Woody Woodpecker, one of the most beloved characters of all time. Adored by children, teenagers, and adults alike. The show itself dates back to 1940. It was created by none other than Walter Lantz. A respected professional, he is also responsible for a huge series of characters, including: Buzzard, Chilly Willy, and Leóncio. “Woody Woodpecker“, in turn, would undergo different forms. Many of which were considered grotesque or deformed at the time. This scenario, by the way, would only change in 1957.
Over the years, its growing reception, especially among different audiences around the world. Here in Brazil, the show was aired by different broadcasters. Among them: TV Tupi, Globo, SBT, and Fox Kids. Currently, it is aired through Rede Record. On this channel, it has achieved high audience ratings, often surpassing double digits on Ibope.
The character itself is based on an authentic story. In this story, Walter Lantz was “tormented” during his honeymoon. In this story, a woodpecker appeared, pecking at the roof of the cabin where the animator had stayed. His unmistakable laugh, in turn, is a creation of Mel Blanc. He is one of the most respected voice actors in the United States.
Speaking of voice acting, several professionals were responsible for his voice in Brazil. Among the main ones: Olney Cazarré, Garcia Júnior, and Marco Antônio Costa. In Brazil, different catchphrases were created. Among the most well-known: “Vudu is for Jacu” and “Here we go“. Besides TV, the character also gained prominence in other media. In cinema, for example, his nominations for three Academy Awards in 1943, 1947, and 1948. In video games, his growing presence, being the theme of several releases for Game Cube, Game Boy, PlayStation, and Master System.
Do you remember this classic show? 🙂
