FeatureAnimation

The Mouse Factory (1972): cast, story & where to watch

1972 · Series · ★ 8.7

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Released in 1972, The Mouse Factory is an animation series.

What it’s about. The Mouse Factory is an American syndicated television series produced by Walt Disney Productions and created by Ward Kimball, that ran from 1972 to 1974. It showed clips from various Disney cartoons and movies, hosted by celebrity guests, including Johnny Brown, Charles Nelson Reilly, JoAnne Worley and many more, visiting the Disney studio and interacting with the walk-around Disney characters from the Disney Theme Parks. It was later re-run on the Disney Channel in the 1980s and '90s. The theme played over the previews of each episode was a fast instrumental version of "Whistle While You Work" from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. The song played over the end credits is "Minnie's Yoo Hoo", the theme song from the original Mickey Mouse Clubs that met in theaters starting in 1929. However, due to low ratings, the series was canceled after its second season.

How it landed. With an audience score of 8.7/10, The Mouse Factory sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Mouse Factory page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Mouse Factory tend to enjoy Rick and Morty, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba, Attack on Titan and Attack on Titan: No Regrets.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Mouse Factory (1972)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Mouse Factory change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Mouse Factory worth watching?
The Mouse Factory holds an audience score of 8.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy animation. Most viewers rate it highly.
When was The Mouse Factory released?
The Mouse Factory was released in 1972.