A Goofy Movie

A Goofy Movie is currently streaming in Australia on Disney Plus, and in the US on Disney Plus, and it delivers exactly the kind of comedy that earns a loyal following. The length is exactly right for the story it is telling — nothing rushed, nothing dragged out. A 7/10 rating says what the writing already makes obvious: this one works. Bill Farmer sets the tone, and the rest of the cast matches it scene for scene. Available now on Disney Plus — press play and find out why people keep recommending it.

A Goofy Movie is not trying to be everything to everyone, and that focus is exactly what makes it work. Sharp writing and a well-matched ensemble are what separate A Goofy Movie from the crowd. Goofy’s teenage son Max is desperate to impress his crush and fit in at school. After well-meaning but ignorant Goofy suddenly whisks him away on a cross-country road trip—messing up Max’s first date plans in the process—Goofy’s old-school parenting and Max’s desire for independence lead to a vacation of hilarious mishaps, as they both learn to see eye to eye and listen to each other. Between them, Bill Farmer and Jason Marsden carry the comedy without ever forcing it. It was released in 1995. The timing in A Goofy Movie is precise enough that even the throwaway lines land on a second watch. There is real craft here, even in the moments that do not fully land.

If you need a comedy that actually makes you laugh, A Goofy Movie is a strong candidate. It does not lean on comparisons to make its case. It is a manageable watch, easy to fit into a single evening. Bill Farmer anchors an ensemble with real chemistry. Genuinely funny, consistently, across the whole run.