A Goofy Movie!.... Is Basically The Odyssey?
Description
Is A Goofy Movie secretly Disney’s version of The Odyssey? Jon and Donald say yes—if Odysseus wore overalls, danced on stage with a pop star, and bonded with his awkward teen son over fishing and Bigfoot.
In this episode of Almost Classic Movies, the guys break down one of Disney’s most underrated gems:
- Why A Goofy Movie still hits as hard for nostalgic 90s kids (and their parents).
- The hidden brilliance of the soundtrack (yes, “Eye to Eye” is still a banger).
- Parallels between Goofy and Max’s road trip and the hero’s journey.
- The unexpectedly emotional father-son themes that hit different as adults.
- Iconic moments: Lester’s Possum Park, Bigfoot, the map switch, and THAT Powerline concert.
They’ll also dive into the animation quirks, cult following, and why this movie deserves to stand alongside Disney’s bigger blockbusters.
🎧 Whether you’re a longtime fan or watching it for the first time, this episode will make you want to grab some Cheez Whiz, queue up Disney+, and hit the open road with Goofy and Max.
✅ What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
- How A Goofy Movie went from mid-tier release to cult classic.
- The hilarious (and oddly accurate) Odyssey comparisons.
- Trivia you probably missed—like Mickey Mouse and Donald Duck’s cameos.
- Why this father-son story is one of Disney’s most relatable films.
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Co-Hosts:
Jon K.
Donald S.
Podcast Production:
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