The Jungle Book (1967)

Kernel Score: 83% · 6,596 ratings · Rated G

Genres: Family, Animation, Adventure

Released: 1967-10-18

Runtime: 78 minutes

Is The Jungle Book worth watching?

Worth watching. Disney's laid-back jungle adventure is carried by its songs and its characters, especially Baloo. It's simple and episodic, but charming, and it holds up as a good first film for kids.

Watch it if you

  • want a classic Disney film
  • enjoy songs and funny animal characters
  • are watching with young children

Skip it if you

  • want a tight plot
  • dislike older animation styles

Best for: Family movie night

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

Where to watch The Jungle Book

  • 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

The boy Mowgli makes his way to the man-village with Bagheera, the wise panther. Along the way he meets jazzy King Louie, the hypnotic snake Kaa and the lovable, happy-go-lucky bear Baloo, who teaches Mowgli "The Bare Necessities" of life and the true meaning of friendship.

The Jungle Book parents' guide: all ages

Parents need to know that The Jungle Book (1967) is a G-rated Disney classic about a boy raised in the jungle who learns about friendship.

  • Violence & scariness: Some — Includes a menacing villain (Shere Khan) and mild jungle peril suitable for family viewing.

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

Movies like The Jungle Book

If you liked The Jungle Book, these are the movies we'd watch next.

  • The Lion King (1994) — 94%: Disney animal epic with more drama and bigger songs.
  • Tarzan (1999) — 85%: Another boy raised by animals, in a more modern style.
  • Robin Hood (1973) — 81%: Another easygoing Disney animal adventure.
  • The Aristocats (1970) — 82%: Disney animal story with jazz and charm.
  • Brother Bear (2003) — 82%: Animal-and-human adventure about family.
  • The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh (1977) — 81%: Gentle, simple storytelling for small kids.

Director

Wolfgang Reitherman

Cast

  • Bruce Reitherman as Mowgli the Man Cub (voice)
  • Phil Harris as Baloo the Bear (voice)
  • Sebastian Cabot as Bagheera the Panther (voice)
  • George Sanders as Shere Khan the Tiger (voice)
  • Sterling Holloway as Kaa the Snake (voice)
  • Louis Prima as King Louie of the Apes (voice)
  • J. Pat O'Malley as Col. Hathi the Elephant / Buzzie (voice)
  • Clint Howard as Junior (voice)
  • Chad Stuart as Dizzy (voice)
  • Lord Tim Hudson as Flaps (voice)

The Jungle Book FAQ

Is The Jungle Book worth watching?

Worth watching. Disney's laid-back jungle adventure is carried by its songs and its characters, especially Baloo. It's simple and episodic, but charming, and it holds up as a good first film for kids.

Where can I watch The Jungle Book?

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

Is The Jungle Book OK for kids?

The Jungle Book is rated G. Fresh Kernels suggests all ages. Parents need to know that The Jungle Book (1967) is a G-rated Disney classic about a boy raised in the jungle who learns about friendship.

What movies are like The Jungle Book?

If you liked The Jungle Book, try The Lion King, Tarzan, Robin Hood and The Aristocats.