Look, this is the definition of 'fine.' It's safe, it's wholesome, it has a decent message about finding your identity in a big family. But let's be real: this is a direct-to-video sequel from 2003 that nobody asked for and nobody really remembers.

The ratings tell the story—67% critics were charitable, but only 41% of actual audiences liked it, and it sits at a mediocre 5.7 on IMDb. That's 'I guess we'll finish it since we started' territory.

If you've got a 5-year-old who's obsessed with dalmatians and you need 70 minutes of guaranteed-safe screen time, sure, throw it on. But there are dozens of better options on Disney+ that will actually hold your kid's attention and maybe yours too. This is the movie equivalent of plain oatmeal—technically nutritious, completely safe, and absolutely nobody's getting excited about it.

The WISE score reflects reality: it checks the boxes for safety and basic wholesomeness, but it's just not engaging enough in 2025 to recommend when you have the entire Disney catalog at your fingertips.