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Jerky Turkey (1945)

Movie ★ 6.2 7 min

Comedy Animation

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.

Tex Avery Director

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Quick facts

Released
April 7, 1945
Runtime
7 min
IMDb
tt0037831
Language

Themes

Cast

Daws Butler Daws Butler Turkey (voice) (uncredited) Bill Thompson Bill Thompson Hunting Pilgrim (voice) (uncredited) Tex Avery Tex Avery Hunting Pilgrim / Turkey Call (voice) (uncredited) Frank Graham Frank Graham Junior Pilgrim (voice) (uncredited) Leone LeDoux Crying Pilgrim (voice) (uncredited) Pat McGeehan Indian Chief (voice) (uncredited)

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Frequently asked questions

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?
Jerky Turkey stars Daws Butler, Bill Thompson, Tex Avery, Frank Graham.
When was Jerky Turkey released?
Jerky Turkey is a 1945 comedy, animation film.
Where can I watch Jerky Turkey?
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