Cat-Tails for Two
Cat-Tails for Two

Cat-Tails for Two

1953Movie6 minEnglish

Two cats try to catch Speedy Gonzales aboard a ship, without much success.

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IMDb6.7/10
Director: Robert McKimsonGenres: Animation, Comedy, Short, Family

Plot Summary

In this Looney Tunes cartoon, a little black cat is tormented by two mischievous mice who constantly play tricks on him. The cat attempts to get revenge by using various contraptions and schemes, but his plans always backfire, leading to more slapstick chaos. The mice, however, seem to enjoy the ensuing mayhem.

Critical Reception

Cat-Tails for Two is a classic example of Warner Bros. animation from the early 1950s, appreciated for its energetic animation and classic cartoon humor. While not as iconic as some other Looney Tunes entries, it is generally well-regarded by fans of the era for its effective slapstick and character interactions.

What Reviewers Say

  • The short delivers consistent slapstick humor with clever visual gags.
  • The dynamic between the tormented cat and the mischievous mice is a source of comedic tension.
  • Animation quality is typical for the era, with lively character movements.

Google audience: Audience reviews for this classic cartoon often highlight its fast-paced humor and the satisfyingly chaotic outcomes of the cat's failed attempts at revenge. Many appreciate the timeless appeal of the cat-and-mouse dynamic.

Fun Fact

This cartoon features the rare instance of a black cat being the protagonist who is the victim of pranks, a reversal of the more common trope where cats are the tormentors of mice.

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