The Fox and the Hound

The Fox and the Hound

Movie (1981)

A story of two friends who didn't know they were supposed to be enemies.

When a feisty little fox named Tod is adopted into a farm family, he quickly becomes friends with a fun and adorable hound puppy named Copper. Life is full of hilarious adventures until Copper is expected to take on his role as a hunting dog -- and the object of his search is his best friend!

Adventure
Animation
Drama
Family
82 minutes
Released
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Family guidance

Ages 6+

Drinking, drugs, and smoking are not featured in the movie. There is some mild flirting between foxes and a character is seen running out of a cabin in his underwear.

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Sex & Nudity
1/5

There is some mild flirting between foxes and a character is seen running out of a cabin in his underwear.

Violence & Gore
3/5

The story includes hunting themes, gunshots, traps, pelts, an animal being hit by a train, a bear fight, and electrocutions.

Profanity
1/5

Mild terms such as shucks and dagnabit are used.

Alcohol, Drugs & Smoking
0/5

Drinking, drugs, and smoking are not featured in the movie.

Frightening Scenes
3/5

The movie features loss, peril, an abandoned animal, a ferocious bear chase, and a cliff jump.

Positives & learning

Positive messages

3/5

The film demonstrates the strength of friendship against prejudice and how sorrow can lead to new beginnings.

Role models

3/5

Main characters demonstrate dedicated friendship, and an initially harsh character eventually shows a softer side.

Representation

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Learning

2/5

The movie is based on a book and offers a look at hunting dogs and foxes.

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