Dumbo

Dumbo

Year: 1941

Runtime: 1 h 4 m

Language: English

Directors: , Ben Sharpsteen, Wilfred Jackson, Bill Roberts, Jack Kinney, Norman Ferguson, Samuel Armstrong, John Elliotte

AnimationAdventureDramaFamilyFantasyMusical

In this whimsical animated adventure, a lovable underdog named Dumbo defies the odds with his extraordinary oversized ears. Initially ostracized for his uniqueness, Dumbo finds an unlikely ally in a plucky mouse and together they soar to new heights, inspiring a cast of colorful characters and proving that being different is truly what makes us special.

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Timeline – Dumbo (1941)
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1

Delivery of Jumbo Junior

As the circus is in its off-season at the 'Winter Grounds' in Florida, a stork named Timothy arrives delivering a baby elephant. Mrs. Jumbo is eagerly expecting her little one and is overjoyed when Timothy delivers Jumbo Junior.

Winter Grounds, Florida
2

Arrival of Jumbo Junior

The circus embarks on a new tour with Timothy delivering Dumbo to the train. The arrival of Dumbo excites the other elephants, who are soon shocked to see his enormous ears.

Circus train
3

Dumbo's Nickname

The other elephants, initially excited, quickly turn their enthusiasm into shock upon seeing Dumbo’s large ears. They henceforth nickname him 'Dumbo' as he is regarded as an oddity.

4

Conflict with the Ringmaster

Upon arriving at a new location, Dumbo faces bullying from mischievous boys who mock him for his ears. Mrs. Jumbo fiercely defends her son, leading to a confrontation with the ringmaster, Herman Bing, who is greedy and exploits the animals.

Circus camp
5

Mrs. Jumbo's Fury

Enraged by how her son is treated, Mrs. Jumbo goes into a furious state, which ultimately leads to her being deemed mad. She is imprisoned in a cage, leaving Dumbo to fend for himself amidst the ridicule.

Circus grounds
6

Timothy the Mouse

In Dumbo's darkest moments, Timothy, a clever mouse, steps in as his friend and mentor. Timothy hatches a plan to boost Dumbo's status in the circus by persuading the ringmaster to include him in a stunt.

Circus tent
7

Failed Stunt

During a critical performance, Dumbo stumbles over his ears while trying to balance on a pyramid of elephants, causing chaos. As a result, he is banished to perform with the clowns, where he feels even more despondent.

Circus big top
8

Visit with Mrs. Jumbo

Timothy attempts to cheer Dumbo up by organizing a meeting with Mrs. Jumbo. They express their love through their trunks, a moment filled with deep emotional connection despite their separation.

Cage
9

Champagne Mishap

Excited clowns elevate Dumbo’s jumping platform to new heights after a night of celebration, but an accidental drop of champagne into a water vat leads to some unforeseen consequences. Dumbo and Timothy find themselves inebriated and experience a thrilling hallucination of pink elephants.

Circus performance area
10

Help from the Crows

A group of crows, led by Dandy Crow, discovers Dumbo sleeping in a tree and learns of his sorrowful tale. Moved by his story, they present him with a 'magic feather' and offer their support, believing in Dumbo’s potential to fly.

High tree
11

Dumbo Takes Flight

With the encouragement of Timothy and the magic feather from the crows, Dumbo bravely attempts to fly during a circus act. With the feather in his grasp, he feels empowered and successfully soars over the audience.

Circus big top
12

The Feather is Lost

As Dumbo prepares for his big flight, he accidentally drops the magic feather. Timothy reassures him, emphasizing that the feather was merely a symbol of confidence, and with his newfound belief, Dumbo takes to the skies.

Circus arena
13

Fame and Fortune

Dumbo’s impressive flight catches the attention of the audience, leading him to achieve fame and success as a circus performer. Timothy becomes his manager, helping him secure a remarkable contract in Hollywood.

Circus
14

Reunion with Mrs. Jumbo

As Dumbo rises to fame, Mrs. Jumbo is finally released from captivity. The joyful reunion takes place as she is given a private coach on the train, symbolizing their new beginning together.

Train
15

A New Journey Begins

With their spirits lifted, Dumbo and Mrs. Jumbo wave goodbye to the crows as they embark on a new exciting journey together, filled with hope and possibilities. Their bond, strengthened through adversity, leads them toward a bright future.

Circus train

Last Updated: October 24, 2024 at 09:25

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