The Great Mouse Detective (1986)
Kernel Score: 77% · 1,773 ratings · Rated G
Genres: Animation, Family, Adventure, Mystery
Released: 1986-07-02
Runtime: 74 minutes
Where to watch The Great Mouse Detective
- 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
When the diabolical Professor Ratigan kidnaps London's master toymaker, the brilliant master of disguise Basil of Baker Street and his trusted sidekick Dawson try to elude the ultimate trap and foil the perfect crime.
The Great Mouse Detective parents' guide: all ages
Parents need to know that The Great Mouse Detective is a G-rated animated adventure with a cartoonish villain and mild peril suitable for the whole family.
- Violence & scariness: Some — Animated peril involves kidnapping and a villain's schemes, presented in mild, cartoonish fashion typical of G-rated films.
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
Cast
- Barrie Ingham as Basil of Baker Street / Bartholomew (voice)
- Vincent Price as Professor Ratigan (voice)
- Val Bettin as Dr. David Q. Dawson / Thug Guard (voice)
- Susanne Pollatschek as Olivia Flaversham (voice)
- Candy Candido as Fidget (voice)
- Diana Chesney as Mrs. Judson (voice)
- Eve Brenner as The Mouse Queen (voice)
- Alan Young as Mr. Flaversham (voice)
- Basil Rathbone as Sherlock Holmes (voice)
- Ellen Fitzhugh as Bar Maid (voice)
The Great Mouse Detective FAQ
Is The Great Mouse Detective good?
The Great Mouse Detective has a 77% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 1,773 audience ratings.
Where can I watch The Great Mouse Detective?
In the US you can stream The Great Mouse Detective on Disney+ and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is The Great Mouse Detective OK for kids?
The Great Mouse Detective is rated G. Fresh Kernels suggests all ages. Parents need to know that The Great Mouse Detective is a G-rated animated adventure with a cartoonish villain and mild peril suitable for the whole family.
What movies are like The Great Mouse Detective?
If you liked The Great Mouse Detective, try The Gruffalo, One Hundred and One Dalmatians, Scoob! and Dog Man.