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The Reckless Driver
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The Reckless Driver

1946-08-26 · 6 min · ★ 7.2

Animation · Comedy

Driving down a U.S. highway, Woody Woodpecker passes a billboard which reminds him that he should renew his driver's license. He heads to the Department of Motor Vehicles and asks Officer Wally Walrus, who takes an immediate dislike to Woody, to give him the test. He puts Woody through the eye test, the reflex test, and the fingerprint test...with Woody constantly making short work of the walrus' patience.

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Directors
Shamus Culhane
Production companies
Walter Lantz Productions
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released

Top Cast

Mel BlancMel BlancWoody Woodpecker's Laugh (archive sound)
Hans ConriedHans ConriedWally Walrus (archive sound)
Ben HardawayBen HardawayWoody Woodpecker (voice)
Jack MatherJack MatherWally Walrus (archive sound)
Will WrightWill WrightWally Walrus (voice)

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