Little Quacker
Little Quacker

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Little Quacker

1950
Movie
7 min
English

Tom steals an egg from a mother duck's nest, but soon the resultant hatchling runs away from the cat and into a mouse hole, where it finds an able protector in Jerry.

Insights

IMDb7.3/10
Director: William Hanna, Joseph BarberaGenres: Animation, Short, Comedy, Family

Plot Summary

A duckling named Little Quacker is separated from his mother and finds himself alone in the wilderness. He encounters the resourceful cat, Tom, who initially intends to catch him. However, through a series of comical mishaps and Little Quacker's innocent charm, Tom's predatory instincts are challenged, and he unexpectedly becomes the duckling's protector.

Critical Reception

As a classic entry in the Tom and Jerry series, 'Little Quacker' was well-received for its humor, animation quality, and the charming dynamic between the characters. It's often cited as a memorable short that highlights the slapstick comedy the duo is known for, with a heartwarming undertone.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its classic Tom and Jerry slapstick.

  • Appreciated for the endearing portrayal of Little Quacker.

  • Noted for its efficient storytelling and humor within a short runtime.

Google audience: Audience reception for this classic short is generally positive, with viewers often recalling it fondly for its humor and the memorable character of Little Quacker. Many appreciate the timeless animation and the successful execution of the cat-and-mouse (or cat-and-duck) dynamic.

Fun Fact

Little Quacker's distinctive "quack" sound effect was provided by Pinto Colvig, who is perhaps best known as the original voice of Goofy for Disney.

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