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A sheriff, a talking horse in sneakers, and six minutes of pure chaos.
TMDB
60

Phony Express (1974)

Looney Tunes energyWestern spoofQuick hit comedy

Overview

Animation

Hoot Kloot is returning home to Cactus Goat after being at the sheriff's convention in San Francisco. He is also bringing the mail to his town. He gave his horse Fester track shoes which makes him ten times faster than he was before.

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Content warning
sheriffold westpony expresstalking horse
Invention vs traditionSpeed as absurdity
Best for:Background: Perfect coffee-break chaos while waiting for real plans.·Kids: Six minutes of talking horse nonsense they'll quote forever.
Gerry Chiniquy

Director

Gerry Chiniquy

ReleasedJan 4, 1974
Runtime6m
StatusReleased

Vibe

Pacefast
Intensitymedium
Tonelight
Feellight
The Mirisch Company
DePatie-Freleng Enterprises

Top Cast

Bob Holt

Bob Holt

Hoot Kloot / Fester / Mailman / Thief / Horse / Postmaster (voice)

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Trivia, insights & behind the scenes

Trivia

This was the fourth Hoot Kloot short—DePatie-Freleng's attempt to recapture Pink Panther magic with a Western twist.

Cultural

The '70s animation drought meant even 6-minute theatrical shorts got recycled endlessly on Saturday morning TV.

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