Song of the South (1946): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Plot
Song of the South is a 1946 animated musical directed by Wilfred Jackson and Harve Foster, starring Hattie McDaniel, Lucile Watson and Bobby Driscoll. It is partly based on Uncle Remus by Joel Chandler Harris and Robert Hemenway. It runs 1 hour 34 minutes and earned $37.5 million worldwide. Critics gave it 54 on Metacritic.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 34m (94 min)
- Directors
- Wilfred Jackson and Harve Foster
- Original language
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English - Studio
- RKO Radio Pictures
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Song of the South About?
The premise of Song of the South without spoilers, adapted from Uncle Remus by Joel Chandler Harris and Robert Hemenway. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
Set on a picturesque Southern plantation, a young boy is captivated by Uncle Remus, a beloved storyteller who shares enchanting folk tales of Brer Rabbit. Combining live-action and animation, the film presents a heartwarming blend of fantasy, comedy, and memorable musical numbers, creating a timeless and charming story about friendship, ingenuity, and the power of storytelling.
Song of the South Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- rabbit
- african american
- 19th century
- magical negro stereotype
- interracial friendship
- racial stereotype
- four word title
- birthday
- traditional animation
- folktale
- turtle
- georgia usa
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- laughter
- live action animation
- 1870s
- racism
- boy
- former slave
- storytelling
- singing
- fireplace
- cartwheel
- american south
- reconstruction
- plantation owner
- combined animation and live action
- animation and live action
- uncle remus character
- based on folklore
- kiss
- father leaves family
- planter
- clock chime
- fire
- clock
- friendship
- runaway child
- mentor
- intergenerational friendship
- beard
- brer rabbit character
- frame story
- story within a story
- walking cane
- butterfly
- cane
- falling into a trap
- axe
- hill
- beast fable
Song of the South Cast
Hattie McDaniel leads the cast, with Lucile Watson and Bobby Driscoll. Directed by Wilfred Jackson and Harve Foster; 10 actors are credited in all.
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Co-director Wilfred Jackson - Co-director Harve Foster
Also Starring in Song of the South
· 6 moreMore from Wilfred Jackson and Harve Foster
More films directed by Wilfred Jackson and Harve Foster, best-rated first: Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, Pinocchio, Cinderella and Dumbo.
Song of the South Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Song of the South 54 on Metacritic.
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Metacritic 54 Metascore
User score 6.9
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TMDB 64% User score
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Song of the South Plot Summary
What happens in Song of the South from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 14 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 4-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
Seven-year-old Johnny is thrilled at the prospect of a vacation at his grandmother’s Georgian plantation, accompanied by his parents, John Sr. and Sally. However, his excitement quickly dissipates when he learns that this trip marks a separation from his father, as John Sr. is heading back to Atlanta to engage in his controversial role as an editor for the local newspaper. Instead, Johnny finds himself living at the plantation with his mother and grandmother, which leaves him feeling desolate and confused.
Full summary
The whole story of Song of the South, scene by scene
Song of the South Box Office
Song of the South grossed $37.5 million worldwide.
Worldwide gross
$37.5M
- US & Canada
- $37.5M
Song of the South Trailers & Videos
2 videos: 2 trailers.
- Trailer Song of the South - 1972 Reissue Trailer (35mm 4K)
How Well Do You Know Song of the South?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
Question 1 of 10
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- Question 10: not answered
What is the name of the young boy who is excited about his vacation at the plantation?
Cars in Song of the South
5 cars on screen, including the 1946 De Soto De Luxe and the 1946 Lincoln Convertible Coupe.
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1946 Lincoln Convertible Coupe Important role -
1938 De Soto Taxicab Minor role -
1946 Dodge Custom Background role
Song of the South Also Known As
20 alternative titles, including “Mélodie du Sud” and “A Canção do Sul”.
- Also known as
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- Mélodie du Sud
- A Canção do Sul
- Walt Disney's Song of the South
- La canción del Sur
- I Racconti Dello Zio Tom
- Melodie van het Zuiden
- Onkel Remus’ Wunderland
- Canción del Sur
- Sången om Södern
- A Dél dala – Rémusz bácsi meséi
- 남부의 노래
- Песма са југа
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- Vanhat tarinat
- Песня Юга
- Το τραγούδι του Νότου
- 南方之歌
- آهنگ جنوب
- 南部の唄
- שירת הדרום
- لحن الجنوب
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Movies Like Song of the South
Films with a similar story, tone or audience, including The Adventures of Brer Rabbit, Africa and Southbound Duckling.
Song of the South FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings, the book behind it and post-credit scenes of Song of the South, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Song of the South?
Song of the South runs 1 hour 34 minutes (94 minutes).
When was Song of the South released?
Song of the South was released on November 12, 1946.
Who directed Song of the South?
Song of the South was directed by Wilfred Jackson and Harve Foster.
More films by Wilfred Jackson Who is in the cast of Song of the South?
Song of the South stars Hattie McDaniel, Lucile Watson and Bobby Driscoll, among 10 credited actors.
How much did Song of the South make at the box office?
Song of the South grossed $37.5 million worldwide.
How is Song of the South rated?
Song of the South has 54 on Metacritic and 64% on TMDB.
Is Song of the South based on a book?
Yes. Song of the South is partly adapted from Uncle Remus by Joel Chandler Harris and Robert Hemenway.
Does Song of the South have a post-credit scene?
No. Song of the South has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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