Title: Gulliver's Travels Year: 1939 Director: Dave Fleischer Producers: Max Fleischer Production Company: Fleischer Studios Runtime: 76 minutes Country: United States Language: English Format: Technicolor, Mono Sound Genres: Animation, Adventure, Fantasy, Musical --- Synopsis: In this animated adaptation of Jonathan Swift's classic novel, seaman Lemuel Gulliver (voiced by Sam Parker) is the sole survivor of a shipwreck and finds himself in the land of Lilliput, inhabited by tiny people. As Lilliput prepares for war with neighboring Blefuscu over a disagreement regarding a wedding song, Gulliver's presence becomes pivotal in resolving their conflicts. The film combines adventure, romance, and musical elements, showcasing the challenges and misunderstandings between different cultures. --- Voice Cast: Sam Parker as Gulliver (speaking voice) Max Smith as Gulliver (singing voice) Pinto Colvig as Gabby, Snitch, Gulliver (water gurgling sounds) Jack Mercer as Prince David, King Little, Twinkletoes, Snoop, Horses, Royal Chef Lanny Ross as the singing voice of Prince David Tedd Pierce as King Bombo, Sneak, Villagers Lovey Warren as Princess Glory (speaking voice) Jessica Dragonette as the singing voice of Princess Glory Joe Oriolo as Italian Barber Margie Hines as Lilliputian Woman, Princess Glory (some crying and sobs) Carl Meyer as Lilliputians --- Production Notes: Gulliver's Travels was the second full-length animated feature film produced in the United States, following Disney's Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. Fleischer Studios utilized the rotoscope technique to achieve realistic human movements, especially for the character of Gulliver. The film was produced in Technicolor, enhancing its visual appeal. Despite its ambitious production, the film faced challenges in matching Disney's success but remains a significant achievement in animation history. --- Legacy: While not as commercially successful as its Disney counterpart, Gulliver's Travels has been praised for its animation quality and musical score. It introduced audiences to a different style of animated storytelling and has since become a classic, appreciated for its historical significance in the evolution of animated films. --- Trivia: The film was nominated for two Academy Awards: Best Original Score and Best Original Song for "Faithful Forever. " Gabby, a supporting character, became popular enough to star in his own series of animated shorts. The film's production was rushed to capitalize on the success of Snow White, leading to a tight schedule and budget constraints. --- Curated Hashtags: #GulliversTravels1939 #FleischerStudios #ClassicAnimation #Technicolor #AnimatedFeature #Gabby #Lilliput #VintageCartoon #AnimationHistory #MusicalAdventure