Moving Day
Moving Day

Movie spotlight

Moving Day

1936
Movie
9 min
English

Donald and Mickey are overdue on their rent, so the sheriff is preparing to evict them and sell their belongings. Goofy the ice-man comes by and helps them move out before the sale, but their piano doesn't want to stay on his truck. Meanwhile, Donald has a fight with a plunger and a fishbowl after removing a heater from the gas line.

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IMDb7.0/10
Director: Dave FleischerGenres: Animation, Comedy, Family, Short

Plot Summary

In this animated short, Popeye and Olive Oyl are moving into a new house, but Bluto, in his usual antagonistic fashion, tries to thwart their efforts. Bluto uses various methods to cause chaos, including disguising himself and sabotaging their belongings. Despite Bluto's interference, Popeye ultimately prevails, ensuring a peaceful move for himself and Olive.

Critical Reception

Moving Day is a classic Popeye cartoon that was generally well-received for its energetic animation and comedic gags typical of the Fleischer Studios' style. While not as groundbreaking as some of Popeye's earlier adventures, it's considered a solid entry in the series, showcasing the enduring appeal of the characters and their slapstick humor.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its classic Fleischer animation style and humor.

  • Enjoyed for its familiar Popeye vs. Bluto conflict.

  • Seen as a fun, albeit standard, entry in the Popeye shorts.

Google audience: Audience reviews for 'Moving Day' are generally positive, highlighting the nostalgic charm and consistent comedic timing that made the Popeye cartoons so popular. Viewers appreciate the straightforward plot and the iconic character interactions.

Fun Fact

This cartoon features one of the rare instances where Popeye explicitly states his catchphrase 'Well, blow me down!' in response to Bluto's antics.

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DeanOrtiz

DeanOrtiz

Pete's lines "Too late!", "HEY YOU, COME BACK HERE--!", HEY!!!", and some growls were reused in the 2013 short, Get a Horse! First color appearance of Pete. First time Donald in modern design. It is the first time Goofy wears his trad...