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A Goofy Movie

A Goofy Movie is a 1995 American animated musical comedy film produced by Walt Disney Television Animation and released by Walt Disney Pictures.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

A Goofy Movie is a 1995 American animated musical comedy film directed by Kevin Lima. Produced by Walt Disney Television Animation and released by Walt Disney Pictures, it is a spin-off of the Disney Afternoon series Goof Troop. The film follows Goofy and his teenage son Max on a cross-country road trip that strains, then strengthens, their relationship.

Premise

The film follows Goofy and his teenage son Max as they travel together on a father-son road trip across the United States after Max gets into trouble at school. Their journey becomes a test of their relationship and Max's desire for independence.

Production and release

A Goofy Movie was produced by Walt Disney Television Animation and released theatrically by Buena Vista Pictures Distribution on April 7, 1995. Directed by Kevin Lima in his feature directorial debut, the film runs 78 minutes.

Reception and legacy

The film received mixed reviews on release and had modest box-office performance, but it later developed a cult following among audiences. It is now widely remembered as a notable Goofy-led feature.

Connection to Goof Troop

The film continues the versions of Goofy and Max introduced in Goof Troop, carrying over their father-son dynamic into a feature-length story. It is not a direct episode continuation, but a separate theatrical spin-off.

Key facts

  • The film is a standalone spin-off of the Disney Afternoon series Goof Troop.
  • It was Kevin Lima's feature directorial debut.
  • The story centres on Goofy and his son Max taking a road trip across the United States.
  • The film was theatrically released in the United States and Canada in April 1995.
  • It later developed a cult following among audiences.
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Canadian context

The film was released theatrically in Canada on April 7, 1995, alongside its United States release.

Frequently asked questions

What is A Goofy Movie?
It is a 1995 animated Disney film about Goofy and his teenage son Max on a road trip.
Is A Goofy Movie part of Goof Troop?
Yes. It is a standalone spin-off based on the characters and setting of Goof Troop.
Who directed A Goofy Movie?
Kevin Lima directed the film.
When was A Goofy Movie released?
It was released in the United States and Canada on April 7, 1995.
How long is A Goofy Movie?
The film runs for 78 minutes.
Did A Goofy Movie become popular later?
Yes. Although its initial box-office performance was modest, it later became a cult classic.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/A_Goofy_Movie
    Supports: Basic film identification, release date, plot premise, production company, and status as a Goof Troop spin-off.
  2. Rotten Tomatoes — https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/goofy_movie
    Supports: Director, distributor, production company, rating, genre, runtime, and release date.
  3. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0113198/
    Supports: Release date, country of origin, runtime, and synopsis.
  4. Vanity Fair — https://www.vanityfair.com/hollywood/2020/04/goofy-movie-anniversary-disney
    Supports: Cult-classic legacy, theatrical release context, and story overview.