Little Johnny Jet
Originally released in 1953. Little Johnny Jet is a animation/comedy film. directed by Tex Avery. At just 7 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Daws Butler and June Foray
Synopsis
A veteran B-29 propeller plane, struggling to find work after the war, is upset after his wife gives birth to a little jet. When he tries to compete with modern planes in an around-the-world race, Junior comes to his aid. This short is virtually identical in plot terms and other items to One Cab's Family (1952), but this time around, it concerns a family of aeroplanes, and the problems Mom and Pop have with Junior, whose obsession with speed leads him to acquire a jet engine.
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 18, 1953
72 years ago
Runtime
0h 7m
7 minutes total
User Rating
6.6/10
Good (22 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
- MGM Cartoon Studio
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Little Johnny Jet about?
A veteran B-29 propeller plane, struggling to find work after the war, is upset after his wife gives birth to a little jet. When he tries to compete with modern planes in an around-the-world race, ...
Who directed Little Johnny Jet?
Little Johnny Jet was directed by Tex Avery.
How long is Little Johnny Jet?
Little Johnny Jet has a runtime of 0 hours and 7 minutes (7 minutes total).
When was Little Johnny Jet released?
Little Johnny Jet was released on April 18, 1953 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Little Johnny Jet?
The main cast of Little Johnny Jet includes Daws Butler, June Foray.