Dodger Walking

This Open Edition (OE) pin features Dodger, the charismatic and street-smart Jack Russell Terrier from Disney's 1988 animated musical film, *Oliver & Company*. The film, which reimagines Charles Dickens' *Oliver Twist* in 1980s New York City, sees Dodger as the leader of Fagin's gang of dogs who befriends the titular kitten, Oliver. Dodger was famously voiced by rock and roll superstar Billy Joel, who also performed the iconic song "Why Should I Worry?" in the movie. The pin depicts Dodger in a dynamic walking pose, sporting his recognizable red bandana, and was released on May 23, 2021. It is part of the "Oliver and Dodger Walking Set," a two-pin set that also includes a pin of Oliver. This set is a component of the larger "Oliver and Company" pin series, which encompasses 17 pins. Released at both Disneyland Resort (DLR) and Walt Disney World (WDW), this pin appeals to collectors who appreciate a classic Disney film that marked a pivotal moment for Walt Disney Feature Animation, as it was the first animated feature greenlit and produced under the supervision of Michael Eisner and Jeffrey Katzenberg.