Whoa, Be-Gone!
Whoa, Be-Gone!

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Whoa, Be-Gone!

1958
Movie
6 min
English

Wile E. Coyote's plans for catching the Road Runner involve a giant elastic spring, a gun and trampoline, TNT sticks in a barrel, and tornado seeds.

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IMDb7.2/10
Director: Robert McKimsonGenres: Animation, Comedy, Short, Western

Plot Summary

In this classic Looney Tunes short, Yosemite Sam, disguised as a prospector, attempts to swindle Bugs Bunny out of his gold mine. Bugs, however, is far too clever for Sam's schemes, leading to a hilarious series of chases and confrontations.

Critical Reception

Whoa, Be-Gone! is widely regarded as a high point in the Looney Tunes canon, celebrated for its sharp writing, dynamic animation, and the classic adversarial dynamic between Bugs Bunny and Yosemite Sam. It's a fan favorite that holds up well for its humor and inventive gags.

What Reviewers Say

  • Delightfully absurd humor with a Western twist.

  • Classic character interplay between Bugs Bunny and Yosemite Sam.

  • A masterclass in comedic timing and animation from Robert McKimson.

Google audience: While specific Google user ratings for this short are not readily available, it is consistently praised by animation enthusiasts for its humor and nostalgic value.

Fun Fact

Stan Freberg, known for his pioneering work in comedy and advertising, provided the voice for the "old prospector" character, distinct from Yosemite Sam's usual voice actor, Mel Blanc.

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