Shinbone Alley
1970, English. Directed by John Wilson.
It's sophisticated enough for kids, simple enough for adults
Suicidal poet Archy tries to end his life by jumping off a bridge, but awakens to find he has assumed the life of a cockroach and has become a part of a community of creatures living in a newspaper office. He also discovers that he can still write poetry, using a typewriter, and begins to enjoy his new life. Archy develops deep feelings for the lovely but self-destructive cat Mehitabel, but will have to fight to win her from bad-boy tomcat Bill.
- Runtime
- 1h 25m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- G
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Cast & crew
- John WilsonDirector
- Carol ChanningMehitabel (voice)
- Eddie BrackenArchy (voice)
- Alan ReedBig Bill (voice)
- John CarradineTyrone T. Tattersall (voice)
- Hal SmithFreddie the Rat / Prissy Cat (voice)
- Joan GerberPenelope the Fat Cat / Ladybugs of the Evening (voice)
- Sal DelanoBeatnik Spider (voice)
- Ken SansomRosie the Cat (voice)
- Byron KaneNewspaperman (voice)
Details
- Released
- 26 June 1970
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Joe Darion, Mel Brooks, Don Marquis
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Shinbone Alley: quick answers
Is Shinbone Alley worth watching?
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How long is Shinbone Alley?
Shinbone Alley runs 85 minutes (1h 25m).
Does Shinbone Alley have a post-credits scene?
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Shinbone Alley parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Shinbone Alley is rated G in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is Shinbone Alley on?
Shinbone Alley isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 26 June 1970. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like Shinbone Alley?
If you liked Shinbone Alley, try Gay Purr-ee, Arlo the Alligator Boy, Rock Dog 2: Rock Around the Park.
Who directed Shinbone Alley?
Shinbone Alley (1970) was directed by John Wilson and stars Carol Channing, Eddie Bracken, Alan Reed.