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The Rescuers Down Under (1990)

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Reviews Counted: 13

Fresh: 10

Rotten:3

Average Rating: 6.1/10

Runtime: 90 mins

Genre: Childrens

Synopsis: The world's bravest mice, Bernard and Miss Bianca, answer a call for help from deep in the heart of Australia's vast and unpredictable outback! With a crazy crew of local critters, these top mouse... The world's bravest mice, Bernard and Miss Bianca, answer a call for help from deep in the heart of Australia's vast and unpredictable outback! With a crazy crew of local critters, these top mouse agents rush to the aid of Cody, a young boy struggling to save a magnificent eagle from a ruthless poacher. Meanwhile, Bernard is getting jealous of Jake, a kangaroo mouse who takes quite a liking to Bianca. [More]

Starring: Bob Newhart, Eva Gabor, John Candy, George C. Scott

Starring: Bob Newhart, Eva Gabor, John Candy, George C. Scott, Tristan Rogers

Director: Mike Gabriel, Hendel Butoy

Director: Mike Gabriel, Hendel Butoy

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Aug 1, 2000

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  • The Rescuers Down Under
  • Hold on tight for a thrilling, fast-paced adventure unlike any other with THE RESCUERS DOWN UNDER! The world's bravest mice, Bernard and Miss Bianca, answer a call for help from deep in the heart of Australia's vast and unpredictable Outback! With a crazy crew of local critters, these top mouse agents rush to the aid of Cody, a young boy struggling to save a magnificent eagle from a ruthless poacher. But with restless natives and unexpected dangers popping up at every turn, who knows if they'll come to the rescue in time! Say "G'Day" to a classic Disney adventure full of unforgettable characters and incredible animation in this down-under delight you'll cherish for years to come!
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    I had my first epileptic seizure while watching this film. It was more exciting than this tepid sequel.

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    02/19/05
    Alex Sandell
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    Passable Disney sequel.

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    Jeffrey Westhoff
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    Watchable and family-friendly, but don't expect the moon.

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