Magician Mickey
Magician Mickey

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Magician Mickey

1937
Movie
8 min
English

Donald continually heckles Mickey's magic act, but Mickey bests him at every turn. Donald shoots off a magic pistol that causes all the stage props to fall down on them at the finish of the act.

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IMDb6.8/10
Director: David HandGenres: Animation, Short, Family

Plot Summary

Mickey Mouse tries his hand at magic, attempting to pull a rabbit out of a hat during a performance. However, things don't go quite as planned, leading to a series of comical mishaps as he struggles to control the magic and the increasingly unruly rabbit.

Critical Reception

As a short animated film from the Golden Age of American animation, 'Magician Mickey' was primarily viewed as a charming and entertaining piece for audiences of all ages. It showcased the early characterizations and humor associated with Mickey Mouse and his contemporaries.

What Reviewers Say

  • A delightful and amusing short featuring classic Mickey Mouse charm.

  • The humor stems from the chaotic and unexpected magical failures.

  • A solid example of Disney's early animation prowess.

Google audience: Audience reviews are generally positive, appreciating the nostalgic value and the simple, slapstick humor that defines early Mickey Mouse cartoons. The visual gags and Mickey's reactions are often highlighted as enjoyable elements.

Fun Fact

This short is notable for featuring Mickey Mouse in his classic red shorts and yellow shoes, a look that would become iconic for the character.

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"Mickey" is doing his best to entertain an audience with his magical trickery but "Donald" is sitting in his front row box determined to expose him as a shyster! He continually attempts to disrupt the act - but each time he is bettered by t...

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