Looney Tunes Season 1938 Episode 28 A Feud There Was
- September 24, 1938
The Looney Tunes season 1938 episode 28 entitled "A Feud There Was" is a classic animated comedy that has been loved by generations of audiences. The plot revolves around a long-standing feud between the two neighboring clans - the Sheep and the Wolf families.
The story begins with a sign that reads "Sheep vs. Wolves - Keep Out" posted on the Sheep farm. A group of Wolf characters slyly swing a cannon through the side of the fence and begin hurling ammunition at the Sheep's houses. As a result, a fiery feud between the two households ensues.
Sheepdog Ralph and Wolf Sheepdog Sam, who respectively belong to the Sheep and Wolf families, are tasked with guarding the flocks but they engage in a fun game of pretending to attack each other instead. The two become friends and subsequently try to find ways to resolve their family's dispute.
The scene then transitions to the Sheep's front yard, where the two canine friends are trying various methods to stop the feud. Ralph and Sam come up with a bunch of creative and hilarious schemes to bring peace to the warring clans, but all of them backfire in some manner or the other. Eventually, they come upon an idea that seemingly brings about the end to the feud - by switching the babies of the Sheep and Wolf families.
The episode takes a comical turn as the Sheep and Wolf parents have to deal with their swapped offspring. The Sheepdog is troubled by the fact that the baby he and his mate produced has fangs and looks like a wolf; while, the Wolf Sheepdog learns that his baby is docile and does not act like a typical wolf. The confused parents have trouble getting used to their swapped babies.
In the midst of the chaos the two doggies come across a photograph showing the Sheep and Wolf families happily coexisting years ago. Seeing the picture, they realize the bond between the two is stronger than the feud. Ralph and Sam then make another attempt at uniting the two families.
Ralph decides to ride on Sam's back back into the night and sneakily replaces all the family crests: Wolves become Sheep and Sheep become Wolves. The families wake up the next morning, confused and baffled. But instead of continuing their feud, they go about their day-to-day business with the utmost respect, working together to take care of one another's children as if they were their own.
The episode ends with a peaceful scene, the two clans having finally found common ground, as they exchange baskets of food and hold a picnic. Ralph and Sam sit back with a sigh of relief, pleased that their plan worked out and the families can live happily ever after.
Overall, Looney Tunes season 1938 episode 28 "A Feud There Was" is a classic piece of animation that is still held in high regard by viewers of all ages. With its hilarious antics, creative characters and timeless message of peace, it is a family-friendly cartoon that has stood the test of time.