What to read, watch, and listen to if you lovedOliver & Company
Film · 1988
If you loved Oliver & Company, start with Oliver Twist (Roman Polanski, 2005) — a film from the same story. Below: 4 books, 4 series and 2 podcasts, each matched to Oliver & Company across media.
If you loved Oliver & Company, you are clearly drawn to stories where found families navigate harsh worlds together.
Start with the source
The source
Oliver Twist
Roman Polanski · Film · 2005
Adaptation
Oliver!
Film · 1968
Inspired by
The Artful Dodger
David Maher · Series · 2023
Books on the same thread
The Life and Adventures of Nicholas Nickleby
Charles Dickens · Book · 1982
Explores: Good vs Evil, Poverty and Social Injustice, Family Loyalty.
Like the urban survival struggle in Oliver & Company, this classic captures the bond of individuals fighting against systemic exploitation and poverty to protect their chosen family unit.
The Wizard of Oz
Lyman Frank Baum · Book · 2009
Explores: Journey of self-discovery, Good vs. Evil, The power of friendship.
Just as Oliver finds his place among a motley crew of dogs, Dorothy’s journey through a strange land celebrates the power of friendship formed during unexpected adventures.
Fantastic Mr. Fox
Roald Dahl · Book · 1998
Explores: Underdog, Resourcefulness, Family Loyalty.
You will appreciate the resourcefulness of Mr. Fox, whose dedication to his family echoes the protective instincts and loyalty found among the characters in Oliver & Company.
Dog Man: Fetch-22: From the Creator of Captain Underpants (Dog Man #8)
Dav Pilkey · Book · 2019
Shares 2 threads with Oliver & Company: Friendship, Animal Fiction.
This story mirrors the themes of redemption and loyalty seen in Oliver & Company, focusing on how characters reevaluate their lives while navigating complex family dynamics.
Series on the same thread
Steven Universe
Rebecca Sugar · Series · 2013
Shares 2 threads with Oliver & Company: Friendship, Found Family.
The emotional core of Oliver & Company is its sense of belonging, a feeling mirrored here as a young boy learns to navigate a new life with his guardians.
Adventure Time
Pendleton Ward · Series · 2010
Shares a thread with Oliver & Company: Friendship.
The unbreakable bond between Finn and Jake captures the same spirit of camaraderie that defines the dog pack in Oliver & Company, proving friendship conquers any obstacle.
DuckTales
Jymn Magon · Series · 1987
Explores: Family Adventure, Wealth and Greed, Nephew-Uncle Relationship.
Much like the loyal group surrounding Fagin in Oliver & Company, the DuckTales gang thrives on the chaotic, adventurous energy of a family working through financial troubles.
The Storyteller
Jim Henson · Series · 1988
Explores: Folklore, Moral lessons, Storytelling.
This anthology shares the whimsical yet grounded storytelling style of Oliver & Company, emphasizing the enduring companionship between a narrator and his faithful canine partner.
Podcasts on the same thread
Conan O’Brien Needs A Friend
Team Coco & Earwolf · Podcast · 2026
Explores: parasocial relationships, professional intimacy, self-deprecating humor.
If the camaraderie of the Oliver & Company cast resonated with you, this podcast offers an intimate look at the pursuit of genuine connection in a professional world.
Acquired
Ben Gilbert and David Rosenthal · Podcast · 2026
Explores: entrepreneurial growth, market disruption, strategic decision-making.
While Oliver & Company focuses on personal bonds, you will enjoy these stories of growth and strategy, providing a different perspective on the narratives that shape our world.
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Common questions
Is Oliver & Company based on the same story as the 1968 movie Oliver!
Yes, both Oliver & Company and the 1968 musical Oliver! are adaptations of the classic novel Oliver Twist. While Oliver & Company reimagines the story with animals in New York City, Oliver! remains a more traditional adaptation of the original literary source material.
Should I watch the 2005 Oliver Twist movie after finishing Oliver & Company?
If you enjoyed the core plot of Oliver & Company, watching the 2005 Oliver Twist movie provides a deeper look at the original narrative. This version explores the same Dickensian story and characters that served as the primary inspiration for the animated world of Oliver & Company.
Is the 2023 series The Artful Dodger related to the characters in Oliver & Company?
The Artful Dodger series features the character of the same name who appears in Oliver & Company. While the series focuses on his later life, it shares the same literary roots as Oliver & Company, which also features a character named Dodger who helps the cat Oliver.
How does the plot of Oliver & Company compare to the 1968 movie Oliver!
Oliver & Company adapts the story of Oliver Twist by placing a stray kitten in the role of the orphan. The 1968 movie Oliver! follows the traditional human characters, but both films center on the struggles of a young protagonist surviving in a city while navigating dangerous figures like Sykes.