Cartoon
What's New, Mr. Magoo?
The story
What's New, Mr. Magoo? is an American animated television series which aired on Saturday mornings from September 10 to December 24, 1977, on CBS. It was produced by DePatie–Freleng Enterprises and United Productions of America. The series has the voices of Jim Backus, Bob Ogle, Casey Kasem, Hal Smith and Frank Welker.
This was the third series starring Mr. Magoo, following the 1960-1962 Mister Magoo, and the 1964-1965 show The Famous Adventures of Mr. Magoo.
It was one of only two animated series from DePatie–Freleng Enterprises – besides Bailey's Comets – to air on the CBS Television Network.
Plot
The series maintains the established comedic formula of the Original 1950s shorts, centering on Mr. Magoo, an elderly, wealthy retiree who's severe nearsightedness continually compromises his perception of reality. Magoo stubbornly refuses to admit his vision impairment or wear corrective lenses, he routinely misidentifies his surroundings, objects, and the people he interacts with.
Cast
Jim Backus as Mr. Magoo
Bob Ogle as McBarker
Casey Kasem as Waldo
Hal Smith
Frank Welker