Donald's Cousin Gus
Donald's Cousin Gus

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Donald's Cousin Gus

1939
Movie
8 min
English

Donald Duck's gluttonous cousin, Gus Goose, comes for a visit and practically eats him out of house and home. When the direct approach to getting rid of his voracious houseguest fails, Donald resorts to desperate measures to dislodge him.

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IMDb7.0/10
Director: Jack KingGenres: Animation, Short, Comedy, Family

Plot Summary

Donald Duck's country cousin, Gus Goose, visits and Donald is eager to impress him with his cooking skills. However, Gus has an insatiable appetite and proceeds to eat everything in sight, from the groceries to the furniture, leaving Donald in a state of bewildered exhaustion.

Critical Reception

As a classic Disney short, 'Donald's Cousin Gus' is generally well-regarded for its comedic timing and characterization of Donald's frustration. It's often cited as a prime example of the early Donald Duck cartoons' humor.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its classic Disney animation and slapstick humor.

  • Donald's reactions to Gus's immense appetite are a highlight.

  • A charming and funny short showcasing early character dynamics.

Google audience: Audience reception is generally positive, appreciating the nostalgic humor and the iconic portrayal of Donald Duck's temper.

Fun Fact

This short introduced the character of Gus Goose, who would appear in a few more shorts but never achieved the same level of popularity as Donald Duck or other major Disney characters.

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