The Tortoise and the Hare
"Hare stops to show off, and the slower Tortoise wins the race."
Originally released in 1935. The Tortoise and the Hare is a animation/family film. directed by Wilfred Jackson. At just 9 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Eddie Holden, Ned Norton, and Pinto Colvig
Synopsis
The Tortoise and the Hare is an animated short film released on January 5, 1935 by United Artists, produced by Walt Disney and directed by Wilfred Jackson. Based on an Aesop's fable of the same name, The Tortoise and the Hare won the 1934 Academy Award for Best Short Subject: Cartoons. This cartoon is also believed to be one of the influences for Bugs Bunny.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 5, 1935
91 years ago
Runtime
0h 9m
9 minutes total
User Rating
6.6/10
Good (197 votes)
Budget
$32.7K
Production budget
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Eddie Holden
as Toby Tortoise (voice) (uncredited)
Ned Norton
as Max Hare (voice) (uncredited)
Pinto Colvig
as Starter (voice) (uncredited)
Marcellite Garner
as Miss Cottontail Girl (voice) (uncredited)
Dorothy Compton
as Girl Bunny (voice) (uncredited)
Beatrice Hagen
as Girl Bunny (voice) (uncredited)
Mary Moder
as Girl Bunny (voice) (uncredited)
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $32,671
Production Companies
- Walt Disney Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Tortoise and the Hare about?
The Tortoise and the Hare is an animated short film released on January 5, 1935 by United Artists, produced by Walt Disney and directed by Wilfred Jackson. Based on an Aesop's fable of the same nam...
Who directed The Tortoise and the Hare?
The Tortoise and the Hare was directed by Wilfred Jackson.
How long is The Tortoise and the Hare?
The Tortoise and the Hare has a runtime of 0 hours and 9 minutes (9 minutes total).
When was The Tortoise and the Hare released?
The Tortoise and the Hare was released on January 5, 1935 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Tortoise and the Hare?
The main cast of The Tortoise and the Hare includes Eddie Holden, Ned Norton, Pinto Colvig, Marcellite Garner, Dorothy Compton.
Is The Tortoise and the Hare worth watching?
The Tortoise and the Hare has a user rating of 6.6/10 based on 197 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.