Review of The Great Mouse Detective (1986) by Hannah R — 29 Feb 2008

Cute and enjoyable... last time I watched this was with a bunch of people my age and older!

This review of The Great Mouse Detective (1986) was written by Hannah R on 29 Feb 2008.

The Great Mouse Detective has generally received positive reviews.

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