The Milky Way (1940): cast, story & where to watch
1940 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 1940, The Milky Way is a fantasy, family and animation film directed by Rudolf Ising, running about 8 minutes.
What it’s about. The three little kittens have lost their mittens and are sent to bed without dinner. From their room, they see the Milky Way and sail up to it, using a basket and helium balloons, passing through some fanciful astronomical bodies, until they reach a Milky Way filled with every conceivable form of milk.
Who’s in it. The Milky Way stars Bernice Hansen as Mama Cat / Three Little Kittens (voice).
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, The Milky Way 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 Milky Way page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Milky Way 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 Milky Way (1940)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Milky Way change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Milky Way worth watching?
- The Milky Way holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy, family and animation. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Milky Way?
- The Milky Way stars Bernice Hansen.
- When was The Milky Way released?
- The Milky Way was released in 1940, with a runtime of about 8 minutes.