Magoo’s Problem Child (1956): Cast
Magoo’s Problem Child is a 1956 short animated comedy directed by Pete Burness, starring Jim Backus as Mr. Magoo (voice) and Jerry Hausner. It runs 7 minutes.
- Released
- Runtime
- 7 min
- Director
- Pete Burness
- Original language
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English - After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Magoo’s Problem Child About?
The premise of Magoo’s Problem Child without spoilers.
After returning from a trip, the near‑sighted Mr. Magoo mistakenly believes a dilapidated shack near his house to be his grand home. Inside he discovers evidence of crimes ranging from murder to counterfeiting and instantly blames his nephew Waldo. Magoo drags Waldo away, seeking a hideout to clear things up, but their misguided flight leads them straight into the city jail.
Magoo’s Problem Child Themes & Keywords
· 38 tags- mr. magoo character
- united states of america
- lemonade stand
- abandoned house
- criminal gang
- bat
- bound and gagged
- gun
- counterfeit money
- rug
- printing press
- still
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- moonshine
- police station
- jail cell
- white sheet
- police officer
- moonshine still
- wrong house
- outlaw hideout
- scene of the crime
- trip
- shack
- murder
- mistake
- jail
- hideout
- counterfeiting
- uncle nephew relationship
- surrealism
- series
- nearsightedness
- fugitive
- escape
- confusion
- assumption
- 1950s
- character name in title
Magoo’s Problem Child Cast & Characters
Jim Backus leads the cast as Mr. Magoo (voice), with Jerry Hausner as Waldo (voice). Directed by Pete Burness.
- Director Pete Burness
- Jim Backus as Mr. Magoo (voice)
- Jerry Hausner as Waldo (voice)
More from Pete Burness
More films directed by Pete Burness: The Explosive Mr. Magoo, Rock Hound Magoo, Magoo Saves the Bank and Magoo Breaks Par.
Magoo’s Problem Child Also Known As
Also known as “Mr Magoo et Les Cambrioleurs”.
- Also known as
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- Mr Magoo et Les Cambrioleurs
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Movies Like Magoo’s Problem Child
Films with a similar story, tone or audience, including Magoo Goes Overboard, Magoo’s Canine Mutiny and Magoo Breaks Par.
Magoo’s Problem Child FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of Magoo’s Problem Child, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Magoo’s Problem Child?
Magoo’s Problem Child runs 7 minutes.
When was Magoo’s Problem Child released?
Magoo’s Problem Child was released on October 18, 1956.
Who directed Magoo’s Problem Child?
Magoo’s Problem Child was directed by Pete Burness.
More films by Pete Burness Who is in the cast of Magoo’s Problem Child?
Magoo’s Problem Child stars Jim Backus as Mr. Magoo (voice) and Jerry Hausner as Waldo (voice).
Does Magoo’s Problem Child have a post-credit scene?
No. Magoo’s Problem Child has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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