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Wacky Races

Seen it?

1968 | 1 seasons | 11 min | Family, Animation, Comedy, Kids

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Why it’s a Sunday Safe Bet

It's still drawing plenty of interest, though it had a short run with a modest audience. A safe bet when you want something reliable.

Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.

Is it for you?

Who'll love it
Made for anyone who wants a laugh and families. If you loved King of the Hill or Animaniacs, start here.
The mood
Light and funny, feel-good.
The pace
1 season: a few weeks of evenings, short, snackable episodes, about 6 hours in all.
What might put you off
Made in 1968: an older pace and style.

Wacky Races is an animated television series produced by Hanna-Barbera that originally aired in 1968. The show is a parody of traditional car races, featuring a variety of eccentric characters and their outlandish vehicles, all racing across different terrains in a madcap competition for first place. The series is centered around a group of 11 racers, each with their own unique vehicle and distinct personality. The main characters include Dick Dastardly and his dog Muttley, who are always trying to cheat and sabotage the other competitors, although they never succeed. Other notable racers include Penelope Pitstop, the glamorous but tough driver; the adventurous Red Max; and the lovable duo, the Slag Brothers, who drive a massive, rock-like car.

How it earned its rating

  • CriticsNot counted

    Not enough reviews on record yet

  • AudiencesSolid

    7.3 out of 10

  • AwardsNot counted

    No major awards or nominations

  • Reach & staying powerBelow par

    Ran for 1 season and reached a modest audience; still draws a steady audience long after release

  • Buzz & cultural impactStrong

    About 219K people sought it out in the past year

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Cast & crew

Created by Joseph Barbera, William Hanna

  • John StephensonBlubber Bear (voice)
  • Paul WinchellClyde (voice)
  • Don MessickGravel Slag (voice)
  • Daws ButlerBig Gruesome (voice)
  • Janet WaldoPenelope Pitstop (voice)
  • Dave WillockNarrator (voice)