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The Reluctant Dragon

6.619411h 14mGMovieAnimationFamilyComedy

Humorist Robert Benchley attempts to find Walt Disney to ask him to adapt a short story about a gentle dragon who would rather recite poetry than be ferocious. Along the way, he is given a tour of Walt Disney Studios, and learns about the animation process.

DirectorsAlfred L. Werker·Hamilton Luske
WritersLarry Clemmons·Al Perkins
ProducerWalt Disney

Where to watch

Disney PlusDisney Plus
Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Alfred L. Werker

RBRobert Benchley
Robert Benchley
Robert Benchley
FGFrances Gifford
Frances Gifford
Doris
BP
Buddy Pepper
Humphrey
NBNana Bryant
Nana Bryant
Mrs. Benchley
CA
Claud Allister
Sir Giles (segment "The Reluctant Dragon") (voice)
BPBarnett Parker
Barnett Parker
Dragon (segment "The Reluctant Dragon") (voice)
BLBilly Lee
Billy Lee
Boy (segment "The Reluctant Dragon") (voice)
FG
Florence Gill
Clara Cluck (voice) / Florence Gill
CNClarence Nash
Clarence Nash
Donald Duck (voice) / Clarence Nash
NFNorman Ferguson
Norman Ferguson
Norman Ferguson
WKWard Kimball
Ward Kimball
Ward Kimball
JL
Jimmy Luske
Baby Weems Model

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The Reluctant Dragon — streaming FAQ

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The Reluctant Dragon is streaming on Disney Plus in Canada, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and YouTube. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Reluctant Dragon on Netflix?

No, The Reluctant Dragon is not on Netflix in Canada as of November 2026. It's currently on Disney Plus.

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The Reluctant Dragon isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in Canada, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

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The Reluctant Dragon is available on Disney Plus in Canada, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.