What is Smarty Cat?
Smarty Cat is an animated comedy short film released on October 14, 1955, in the United States. The production is classified under the genres of animation and comedy, with a runtime of seven minutes.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1955
- Release date
- Oct 14, 1955
- Genres
- Animation, Comedy
- Updated
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- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 6.5/10
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Smarty Cat is an animated comedy short film released on October 14, 1955, in the United States. The production is classified under the genres of animation and comedy, with a runtime of seven minutes. The short film was directed by Joseph Barbera and William Hanna. The cast features work from Daws Butler, William Hanna, and Jerry Mann.
The story follows a situation where nobody is home, prompting the character Tom to invite his alley cat friends inside to watch home movies. These home movies consist of clips from earlier cartoons that show Tom getting the drop on Spike. While Tom and his friends are watching the screening, Spike manages to sneak into the house.
Should you watch it?
“Tom the cat hosts a rowdy screening of his past victories while Spike lurks nearby.”
- Features a clever narrative framing device using clips from previous cartoons
- Showcases the classic comedic rivalry between Tom and Spike
- Provides a concise seven-minute viewing experience
- Relies on recycled footage from earlier cartoons rather than entirely new animation
Watch it if you enjoy classic animation shorts that utilize a meta-narrative approach to revisit past cartoon gags.
This is a fast-paced, lighthearted animated comedy suitable for all ages.
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Where can I stream Smarty Cat?
Availability varies by region, but the film is often associated with platforms that host classic animation libraries like Plex.
Is this short worth watching?
It is worth watching if you appreciate the classic animation style of Hanna and Barbera and enjoy seeing a compilation of past cartoon gags.
How long does it take to watch?
The film has a total runtime of seven minutes.
Is this part of a larger series of episodes?
Smarty Cat is a standalone short film released in 1955 featuring established characters from the Tom and Jerry series.
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