Crusader Rabbit

Crusader Rabbit (1950)

EndedAnimation showComedy, Family

Crusader Rabbit is the first animated series produced specifically for television. The concept of an animated series made for television came from animator Alex Anderson, who worked for Terrytoons Studios. Terrytoons turned down Anderson's proposed series, preferring to remain in theatrical film animation. Consequently, Anderson approached Jay Ward to create a partnership—Anderson being in charge of production and Ward arranging financing. Ward became business manager and producer, joining with Anderson to form "Television Arts Productions" in 1947. They tried to sell the series (initially presented as part of a proposed series, The Comic Strips of Television, which featured an early incarnation of Dudley Do-Right) to the NBC television network, with Jerry Fairbanks as the network's "supervising producer". NBC did not telecast Crusader Rabbit on their network, but allowed Fairbanks to sell the series in national syndication, with many NBC affiliates (including New York and Los Angeles) picking it up for local showings. WNBC-TV in New York continued to show the original Crusader Rabbit episodes from 1950 through 1967, and some stations used the program as late as the 1970s.

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EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E01Crusader vs. the State of Texas (1-15)Aug 1, 1950
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'Crusader Rabbit' premiere?

'Crusader Rabbit' premiered on August 1, 1950.

Who were the creators of 'Crusader Rabbit'?

'Crusader Rabbit' was created by Alex Anderson and Jay Ward.

What was the genre of 'Crusader Rabbit'?

'Crusader Rabbit' was an animated comedy series.

What was the format of 'Crusader Rabbit'?

'Crusader Rabbit' was a serialized cartoon, with each episode consisting of multiple parts.

Who were the main characters in 'Crusader Rabbit'?

The main characters in 'Crusader Rabbit' were Crusader Rabbit and Rags the Tiger.

What was the premise of 'Crusader Rabbit'?

'Crusader Rabbit' followed the adventures of a fearless rabbit and his loyal tiger sidekick as they embarked on various escapades.

What made 'Crusader Rabbit' unique for its time?

'Crusader Rabbit' was the first animated series produced specifically for television.

How long were the episodes of 'Crusader Rabbit'?

Each episode of 'Crusader Rabbit' had a runtime of approximately five minutes.

What animation technique was used in 'Crusader Rabbit'?

'Crusader Rabbit' utilized limited animation techniques due to budget constraints.

Who provided the voice for Crusader Rabbit?

Russ Coughlan provided the voice for Crusader Rabbit.

Who provided the voice for Rags the Tiger?

Vern Louden provided the voice for Rags the Tiger.

Did 'Crusader Rabbit' have any memorable catchphrases?

Yes, one of the memorable catchphrases from 'Crusader Rabbit' was "Time for Crusader Rabbit!"

How many episodes of 'Crusader Rabbit' were produced?

'Crusader Rabbit' had a total of 195 episodes produced.

Were there any spin-offs or adaptations of 'Crusader Rabbit'?

Yes, 'Crusader Rabbit' later inspired a comic strip and a feature film adaptation called 'Crusader Rabbit vs. the State of Texas.'

What was the reception of 'Crusader Rabbit' during its original run?

'Crusader Rabbit' was well-received by audiences, paving the way for future animated television series.

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