Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Mouse
Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Mouse
Tom, sick of Jerry stealing the milk out of his bowl, poisons it. Instead of killing the mouse, the potion transforms him into a muscular beast.
Manuel Frangis reviewedMarch 21, 2025
I just watched Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Mouse again and it is an easy 5 out of 5 stars. This is one of the best Tom and Jerry cartoons ever made blending classic slapstick comedy with a fun twist on the famous Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde story. It is fast paced hilarious and filled with everything that makes Tom and Jerry so great.
The setup is simple but brilliant. Tom is once again trying to catch Jerry but things take a strange turn when Jerry accidentally drinks a special formula that changes everything. This leads to some of the funniest and most creative chase sequences in the entire series. The way the movie plays with the Jekyll and Hyde concept while still keeping the classic Tom and Jerry humor is what makes it so special.
The animation is top notch. Every movement is smooth and exaggerated in the best way possible. The way Jerry transforms and how Tom reacts to it is pure comedy gold. The expressions the timing and the visual gags are all perfectly executed making every scene fun to watch.
The humor in Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Mouse is exactly what makes Tom and Jerry such a legendary series. There are no words just pure physical comedy that never gets old. The way the characters interact the clever traps and the constant role reversals keep the action exciting and unpredictable. No matter how many times you watch it there is always something funny happening.
One of the best things about this short is how well it uses suspense and surprise. Since Jerry’s transformation is unpredictable Tom never knows what to expect and that makes for some of the best reactions ever. Seeing Tom go from confident to terrified in a split second is what makes this cartoon so funny. The pacing is perfect never slowing down for a second.
The music also adds a lot to the comedy. Every chase every reaction and every big moment is perfectly matched with the soundtrack. The way the music builds up and then suddenly stops for a punchline makes everything even funnier.
Even though it is only a short film Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Mouse feels like a complete and unforgettable experience. It has a unique storyline creative visuals and non stop action. It takes a classic concept and makes it feel fresh by putting it into the Tom and Jerry universe.
The chemistry between Tom and Jerry is as strong as ever. Even though they do not speak their expressions and body language tell the entire story. Their rivalry is still as fun as ever but this time with a crazy twist that makes every chase even more intense.
This is the kind of cartoon that shows why Tom and Jerry has lasted for generations. It is simple fun and creative with no unnecessary dialogue or complicated plot just pure animated brilliance. The combination of classic slapstick humor and a horror inspired twist makes it stand out from other Tom and Jerry episodes.
Even after all these years Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Mouse is still one of the best and most entertaining cartoons ever made. It is funny creative and perfectly executed from start to finish. I absolutely love this short and will always consider it one of my favorites.