The Mouse and His Child (1977): cast, story & where to watch
1977 · Film · ★ 5.9
Released in 1977, The Mouse and His Child is a fantasy, drama, adventure and family film directed by Charles Swenson, running about 83 minutes.
What it’s about. A mouse and his child, the two parts of a single small wind-up toy, go on a quest to become "self-winding".
Who’s in it. The Mouse and His Child stars Peter Ustinov as Manny the Rat (voice), Cloris Leachman as Euterpe (voice), Sally Kellerman as The Seal (voice) and Andy Devine as The Frog (voice), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.9/10, The Mouse and His Child has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Mouse and His Child page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Mouse and His Child tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Mouse and His Child (1977)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Mouse and His Child change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Mouse and His Child worth watching?
- The Mouse and His Child holds an audience score of 5.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy, drama, adventure and family. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Mouse and His Child?
- The Mouse and His Child stars Peter Ustinov, Cloris Leachman, Sally Kellerman, Andy Devine and Alan Barzman.
- When was The Mouse and His Child released?
- The Mouse and His Child was released in 1977, with a runtime of about 83 minutes.