What Price Porky

About This Movie

What Price Porky is one of those 1930s animated shorts that captures a sense of playful chaos and absurdity. The premise is simple enough: Porky is just trying to feed his chickens, but then the ducks swoop in and steal his corn, leading to this ridiculous war. It’s quite charming how the animation blends slapstick humor and a touch of whimsy. The pacing is frenetic, fitting for a cartoon of its time, and the hand-drawn effects really bring the battles to life. Plus, the idea of Porky rigging a washer into a machine gun is just the kind of bizarre creativity that makes these old cartoons so memorable. It’s a great slice of animation history, and the eccentric style definitely stands out.

This short has been released in various formats over the years, including VHS and DVD compilations, but true scarcity lies in its early theatrical prints. Collectors often seek out these vintage reels, given their charm and the distinctive animation style of the late '30s. Interest in Porky as a character has fluctuated, yet this particular title maintains a niche appeal among animation enthusiasts, especially those focused on the evolution of Warner Bros. cartoons.