Mickey's Delayed Date

About Mickey's Delayed Date

"Mickey's Delayed Date" is a classic Walt Disney short film released in the year 1947. In it, Mickey Mouse is in a rush to prepare for a date with Minnie Mouse but ends up getting stalled due to various comical situations. The hiccups during his preparation, from tripping over his own furniture to a battle with an uncooperative folding bed, serve as the central plot of this entertaining tale. However, in the end, Mickey manages to arrive just in time to meet Minnie, and the couple head off for their date, not before sharing a laugh about the night’s events together.

Making / Production

Being one of the Disney classics, the production of this short film involved meticulous hand-drawn animation. Walt Disney himself voiced Mickey Mouse until 1946. The film showcases the vintage charm synonymous with early Disney animations.

Actors

• Walt Disney: Voiced Mickey Mouse, presenting the character's humorous and charming personality effectively during his rushed preparations for his date.
• Ruth Clifford: Provided the voice for Minnie Mouse, complementing Mickey's antics with her calm and collected character.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• This is one of the last shorts in which Walt Disney provided the voice for Mickey Mouse.
• The film was initially released as a part of the Mickey Mouse series but was later incorporated into The Mickey Mouse Club's reruns.
• The humor in Mickey's Delayed Date mainly comes from physical comedy rather than dialogue, a typical feature of early Disney cartoons.

Quotes

• Mickey Mouse - "Oh boy! What a day for a date!"
• Minnie Mouse - "My, you really did have trouble, didn't you? But at least you're here now."

Music and Soundtrack

• The music in Mickey's Delayed Date is both playful and suspenseful, reflecting Mickey's hurried efforts to get ready for his date.
• The short film opens with the familiar tune of "Mickey Mouse March", a classic and recognizable Disney melody.