The Famous Adventures of Mr. Magoo

The Famous Adventures of Mr. Magoo (1962-1965)

EndedAnimation showChildren

The Famous Adventures of Mr. Magoo was an animated series featuring Jim Backus's Mr. Magoo character in half-hour adaptations of classic stories for children.

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Scheduleevery Monday at 08:15 (30 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E27Mr. Magoo's Paul RevereApr 24, 1965
S01E26Mr. Magoo's King ArthurApr 17, 1965
S01E25Mr. Magoo's Sherlock HolmesApr 10, 1965
S01E24Mr. Magoo's Noah's ArkApr 3, 1965
S01E23Mr. Magoo's Captain KiddMar 27, 1965
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did The Famous Adventures of Mr. Magoo premiere?

The Famous Adventures of Mr. Magoo premiered on September 16, 1962.

Who created The Famous Adventures of Mr. Magoo?

The Famous Adventures of Mr. Magoo was created by Millard Kaufman.

What genre does The Famous Adventures of Mr. Magoo fall under?

The Famous Adventures of Mr. Magoo falls under the genre of animated comedy.

Who voiced the character of Mr. Magoo?

The character of Mr. Magoo was voiced by Jim Backus.

How many episodes were there in the first season of The Famous Adventures of Mr. Magoo?

The first season of The Famous Adventures of Mr. Magoo consisted of 26 episodes.

Was The Famous Adventures of Mr. Magoo a spin-off of another show?

No, The Famous Adventures of Mr. Magoo was not a spin-off of another show.

What was the premise of The Famous Adventures of Mr. Magoo?

The Famous Adventures of Mr. Magoo followed the misadventures of the nearsighted Mr. Magoo as he stumbled into various historical and literary events.

Who were Mr. Magoo's frequent companions in the show?

Mr. Magoo's frequent companions in the show were his nephew Waldo and his dog McBarker.

Did The Famous Adventures of Mr. Magoo receive any awards or nominations?

Yes, The Famous Adventures of Mr. Magoo was nominated for a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Achievement in the Field of Children's Programming in 1965.

Were there any notable guest stars in The Famous Adventures of Mr. Magoo?

Yes, The Famous Adventures of Mr. Magoo featured guest appearances by celebrities such as Vincent Price, Boris Karloff, and Bob Denver.

Did The Famous Adventures of Mr. Magoo have a catchy theme song?

Yes, The Famous Adventures of Mr. Magoo had a catchy theme song that was sung by the character himself.

Was The Famous Adventures of Mr. Magoo targeted towards children or adults?

The Famous Adventures of Mr. Magoo was primarily targeted towards children, but it also had elements that appealed to adults.

Did The Famous Adventures of Mr. Magoo have any memorable catchphrases?

Yes, one of Mr. Magoo's memorable catchphrases was "Oh Magoo, you've done it again!"

Did The Famous Adventures of Mr. Magoo receive positive reviews from critics?

Yes, The Famous Adventures of Mr. Magoo received generally positive reviews from critics who praised its humor and clever storytelling.

Did The Famous Adventures of Mr. Magoo have any merchandise tie-ins?

Yes, The Famous Adventures of Mr. Magoo had various merchandise tie-ins, including toys, books, and clothing.

Did The Famous Adventures of Mr. Magoo have a lasting impact on popular culture?

Yes, The Famous Adventures of Mr. Magoo had a lasting impact on popular culture and is considered a classic animated series.

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