International Woodpecker (1957)
A classic Woody Woodpecker animated short where history gets a hilariously feathered makeover for young audiences.
International Woodpecker - Movie Information
- Original Title: International Woodpecker
- Release Year: 1957
- Directed by: Paul J. Smith
- Type: Movie
- Genres: Animation, Comedy
- Runtime: 6m
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: English
- Release Date (Theatrical): July 1, 1957 (United States)
- Production Companies: Walter Lantz Productions
- Production Countries: United States of America
International Woodpecker - Plot
Woody Woodpecker tells Knothead and Splinter the story of how woodpeckers have influenced world history.
International Woodpecker - Cast & Crew
Director(s)
- Paul J. Smith
Main Cast
- Daws Butler
- June Foray
- Grace Stafford
Writers
- Dick Kinney
Producers
- Walter Lantz
International Woodpecker - FAQs
What is International Woodpecker about?
International Woodpecker is a 1957 animated short in which Woody Woodpecker entertains his young companions Knothead and Splinter with a comedic retelling of how woodpeckers have supposedly shaped pivotal moments throughout world history, blending slapstick humor with historical parody.
Who voices Woody Woodpecker in this short?
Grace Stafford provides the voice of Woody Woodpecker in International Woodpecker. Stafford, who was also the wife of producer Walter Lantz, voiced Woody for many years and became closely identified with the character's distinctive laugh and personality.
Who directed International Woodpecker?
International Woodpecker was directed by Paul J. Smith, a prolific animator and director at Walter Lantz Productions who helmed a large number of Woody Woodpecker theatrical shorts throughout the 1950s and 1960s.
Who are the main voice actors in this film?
The short features three voice performers: Grace Stafford as Woody Woodpecker, June Foray as Knothead and Splinter, and Daws Butler voicing multiple historical characters including Young George Washington, George Washington's father, and Horace Greeley.
When was International Woodpecker released?
International Woodpecker was released on July 1, 1957, in the United States. It was produced by Walter Lantz Productions and distributed as part of the ongoing series of Woody Woodpecker theatrical animated shorts.
How long is International Woodpecker?
International Woodpecker has a runtime of approximately 6 minutes, which is typical for theatrical animated short subjects of the era. These compact cartoons were designed to play before feature films in cinema programs during the 1950s.
What genre is International Woodpecker?
International Woodpecker is an animated comedy short. It combines the classic slapstick and irreverent humor characteristic of the Woody Woodpecker series with a comedic historical parody framing device, making it entertaining for both children and adults.
What are similar animated shorts to this film?
Fans of International Woodpecker may enjoy other Woody Woodpecker shorts such as Niagara Fools (1956), Box Car Bandit (1957), Red Riding Hoodlum (1957), Knock Knock (1940), Woody Woodpecker (1941), Woody Dines Out (1945), and Hatch Up Your Troubles (1949).
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