Pinocchio (1940): Jiminy Cricket and a Disney Animation Classic
Revisit the 1940 Pinocchio and its memorable cast through Disney animation and collecting history.
A moment in Disney history
Pinocchio debuted in 1940, following a wooden puppet who dreams of becoming a real boy.
Why fans remember it
Pinocchio, Geppetto, Jiminy Cricket, and the Blue Fairy offer varied designs for books, figurines, artwork, and decorative collectibles.
Collector's perspective
Record whether a piece depicts the original animation or a modern reinterpretation, and use packaging evidence to establish manufacturing dates.