Tom and Jerry, one of the most iconic duos in cartoon history, will continue their 85th anniversary celebration on December 2 with a very exciting box set for fans of classic animated shorts. For the first time ever, a complete collection of the duo’s theatrical shorts will be available on Blu-ray. Preorders for Tom and Jerry: The Golden Age Anthology are available now for $60. At the time of writing, the 16-plus hour collection of cartoon hijinks is the No. 1 best-selling Blu-ray on Amazon.
Tom and Jerry: The Golden Era Anthology (Blu-ray)
$60 | Releases December 2
Part of the Warner Archive Collection, this six-disc standard Blu-ray set includes 114 shorts in total, presented in chronological order and in 1080p. These originally appeared before the main feature film presentation in cinemas from 1940 through 1958, and three of the shorts–Casanova Cat, Mouse Cleaning, and His Mouse Friday–have been completely remastered for the first time.
Additionally, the collection comes with a 28-page booklet with artwork and essays, 20 audio commentaries, over three hours of bonus features, and two brand-new featurettes–Lady of the House: The Story of Mammy Two Shoes and Animal Hijinks: The Friends and Foes of Tom. The cover also features a nod to the animated shorts, with illustrations of Tom in his Zoot suit from 1944’s The Zoot Cat.
As mentioned above, the remastered shorts Mouse Cleaning and Casanova Cat are being released on home media for the first time in the US. These are controversial Tom and Jerry episodes due to them being racially insensitive, and while they were scheduled to appear in Tom and Jerry: The Golden Collection Volume Two, that release was ultimately canceled. Older–and extremely dated–content like this has appeared in several other Warner Archive releases over the years, as the company has added disclaimers to these shorts to indicate their historical context, problematic nature, and racially insensitive jokes.
If you don’t feel like waiting until December, there are several other Tom and Jerry collections you can grab right now. Tom and Jerry: The Complete Cinemascope Collection bundles all 23 of the pair’s CinemaScope widescreen animated adventures together, along with three bonus cartoons. This is classic Tom and Jerry at its highest quality, as each cinematic short featured incredible animation, as well as cruel and unusualy punishment for Tom as he tried to do his job.
What a fantastic way to celebrate the classics! The Golden Era Anthology sounds like a must-have for fans of Tom and Jerry. It’s great to see these beloved shorts getting a special release.
Absolutely! It’s exciting to see these classic shorts getting the Blu-ray treatment. The enhanced picture and sound quality should really bring those timeless antics to life for both new fans and longtime viewers alike.
I agree, it’s great to see these classics being preserved for a new generation! The enhanced picture quality really brings out the vibrant animation that made Tom and Jerry so beloved. Plus, it’ll be interesting to see the special features included, which often provide great insight into the making of these iconic shorts.
Absolutely! The enhanced picture quality really brings out the vibrant colors and details that make these shorts so special. It’s also interesting to think about how the humor and slapstick style of Tom and Jerry can still resonate with audiences today, bridging generations through timeless comedy.
Absolutely! The enhanced picture quality really brings out the vibrant colors and details that make the classic shorts even more enjoyable. It’s fascinating how these timeless animations continue to resonate with both old fans and new viewers alike. Can’t wait to see how they look on Blu-ray!
the classic shorts so enjoyable. It’s amazing how much the restoration process can enhance our nostalgia for these characters. Plus, having them all in one collection makes it easy to revisit our favorite moments anytime!
Absolutely! The restoration truly brings out the vibrant colors and details that we may have missed before. It’s fascinating to see how these timeless shorts still resonate with audiences today, bridging generations through humor and creativity.
I completely agree! It’s amazing how the restoration enhances not just the colors, but also the animation quality, making the classic moments even more enjoyable. It’s a great way to introduce a new generation to these timeless characters.
Absolutely! The restored animation really brings out the intricate details that many may have missed in the original versions. It’s a fantastic way to revisit those beloved characters with a fresh perspective.
I completely agree! The vibrant colors and sharp visuals definitely enhance the experience. It’s fascinating to see how the restoration highlights the creativity and artistry that went into those classic shorts.
I totally see your point! The remastered quality really brings out the humor and animation style in a way that’s nostalgic yet fresh. It’s exciting to think about how these classics can be enjoyed by a new generation!