Booby Hatched
Booby Hatched

Movie spotlight

Booby Hatched

1944
Movie
7 min
English

A duck struggles mightily and finally hatches her eggs in the bitter cold. All but one, that is: poor little Robespierre. Mama doesn't notice him missing until after he has sprouted legs and run off in search of warmth.

Insights

IMDb6.5/10
Director: Jack HannahGenres: Animation, Short, Comedy, Family

Plot Summary

A group of ducklings attempts to hatch from their eggs with the help of a bear. The bear's efforts to keep the ducklings warm and safe lead to a series of comical mishaps.

Critical Reception

As a classic Disney animated short, 'Booby Hatched' is generally well-regarded for its humor and animation quality from the era. It's appreciated by fans of vintage animation for its simple charm and character interactions.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its lighthearted humor and classic Disney animation.

  • Appreciated for its charming depiction of animal characters.

  • Seen as a typical example of early Disney short film production.

Google audience: Audience reviews often highlight the nostalgic appeal and the endearing characters, with many finding the short to be a fun and simple diversion.

Fun Fact

This short was part of the 'Donald Duck and Friends' package film, which allowed Disney shorts to be distributed theatrically in feature-length form.

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