Donald's Nephews

About Donald's Nephews

Donald's Nephews is an American animated short subject produced by Walt Disney Productions and released by RKO Radio Pictures. Released on April 5, 1938, the plot circles around the first filmic appearance of Huey, Dewey, and Louie, who arrive at their Uncle Donald's house completely out of the blue and turn his life upside down.

The movie is a combination of comedy, family drama, and nostalgic elements, depicting the mischief of the triplets, and the difficulties that Donald faces while managing the dynamic young ducks.

Making / Production

The film was directed by Jack King and scripted by Carl Barks. Its production marked a significant addition to the Donald Duck extended universe, introducing characters that would become central to future films and TV series.

Actors

• Clarence Nash as Donald Duck: His expressive voice gave life and soul to the character of Donald, captivating the audience with his energetic voice acting skills.
• Clarence Nash as Huey, Dewey, and Louie: In a triple role, Nash managed to create distinctive voices for each of the nephews, signifying their youthful exuberance and individual personalities.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• This is the debut appearance of Huey, Dewey, and Louie.
• It is one of the few short films where Huey, Dewey, and Louie are uncontrollably mischievous.
• The film was adapted into a comic strip published in 1937 later becoming a staple in the Donald Duck universe.

Quotes

• "Just wait till you meet my nephews, what treasures!" – Donald Duck
• "Oh boy, oh boy, oh boy!" - Huey, Dewey, and Louie

Music, Soundtrack

• The music was written by Oliver Wallace, who provided a classic and nostalgic appeal to the character's wild antics.
• The film doesn't feature any specific songs, but the score flows seamlessly with the plot, enhancing the comedic elements.