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Oliver and Company (1988)

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Reviews Counted: 17 Fresh: 8  Rotten:9 Average Rating: 5.6/10

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Runtime: 74 mins

Synopsis: This animated Disney film, loosely based on Charles Dickens' "Oliver Twist," revolves around a cute orphaned kitten named Oliver, who is given shelter by a streetwise gang of dogs. A human beggar named Fagin does his best to provide for these homeless (and tuneful) animals. But Fagin has a... This animated Disney film, loosely based on Charles Dickens' "Oliver Twist," revolves around a cute orphaned kitten named Oliver, who is given shelter by a streetwise gang of dogs. A human beggar named Fagin does his best to provide for these homeless (and tuneful) animals. But Fagin has a problem: he owes the wicked loan shark Sykes a lot of dough, and has only three days in which to cough it up. Oliver and the pooches take it upon themselves to help Fagin out of the doghouse. Meanwhile, Oliver is adopted by a lonely (and rich) girl named Jenny -- who Sykes later kidnaps. Can Oliver and his canine cohorts find a way to save both Fagin and Jenny? [More]

Genre: Childrens

Starring: Joey Lawrence, Billy Joel, Cheech Marin, Bette Midler, Dom DeLuise

Director: George Scribner
Screenwriter: Jim Cox, Timothy J. Disney, James Mangold, Roger Allers

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Apr 5, 2004

[DVD Details]
  • Oliver & Company: Special Edition
  • A timeless classic inspired by Charles Dickens' novel "Oliver Twist," OLIVER & COMPANY is a fun-filled, action-packed musical adventure voiced and sung by one of the most talented casts in Disney history! And now you can own this Disney masterpiece on DVD! The film artfully blends lovable characters, cool songs, and action-packed adventure into a contemporary classic that's "charming, funny, musical, and thrilling!" (ABC-TV) Disney's hip, high-energy tale begins in the concrete canyons of New York City, where Oliver, an adorable orphaned kitten, is befriended by Dodger, a carefree mutt with a certain street savoir faire. The mischievous little cat is welcomed by Dodger's pack of pickpocket pooches, including dim-witted Einstein, ravishing Rita, and live-wire Tito. This ragtag family of misfits runs into trouble when the evil mastermind Sykes -- aided by his two daunting dobermans -- schemes to kidnap the lonely little rich girl who just adopted Oliver! It's up to the brave kitten and his newfound friends to race to the rescue in an electrifying chase through the city's subway system. Boasting five outstanding original songs and the musical talents of Billy Joel, Bette Midler, and Huey Lewis -- and overflowing with brilliant animation, OLIVER & COMPANY is a modern masterpiece.
  • Source: Buena Vista Home Entertainment.

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    Emanuel Levy
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    Animated Dickens makes for a surprisingly successful translation, and in my book Billy Joel can do very little wrong.

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    Gregory Weinkauf
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    Cute but forgettable cartoon musical; a solid voice cast does a decent job.

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    Pure ‘80s drivel.

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    ...the virtual nadir of the Disney oeuvre.

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    "catchy songs, a cuddly hero, perfectly pleasant"

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    Mostly harmless.

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    This is a funny, enjoyable family treat.

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