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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.

First Air Date
September 14, 1968
Seasons
1
Episodes
34
Rating
7.3/10 (237 votes)

Cast: John Stephenson, Paul Winchell, Don Messick, Daws Butler, Janet Waldo, Dave Willock

Network: CBS
Production: Merrill Heatter-Bob Quigley Productions, Hanna-Barbera Cartoons
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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.

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StatusEnded
TypeScripted
First Aired9/14/1968
Last Aired1/4/1969
Seasons1
Episodes34
LanguageEnglish
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1968

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Cast

JS

John Stephenson

as Blubber Bear (voice)

PW

Paul Winchell

as Clyde (voice)

DM

Don Messick

as Gravel Slag (voice)

DB

Daws Butler

as Big Gruesome (voice)

JW

Janet Waldo

as Penelope Pitstop (voice)

DW

Dave Willock

as Narrator (voice)

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Seasons

1 seasons
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Season 1

1968

34 episodes

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Wacky Races about?

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 the…

How many seasons does Wacky Races have?

1

How many episodes does Wacky Races have?

34

Is Wacky Races still running?

No, it ended in 1969.

When did Wacky Races first air?

September 14, 1968

Who created Wacky Races?

Joseph Barbera, William Hanna

Who stars in Wacky Races?

John Stephenson, Paul Winchell, Don Messick

What genre is Wacky Races?

Family, Animation, Comedy, Kids