The Incredible Journey

1963
G
1h 20m

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7.0/10

5.4K

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The story of three pets, a cat and two dogs, who lose their owners when they are all on vacation. Can they find their way home?

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Two dogs and a cat set off on a treacherous 200-mile journey towards home.Two dogs and a cat set off on a treacherous 200-mile journey towards home.Two dogs and a cat set off on a treacherous 200-mile journey towards home.

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IMDb RATING

7.0/10

5.4K

YOUR RATING

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John Longridge
(as Emile Genest)

John Drainie

Professor Jim Hunter

Tommy Tweed

The Hermit

Sandra Scott

Mrs. Hunter

Syme Jago

Helvi Numi

Marion Finlayson

Elizabeth Hunter

Ronald Cohoon

Peter Hunter

Robert Christie

James MacKenzie

Beth Lockerbie

Nell MacKenzie

Jan Rubes

Carl Nurmi

Iréna Mayeska

Mrs. Nurmi
(as Irena Mayeska)

Beth Amos

Mrs. Oakes

Eric Clavering

Bert Oakes

Rex Allen

Narrator
(voice)

Syn Cat

Tao -Cat
(uncredited)

Muffy

Bodger -Dog
(uncredited)

Rink

Luath -Dog
(uncredited)

Director
- Fletcher Markle
Writers
- James Algar
- Sheila Burnford
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Trivia
Quebec-born Émile Genest did not dub himself in the French version. It was done by a French actor in SPS studios, Paris, France.

Goofs
While Bodger the Bull Terrier is referred to as a male, the dog playing the part is obviously a female.

Quotes
Narrator: As he went deeper and deeper into the forest, the cat began to get uneasy. He had a strange feeling he was being followed. There was nothing in sight, yet his sense told him there was something back there, something evil.

Connections
Featured in L'ami public numéro un: Les ours (1971)

Soundtracks
Oh My Darling, Clementine
Music by Percy Montrose
Lyrics by H.S. Thompson

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10/10

A sheer delight

I love the 1993 film too, but I only just prefer this delightful classic. The humans are good enough characters, but to me the animals- who are incredibly charming, adorable and very convincing actors- are the best thing about this movie. Though there are many other things to like about The Incredible Journey too, especially the understated and thoughtful documentary-like narration, beautiful scenery and photography and beguiling soundtrack, not to mention a sweet and heart-warming story that effectively shows themes of friendship and determination. All in all, The Incredible Journey is a truly delightful film. 10/10 Bethany Cox