Tom and Jerry

Tom and Jerry is one of the most famous cartoons ever made. It was created in 1940 by William Hanna and Joseph Barbera. The show follows Tom, a house cat, and Jerry, a clever little mouse. Tom is always trying to catch Jerry, but Jerry always outsmarts him. The cartoon is mostly silent and uses physical comedy.

The Cat and Mouse Chase

Tom is a gray and white cat who lives in a house. Jerry is a small brown mouse who also lives in the house. Tom tries to catch Jerry in every episode, but Jerry is too smart and fast. Their chases involve traps, tricks, and lots of slapstick comedy.

A Lasting Legacy

Tom and Jerry has won seven Academy Awards for Best Animated Short Film. The cartoon has been entertaining audiences for over 80 years. New versions of the show continue to be made today. Tom and Jerry are recognized by kids and adults all around the world.

Fun Facts

• Tom and Jerry won seven Academy Awards.
• The first Tom and Jerry cartoon was called Puss Gets the Boot.
• The characters were created in 1940 and are still popular today.

Did You Know?

Even though Tom and Jerry are always fighting, they actually care about each other. In many episodes, when one of them is in real danger, the other comes to the rescue. They are frenemies who cannot live without each other!