![]() The Complete Series carries the MG name, but includes two other cartoons for every episode Punkin' Puss and Mushmouse, the country bumpkin version of Tom and Jerry and Ricochet Rabbit. The great thing about Magilla Gorilla is the package deal quality of it all. Some personal favorites that made these DVD's worth the watch include classic episodes like Private Magilla, where Magilla is drafted into the military and Big Game, where Magilla is adopted and hunted by the same person! Of course, as you would expect he comes out okay and ends up with his very own Butler in the process. There are also eight bonus cartoons included in the set. Among the special features are the Live and Unplugged version of the Magilla Gorilla theme song, an interactive look at the Peebles Pet Shop and an interview with Allan Melvin, the voice of Magilla. Jam packed into four DVD's is 23 episodes and plenty of special features. Two years later the show was syndicated and appeared on network television. Like The Simpsons, though long before them, Magilla began his television career during primetime. Peebles is always hopeful when Magilla leaves, but let's face it, there would not have been much of a show had he found a home. There is something about an overbearing, clumsy gorilla that is constantly mistaken for a man that makes you chuckle. This is one of those shows that you cannot really forget once you've seen it. Hanna-Barbera was the animation powerhouse that created such greats as The Flintstones, The Jetsons, Scooby Doo, and of course, Magilla Gorilla. This late 60's cartoon is out for the first time on DVD, to entertain both old and new fans as well as delight a whole new generation of children. Of course, with a gorilla like Magilla, you only need one. Magilla is the only gorilla in the pet store. Peebles is sure to bring a smile to your face as he stands around, plotting, hoping, and looking for ways to get rid of a gorilla (Magilla) when no one buys them anymore. The opening scene of each Magilla Gorilla cartoon will bring back great memories to any cartoon fan without the Boomerang Network. ![]()
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