Pest of Show
Synopsis
Doc, the freeloading cat, is painting a portrait of a ballet dancer using as a model homely, punch-drunk bulldog Champ, wearing an abbreviated skirt. Two alley cats, looking over a fence, see Champ in his attire and begin razzing him. Champ does a slow turn and starts after the cats and, in no time, the studio is a shambles. Doc sees an announcement of a dog show, the winner of which receives a $50,000 prize and a banquet. Desperately in need of money, Doc gets the idea of entering Champ in the upcoming show and begins grooming him. Doc gives Champ a bath, lessons in proper speech, walking with books balanced on head, and the proper attire.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
February 13, 1962
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jack Hannah
- Screenplay & Story
- Frank Priest
- Original Title
- Pest of Show
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 6m
- Production Studios
- Walter Lantz Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jack Hannah
Frank Priest
Department Leadership Roster
Jack Hannah
Director
Frank Priest
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pest of Show
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What is Pest of Show about?
Doc, the freeloading cat, is painting a portrait of a ballet dancer using as a model homely, punch-drunk bulldog Champ, wearing an abbreviated skirt. Two alley cats, looking over a fence, see Champ in his attire and begin razzing him. Champ does a slow turn and starts after the cats and, in no time, the studio is a shambles. Doc sees an announcement of a dog show, the winner of which receives a $50,000 prize and a banquet. Desperately in need of money, Doc gets the idea of entering Champ in the upcoming show and begins grooming him. Doc gives Champ a bath, lessons in proper speech, walking with books balanced on head, and the proper attire.
Who directed Pest of Show?
Pest of Show was directed by Jack Hannah.
Who stars in Pest of Show?
The principal cast of Pest of Show includes Paul Frees, Dal McKennon.
When was Pest of Show released and how long is it?
Pest of Show was released in 1962 with a total runtime of 6m.