The Three Lives of Thomasina

The Three Lives of Thomasina (1963)

  • 60% of critics liked it
    (5 reviews)

  • 69% of users liked it
    (3,644 ratings)

Based on a whimsical novel by Paul Gallico, Disney's Three Lives of Thomasina is an imaginative tale of a resourceful cat. Thomasina is the pet of Karen Dotrice, the daughter of taciturn Scottish veterinarian Patrick McGoohan. When Thomasina falls ill, McGoohan coldly diagnoses the cat as suffering… More

PG, 1 hr. 35 min.
Directed By
Don Chaffey
Written By
Paul Gallico, Robert Westerby
Genres
Drama, Kids & Family, Mystery & Suspense, Science Fiction & Fantasy
In Theaters
Jun 4, 1964 Limited
On DVD
Jul 6, 2004
Buena Vista Pictures

Critic Reviews

  • Nell Minow, Common Sense Media

    Cat-centric family classic touches on deep topics.

  • Steve Crum, Video-Reviewmaster.com

    Typical '60s Disney fare; McGoohan always worth watching.

  • Staci Layne Wilson, StaciWilson.com

    A magical drama about love, loss, and acceptance.

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Featured Audience Ratings

  • AJ V


    This is a greatly underrated Disney classic. It's funny and cute, but it also has an exciting plot. Plus, McGoohan gives a great performance. I highly recommend this movie.

  • Dannielle A


    Why don't they make movies like this anymore?

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