Dot and the Kangaroo is a 1977 Australian live-action/animated musical drama film which combines animation and live-action.

In the process, the kangaroo introduces Dot to a number of other local animals, teaching her a greater appreciation for nature.

Yoram and Sandra Gross wanted to make an Australian animated feature for the world market.

It also references Indigenous Australian culture in some scenes which depict animation of cave paintings and aboriginal dancing.

The theme behind all of the films in the Dot series is the negative impact of humanity on animal life in nature.