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7.2 / 10(20 votes)IMDbNR19487mUnited States of America

Hot Cross Bunny

Synopsis

At Eureka Experimental Hospital, a doctor plans to switch the characteristics of a chicken into the brain and a rabbit, into each other. Bugs Bunny was registered as the experimental rabbit, Number 46.

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

August 21, 1948

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Robert McKimson
Screenplay & Story
Warren Foster
Original Title
Hot Cross Bunny
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

Warren Foster

Department Leadership Roster

Robert McKimson

Robert McKimson

Director

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 Hot Cross Bunny.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Hot Cross Bunny

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

What is Hot Cross Bunny about?

At Eureka Experimental Hospital, a doctor plans to switch the characteristics of a chicken into the brain and a rabbit, into each other. Bugs Bunny was registered as the experimental rabbit, Number 46.

Who directed Hot Cross Bunny?

Hot Cross Bunny was directed by Robert McKimson.

Who stars in Hot Cross Bunny?

The principal cast of Hot Cross Bunny includes Mel Blanc.

When was Hot Cross Bunny released and how long is it?

Hot Cross Bunny was released in 1948 with a total runtime of 7m.

What is the age rating and content advisory for Hot Cross Bunny?

Hot Cross Bunny holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).