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Short animated comedy

Clown of the Jungle (1947): Cast

Clown of the Jungle (1947) movie poster

Clown of the Jungle is a 1947 short animated comedy directed by Jack Hannah, starring Clarence Nash as Donald Duck (uncredited) and Pinto Colvig. It runs 6 minutes.

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Clown of the Jungle (1947) movie poster
Released
Runtime
6 min
Director
Jack Hannah
Genres
Animation , Comedy
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Clown of the Jungle About?

The premise of Clown of the Jungle without spoilers.

In the African jungle a narrator introduces the local birdlife while wildlife photographer Donald Duck tries to capture shots. His efforts are constantly thwarted by the mischievous Aracuan Bird, dubbed the “clown of the jungle.” The bird disrupts a hummingbird chorus with a Russian‑kick dance, eludes Donald’s chase, and drives him to near madness.

Clown of the Jungle Themes & Keywords

· 23 tags
  • camera
  • aracuan the bird
  • half dressed cartoon animal
  • barefoot cartoon animal
  • aracuan bird
  • donald duck character
  • four word title
  • bird
  • jungle
  • hummingbird
  • duck
  • flamingo
+11 more
  • guinea fowl
  • pretend suicide
  • south america
  • 1940s
  • cartoon duck
  • cartoon bird
  • anthropomorphism
  • anthropomorphic animal
  • ornithology
  • photography
  • exploding cigar
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Cast & crew

Clown of the Jungle Cast & Characters

Clarence Nash leads the cast as Donald Duck (uncredited), with Pinto Colvig as Aracuan Bird (uncredited). Directed by Jack Hannah.

From the director

More from Jack Hannah

More films directed by Jack Hannah: Corny Concerto, Punchy Pooch, Mother’s Little Helper and Rocket Racket.

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Details

Clown of the Jungle Also Known As

9 alternative titles, including “Payaso de la selva” and “Hitze zum Verrücktwerden”.

Also known as
  • Payaso de la selva
  • Hitze zum Verrücktwerden
  • Djungelns clown
  • Le Clown de la Jungle
  • Spaßvogel des Dschungels
  • Il clown della giungla
  • Дональд Дак: Клоун джунглей
  • Kalle Anka i djungeln
  • 丛林小丑

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FAQ

Clown of the Jungle FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of Clown of the Jungle, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Clown of the Jungle?

Clown of the Jungle runs 6 minutes.

When was Clown of the Jungle released?

Clown of the Jungle was released on June 20, 1947.

Who directed Clown of the Jungle?

Clown of the Jungle was directed by Jack Hannah.

More films by Jack Hannah

Who is in the cast of Clown of the Jungle?

Clown of the Jungle stars Clarence Nash as Donald Duck (uncredited) and Pinto Colvig as Aracuan Bird (uncredited).

Does Clown of the Jungle have a post-credit scene?

No. Clown of the Jungle has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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