Touchdown Mickey
Touchdown Mickey

Touchdown Mickey

1932Movie6 minEnglish

Mickey's Manglers get a couple of last-quarter touchdowns and tie the football game with the Alley Cats, 96 to 96. Can Mickey score the winning touchdown at the last second? An early Goofy is the radio announcer; Pluto is the water-dog.

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IMDb6.7/10
Director: Wilfred JacksonGenres: Animation, Short, Comedy, Family, Sport

Plot Summary

In this classic cartoon short, Mickey Mouse and his team prepare for a big football game against a rival team led by Peg-Leg Pete. The game is filled with chaotic plays, comical mishaps, and a surprising twist ending. Mickey's determination and his friends' antics make for a lively and entertaining sporting event.

Critical Reception

As an early Mickey Mouse cartoon, 'Touchdown Mickey' is primarily appreciated for its historical significance and charming animation from the Golden Age of American animation. While specific critical reviews from its release are scarce, it is generally viewed as a fun and energetic short that showcases the developing personality of Mickey Mouse and the comedic potential of early Disney cartoons.

What Reviewers Say

  • Charming early animation showcasing classic Disney characters.
  • A fast-paced and humorous take on the sport of football.
  • Captures the innocent fun and slapstick comedy of the era.

Google audience: Google user reviews are not specifically available for this classic short, but it is generally enjoyed by fans of vintage animation for its historical value and lighthearted entertainment.

Fun Fact

This cartoon short was one of the earliest to feature the character who would later become known as Goofy (though he is credited as Dippy Dawg in some early appearances).

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