Dot and the Kangaroo
1977, English. Directed by Yoram Gross.
An Australian girl gets lost in the Outback, but she’s befriended by a kangaroo who gives her a ride in her pouch as they search for the girl’s home.
- Runtime
- 1h 15m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
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Dot and the Kangaroo is streaming on Artiflix in India.
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Cast & crew
- Yoram GrossDirector
- Barbara FrawleyDot (voice)
- Joan BruceThe Kangaroo / Mother (voice)
- Spike MilliganMr. Platypus (voice)
- June SalterMrs. Platypus (voice)
- Ross HigginsWillie Wagtail (voice)
- Ron HaddrickFather (voice)
- Richard MeikleJack, the Farmhand (voice)
- Lola Brooks(voice)
- Peter Gwynne(voice)
- George Assang(voice)
- Kerrie Biddell(voice)
- John Derum(voice)
Details
- Released
- 14 May 1977
- Country
- Australia
- Written by
- Yoram Gross, John Palmer
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What Dot and the Kangaroo is based on
Dot and the Kangaroo is based on Dot and the Kangaroo (1899) by Ethel Pedley, published by Angus & Robertson.
1899
Dot and the Kangaroo
By Ethel Pedley
Published by Angus & Robertson
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After Dot and the Kangaroo
What comes next in the series.
Around the World with Dot
1981 · 6.5/10
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1983 · 9.0/10
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Dot and the Koala
1985 · 6.3/10
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Dot and Keeto
1986 · 7.0/10
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Dot and the Whale
1986 · 6.0/10
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Dot and the Smugglers
1987 · 8.5/10
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Dot and the Kangaroo: quick answers
What comes after Dot and the Kangaroo?
Next in the series: Around the World with Dot (1981), Dot and the Bunny (1983), and Dot and the Koala (1985).
Is Dot and the Kangaroo worth watching?
Dot and the Kangaroo doesn’t have enough ratings for a verdict yet.
How long is Dot and the Kangaroo?
Dot and the Kangaroo runs 75 minutes (1h 15m).
Does Dot and the Kangaroo have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Dot and the Kangaroo. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Dot and the Kangaroo parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for Dot and the Kangaroo yet.
Which OTT platform is Dot and the Kangaroo on?
Dot and the Kangaroo is streaming on Artiflix in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Dot and the Kangaroo?
If you liked Dot and the Kangaroo, try Back to the Outback, Khumba, The Pagemaster.
Who directed Dot and the Kangaroo?
Dot and the Kangaroo (1977) was directed by Yoram Gross and stars Barbara Frawley, Joan Bruce, Spike Milligan.
What is Dot and the Kangaroo based on?
Dot and the Kangaroo is based on Dot and the Kangaroo (1899) by Ethel Pedley, published by Angus & Robertson.