1941 · movie · G · 1h 14m
The Reluctant Dragon
The big feature show with a thousand surprises!
Is The Reluctant Dragon on Netflix?
No. The Reluctant Dragon (1941) is not on Netflix in the US right now. You can stream it on Disney+, Prime Video.
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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.
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How we got to 67.7
Critic and audience ratings set the number. Popularity, Top 10 position and recency can only lift it, never sink it. Full method.
| Signal | Value | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| TMDB | 6.6/10 | 100% of base score |
| Popularity | 23 | none |
The Reluctant Dragon: common questions
Is The Reluctant Dragon on Netflix?
No. The Reluctant Dragon (1941) is not on Netflix in the US right now. You can stream it on Disney+, Prime Video.
Where can I watch The Reluctant Dragon?
The Reluctant Dragon (1941) is included with a Disney+, Prime Video subscription in the US.
Is The Reluctant Dragon worth watching?
It scores 67.7/100 on our blended rating, which puts it in B-tier: worth it.
How long is The Reluctant Dragon?
The Reluctant Dragon runs 1h 14m (74 minutes).
What is The Reluctant Dragon rated?
The Reluctant Dragon is rated G in the US.
Who is in The Reluctant Dragon?
The Reluctant Dragon stars Robert Benchley, Frances Gifford, Buddy Pepper, Nana Bryant.
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Availability last verified September 22, 2026. Ratings from TMDB. Streaming data from JustWatch via TMDB.