The Reluctant Dragon movie poster

The Reluctant Dragon

1941 · 1h 14m · Released

G Animation, Family, Comedy

Humorist Robert Benchley attempts to find Walt Disney to ask him to adapt a short story about a gentle dragon who would rather recite poetry than be ferocious. Along the way, he is given a tour of Walt Disney Studios, and learns about the animation process.

Ratings

Based on audience scores
6.6 The Movie Database
N/A IMDb
N/A Rotten Tomatoes
N/A Metacritic

Where to stream The Reluctant Dragon

Streaming now in the United States on Disney Plus.

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Trailers and promos

The Reluctant Dragon 1941 Trailer | Disney
Forgotten Disney Classic Movie - Reluctant Dragon Original Trailer

Top cast and crew

Alfred L. Werker Director
Hamilton Luske Director
Robert Benchley Robert Benchley
Frances Gifford Doris
BP Buddy Pepper Humphrey
Nana Bryant Mrs. Benchley
CA Claud Allister Sir Giles (segment "The Reluctant Dragon") (voice)
Barnett Parker Dragon (segment "The Reluctant Dragon") (voice)
Billy Lee Boy (segment "The Reluctant Dragon") (voice)
FG Florence Gill Clara Cluck (voice) / Florence Gill
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Frequently asked questions about The Reluctant Dragon

Where can I watch The Reluctant Dragon in the United States?

The Reluctant Dragon is available to stream on Disney Plus in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.

Is The Reluctant Dragon on Disney Plus?

Yes. The Reluctant Dragon is streaming on Disney Plus in the United States.

Can I watch The Reluctant Dragon for free?

Not free in the United States right now. The Reluctant Dragon needs a subscription to Disney Plus, or you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.

What are the ratings for The Reluctant Dragon?

The Reluctant Dragon scores 6.6 on The Movie Database.

Who stars in The Reluctant Dragon?

The Reluctant Dragon stars Robert Benchley, Frances Gifford, Buddy Pepper, Nana Bryant, and Claud Allister. Alfred L. Werker is the director and Hamilton Luske is the director.

How long is The Reluctant Dragon?

The Reluctant Dragon runs 1h 14m (74 minutes).

When did The Reluctant Dragon come out?

The Reluctant Dragon was released on June 19, 1941.

Which studio made The Reluctant Dragon?

The Reluctant Dragon was produced by Walt Disney Productions in the United States.

What was the budget for The Reluctant Dragon?

The Reluctant Dragon was made on a budget of $600.

Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.

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