The Tortoise and the Hare
1935, English. Directed by Wilfred Jackson.
Hare stops to show off, and the slower Tortoise wins the race.
The Tortoise and the Hare is an animated short film released on January 5, 1935 by United Artists, produced by Walt Disney and directed by Wilfred Jackson. Based on an Aesop's fable of the same name, The Tortoise and the Hare won the 1934 Academy Award for Best Short Subject: Cartoons. This cartoon is also believed to be one of the influences for Bugs Bunny.
- Runtime
- 0h 9m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.6/10 from 211 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Tortoise and the Hare
The Tortoise and the Hare is streaming on Disney Plus in India.
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Cast & crew
- Wilfred JacksonDirector
- Eddie HoldenToby Tortoise (voice) (uncredited)
- Ned NortonMax Hare (voice) (uncredited)
- Pinto ColvigStarter (voice) (uncredited)
- Marcellite GarnerMiss Cottontail Girl (voice) (uncredited)
- Dorothy ComptonGirl Bunny (voice) (uncredited)
- Beatrice HagenGirl Bunny (voice) (uncredited)
- Mary ModerGirl Bunny (voice) (uncredited)
Details
- Released
- 5 January 1935
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Larry Clemmons
- Budget
- $33K
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News & fan talk
What The Tortoise and the Hare is based on
The Tortoise and the Hare is based on The Tortoise and the Hare by Aesop.
The Tortoise and the Hare
By Aesop
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The Tortoise and the Hare: quick answers
Is The Tortoise and the Hare worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.6/10 from 211 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Tortoise and the Hare?
The Tortoise and the Hare runs 9 minutes (0h 9m).
Does The Tortoise and the Hare have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Tortoise and the Hare. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Tortoise and the Hare parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Tortoise and the Hare is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Tortoise and the Hare on?
The Tortoise and the Hare is streaming on Disney Plus in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Tortoise and the Hare?
If you liked The Tortoise and the Hare, try A Tooth Fairy Tale, My Little Pony: A New Generation, Tom and Jerry's Giant Adventure.
Who directed The Tortoise and the Hare?
The Tortoise and the Hare (1935) was directed by Wilfred Jackson and stars Eddie Holden, Ned Norton, Pinto Colvig.
What is The Tortoise and the Hare based on?
The Tortoise and the Hare is based on The Tortoise and the Hare by Aesop.