The Bird Who Came to Dinner

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The Bird Who Came to Dinner

1961

0h 6m

6.8(4 votes)

Animation

Comedy

Overview

Dowager steps out to purchase a toy for her son. Woody Woodpecker, peering around the corner of the building, pictures a luxurious future in a home as she would have to offer, so he quickly steps out and imitates the walking toy.

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Grace Stafford

Woody Woodpecker / Lady (voice)

Acting

Dal McKennon

Reginald / Toy Woodpecker Man (voice)

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