, Sebastian Cabot, George Sanders, Sterling Holloway

1967Dir. Wolfgang Reitherman1h 18m

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Runtime1h 18m

Released1967

Budget$4M

Box office$378M

DirectorWolfgang Reitherman

About This Movie

The Jungle Book (1967) carries that classic Disney charm, with Wolfgang Reitherman at the helm. The animation here is vibrant, really capturing the lushness of the jungle. Mowgli's journey is sweetly paced, allowing you to soak in each character's quirks—the jazzy King Louie is a standout, with that swinging vibe. Baloo's laid-back attitude provides a nice counter to the more serious moments. The voice performances, especially by Phil Harris as Baloo, add a warmth that makes you smile. The songs are catchy, and the blend of humor and life lessons feels genuine, hitting just right for both kids and adults. It's neat how the film balances adventurous spirit with the essence of friendship.

Released on October 18, 1967.Based on Rudyard Kipling's stories.Last animated feature produced during Walt Disney's lifetime.Features memorable songs by the Sherman Brothers.