A Hull of a Mess

1942
6m

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6.9/10

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Animation Comedy Family Short War

In a shipyard, Popeye and Bluto compete in each building a ship for a potential exclusive military contract.In a shipyard, Popeye and Bluto compete in each building a ship for a potential exclusive military contract.In a shipyard, Popeye and Bluto compete in each building a ship for a potential exclusive military contract.

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IMDb RATING

6.9/10

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Dave Barry

Bluto
(voice)
(uncredited)

Jack Mercer

Popeye
(voice)
(uncredited)

Directors
- Izzy Sparber
- Al Eugster
Writers
- Jack Ward
- Jack Mercer
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Trivia
First appearance of the "Famous Studios" branding in the opening segment.

Goofs
Both Popeye and Bluto lay down steel plates on the decks of their ships. But ship did not and still do not use steel for their decks. When wet (and ships do get wet as they sail on rough seas and inclement weather), steel is slippery. That is why they use wood planking for their decks. Rubber soled shoes can even get a grip on wet wood.

Alternate versions
There is a redrawn colorized version from 1987 originally commissioned by Ted Turner.

Connections
Featured in The Popeye Show: Pleased to Meet Cha/Let's Celebrake/A Hull of a Mess (2002)

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7/10

war effort Popeye

Popeye and Bluto compete for a contract to build a whole fleet of ships. Before the decision, they must each build and launch their own battleship.

This wartime Popeye hits upon the warship building effort. It has memorable visuals. It's a simple short that fits the war effort.