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January 17, 1986 - Heathcliff: The Movie Premiered in Theaters

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On this day, January 17, 1986, Heathcliff: The Movie premiered in theaters, bringing the mischievous, street-smart feline from the beloved animated TV series to the big screen. Directed by Bruno Bianchi, the film featured the iconic voice talents of Mel Blanc as Heathcliff, alongside Donna Christie, Peter Cullen, and Danny Mann.

The movie compiled several episodes from the Heathcliff TV series, interwoven with new story elements to create a feature-length adventure. While primarily aimed at fans of the cartoon, the film’s playful humor and charm delighted younger audiences and earned $2.6 million at the box office.

Fun Fact: Mel Blanc, the legendary voice actor behind Heathcliff, is best known for voicing iconic characters like Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck, and Porky Pig.

Trivia Question: What other famous 80s cartoon cat, known for his lasagna obsession, debuted in his own animated series just a few years earlier in 1982?
 
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