Boat Builders

About Boat Builders

"Boat Builders" is a delightfully amusing animated short film produced by Walt Disney Productions. Released in 1938, the film follows the adventure of Mickey, Donald, and Goofy who decide to construct a boat from a do-it-yourself kit. As anticipated, chaos ensues as the trio fumbles their way through the project. Ultimately, they rise in triumph as the boat is constructed at last. When Minnie Mouse ceremonially christens the finished boat, the scene turns incredibly comical as the boat disintegrates, tumbling everyone into the water!

This short film is rated TV-G, marking it as a family-friendly piece enjoyable for audiences of all ages.

Making / Production

"Boat Builders" was produced by Walt Disney and directed by Ben Sharpsteen. Walt Disney himself provided the voice for Mickey Mouse. Clarence Nash voiced Donald Duck, and Pinto Colvig took on the voice of Goofy. This comedic short is a classic example of Disney's earlier works, showcasing the unique blend of humor and slapstick that Disney is still renowned for today.

Actors

• Walt Disney as Mickey Mouse: Walt's iconic voice brought magic to Mickey's hilarious misadventures.
• Clarence Nash as Donald Duck: Nash superbly captured Donald's feisty and funny characteristics.
• Pinto Colvig as Goofy: Colvig's quirky and distinctive voice-work brought Goofy's clumsy and lovable personality to life.

Trivia / Interesting Facts about Boat Builders

• "Boat Builders" was the 11th Mickey Mouse short produced in 1938.
• The film marked the return of Goofy who had not appeared since the short films "Polar Trappers" in 1938.
• It is one of the numerous films where Mickey, Donald, and Goofy work together as a team.

Music, Soundtrack

• The lively and amusing soundtrack of "Boat Builders" was created by experienced Disney composer, Oliver Wallace.
• The main theme "Mickey Mouse March" adds to the animated and energetic atmosphere of the film.