Lady and the Tramp (1955)

Kernel Score: 79% · 5,582 ratings · Rated G

Genres: Family, Animation, Romance, Adventure, Comedy

Released: 1955-06-22

Runtime: 76 minutes

Is Lady and the Tramp worth watching?

Worth watching. A sweet old Disney romance between a pampered spaniel and a street mutt. The spaghetti scene is famous for a reason. It's slow and old-fashioned, but young kids and nostalgic adults will enjoy it.

Watch it if you

  • love classic Disney
  • want a gentle film for small children
  • like animal love stories

Skip it if you

  • want fast modern pacing
  • dislike dated stereotypes

Best for: Family movie night

Fresh Kernels verdict, AI-assisted from our scores, audience reviews and the official rating.

Where to watch Lady and the Tramp

  • Stream: Disney+
  • Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
  • Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube

US availability, updated 2026-10-23.

Overview

Lady, a golden cocker spaniel, meets up with a mongrel dog who calls himself the Tramp. He is obviously from the wrong side of town, but happenings at Lady's home make her decide to travel with him for a while.

Lady and the Tramp parents' guide: all ages

Parents need to know that Lady and the Tramp is a classic Disney romance about a pampered dog and a street-smart stray, with mild peril from a dogcatcher and jealous pets but overall wholesome themes.

  • Violence & scariness: A little — Mild peril involves a rat threatening a baby and a dogcatcher/pound scenes; nothing graphic.
  • Sex, romance & nudity: None — A romantic 'kiss' between the two dog leads (the famous spaghetti scene) but nothing beyond animated courtship.

Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official G rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.

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Director

Hamilton Luske

Cast

  • Barbara Luddy as Lady (voice)
  • Larry Roberts as Tramp (voice)
  • Peggy Lee as Darling / Si / Am / Peg (voice)
  • Bill Thompson as Jock / Bull / Policeman at Zoo / Dachsie / Joe (voice)
  • Bill Baucom as Trusty (voice)
  • Stan Freberg as Beaver (voice)
  • Verna Felton as Aunt Sarah (voice)
  • Alan Reed as Boris (voice)
  • George Givot as Tony (voice)
  • Dal McKennon as Toughy / Professor / Pedro / Hyena (voice)

Lady and the Tramp FAQ

Is Lady and the Tramp worth watching?

Worth watching. A sweet old Disney romance between a pampered spaniel and a street mutt. The spaghetti scene is famous for a reason. It's slow and old-fashioned, but young kids and nostalgic adults will enjoy it.

Where can I watch Lady and the Tramp?

In the US you can stream Lady and the Tramp on Disney+ and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.

Is Lady and the Tramp OK for kids?

Lady and the Tramp is rated G. Fresh Kernels suggests all ages. Parents need to know that Lady and the Tramp is a classic Disney romance about a pampered dog and a street-smart stray, with mild peril from a dogcatcher and jealous pets but overall wholesome themes.

What movies are like Lady and the Tramp?

If you liked Lady and the Tramp, try One Hundred and One Dalmatians, The Aristocats, Aladdin and Balto.