About The Fox and the Hound 2

The Fox and the Hound 2 is a 2006 direct-to-video sequel to the 1981 Disney animated film The Fox and the Hound. In this installment, the friendship of Tod, a red fox, and Copper, a hound dog, is tested when Copper joins a band of singing dogs. As Copper's star rises, he becomes less interested in his friendship with Tod, leaving Tod to make a dramatic decision to regain his friend's attention.

Making / Production

The film was produced by DisneyToon Studios, directed by Jim Kammerud, and was released directly to DVD on December 12, 2006. Though a sequel, the film is more of a midquel, as its events occur within the original film's timeline.

Actors

• Reba McEntire as Dixie: Reba lends her voice and singing talent to Dixie, the band's diva who is initially threatened by Copper's talent.
• Patrick Swayze as Cash: Swayze voiced Cash, the band's leader who becomes a mentor to Copper.
• Harrison Fahn as Tod: Fahn plays Tod, the fun-loving and carefree fox who struggles with his friend's growing fame.
• Jonah Bobo as Copper: Bobo voices Copper, the hound dog who dreams of singing stardom.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The film's plot is not based on the original book by Daniel P. Mannix.
• This is one of the few Disney direct-to-video sequels to feature almost an entirely new voice cast from the original film.
• Patrick Swayze and Reba McEntire both provide original songs for the film's soundtrack.

Quotes

• "Fame becomes you." - Cash
• "I've got a good nose. I can smell a good thing." - Copper
• "Well, dog my cats." - Amos Slade

Music

The Fox and the Hound 2 is unique for its musically driven plot. The soundtrack features original country songs performed by the characters in the film. Highlights include:

Soundtrack

• "Good Doggie, No Bone!" - Reba McEntire
• "We're in Harmony" - Entire Cast
• "Hound Dude" - Patrick Swayze
• "Depression" - Stephen Root
• "Sticky Hound Puppy" - Jeff Foxworthy

Awards

While not receiving any major awards, The Fox and the Hound 2 has found an audience with fans of the original movie and those who appreciate its music-driven plot and country sound.