One Hundred and One Dalmatians1961One Hundred and One Dalmatians
1961
Pongo the Dalmatian finds a wife for his songwriter owner, and a mate for himself, and soon the London flat is full of puppies. When the fur-loving Cruella De Vil steals them, Pongo and Perdita set out across the snowy countryside, with help from every dog in England.
The default: films the whole family can watch together; any scary or intense moments for the littlest viewers are flagged in the Context Notes.
Why it’s here
Two married couples, human and canine, welcome a houseful of puppies, and Pongo and Perdita brave a winter journey to rescue them. A warm picture of marriage and children as a joyful gift.
Context notes
For parents, before you press play.
Cruella is menacing and threatens to skin the puppies for coats, and the chases in the snow may scare little ones. Cruella smokes constantly.
One Hundred and One Dalmatians (1961)
Discussion questions
When the credits end, go around the room. Each person gives the film a score out of ten and says why.
- Why did Cruella want the puppies?
- What did Pongo and Perdita risk to save them?
- Who helped along the way?
- Why do you think Roger and Anita took in all 101?
Content advisory
Common Sense Media 5+: a frightening villain and puppies in peril; Cruella smokes constantly; henchmen drink; chaste romance.
Trailer
Best edition
The disc comes first.
101 Dalmatians Blu-ray (Disney100)
Blu-ray · February 28, 2023
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