One Hundred and One Dalmatians (1961)
Kernel Score: 80% · 6,605 ratings · Rated G
Genres: Adventure, Animation, Comedy, Family
Released: 1961-01-25
Runtime: 79 minutes
Is One Hundred and One Dalmatians worth watching?
Worth watching. Disney's spotted-puppy rescue is brisk, stylish and mischievous, with one of animation's best villains in Cruella. The sketchy look is a joy, and kids love the dogs.
Watch it if you
- want a classic Disney film for young kids
- love dogs
- like a strong, funny villain
Skip it if you
- want a modern, polished animation style
- dislike older storytelling
Best for: Family movie night
Fresh Kernels verdict, AI-assisted from our scores, audience reviews and the official rating.
Where to watch One Hundred and One Dalmatians
- Stream: Disney+
- Rent: Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-22.
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.
One Hundred and One Dalmatians parents' guide: all ages
Parents need to know that One Hundred and One Dalmatians is a classic Disney animated family film with a menacing villain.
- Violence & scariness: A little — Puppies are threatened with kidnapping by villain Cruella De Vil, but content stays mild and cartoonish.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official G rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
Movies like One Hundred and One Dalmatians
If you liked One Hundred and One Dalmatians, these are the movies we'd watch next.
- Lady and the Tramp (1955) — 79%: Another classic Disney dog story.
- The Aristocats (1970) — 82%: Disney animal adventure with a jazzy, sweet tone.
- The Fox and the Hound (1981) — 80%: Gentle Disney story about an animal friendship.
- The Jungle Book (1967) — 83%: Classic Disney animal adventure with memorable characters.
- Isle of Dogs (2018) — 87%: Stylish, funny dog adventure for older kids.
- The Great Mouse Detective (1986) — 77%: Short classic Disney mystery with a great villain.
Director
Cast
- Rod Taylor as Pongo (voice)
- J. Pat O'Malley as Colonel / Jasper (voice)
- Betty Lou Gerson as Cruella De Vil / Miss Birdwell (voice)
- Martha Wentworth as Nanny / Queenie / Lucy (voice)
- Ben Wright as Roger (voice)
- Cate Bauer as Perdita (voice)
- David Frankham as Sergeant Tibbs (voice)
- Frederick Worlock as Horace / Inspector Craven (voice)
- Lisa Davis as Anita (voice)
- Tom Conway as Quizmaster / Collie (voice)
One Hundred and One Dalmatians FAQ
Is One Hundred and One Dalmatians worth watching?
Worth watching. Disney's spotted-puppy rescue is brisk, stylish and mischievous, with one of animation's best villains in Cruella. The sketchy look is a joy, and kids love the dogs.
Where can I watch One Hundred and One Dalmatians?
In the US you can stream One Hundred and One Dalmatians on Disney+ and rent it from Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is One Hundred and One Dalmatians OK for kids?
One Hundred and One Dalmatians is rated G. Fresh Kernels suggests all ages. Parents need to know that One Hundred and One Dalmatians is a classic Disney animated family film with a menacing villain.
What movies are like One Hundred and One Dalmatians?
If you liked One Hundred and One Dalmatians, try Lady and the Tramp, The Aristocats, The Fox and the Hound and The Jungle Book.