The dynamic duo of Horace and Jasper, Cruella de Vil’s loyal (if not always competent) accomplices, were integral to the rebellious energy of the 2021 film, *Cruella*. But *Cruella* ends without definitively resolving their fates. What Happened To Horace And Jasper In Cruella after their adventures with Estella, and how does it set them on the path toward becoming the henchmen we know from *101 Dalmatians*?
The Post-Baroness Landscape For Cruella’s Henchmen
After Cruella reveals herself to be both Estella and the Baroness’s daughter, causing the Baroness’s arrest (or at least the public perception that she is dead), the power dynamics drastically shift. Horace and Jasper, having proven their loyalty and value to Cruella, find themselves in a new, more comfortable position. No longer simply petty thieves scraping by, they are now part of Cruella’s inner circle, enjoying the benefits of her newfound wealth and influence. Cruella is now running Hellman Hall, which is the former home of the Baroness. This gives them:
- A stable base of operations.
- A sense of belonging.
- Access to resources.
The final scene of *Cruella* hints at their future trajectory. Cruella, seemingly amused, gifts Dalmatian puppies to Anita Darling and Roger, setting in motion the events that lead to *101 Dalmatians*. While Horace and Jasper aren’t directly involved in this act, it suggests they are aware of Cruella’s… peculiar interest in the breed. It is worth remembering what roles they had in *Cruella*:
- Horace was the tech guy that was always on the computer.
- Jasper was more hands-on and a thief
The most important takeaway is that *Cruella* essentially provides the origin story for their partnership with Cruella, establishing their loyalty, skills (albeit flawed), and familiarity with Cruella’s eccentricities. While *Cruella* does not explicitly show the transition, it lays the groundwork for how they become the bumbling, dog-napping henchmen of the future. We can expect the dynamic to shift somewhat from the familial feeling that we saw to a more professional and possibly fear based relationship as Cruella’s madness grows to want to skin puppies.
If you would like to learn more about Horace and Jasper’s roles in Cruella, watch the movie *Cruella* and pay attention to how the events there affect their actions and personalities. This will give you better understanding than other summaries.