Question 1

How did The Rescuers almost lead to a Disney Afternoon TV series in 1989?

Accepted Answer

The film's popularity almost led to a spin-off Disney Afternoon series in 1989, which would have been the first film to inspire a TV spin-off. Instead, it was reworked into Chip 'n' Dale Rescue Rangers (1989) with Chip and Dale replacing Bernard and Miss Bianca.

Question 2

What special relationship does Penny share with Rufus the cat in The Rescuers?

Accepted Answer

Penny and Rufus share a special friendship. In one scene, Penny carries Rufus off to supper, with animator Ollie Johnston explaining this showed tender affection as Rufus was too fond of Penny to complain.

Question 3

Why did animators Don Bluth and Gary Goldman leave Disney while working on The Rescuers?

Accepted Answer

Bluth questioned why some characters didn't have whites in their eyes and was told it was too expensive. After testing and proving it wasn't, they were told to follow orders anyway, which Bluth called 'the straw that broke the camel's back' leading to their departure.

Question 4

Why is The Rescuers considered significant for Disney's animation department?

Accepted Answer

It proved Disney's animation department would survive after Walt Disney's death, being the first major critical and financial success since The Jungle Book (1967) and last until The Little Mermaid (1989). It out-grossed Star Wars in several European countries.

Question 5

Which major award ceremonies recognized The Rescuers?

Accepted Answer

The film was recognized at the César Awards (1997), Academy Awards (1978), and National Board of Review (1977).

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