Oily Hare
Oily Hare

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Oily Hare

1952
Movie
7 min
English

A Texas oilman fights Bugs over property rights to his rabbit hole.

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IMDb6.7/10
Director: Friz FrelengGenres: Animation, Comedy, Short, Western

Plot Summary

This Looney Tunes short features Bugs Bunny as a prospector searching for gold in the Wild West, encountering Yosemite Sam who is also after the precious metal. Their pursuit of riches leads to a series of chaotic chases and gags as they try to outsmart each other in a dusty frontier town. Bugs ultimately triumphs through his usual clever schemes, leaving Sam frustrated and empty-handed.

Critical Reception

Oily Hare is a classic example of the Looney Tunes formula, appreciated for its fast-paced humor and character interactions. While not the most groundbreaking of Bugs Bunny cartoons, it is well-regarded for its energetic animation and the comedic chemistry between Bugs and Yosemite Sam. It's considered a solid entry in the Merry Melodies series.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its zany humor and lively animation typical of Friz Freleng's direction.

  • Yosemite Sam provides a fittingly boisterous foil for Bugs Bunny's calm wit.

  • A standard but enjoyable Bugs Bunny cartoon with plenty of slapstick.

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Fun Fact

The character of Yosemite Sam was created specifically for this cartoon to provide a more aggressive antagonist for Bugs Bunny, differentiating him from the more common Elmer Fudd.

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