The Little Goldfish
The Little Goldfish

Movie spotlight

The Little Goldfish

1939
Movie
8 min
English

A goldfish dreams of living in the ocean, and ends up getting there after being accidentally washed down the drain, then finds that it’s too scary.

Insights

IMDb6.5/10
Director: Friz FrelengGenres: Animation, Short, Comedy, Family

Plot Summary

A lonely goldfish named Goldie dreams of adventure beyond his bowl. When a kindly old woman places him in a new, larger aquarium with a charming female goldfish, Goldie's world expands. However, their newfound happiness is threatened by a menacing cat.

Critical Reception

As a Looney Tunes short, 'The Little Goldfish' was well-received by audiences for its charming animation and humor, typical of the era's popular cartoon shorts. It contributed to the burgeoning popularity of Warner Bros. animation.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its whimsical premise and lively animation.

  • Appreciated for its straightforward, family-friendly humor.

  • A solid example of early Warner Bros. cartoon efforts.

Google audience: Information not available for this classic short.

Fun Fact

This short features some of the earliest animation work by Friz Freleng for Warner Bros., who would go on to become one of their most prolific and celebrated directors.

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