Common Sense Media Review
By Emily Ashby
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Slapstick humor rules in Disney crew's wacky adventures.
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Mickey Mouse
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Based on 14 parent reviews
Based on 25 kid reviews
Kids say the show presents a mix of humor and slapstick that appeals to various age groups, although some scenes may be deemed inappropriate or confusing for younger viewers. While many appreciate its creativity and comedic elements, others express concern over its surreal violence and character changes, particularly pointing out a dislike for new characters compared to the originals.
- funny characters
- creative plots
- inappropriate scenes
- surreal humor
- mixed reviews
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What's the Story?
MICKEY MOUSE is an animated shorts series about Mickey (voiced by Chris Diamontopoulos), Minnie (Russi Taylor), Goofy (Bill Farmer), Donald Duck (Tony Anselmo), and the rest of the classic Disney gang. Stories range from Mickey matching wits with an obstinate car to the group exploring outer space. In each case, the pals must figure out the best way to resolve whatever bizarre predicament they face and remain friends in the meantime.
Is It Any Good?
With CGI animation being the modern TV trend, this show's bold 2-D animation style is striking and suits content that's edgier than that of other shows with the same cast. Mickey Mouse is rooted in the wacky and bizarre and promises many colorful characters and odd scenarios, all with the intended purpose of making viewers laugh.
There's no attempt at teaching anything, and it's hard to glean any positive messages from the content, but at three and a half minutes running, at least it's a short-lived guilty pleasure. Of course, there is that thorny issue of commercialism to contend with, especially when the stars of other productions such as Snow White and the Seven Dwarves drop in for cameos. All in all, though, this is a fun way to get your fix of Mickey and friends.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about the Disney corporation's success. What would you say accounts for it? Is there any area (TV, movies, products, even vacations) in which it faces stiff competition?
Do you think self-promotion is a factor in this show? Does seeing it make you want to watch other Disney productions?
Kids: Do you watch any shows or movies whose violence surprises you? Do you think kids generally can differentiate between reality and fantasy with regard to content like this?
TV Details
- Premiere date : June 28, 2013
- Cast : Chris Diamantopoulous , Russi Taylor , Bill Farmer
- Network : Disney Channel
- Genre : Kids' Animation
- Topics : Adventures , Friendship
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- Last updated : October 1, 2025
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