The Ugly Dino (1940): cast, story & where to watch
1940 · Film · ★ 2
Released in 1940, The Ugly Dino is an animation film directed by Dave Fleischer, running about 6 minutes.
What it’s about. A mother dinosaur hatches three little cuties, but the fourth is "ugly." He gets an inferiority complex because his brothers won't play with him, and they treat him meanly. When a big sabertooth tiger comes along, the baby dinosaur begs the predator to eat him. The little dino says, "Eat me, eat me....I have a face that even a mother couldn't love." The "ugly dino" ends up saving the day, and his mother showers him with kisses and hugs.
How it landed. With an audience score of 2.0/10, The Ugly Dino has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Ugly Dino page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Ugly Dino tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Your Name., Grave of the Fireflies and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Ugly Dino (1940)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Ugly Dino change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Ugly Dino worth watching?
- The Ugly Dino holds an audience score of 2.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy animation. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- When was The Ugly Dino released?
- The Ugly Dino was released in 1940, with a runtime of about 6 minutes.