Wacky Races (1968)

About This Series

Wacky Races is a family and animation series created by Joseph Barbera and William Hanna. Its leading cast includes John Stephenson, Paul Winchell and Don Messick. It premiered on September 14, 1968 on CBS. TMDB lists 1 season and 34 episodes so far and has ended.

Synopsis

Wacky Races is an animated television series produced by Hanna-Barbera that originally aired in 1968. The show is a parody of traditional car races, featuring a variety of eccentric characters and their outlandish vehicles, all racing across different terrains in a madcap competition for first place. The series is centered around a group of 11 racers, each with their own unique vehicle and distinct personality. The main characters include Dick Dastardly and his dog Muttley, who are always trying to cheat and sabotage the other competitors, although they never succeed. Other notable racers include Penelope Pitstop, the glamorous but tough driver; the adventurous Red Max; and the lovable duo, the Slag Brothers, who drive a massive, rock-like car.

Synopsis from TMDB.

Cast

• John Stephenson Blubber Bear (voice) 34 episodes
• Paul Winchell Clyde (voice) 34 episodes
• Don Messick Gravel Slag (voice) 34 episodes
• Daws Butler Big Gruesome (voice) 34 episodes
• Janet Waldo Penelope Pitstop (voice) 34 episodes
• Dave Willock Narrator (voice) 34 episodes

Seasons

• Season 11968 · 34 episodes
• Specials7 episodes