Film critic Roger Ebert gave the film four stars out of four, stating that "This is a film for the family to see." Both Gene Siskel and Ebert placed the film on their 10-best lists of 1972.
Roger Ebert highly recommended the film, giving it a maximum rating and stating it was an ideal choice for family viewing. Both Ebert and Gene Siskel ranked the film among their top picks for 1972.