Dot and the Kangaroo
Originally released in 1977. Dot and the Kangaroo is a animation/adventure film. directed by Yoram Gross. At just 75 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Barbara Frawley, Joan Bruce, and Spike Milligan
Synopsis
An Australian girl gets lost in the Outback, but she's befriended by a kangaroo who gives her a ride in her pouch as they search for the girl's home. Aiding the pair are musically gifted koalas, platypuses, and kookaburras in this film based on Ethel Pedley's 1899 children's book, with animated humans and animals superimposed upon a live-action background.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 14, 1977
48 years ago
Runtime
1h 15m
75 minutes total
User Rating
7.1/10
Great (9 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
Australia
Production
Director
Top Cast
Barbara Frawley
as Dot (voice)
Joan Bruce
as The Kangaroo / Mother (voice)
Spike Milligan
as Mr. Platypus (voice)
June Salter
as Mrs. Platypus (voice)
Ross Higgins
as Willie Wagtail (voice)
Ron Haddrick
as Father (voice)
Richard Meikle
as Jack, the Farmhand (voice)
Lola Brooks
as (voice)
Peter Gwynne
as (voice)
George Assang
as (voice)
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Yoram Gross Films
- Australian Film Commission
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dot and the Kangaroo about?
An Australian girl gets lost in the Outback, but she's befriended by a kangaroo who gives her a ride in her pouch as they search for the girl's home. Aiding the pair are musically gifted koalas, pl...
Who directed Dot and the Kangaroo?
Dot and the Kangaroo was directed by Yoram Gross.
How long is Dot and the Kangaroo?
Dot and the Kangaroo has a runtime of 1 hours and 15 minutes (75 minutes total).
When was Dot and the Kangaroo released?
Dot and the Kangaroo was released on May 14, 1977 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Dot and the Kangaroo?
The main cast of Dot and the Kangaroo includes Barbara Frawley, Joan Bruce, Spike Milligan, June Salter, Ross Higgins.