The Mouse and the Motorcycle 1986

Overview

The Mouse and the Motorcycle is a family television movie released on November 8, 1986, with a run time of forty-two minutes. The film falls into the animation, adventure, and fantasy genres and was directed by Ron Underwood. The story follows a young boy named Keith Gridley, who initially faces the prospect of a lonely summer until he meets a talking mouse named Ralph. Ralph immediately takes a liking to Keith's toy motorcycle and discovers he can ride it simply by making a motor noise. During their time together, Ralph demonstrates heroic actions when Keith falls ill with a nasty fever. While engaging in these adventures, Ralph must also navigate various dangers in his environment, including dodging cats, owls, and a noisy dog belonging to a guest. The production features a cast that includes Philip Waller, Mimi Kennedy, Thom Sharp, and John Byner, and was broadcast as part of the television programming block ABC Weekend Specials.