When I was a kid and I saw this short for the first time in my life, I had no idea what show was being referenced here, similar to the Honeymooners parodies made also by Robert McKimson.
That being said, I still find it to be a fun short, even if most of the humor was verbal, instead of the usual Looney Tunes slapstick.
The part which I most vividly remember was the ending sequence, done in live-action, with the cartoon versions of Jack and Mary escaping from the mouth of the cat.
I don't think it's necessary having seen The Jack Benny Program to enjoy this short, though it seems it probably would be more entertaining to watch knowing its source of inspiration.
That being said, I still find it to be a fun short, even if most of the humor was verbal, instead of the usual Looney Tunes slapstick.
The part which I most vividly remember was the ending sequence, done in live-action, with the cartoon versions of Jack and Mary escaping from the mouth of the cat.
I don't think it's necessary having seen The Jack Benny Program to enjoy this short, though it seems it probably would be more entertaining to watch knowing its source of inspiration.