Deceptively simple, beautiful, moving, and hilarious, DUMBO is often overlooked when considering Disney's greatest films because perhaps of its lack of extravagance, its brief running time, and its simple story. Baby elephant Jumbo Jr. is delivered by the stork to his elephant mom with much fanfare but soon receives a cold shoulder from the snobby female pachyderms and the rest of the circus due to his oversize ears. When his mother goes on a rampage in order to protect him from some snickering rubes, she winds up locked away. Dumbo is left without a friend in the world until the street-smart Timothy Mouse decides to become his manager and a telephone line full of delightful jive-talking crows convince him he can fly. Highlights include Dumbo accidentally getting drunk and experiencing the surreal musical sequence "Pink Elephants on Parade" and a soundtrack packed with such priceless songs as the Oscar-winning "Baby Mine" and the crow's soulful number, "When I see an Elephant Fly." There's nary an imperfect moment to be found in this raucous, tender, sublime film, which has been delighting audiences for generations.

In this classic animated Disney film, a baby circus elephant is cruelly mocked until he realizes that his enormous ears are a blessing in disguise: He can fly. Soon Dumbo becomes the greatest show on earth.

Theatrical release: October 23, 1941.

Rereleased in 1949, 1959, 1972, and 1976.

DUMBO is the fourth full-length animated feature from Walt Disney Pictures.

Shot in three-strip Technicolor.

The film won the 1947 Cannes Film Festival Award for Best Animation Design.

Excerpt: "That's it! Dumbo, you flew! Boy, am I stupid; why didn't I think of this before?! Your ears--they're perfect wings! The very things that held you down are gonna carry you up, and up, and up!"--Timothy Mouse (voice of Edward Brophy)

DVD Features:

Region 1
Keep Case
Full Frame - 1.33
Audio:
Dolby Digital 5.1 Surround - English
Dolby Digital - French, Spanish
Additional Release Material:
Bonus Short - Elmer Elephant And The Flying Mouse
Music Video - "Baby Mine" Music Video Performed By Jim Brickman And Kassie DePaiva
Interactive Features:
Interactive Games - 1. DisneyPedia: My First Circus Game
Read-A-Long - DVD Storybook: Dumbo's Big Discovery
Sing-Along - Look Out For Mr. Stork

Distributor Notes: Dumbo Big Top Edition

With high-flying entertainment and messages about friendship, acceptance, courage, and believing in yourself, Walt Disney?s DUMBO is "a timeless classic for children of all ages. Walt Disney at his finest" (Us Weekly). Meet Dumbo, Mrs. Jumbo's sweet little "Baby Mine" who charms all who see him . . . until it's discovered that he has huge floppy ears! With the support of his very best friend, Timothy the mouse, Dumbo soon learns that his spectacular ears make him unique and special, allowing him to soar to fame as the world's only flying elephant. You'll love all the daring adventure, colorful characters, award-winning music, and a circus tent full of fun bonus features! Go behind the scenes with DisneyPedia's "My First Circus," an all-new activity where you can learn about your favorite circus animals. This Big Top Edition also features Sing-Along Songs, a DVD Storybook, a new digital transfer, and much more. Climb aboard Casey Jr. for the Disney classic that will make your child's heart soar again and again!

Source: Buena Vista Home Entertainment

Ben Sharpsteen: American Animation Director

Walt Disney: American Producer/Director

Joe Grant: Screenwriter
Dick Huemer: Screenwriter

"...Delightful..."
"...Visually, the movie remains the peak of the studio's craft..."
"...A heartwarming tale..."
"[T]he film digs deep into some of the pervading fears of childhood. Remarkable."