Movie

Shinbone Alley

“It's sophisticated enough for kids, simple enough for adults”

★ 6.4(18)19701h 25m

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Good to know

Director: John Wilson
Release date: 1970-06-26
Runtime: 1h 25m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Fine Arts Films

About Shinbone Alley

Shinbone Alley is a 1970 movie in the Animation, Music and Comedy genres, directed by John Wilson, starring Carol Channing, Eddie Bracken and Alan Reed. It has a runtime of 1 hour 25 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.4/10 from 18 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Shinbone Alley in United Arab Emirates — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Suicidal poet Archy tries to end his life by jumping off a bridge, but awakens to find he has assumed the life of a cockroach and has become a part of a community of creatures living in a newspaper office. He also discovers that he can still write poetry, using a typewriter, and begins to enjoy his new life. Archy develops deep feelings for the lovely but self-destructive cat Mehitabel, but will have to fight to win her from bad-boy tomcat Bill.

Cast

Carol Channing

Mehitabel (voice)

Eddie Bracken

Archy (voice)

Alan Reed

Big Bill (voice)

John Carradine

Tyrone T. Tattersall (voice)

Hal Smith

Freddie the Rat / Prissy Cat (voice)

Joan Gerber

Penelope the Fat Cat / Ladybugs of the Evening (voice)

Sal Delano

Beatnik Spider (voice)

Ken Sansom

Rosie the Cat (voice)

Byron Kane

Newspaperman (voice)

Themes & keywords

catcutout animation

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Shinbone Alley in United Arab Emirates?+

Shinbone Alley is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in United Arab Emirates. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Shinbone Alley on Netflix?+

Shinbone Alley is not on Netflix in United Arab Emirates right now.

How long is Shinbone Alley?+

Shinbone Alley has a runtime of 1 hour 25 minutes (85 minutes).

Who stars in Shinbone Alley?+

Shinbone Alley stars Carol Channing, Eddie Bracken, Alan Reed, John Carradine and Hal Smith.

When did Shinbone Alley come out?+

Shinbone Alley is a 1970 movie directed by John Wilson.

What genre is Shinbone Alley?+

Shinbone Alley is Animation, Music, Comedy, Romance and Family film.

Who directed Shinbone Alley?+

Shinbone Alley was directed by John Wilson.