Harmful Portrayals of Indigenous People in Peter Pan

Before we start the movie, it’s important to note that the Disney film Peter Pan includes

harmful and inaccurate portrayals of Indigenous people. The “Native American” characters are shown

wearing feathered headdresses, speaking in broken English, and performing exaggerated

dances around fires. Beyond the visuals, their dialogue, actions, and the way other

characters treat them reinforce harmful stereotypes and make them seem less human.

The movie reduces real, diverse cultures to a caricature, ignoring the richness

and complexity of Indigenous communities. These portrayals are offensive, inaccurate,

and can contribute to misunderstandings about Indigenous peoples, so please keep this