15 Disney Movies With the Worst Reviews on Rotten Tomatoes

By Tom Fish On 6/11/21 at 7:00 PM EDT

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Disney is responsible for some of the finest films ever made, from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs to Toy Story.

However, a minority of Disney's animated movies are all proved misses with critics.

Below, Newsweek presents the Disney movies with the worst reviews on Rotten Tomatoes.

15. A Goofy Movie

1995 ‧ Family/Musical ‧ 1h 21m

Goofy and his teenage son Max travel across the U.S. to forge a friendship.

Rotten Tomatoes' critics' consensus states: "A Goofy Movie offers enough of its titular ingredient to satisfy younger viewers, even if most parents will agree that this beloved character deserves better."

14. Pocahontas

1995 ‧ Family/Musical ‧ 1h 31m

A Native American dreams of marrying a prince and New World explorer called Smith.

Rotten Tomatoes' critics' consensus states: "Pocahontas means well, and has moments of startling beauty, but it's largely a bland, uninspired effort, with uneven plotting and an unfortunate lack of fun."

13. Robin Hood

1973 ‧ Family/Adventure ‧ 1h 23m

Outlaw Robin Hood forms a group in Sherwood Forest to battle the brutality of the Sheriff of Nottingham.

Rotten Tomatoes' critics' consensus states: "One of the weaker Disney adaptations, Robin Hood is cute and colorful but lacks the majesty and excitement of the studio's earlier efforts."

12. Home on the Range

2004 ‧ Family/Musical ‧ 1h 16m

A trio of cows fight to save their farm from a greedy outlaw after he plans to conquer it.

Rotten Tomatoes' critics' consensus states: "Though Home on the Range is likeable and may keep young children diverted, it's one of Disney's more middling titles, with garish visuals and a dull plot."

11. The Black Cauldron

U 1985 ‧ Family/Fantasy ‧ 1h 21m

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A group begin an adventure to discover the black cauldron with the power to create a giant army of unstoppable soldiers.

Rotten Tomatoes' critics' consensus states: "Ambitious but flawed, The Black Cauldron is technically brilliant as usual, but lacks the compelling characters of other Disney animated classics."

10. Oliver & Company

1988 ‧ Family/Musical ‧ 1h 14m

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After getting lost in New York, Oliver meets lazy mongrel Dodger who helps him steal food from local vendors.

Rotten Tomatoes' critics' consensus states: "Predictable and stodgy, Oliver & Company isn't one of Disney's best, though its colorful cast of characters may be enough to entertain young viewers looking for a little adventure."

9. Bambi II

2006 ‧ Family/Drama ‧ 1h 15m

Bambi reunites with his father, the Great Prince, tasked with raising the young fawn educating him about the workings of the wilderness.

Joe Leydon of Variety wrote: "Lightly amusing but unremarkable."

8. Atlantis: The Lost Empire

2001 ‧ Family/Adventure ‧ 1h 36m

An explorer joins a group of explorers to search for the mysterious island of Atlantis.

Rotten Tomatoes' critics' consensus states: "Atlantis provides a fast-paced spectacle, but stints on such things as character development and a coherent plot."

7. Peter Pan: Return to Never Land

2002 ‧ Fantasy/Animation ‧ 1h 13m

Captain Hook snatches Jane, mistaking her for her mother, Wendy and takes her to Neverland.

Rotten Tomatoes' critics' consensus states: "With its forgettable songs and lackluster story, this new Pan will surely entertain kids, but will feel more like a retread to adults."

6. Planes: Fire & Rescue

2014 ‧ Family/Comedy ‧ 1h 24m

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A celebrity racer with a fantastic career retrains as a certified firefighter.

Critics Consensus: Although it's too flat and formulaic to measure up against the best family-friendly fare, Planes: Fire and Rescue is a passable diversion for much younger viewers."

5. Brother Bear

2003 ‧ Family/Adventure ‧ 1h 25m

When a bear kills a Native American's brother, he impulsively kills anptherr as revenge and, he gets transformed into a bear as a punishment.

Rotten Tomatoes' critics' consensus states: "Brother Bear is gentle and pleasant if unremarkable Disney fare, with so-so animation and generic plotting."

4. Chicken Little

2005 ‧ Family/Comedy ‧ 1h 21m

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A slice of sky falls on the head of Chicken Little, leading him and his friends to save the world from ending.

Rotten Tomatoes' critics' consensus states: "Disney expends more effort in the technical presentation than in crafting an original storyline."

3. Doug's 1st Movie

1999 ‧ Family/Comedy ‧ 1h 23m

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Hi high school dance is approaching, and Doug is eager to request Patti and himself to be planners.

Rotten Tomatoes' critics' consensus states: "Doug's first Movie may entertain very young fans of its main character, but essentially amounts to a forgettable feature-length episode of his show.

2. Planes

2013 ‧ Family/Comedy ‧ 1h 32m

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Dusty is a small-town plane who dreams of one day competing as a high-flying air racer.

Rotten Tomatoes' critics' consensus states: "Planes has enough bright colors, goofy voices, and slick animation to distract some young viewers for 92 minutes -- and probably sell plenty of toys in the bargain -- but on nearly every other level, it's a Disney disappointment."