Homeward Bound: The Incredible Journey
Starring
Michael J. Fox, Don Ameche, Sally Field
Rating
Rating within genre
Rated
G
Directed by
Duwayne Dunham
Written by
Caroline Thompson, Linda Woolverton
Sheila Burnford *book*
Genre
Family drama
Film
Color; 1 hr. 25 min.
Date of Release
1993
Filming Locations
San Francisco, CA (USA)
Synopsis
Two dogs and a cat are left with a family friend far away from home. From the point of view of the three animals we watch their amazing journey through forest and prairie as they make their way home, believing their family is in trouble.
Summary
This is a beautifully done film that will win the hearts of children and adults alike. The voices for the three animals are great, especially Michael J. Fox as the comic street-bred puppy who is still trying to learn about the outside world. It's a sweet and soul-warming film that everyone should see more than a few times in their life.
Notable Quotes
"Shadow was faithful. Shadow was loyal. Shadow was a chump." -- Chance
"Well don't expect a big tip from me." -- Sassy
"Here kitty, kitty, kitty." -- Pound Worker
"No dummy, dummy, dummy." -- Sassy
"This isn't a your ordinary house cat - this is like...Arnold Schwarzenkitty!" -- Chance
"Say it, Chance!" -- Sassy
"All right, all right. Cats rule and dogs drool." -- Chance
"I can't hear you." -- Sassy
"Cats rule and dogs drool!" -- Chance
They encounter a porcupine
"What is that?" -- Sassy
"It looks like a squirrel having a really bad hair day." -- Chance
"You've learned almost everything I can teach you. Now all you need to learn is how to say goodbye." -- Shadow
Reviews
Stygian Films: "This is probably the most beautiful family film/drama ever created. The three main characters are likable, especially the rowdy puppy Chance. It's a great adaptation of Burnford's novel."
At-A-Glance: "Some of the script is played for laughs, yet this does not compromise the suspense, drama, or heart of the story, and there's an abundance of each. A word of praise must be said about the cinematography, also: it's gorgeous, capturing the animals and the scenery at their best. This one should please the young and old alike."
Leonard Maltin: "...the story is compelling, and the vocal performances excellent, especially Ameche, as the older, more faithful canine. Sure-fire Disney family entertainment."
Hollywood.com: "The story is exciting and the three lead actors provide great vocal performances, making Homeward Bound: The Incredible Journey a fine family film."
Videoflicks: "This is the best movie ever!"
Washington Post: "There's nothing better than the simple emotions, free of video-age impurity."
Disney Review: "This thrilling and thoroughly captivating theatrical hit from Disney has become an instant favorite with audiences of all ages. You'll lose your heart to Chance, a fun-loving American bulldog pup; Sassy, a hilarious Himalayan cat who lives up to her name; and Shadow, a wise old golden retriever - all of whom express themselves with very familiar human voices!"
ABC TV: "A+. An instant classic!"
Cast List
Michael J. Fox..........Chance
Don Ameche.............Shadow
Sally Field.................Sassy
Robert Hays..............Bob
Benj Thall..................Peter
Kim Greist.................Laura
Veronica Lauren........Hope
Kevin Chevalia..........Jamie
Woody Eney.............Forest Ranger
A silly puppy.
A wise old dog.
A cat with an attitude.
The greatest adventure ever.
Also recommended
A River Runs Through It
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