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The Hare-Brained Hypnotist (1942): Cast

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The Hare-Brained Hypnotist is a 1942 short animated comedy directed by Friz Freleng, starring Arthur Q. Bryan as Elmer Fudd (voice) (uncredited) and Mel Blanc. It runs 7 minutes.

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The Hare-Brained Hypnotist (1942) movie poster
Released
Runtime
7 min
Director
Friz Freleng
Genres
Animation , Comedy
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is The Hare-Brained Hypnotist About?

The premise of The Hare-Brained Hypnotist without spoilers.

Elmer Fudd goes after Bugs using hypnotism, only the plan backfires.

The Hare-Brained Hypnotist Themes & Keywords

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  • balloon
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  • role reversal
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  • merrie melodies
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Cast & crew

The Hare-Brained Hypnotist Cast & Characters

Arthur Q. Bryan leads the cast as Elmer Fudd (voice) (uncredited), with Mel Blanc as Bugs Bunny (voice) (uncredited). Directed by Friz Freleng.

From the director

More from Friz Freleng

More films directed by Friz Freleng: Bugs Bunny’s 3rd Movie: 1001 Rabbit Tales, The Looney, Looney, Looney Bugs Bunny Movie, Bugs Bunny: All American Hero and The Chocolate Chase.

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The Hare-Brained Hypnotist Also Known As

6 alternative titles, including “El hipnotista loco” and “Der Hasenfüßige Hypnotiseur”.

Also known as
  • El hipnotista loco
  • Der Hasenfüßige Hypnotiseur
  • La traque hypnotique
  • Rosicchio ipnotizzatore
  • Кролик под гипнозом
  • L'hipnotitzador

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FAQ

The Hare-Brained Hypnotist FAQ: Cast & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of The Hare-Brained Hypnotist, each answered in a sentence.

How long is The Hare-Brained Hypnotist?

The Hare-Brained Hypnotist runs 7 minutes.

When was The Hare-Brained Hypnotist released?

The Hare-Brained Hypnotist was released on October 31, 1942.

Who directed The Hare-Brained Hypnotist?

The Hare-Brained Hypnotist was directed by Friz Freleng.

More films by Friz Freleng

Who is in the cast of The Hare-Brained Hypnotist?

The Hare-Brained Hypnotist stars Arthur Q. Bryan as Elmer Fudd (voice) (uncredited) and Mel Blanc as Bugs Bunny (voice) (uncredited).

Does The Hare-Brained Hypnotist have a post-credit scene?

No. The Hare-Brained Hypnotist has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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