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6.6 / 10(16 votes)IMDbNR19567mUnited States of America

The Honey-Mousers

Synopsis

In this spoof of TV's "The Honeymooners", Ralph Crumden and Ned Morton are mouse versions of Jackie Gleason and Art Carney's characters on the TV show. When new human tenants move into the apartment where the Crumden and Morton couples live, Ralph and Ned try to gain access to a banquet of food in the people's refrigerator, which is guarded by an orange cat.

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

December 8, 1956

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Robert McKimson
Screenplay & Story
Tedd Pierce
Original Score
Milt Franklyn
Original Title
The Honey-Mousers
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
7m
Production Studios
Warner Bros. Pictures, Warner Bros. Cartoons

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Robert McKimson

Screenplay & Story

Tedd Pierce

Original Score & Music

Milt Franklyn

Film Editing

Irvin Jay

Producers

Edward Selzer

Department Leadership Roster

Milt Franklyn

Milt Franklyn

Original Music Composer

Irvin Jay

Editor

Robert McKimson

Robert McKimson

Director

Edward Selzer

Producer

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: NR

NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.

International Certification Matrix

United States (MPAA)NR

Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.

Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Honey-Mousers.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Honey-Mousers

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is The Honey-Mousers about?

In this spoof of TV's "The Honeymooners", Ralph Crumden and Ned Morton are mouse versions of Jackie Gleason and Art Carney's characters on the TV show. When new human tenants move into the apartment where the Crumden and Morton couples live, Ralph and Ned try to gain access to a banquet of food in the people's refrigerator, which is guarded by an orange cat.

Who directed The Honey-Mousers?

The Honey-Mousers was directed by Robert McKimson.

Who stars in The Honey-Mousers?

The principal cast of The Honey-Mousers includes Daws Butler, June Foray.

When was The Honey-Mousers released and how long is it?

The Honey-Mousers was released in 1956 with a total runtime of 7m.

Who composed the musical score for The Honey-Mousers?

The original motion picture soundtrack for The Honey-Mousers was composed by Milt Franklyn.

What is the age rating and content advisory for The Honey-Mousers?

The Honey-Mousers holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).