The Aristocats

The Aristocats

Year: 1970

Runtime: 78 min

Language: English

Director: Wolfgang Reitherman

AdventureComedyMusicAnimationFamily

In this charming animation, a wealthy opera singer's feline family - Duchess and her three kittens - are betrayed by their butler, who drugs them and leaves them stranded in the countryside. As they navigate this unfamiliar terrain, they meet a charismatic alley cat named Thomas O'Malley, who joins forces with them to reclaim their Parisian home, encountering a cast of eccentric characters along the way.

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Timeline – The Aristocats (1970)
Trace every key event in The Aristocats (1970) with our detailed, chronological timeline. Perfect for unpacking nonlinear stories, spotting hidden connections, and understanding how each scene builds toward the film’s climax. Whether you're revisiting or decoding for the first time, this timeline gives you the full picture.
1

Madame Bonfamille's Will

In her lavish Parisian mansion, Madame Adelaide Bonfamille discusses her will with her friend, George Hautecourt. Unbeknownst to them, their conversation is overheard by Edgar, the butler, who learns that she intends to leave her entire fortune to her beloved cats.

Paris, France
2

Edgar's Scheme

Furious at the thought of being left with nothing, Edgar devises a plan to eliminate the cats. He slips sleeping pills into their cream and transports them to the countryside, intending to abandon them far from home.

Countryside
3

Chase by Dogs

As Edgar attempts to abandon the cats, he is chased by two energetic dogs, Lafayette and Napoleon. In the chaos, Edgar flees back to Paris, leaving the innocent cats lost in a field.

Countryside
4

Meeting Thomas O'Malley

Upon waking in the countryside, the bewildered cats are rescued by a charming alley cat named Thomas O'Malley. He offers to help them find their way back home to Madame Bonfamille.

Countryside
5

Rocquefort's Concern

Meanwhile, Rocquefort the mouse expresses his worries to Madame's horse, Frou-Frou, about the missing cats. Their discussion is interrupted by Edgar, who naively mentions a newspaper article about a catnapper.

Madame Bonfamille's Mansion
6

Daring Milk Truck Escape

The adventurous cats hitch a ride on a milk truck but are soon discovered by the driver. In their hurried escape, they encounter a train, causing little Marie to be swept away in a river while trying to leap aside.

Near Train Tracks
7

Heroic Rescue

Without hesitation, O'Malley jumps into the river to rescue Marie. The cats band together, navigating the dangerous waters, highlighting their growing bond and teamwork during their perilous journey.

River
8

Meeting Abigail and Amelia

The group encounters two comical geese, Abigail and Amelia, who introduce them to their jovial Uncle Waldo. Waldo shares his own escapades of narrowly escaping being dinner, lightening the mood of the adventure.

Countryside
9

Scat Cat's Hangout

O'Malley and the kittens take a break at the lively Den of Scat Cat and his alley cat friends. They enjoy a night filled with music and fun, deepening O'Malley's understanding of camaraderie and joy.

Alley
10

Return Home Journey

As dawn approaches, O'Malley leads the kittens back to Madame’s mansion. However, their return is halted when Edgar captures them in his burlap sack, setting the stage for a showdown.

Paris, France
11

The Standoff with Edgar

In a tense confrontation at the stables, Edgar locks the cats in a trunk, revealing his plan to send them far away. O'Malley, along with Rocquefort and the alley cats, must devise a rescue plan.

Stable
12

Liberation of the Cats

With a daring plan, O'Malley and his friends launch an attack to free the trapped cats. They manage to overpower Edgar, who ends up locked in the trunk himself, creating a dramatic turnaround.

Stable
13

Madame's New Will

Following Edgar's disappearance, Madame Bonfamille orders George to revise her will, deciding to exclude Edgar from any inheritance. This reflects her trust and love for her feline family.

Madame Bonfamille's Mansion
14

Welcoming O'Malley

In a heartwarming conclusion, Madame officially welcomes Thomas O'Malley into her family as her new beloved cat. She plans to turn her mansion into a sanctuary for all alley cats in Paris.

Madame Bonfamille's Mansion
15

Celebration of New Beginnings

The film wraps up with a vibrant celebration organized by Scat Cat and his gang, rejoicing in their newfound home. This signifies not just a party but a new chapter for all the cats in Paris.

Madame Bonfamille's Mansion

Last Updated: November 03, 2024 at 20:54

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