Official movie poster for One Hundred and One Dalmatians (1961), a adventure animation film

One Hundred and One Dalmatians(1961)

The Canine Caper of the Century

7.2(6,767)1h 19m1961-01-25
AdventureAnimationComedyFamily

One Hundred and One Dalmatians Synopsis

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 (1961) is a adventure, animation, comedy and family film directed by Clyde Geronimi, released on January 25, 1961 with a runtime of 1h 19m. It stars Rod Taylor, J. Pat O'Malley, Betty Lou Gerson and Martha Wentworth. Viewers rate it 7.2 out of 10 across 6,767 ratings.

Director:
Clyde Geronimi
Writers:
Dodie Smith, Bill Peet, Mel Leven
Producers:
Walt Disney
Composer:
George Bruns
Production:
Walt Disney Productions
Budget:
$3,600,000
Revenue:
$303,000,000
Status:
Released

One Hundred and One Dalmatians (1961) Trailer

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101 Dalmatians - Trailer #6 - 1991 Reissue Trailer (35mm 4K)

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101 Dalmatians - 2008 Platinum Edition DVD Trailer

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101 Dalmatians - 2015 Diamond Edition Blu-ray Trailer

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101 Dalmatians - 1979 Theatrical Trailer

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101 Dalmatians - 1969 Theatrical Trailer

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101 Dalmatians - 1961 Theatrical Trailer

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101 Dalmatians - 1961 Cinemascope Trailer

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One Hundred and One Dalmatians Reviews & Ratings

Average viewer score of 7.2/10 from 6,767 ratings.

Andre Gonzales

6/10

It's a classic. Great for all children and adults. Not really for me but I'll watch it if the family wants too. I prefer the live version more.

Reviewed on July 21, 2023

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8/10

Walt Disney's classic film, 101 Dalmatians, may not be completely original as it is based on a previous book, but it has turned its characters into beloved favorites, especially Pongo and Purdy. The movie will make you fall in love with all the adorable puppies like Lucky, Penny, Patch, and Freckles. The animation is superb with just the right amount of music that doesn't overwhelm the storyline but does give us…

Reviewed on September 1, 2024

RealZero

7/10

Finally, after years of growing up with and watching the TV shows based on it, 101 Dalmatians and 101 Dalmatian Street, I finally managed to watch where it started! And what can I say? I like the movie. Of course, as with many movies of the time, parts of the pacing are slower than one is used today, like the first showing of the "barking chain", or the whole beginning. But seriously, I think it felt kinda nice and…

Reviewed on March 18, 2026

Vinicius Monteiro

8/10

Have you ever noticed how some older movies have this crazy, vibrant energy—like the drawings are about to jump right off the screen—while others just look like still paintings? Re-watching 101 Dalmatians, I realized it's a movie that definitely divides people, but it undeniably saved an empire. If you're just in it for the nostalgia, you'll have a good time. But if you really pay attention, you can spot the exact…

Reviewed on May 16, 2026

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One Hundred and One Dalmatians – Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I watch One Hundred and One Dalmatians online?

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One Hundred and One Dalmatians (1961) is available to stream on Disney Plus, and to rent or buy from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Amazon Video and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is checked against JustWatch data and can change by region.

Who stars in One Hundred and One Dalmatians?

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The main cast of One Hundred and One Dalmatians (1961) includes Rod Taylor, J. Pat O'Malley, Betty Lou Gerson, Martha Wentworth and Ben Wright. The film was directed by Clyde Geronimi. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.

When was One Hundred and One Dalmatians released?

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One Hundred and One Dalmatians was released on January 25, 1961 and runs for 1h 19m.

Is One Hundred and One Dalmatians worth watching?

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One Hundred and One Dalmatians (1961) holds an average rating of 7.2 out of 10 from 6,767 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy adventure, animation and comedy films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.

Is there a trailer for One Hundred and One Dalmatians?

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