Dumbo
The One...The Only...The FABULOUS...
1941 • 64 min • Animation · Family
Synopsis
Dumbo is a baby elephant born with over-sized ears and a supreme lack of confidence. But thanks to his even more diminutive buddy Timothy the Mouse, the pint-sized pachyderm learns to surmount all obstacles.
Our family guide
Best from age 4- 100 Reviewers · 4 · 60%
- 70 Audience · 5342 · 40%
An outcast baby elephant with enormous ears finds his true potential with the help of a loyal mouse friend. He overcomes adversity and bullying to achieve his dreams of flight.
- Violence & peril
- 1/10
- Language
- 0/10
- Drinking, drugs & smoking
- 2/10
- Romance & sensuality
- 0/10
- Scary moments
- 3/10
Heads up
- Separation from a parent
- Elephants are treated poorly by circus staff
- Some characters are mean-spirited
What it models well
- Overcoming challenges
- Friendship and loyalty
- Self-acceptance
- Maternal love
Talk about it after
- Empathy for those who are different
- The importance of believing in yourself
- Dealing with bullying
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Top billed cast
Director: Ben Sharpsteen, Jack Kinney, Bill Roberts, Wilfred Jackson, Samuel Armstrong, Norman Ferguson • Crew: Joe Grant, Dick Huemer
Edward Brophy
Timothy Q. Mouse (voice) (uncredited)
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Margaret Wright
Casey Jr. (voice) (uncredited)
Verna Felton
Elephant Matriarch / Mrs. Jumbo (voice) (uncredited)
Sarah Selby
Prissy the Elephant (voice) (uncredited)
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Noreen Gammill
Catty the Elephant (voice) (uncredited)
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Dorothy Scott
Giddy the Elephant (voice) (uncredited)
Herman Bing
The Ringmaster (voice) (uncredited)
Cliff Edwards
Dandy Crow (voice) (uncredited)
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Jim Carmichael
Dopey Crow (voice) (uncredited)
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Hall Johnson
Deacon Crow (voice) (uncredited)
Trailers & clips
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Reviewer notes
RecommendedTrusted family reviewersBoth the original animated movie "Dumbo" from 1941 and the live-action remake from 2019 are praised for capturing the essence of the beloved characters and delivering compelling storylines. The animated film introduced audiences to memorable characters like Timothy Mouse, Mrs. Jumbo, and the crows, creating a timeless classic that resonated with viewers for generations. In the 2019 live-action adaptation, the e...
RecommendedI watched this as a kid. Wasn't always my favorite. I just never really got into Dumbo. Good for the kids though.
RecommendedWhen Mrs. Jumbo gets a gift from the stork, she is over the moon! Her youngster has everything just right, except - that is - he can wrap himself up in his own ears. The object of ridicule, she is soon locked up and he is reduced to being little better than a circus freak show attraction. Then fate takes a hand, and he meets the inspirational "Timothy Q. Mouse" who, after a bit of gentle persuasion, soon has our e...
RecommendedIt's progressive, it's racist. It's heart-warming, it's depressing. It's a moral tale, it's apathetic. Whatever. All I know is: Pink Elephants on Parade. _Final rating:★★★ - I liked it. Would personally recommend you give it a go._
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