A Goofy Movie!.... Is Basically The Odyssey?

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Is A Goofy Movie secretly Disney’s version of The Odyssey? Jon and Donald say yes—if Odysseus wore overalls, danced on stage with a pop star, and bonded with his awkward teen son over fishing and Bigfoot.

In this episode of Almost Classic Movies, the guys break down one of Disney’s most underrated gems:

• Why A Goofy Movie still hits as hard for nostalgic 90s kids (and their parents).
• The hidden brilliance of the soundtrack (yes, “Eye to Eye” is still a banger).
• Parallels between Goofy and Max’s road trip and the hero’s journey.
• The unexpectedly emotional father-son themes that hit different as adults.
• Iconic moments: Lester’s Possum Park, Bigfoot, the map switch, and THAT Powerline concert.

They’ll also dive into the animation quirks, cult following, and why this movie deserves to stand alongside Disney’s bigger blockbusters.

🎧 Whether you’re a longtime fan or watching it for the first time, this episode will make you want to grab some Cheez Whiz, queue up Disney+, and hit the open road with Goofy and Max.

✅ What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• How A Goofy Movie went from mid-tier release to cult classic.
• The hilarious (and oddly accurate) Odyssey comparisons.
• Trivia you probably missed—like Mickey Mouse and Donald Duck’s cameos.
• Why this father-son story is one of Disney’s most relatable films.

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