About Bonkers

"Bonkers" is an animated American television series that was aired from 1993 to 1994. Created by Robert Taylor and Duane Capizzi, it was produced by Walt Disney Television Animation. The series followed Bonkers D. Bobcat, an anthropomorphic bobcat who was previously a great Hollywood cartoon star, trying to adjust to his new job as a police officer in Hollywood.

Making / Production

The series was produced under the artistic guidance of Robert Taylor and Duane Capizzi. Its animation was outsourced to various overseas studios including Tokyo Movie Shinsha in Japan and Sunwoo Entertainment in South Korea. The series was primarily written by Duane Capizzi and Robert Hathcock along with other renowned script writers.

Actors

• Jim Cummings as Bonkers D. Bobcat: Jim Cummings lent his voice to Bonkers, the former cartoon star turned rookie cop who brings enthusiasm and a distinctively wacky quality to his work.
• Karla DeVito as Miranda Wright: Karla DeVito voiced Miranda Wright, a pragmatic police officer serving as Bonkers' partner on the police force.
• Sherry Lynn as Marilyn Piquel: Sherry Lynn voiced Marilyn Piquel, the cheerful daughter of Officer Piquel who adores Bonkers.
• Earl Boen as Chief Leonard Kanifky: Earl Boen voiced the typically exasperated Chief of Police.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The character of Bonkers was actually created as an homage to the classic cartoon stars like Bugs Bunny and Roger Rabbit.
• The series featured many cameos from other Disney characters, including Donald Duck and Goofy.
• Originally, Bonkers was planned to receive a theatrical film. However, the plan was scrapped and instead, it was expanded into a television series.

Quotes

• "Hey, can't we wild and crazy guys ever have any fun?" - Bonkers D. Bobcat
• "Toy with me, will they? I'll show 'em who's Bonkers!" - Bonkers D. Bobcat
• "Never work with professionals, they’ll make you look like an amateur." - Chief Leonard Kanifky

Music, Soundtrack

• The theme song for "Bonkers" was written by legendary songwriters Robert and Richard Sherman, who are also known for their work on Disney films like "Mary Poppins" and "The Jungle Book".
• Throughout the series, the background music was composed by Mark Watters, one of the award-winning composers at Disney.

Awards

While the show did not win any awards itself, it's worth noting that Jim Cummings, who provided the voice for Bonkers, has won several awards for his voice acting in other productions.