Shinbone Alley (1970-06-26)
It's sophisticated enough for kids, simple enough for adults
Overview
Suicidal poet Archy tries to end his life by jumping off a bridge, but awakens to find he has assumed the life of a cockroach and has become a part of a community of creatures living in a newspaper office. He also discovers that he can still write poetry, using a typewriter, and begins to enjoy his new life. Archy develops deep feelings for the lovely but self-destructive cat Mehitabel, but will have to fight to win her from bad-boy tomcat Bill.
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Status: Released
Release Date: 1970-06-26
Runtime: 1h 25m
Director: John Wilson
Writer: Joe Darion, Mel Brooks, Don Marquis, Joe Darion