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Joseph Had a Little Overcoat

2001Movie9 minG

Animation
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A heartwarming, uplifting animated movie about history.

Good for family movie night · kids · teens

Skip it if you want something to laugh at · you want dark or edgy material

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Not for scares, brutality or adrenaline.

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Story

Joseph, the tailor, is very resourceful. When his overcoat becomes old and worn, he makes it into a jacket, then his jacket into a vest. And so on until he has nothing left - then he even makes something out of that!

Feels like

  • Heartwarming Adaptation
  • Educational Folklore
  • Resourcefulness Theme
  • Caldecott Medal Winner
  • Gentle Pacing
  • Traditional Animation
  • Cultural Heritage
  • Simple Wisdom
  • Intergenerational Appeal
  • Comfort Viewing

Crew

Directed by
Daniel Ivanick
Written by
Simms Taback
Music by
David Bramfitt, Joel Goodman

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Facts

January 1, 2001 · 9 min · G

Released
January 1, 2001
Runtime
9 min
Age rating
G
Genres
Animation
Original language
English
Made in
United States
Available in
33 countries

Q&A

4 questions, like "Where can I stream Joseph Had a Little Overcoat?"

Questions about Joseph Had a Little Overcoat

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Where can I stream Joseph Had a Little Overcoat?

Kanopy

In the United States, Joseph Had a Little Overcoat is free with ads on Kanopy. You can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube.

Is Joseph Had a Little Overcoat okay for kids?

G

Yes: it's rated G in the United States, and the viewing guide lists it for kids.

Can I half-watch Joseph Had a Little Overcoat?

Easy watchDemanding

Yes: it's easy to follow, with philosophical at only 4 of 10, and the viewing guide calls it drop-in friendly.

Will I feel good after watching Joseph Had a Little Overcoat?

BleakHopeful

Yes, it's an uplifting movie: the title analysis rates it 10 of 10 for wholesome and 9 for hopefulness.