Steamboat Willie
Seen it?1928 | 8 min | Animation, Comedy
Saturday SpecialWhy it’s a Saturday Special
It was critically acclaimed and it's still drawing plenty of interest, despite soft box office. A strong pick for the weekend.
Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- Made for anyone who wants a laugh and animation lovers. Critics rate it higher than audiences do, so it rewards patience more than it chases thrills.
- The mood
- Light and funny, feel-good.
- The pace
- Breezy, at 8 min.
- What might put you off
- Made in 1928: an older pace and style.
Mickey Mouse, piloting a steamboat, delights his passenger, Minnie Mouse, by making musical instruments out of the menagerie on deck.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsStrong
Critically acclaimed
- AudiencesSolid
7.3 out of 10
- AwardsNot counted
No major awards or nominations
- Reach & staying powerBelow par
Streaming release that reached a modest audience
- Buzz & cultural impactStrong
About 283K people sought it out in the past year
Trailer
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Cast & crew
Directed by Walt Disney, Ub Iwerks
- Walt DisneyMickey Mouse / Minnie Mouse / Pete (voice) (uncredited)