Wacky Races (1968)

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Wacky Races is an animated television series produced by Hanna-Barbera that originally aired in 1968. The show is a parody of traditional car races, featuring a variety of eccentric characters and their outlandish vehicles, all racing across different terrains in a madcap competition for first place. The series is centered around a group of 11 racers, each with their own unique vehicle and distinct personality. The main characters include Dick Dastardly and his dog Muttley, who are always trying to cheat and sabotage the other competitors, although they never succeed. Other notable racers include Penelope Pitstop, the glamorous but tough driver; the adventurous Red Max; and the lovable duo, the Slag Brothers, who drive a massive, rock-like car.

• Released: 1968-09-14
• Genres: Family, Animation, Comedy, Kids
• Seasons: 1, 34 episodes
• Episode length: 11m
• Network: CBS
• Status: Ended
• TMDB rating: 7.3/10 from 250 votes

Created by Joseph Barbera, William Hanna.

Top cast

• John Stephenson as Blubber Bear (voice)
• Paul Winchell as Clyde (voice)
• Don Messick as Gravel Slag (voice)
• Daws Butler as Big Gruesome (voice)
• Janet Waldo as Penelope Pitstop (voice)
• Dave Willock as Narrator (voice)

Full cast & crew

Where to watch Wacky Races

• United States: buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Fandango At Home
• United Kingdom: buy on Apple TV Store, Amazon Video
• Canada: buy on Apple TV Store
• Australia: buy on Apple TV Store

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