Jerky Turkey
Synopsis
A dopey Pilgrim goes hunting a turkey who speaks in a Jimmy Durante impersonation and runs the local black market. War and rationing gags abound (Pilgrims line up behind a sign reading "Ye Cigarettes Today"), as well as a running gag featuring a bear wearing an "Eat at Joe's" sandwich sign. The turkey harnesses the power of gags to save himself.
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Daws Butler
Turkey (voice) (uncredited)
Bill Thompson
Hunting Pilgrim (voice) (uncredited)
Tex Avery
Hunting Pilgrim / Turkey Call (voice) (uncredited)
Frank Graham
Junior Pilgrim (voice) (uncredited)
Leone LeDoux
Crying Pilgrim (voice) (uncredited)
Pat McGeehan
Indian Chief (voice) (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
April 7, 1945
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Tex Avery
- Screenplay & Story
- Heck Allen
- Original Score
- Scott Bradley
- Original Title
- Jerky Turkey
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 7m
- Production Studios
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer, MGM Cartoon Studio
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Tex Avery
Heck Allen
Scott Bradley
Fred Quimby
Department Leadership Roster
Tex Avery
Director
Fred Quimby
Producer
Scott Bradley
Original Music Composer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Jerky Turkey.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Jerky Turkey
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Jerky Turkey about?
A dopey Pilgrim goes hunting a turkey who speaks in a Jimmy Durante impersonation and runs the local black market. War and rationing gags abound (Pilgrims line up behind a sign reading "Ye Cigarettes Today"), as well as a running gag featuring a bear wearing an "Eat at Joe's" sandwich sign. The turkey harnesses the power of gags to save himself.
Who directed Jerky Turkey?
Jerky Turkey was directed by Tex Avery.
Who stars in Jerky Turkey?
The principal cast of Jerky Turkey includes Daws Butler, Bill Thompson, Tex Avery, Frank Graham, Leone LeDoux.
When was Jerky Turkey released and how long is it?
Jerky Turkey was released in 1945 with a total runtime of 7m.
Who composed the musical score for Jerky Turkey?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Jerky Turkey was composed by Scott Bradley.