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1. Gulliver's Travels (1939)
Passed | 76 min | Animation, Adventure, Comedy
A doctor washes ashore on an island inhabited by little people.
Directors: Dave Fleischer, Willard Bowsky, Orestes Calpini, Roland Crandall, William Henning, Winfield Hoskins, Thomas Johnson, Frank Kelling, Seymour Kneitel, Robert G. Leffingwell, Grim Natwick, Tom Palmer | Stars: Jessica Dragonette, Lanny Ross, Pinto Colvig, Cal Howard
Votes: 4,855 | Gross: $7.13M
2. Popeye the Sailor Meets Sindbad the Sailor (1936)
Approved | 16 min | Animation, Short, Adventure
The legendary sailors Popeye and Sindbad do battle to see which one is the greatest.
Directors: Dave Fleischer, Willard Bowsky | Stars: Jack Mercer, Mae Questel, Lou Fleischer, Gus Wicke
Votes: 4,038
3. Superman: The Mad Scientist (1941)
G | 10 min | Animation, Short, Action
The Man of Steel fights a mad scientist who is destroying Metropolis with an energy cannon.
Directors: Dave Fleischer, Steve Muffati | Stars: Bud Collyer, Joan Alexander, Jackson Beck, Jack Mercer
Votes: 3,511
4. Superman: The Mechanical Monsters (1941)
Approved | 11 min | Animation, Short, Action
Superman battles a criminal mastermind and his robot army.
Directors: Dave Fleischer, Steve Muffati | Stars: Bud Collyer, Joan Alexander, Jackson Beck
Votes: 1,694
5. Mr. Bug Goes to Town (1941)
Passed | 78 min | Animation, Comedy, Family
The happy tranquility of Buggsville is shattered when the populace learns that a colossal skyscraper is to be built over their tiny town.
Director: Dave Fleischer | Stars: Kenny Gardner, Jack Mercer, Tedd Pierce, Carl Meyer
Votes: 1,408
6. Popeye the Sailor Meets Ali Baba's Forty Thieves (1937)
Approved | 17 min | Animation, Short, Adventure
Popeye the Sailor, accompanied by Olive Oyl and Wimpy, is dispatched to stop the dreaded bandit Abu Hassan and his force of forty thieves.
Directors: Dave Fleischer, Willard Bowsky | Stars: Jack Mercer, Mae Questel, Lou Fleischer, Gus Wicke
Votes: 1,106
7. Superman: Billion Dollar Limited (1942)
Passed | 9 min | Animation, Short, Action
Superman battles train robbers seeking to steal a billion dollars worth of gold.
Directors: Dave Fleischer, Myron Waldman | Stars: Bud Collyer, Joan Alexander, Jackson Beck, Julian Noa
Votes: 1,103
8. Superman: Electric Earthquake (1942)
Approved | 9 min | Animation, Short, Action
Superman versus a fanatical extortionist with an earthquake machine.
Directors: Dave Fleischer, Steve Muffati | Stars: Bud Collyer, Joan Alexander, Jackson Beck, Julian Noa
Votes: 968
9. Superman: Japoteurs (1942)
Approved | 9 min | Animation, Short, Action
Superman vs. Japanese spies hijacking a new super-bomber.
Directors: Seymour Kneitel, Dave Fleischer, Myron Waldman | Stars: Joan Alexander, Jackson Beck, Jack Mercer, Sam Parker
Votes: 864
10. The Mummy Strikes (1943)
Approved | 8 min | Animation, Short, Action
While investigating an egyptologist's mysterious death, Superman must battle dangerous mummies.
Directors: Izzy Sparber, Dave Fleischer, Myron Waldman | Stars: Joan Alexander, Jackson Beck, Julian Noa, Sam Parker
Votes: 817
11. Aladdin and His Wonderful Lamp (1939)
Approved | 22 min | Animation, Short, Adventure
Working in the story department of Surprise Pictures, Olive Oyl writes a script based on the story of Aladdin, casting Popeye as the thief and herself as the Princess.
Directors: Dave Fleischer, Dave Tendlar | Stars: Margie Hines, Jack Mercer, Carl Meyer, Tedd Pierce
Votes: 816
12. Superman: Showdown (1942)
Approved | 8 min | Animation, Short, Action
A crook dressed as Superman commits a series of robberies. The real Superman must work fast to counter the bad publicity.
Directors: Izzy Sparber, Dave Fleischer, Steve Muffati | Stars: Joan Alexander, Jackson Beck, Jack Mercer, Carl Meyer
Votes: 803
13. Superman: Destruction Inc. (1942)
Approved | 9 min | Animation, Short, Action
Superman versus saboteurs at the Metropolis Munitions Plant.
Directors: Izzy Sparber, Dave Fleischer, Dave Tendlar | Stars: Joan Alexander, Jackson Beck, Jack Mercer, Julian Noa
Votes: 801
14. Superman: Eleventh Hour (I) (1942)
Approved | 8 min | Animation, Short, Action
While Clark Kent is in wartime Japan, Superman becomes a saboteur.
Directors: Dan Gordon, Willard Bowsky, Dave Fleischer | Stars: Joan Alexander, Jackson Beck, Jack Mercer, Lee Royce
Votes: 798
15. Jungle Drums (1943)
Approved | 8 min | Animation, Short, Action
Superman vs. a secret Nazi outpost disguised as a jungle temple.
Directors: Dan Gordon, Orestes Calpini, Dave Fleischer | Stars: Joan Alexander, Jackson Beck, Jack Mercer, Julian Noa
Votes: 760
16. The Underground World (1943)
8 min | Animation, Short, Action
Lois Lane and an explorer set out on an expedition through an underground cavern and discover a race of hawk-men. When these creatures prepare a ritual sacrifice for the adventurous pair, Superman comes to the rescue.
Directors: Seymour Kneitel, Dave Fleischer, Nick Tafuri | Stars: Joan Alexander, Jackson Beck, Julian Noa, Lee Royce
Votes: 742
17. Superman: Secret Agent (1943)
Approved | 8 min | Animation, Short, Action
Superman battles saboteurs determined to stop a lady double agent from getting important documents to Washington D.C.
Directors: Seymour Kneitel, Dave Fleischer, Steve Muffati | Stars: Joan Alexander, Jackson Beck, Jack Mercer, Julian Noa
Votes: 731
18. Casper the Friendly Ghost (1945)
TV-G | 9 min | Animation, Short, Comedy
Depressed by the antics of the other ghosts, Casper leaves home to make friends. After unintentionally scaring several potential pals, Casper befriends two young children. They take him ... See full summary »
Directors: Izzy Sparber, Nick Tafuri | Stars: Frank Gallop, Jack Mercer, Purv Pullen, Mae Questel
Votes: 530
19. Santa's Surprise (1947)
Approved | 9 min | Animation, Short, Comedy
Five children from around the world follow Santa home on Christmas Eve, and decide to give him some extra help around the workshop.
Directors: Seymour Kneitel, Myron Waldman | Stars: Jack Mercer, Mae Questel
Votes: 377
20. Popeye for President (1956)
Approved | 6 min | Animation, Short, Comedy
Popeye and Bluto are running for president; it's election day, the vote is tied, and Olive is the only remaining voter.
Directors: Seymour Kneitel, Thomas Johnson | Stars: Jackson Beck, Jack Mercer, Mae Questel
Votes: 352
21. Fright to the Finish (1954)
Approved | 6 min | Animation, Short, Comedy
Olive is reading ghost stories to the boys. Popeye scoffs; Bluto decides to take advantage of this by staging various pranks (a headless man, an animated skeleton, and a sheet-over-balloon ... See full summary »
Directors: Seymour Kneitel, Al Eugster | Stars: Jackson Beck, Jack Mercer, Mae Questel
Votes: 337
22. Insect to Injury (1956)
Approved | 6 min | Animation, Comedy, Short
Popeye tries to get rid of termites before they ruin his newly built house.
Directors: Dave Tendlar, Morey Reden | Star: Jack Mercer
Votes: 326
23. Shuteye Popeye (1952)
Approved | 6 min | Animation, Family, Comedy
Popeye's snoring is keeping his resident mouse awake. The mouse fights back. Popeye makes a mistake: he traps the mouse in a spinach can that isn't completely empty.
Directors: Izzy Sparber, Al Eugster | Stars: Jack Mercer, Izzy Sparber
Votes: 308
24. Taxi-Turvy (1954)
Approved | 6 min | Animation, Short, Comedy
Popeye and Bluto are taxi drivers; they are, of course, competing for fares - and Olive, in particular.
Directors: Seymour Kneitel, Thomas Johnson | Stars: Jackson Beck, Jack Mercer, Mae Questel
Votes: 308
25. You're a Sap, Mr. Jap (1942)
Approved | 7 min | Animation, Comedy, Short
Popeye takes on the Japanese Navy single-handedly.
Directors: Dan Gordon, Dave Fleischer, James Tyer | Star: Jack Mercer
Votes: 303
26. There's Good Boos to-Night (1948)
Approved | 7 min | Animation, Short, Comedy
Casper makes friends with a fox cub. But the new friendship is threatened when a fox hunter and his two hounds come on the scene.
Directors: Izzy Sparber, Myron Waldman | Stars: Frank Gallop, Jack Mercer, Sid Raymond, Walter Tetley
Votes: 301
27. A Haul in One (1956)
Approved | 6 min | Animation, Short, Comedy
Popeye and Bluto are, believe it or not, pals and partners in a moving company. (Maybe it's because Popeye isn't squinting here.) Anyhow, Olive has made the mistake of hiring them. She ... See full summary »
Directors: Izzy Sparber, Al Eugster | Stars: Jackson Beck, Jack Mercer, Mae Questel
Votes: 297
28. Hector's Hectic Life (1948)
Passed | 6 min | Animation, Short, Comedy
Hector is a dog with an easy life and the run of the house when the lady of the house gives him a warning...one more mess and you're out. Hector would be okay if not for the fact that three... See full summary »
Directors: Bill Tytla, George Germanetti | Star: Mae Questel
Votes: 296
29. King of the Mardi Gras (1935)
8 min | Animation, Short, Comedy
A Mardi Gras celebration, looking pretty much like any carnival. Bluto is a strongman, claiming to be King of the Mardi Gras, and drawing a large crowd. Popeye, nearby, claims only, "I yam ... See full summary »
Directors: Dave Fleischer, Dave Tendlar | Stars: Jack Mercer, Mae Questel, Gus Wicke
Votes: 294
30. Spree Lunch (1957)
Approved | 6 min | Animation, Short, Comedy
Popeye opens a diner; Bluto pulls one up right across the street. Wimpy comes along, and they compete for his business. The competition escalates, until finally they are throwing things at ... See full summary »
Directors: Seymour Kneitel, Thomas Johnson | Stars: Jackson Beck, Gilbert Mack, Jack Mercer
Votes: 290
31. Choose Your 'Weppins' (1935)
6 min | Animation, Short, Comedy
Policeman Wimpy loses his handcuffed prisoner when he's distracted by a hamburger shop. The escapee drops into the weapon-filled pawn shop Popeye and Olive are running, and quickly gets in a fight with Popeye.
Directors: Dave Fleischer, Dave Tendlar | Stars: William Costello, Mae Questel, Gus Wicke
Votes: 281
32. Me Musical Nephews (1942)
Approved | 7 min | Animation, Short, Comedy
Popeye's nephews have been practicing their music and are getting good, but it's bedtime. After Popeye puts them to bed, they discover that many of the things in their bedroom can also be ... See full summary »
Directors: Seymour Kneitel, Thomas Johnson | Star: Jack Mercer
Votes: 275
33. Parlez Vous Woo (1956)
Approved | 6 min | Animation, Short, Comedy
Olive is so captivated by "The International", a television personality with a French accent, that she'd rather stay home than go out on a date with Popeye. Bluto, overhearing this, comes ... See full summary »
Directors: Izzy Sparber, Al Eugster | Stars: Jackson Beck, Jack Mercer, Mae Questel
Votes: 274
34. Bride and Gloom (1954)
Approved | 6 min | Animation, Short, Comedy
Popeye is marrying Olive tomorrow; he's ecstatic. She has a dream of the future, including twin sons who prove to be a real handful. When Popeye comes by the next morning, he gets a frosty reception.
Directors: Izzy Sparber, Thomas Johnson | Stars: Jack Mercer, Mae Questel, Cecil Roy
Votes: 271
35. Patriotic Popeye (1957)
Approved | 6 min | Animation, Short, Comedy
Popeye is enjoying watering his patriotic garden on July 4 when he catches his nephews attempting to light fireworks. The game is on when he attempts to confiscate the fireworks and the ... See full summary »
Directors: Izzy Sparber, Thomas Johnson | Star: Jack Mercer
Votes: 266
36. Ancient Fistory (1953)
Approved | 7 min | Animation, Short, Comedy
It's the middle ages (sort of); Popeye is working in Bluto's Beanery. Bluto is going to the ball where Princess Olive will choose her mate. Popeye's fairy godpappy appears and it's a ... See full summary »
Directors: Seymour Kneitel, Al Eugster | Stars: Jackson Beck, Jack Mercer, Mae Questel
Votes: 265
37. Nearlyweds (1957)
Approved | 6 min | Animation, Short, Comedy
Popeye and Bluto both plan to marry Olive Oyl, but Popeye proposes first. When Olive says, "Yes!" to Popeye, Bluto sets out to make Popeye look bad, break up the wedding, and win Olive over.
Directors: Seymour Kneitel, Thomas Johnson | Stars: Jackson Beck, Jack Mercer, Mae Questel
Votes: 262
38. Greek Mirthology (1954)
Approved | 7 min | Animation, Short, Action
Popeye is trying to get his nephews to eat their spinach, so he tells them about how Hercules (Popeye) defeated a bully (Bluto). Hercules gets his strength by sniffing garlic; he wins ... See full summary »
Directors: Seymour Kneitel, Tom Golden | Stars: Jackson Beck, Jack Mercer, Mae Questel
Votes: 261
39. Gopher Spinach (1954)
Approved | 6 min | Animation, Comedy, Short
Popeye battles a gopher over his precious spinach plants.
Directors: Seymour Kneitel, Thomas Johnson | Star: Jack Mercer
Votes: 257
40. Assault and Flattery (1956)
Approved | 6 min | Animation, Short, Comedy
Bluto is accusing Popeye in judge Wimpy's courtroom. Bluto tells a sad tale of how Popeye attacked him without provocation, but Popeye tells his side, in detail (in other words, a large chunk of A Balmy Swami (1949)).
Directors: Izzy Sparber, Al Eugster, Thomas Johnson, Seymour Kneitel | Stars: Jackson Beck, Gilbert Mack, Jack Mercer, Mae Questel
Votes: 255
41. Snow Foolin' (1949)
Approved | 6 min | Animation, Short, Comedy
Various animals prepare for winter and enjoy a variety of winter sports. A hen invites us to follow her bouncing egg and sing along to Jingle Bells. Finally, a turtle dispenses hot coffee to a bird on her nest.
Directors: Izzy Sparber, Myron Waldman | Stars: Jack Mercer, Mae Questel, Sid Raymond
Votes: 254
42. Big Bad Sindbad (1952)
Approved | 9 min | Animation, Comedy, Short
Popeye tells his nephews about the time he walloped Sinbad, the *second* greatest sailor who ever lived.
Directors: Seymour Kneitel, Willard Bowsky, Dave Fleischer, Thomas Johnson | Stars: Jackson Beck, Jack Mercer, Mae Questel
Votes: 253
43. I Don't Scare (1956)
Approved | 6 min | Animation, Short, Comedy
Popeye has beaten Bluto to a date with Olive. Seeing that Olive is superstitious, Bluto changes the date to Friday the 13th, and proceeds to rig various proofs that bad things will happen if she goes out.
Directors: Izzy Sparber, Thomas Johnson | Stars: Jackson Beck, Jack Mercer, Mae Questel
Votes: 248
44. Boo Moon (1953)
Approved | 8 min | Animation, Short, Comedy
Casper emerges from a subway station, following a crowd of scared strangers. He encounters a man saying "see the wonders of the moon for ten cents," and offering a sight through a telescope... See full summary »
Directors: Seymour Kneitel, Izzy Sparber, Myron Waldman | Stars: Jackson Beck, Jack Mercer, Sid Raymond, Allen Swift
Votes: 246
45. Private Eye Popeye (1954)
Approved | 7 min | Animation, Short, Comedy
Private Eye Popeye gets a call from Olive Oyl to guard a precious gem. But no sooner does he get the gem than the butler takes it (and Olive). The rest of the cartoon is spent chasing the ... See full summary »
Directors: Seymour Kneitel, Thomas Johnson | Stars: Jackson Beck, Jack Mercer, Mae Questel
Votes: 246
46. Spooky Swabs (1957)
Approved | 6 min | Animation, Short, Comedy
Popeye and Olive are shipwrecked; they think they are saved when they see a ship, but what they don't realize is that the crew of the Sea Witch is all ghosts, and soon they are under attack, but they don't know from what for a while.
Directors: Izzy Sparber, Thomas Johnson | Stars: Jackson Beck, Gilbert Mack, Jack Mercer, Mae Questel
Votes: 245
47. Out to Punch (1956)
Approved | 6 min | Animation, Short, Comedy
Popeye's training for his boxing match with Bluto by jumping rope with a massive chain. Bluto, who's lazy about everything except sabotage, decides he needs to stop Popeye. He fills ... See full summary »
Directors: Seymour Kneitel, Thomas Johnson | Stars: Jackson Beck, Jack Mercer, Mae Questel
Votes: 237
48. Cookin' with Gags (1955)
Approved | 6 min | Animation, Short, Comedy
The boys are taking Olive on a picnic. It's April 1, and Bluto plays a series of "jokes" on Popeye, though of course they go beyond the bounds of acceptability, particularly once they get ... See full summary »
Directors: Izzy Sparber, Thomas Johnson | Stars: Jackson Beck, Jack Mercer, Mae Questel
Votes: 235
49. A Haunting We Will Go (1949)
Approved | 8 min | Animation, Short, Comedy
Casper the Friendly Ghost, sad that he can make no friends since everyone he meets is afraid of him, hatches an abandoned egg and becomes the emerging little duck's best friend and protector.
Directors: Seymour Kneitel, Myron Waldman | Stars: Frank Gallop, Jack Mercer, Mae Questel
Votes: 233
50. Spinach Fer Britain (1943)
6 min | Animation, Comedy, Short
A German sub destroys a rowboat, a buoy, and another German sub (obviously, not the pride of the fleet). Meanwhile, Popeye, with a boat full of "spinach fer Britain", rams into the sub by ... See full summary »
Directors: Izzy Sparber, James Tyer | Star: Jack Mercer
Votes: 218