What's New, Mr. Magoo?

What's New, Mr. Magoo? (1977)

EndedAnimation showComedy, Children

The new antics of the myopic Mr. Magoo played by Jim Backus. A nearly blind man has all kinds of strange adventures and near misses with disaster.

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Scheduleevery Saturday at 07:00 (30 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E32Secret Agent MagooDec 24, 1977
S01E31Rip Van MagooDec 24, 1977
S01E30Shutterbug MagooDec 17, 1977
S01E29Magoo's Driving TestDec 17, 1977
S01E28Millionaire MagooDec 10, 1977
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

What's New, Mr. Magoo? premiere?

The TV show premiered on September 10, 1977.

Who created the show?

Henry G. Saperstein, the creator of the original "Mr. Magoo" cartoons, co-created the show with Jim Backus.

Who voiced the titular character?

Jim Backus voiced Mr. Magoo.

Was the show a continuation of the original cartoons?

No, the show was a revival of the original cartoons and not a continuation.

Were there any other recurring characters on the show besides Mr. Magoo?

Yes, other recurring characters were Waldo, McBarker, and Mother Magoo.

What was the show's format?

The show consisted of half-hour episodes that contained two stories.

Were all the episodes of the show animated?

No, some episodes were live-action, which was a departure from the original "Mr. Magoo" cartoons.

Were the characters from the original cartoons featured in the show?

Yes, some characters from the original cartoons were featured in the show, such as Inspector Fenwick.

Did the show receive any awards or nominations?

There is no record of the show receiving any awards or nominations.

How was the show received by critics?

There are no contemporary reviews available online, so there is no record of how the show was received by critics at the time.

Was the show popular with audiences?

There is no ratings data available for the show, so it is unknown if it was popular with audiences.

How long was the show in production?

The show was in production for one season consisting of thirteen episodes.

Was the show ever released on VHS or DVD?

There is no record of the show being released on VHS or DVD.

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