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The Fox and the Hound Movie Watch Order in the correct order
How to watch the Fox and the Hound movies in order
Last updated: October 4 2026
Written by: ChronoAlice
The Fox and the Hound is a touching Disney tale about an unlikely friendship between a fox and a hound dog. With the original and a later midquel, here's the order to watch.
A beloved Disney classic, The Fox and the Hound tells the bittersweet story of Tod the fox and Copper the hound, childhood friends whose bond is tested as they grow into natural enemies. Decades later, Disney released a midquel exploring an earlier moment in their friendship, giving fans a little more time with the pair.
π Release Order
Release order places the 1981 original first, followed by its 2006 midquel.
- The Fox and the Hound (1981)
- The Fox and the Hound 2 (2006)
Despite the title, the second film is a midquel set during the characters' younger years, so the chronological order differs slightly from release.
π Story Chronology
The Fox and the Hound 2 takes place in the middle of the original film, during Tod and Copper's puppyhood, so chronologically it falls inside the first movie.
- The Fox and the Hound (1981) β early scenes, young Tod and Copper
- The Fox and the Hound 2 (2006) β a midquel set during their youth
- The Fox and the Hound (1981) β the rest of the story into adulthood
Which Order Should You Choose?
Watch the 1981 original first β it's the emotional, essential Disney classic that tells the complete story of Tod and Copper. The Fox and the Hound 2 is a lighter midquel slotted into their childhood, so it's best enjoyed afterward as a companion piece rather than a true sequel. For most viewers, the original stands perfectly on its own.
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