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 Israel — 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 Israel?+

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

Is Shinbone Alley on Netflix?+

Shinbone Alley is not on Netflix in Israel 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.