

The Reluctant Dragon (1941)
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Plot Summary
Humorist Robert Benchley attempts to find Walt Disney to ask him to adapt a short story about a gentle dragon who would rather recite poetry than be ferocious. Along the way, he is given a tour of Walt Disney Studios, and learns about the animation process.
Full Cast & Characters

Robert Benchley
Robert Benchley

Frances Gifford
Doris

Buddy Pepper
Humphrey

Nana Bryant
Mrs. Benchley

Claud Allister
Sir Giles (segment "The Reluctant Dragon") (voice)

Barnett Parker
Dragon (segment "The Reluctant Dragon") (voice)

Billy Lee
Boy (segment "The Reluctant Dragon") (voice)

Florence Gill
Clara Cluck (voice) / Florence Gill

Clarence Nash
Donald Duck (voice) / Clarence Nash

Norman Ferguson
Norman Ferguson

Ward Kimball
Ward Kimball

Jimmy Luske
Baby Weems Model
Director & Crew
Alfred L. Werker
Director
Official Trailer

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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch The Reluctant Dragon online?
The Reluctant Dragon (1941) is available to stream on various platforms. You can also watch it online via our Watch Online button.
What is the IMDb rating of The Reluctant Dragon?
It has an IMDb rating of 6.6/10 based on 161 votes.
Who directed The Reluctant Dragon?
The Reluctant Dragon was directed by Alfred L. Werker and released in 1941.
How long is The Reluctant Dragon?
The Reluctant Dragon has a runtime of 1 hours and 14 minutes.
Movie Details
- Release Date
- 1941-06-19
- Budget
- $0.0M
- Status
- Released





