Popeye

Popeye (1933-1961)

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Popeye started out as a character in the daily comic strip, Thimble Theatre in 1929. In the early 30's Max and Dave Fleischer made him the star of his own cartoon. Bluto, Popeye's rival, will do anything it takes to get Olive Oyl, Popeye's girlfriend. Popeye is always willing to get her out of trouble.

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EpisodeNameAirdate
1961-12-17Tooth Be or Not Tooth Bedéc. 17, 1961
1961-12-10Rogerdéc. 10, 1961
1961-12-03Canine Capricedéc. 3, 1961
1961-11-26Weight for Menov. 26, 1961
1961-11-19Partial Postnov. 19, 1961
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did the TV show Popeye premiere?

The TV show Popeye premiered on November 11, 1933.

Who created the character of Popeye?

Elzie Segar created the character of Popeye.

Who voiced the character of Popeye in the TV show?

William Costello was the original voice of Popeye in the TV show.

Who was Popeye's girlfriend in the TV show?

Olive Oyl was Popeye's girlfriend in the TV show.

Who was Popeye's arch-nemesis in the TV show?

Bluto was Popeye's arch-nemesis in the TV show.

What was Popeye's favorite food in the TV show?

Spinach was Popeye's favorite food in the TV show.

What was the name of Popeye's adopted son in the TV show?

Swee'Pea was Popeye's adopted son in the TV show.

What was the name of Wimpy's favorite food in the TV show?

Hamburgers were Wimpy's favorite food in the TV show.

What was the name of Olive Oyl's brother in the TV show?

Castor Oyl was Olive Oyl's brother in the TV show.

What was the name of Popeye's father in the TV show?

Poopdeck Pappy was Popeye's father in the TV show.

In which fictional town did the TV show take place?

The TV show Popeye took place in the fictional town of Sweethaven.

What was the occupation of Popeye in the TV show?

Popeye was a sailor in the TV show.

What is Popeye's catchphrase in the TV show?

Popeye's catchphrase in the TV show was "I am what I am, and that's all that I am."

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