Mel Blanc
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Mel Blanc (May 30, 1908 – July 10, 1989) was an American voice actor and comedian. Although he began his nearly six-decade-long career performing in radio commercials, Blanc is best remembered for his work with Warner Bros. during the "Golden Age of American animation" (and later for Hanna-Barbera television productions) as the voice of such well-known characters as Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck, Porky Pig, Sylvester the Cat, Tweety Bird, Foghorn Leghorn, Yosemite Sam, Wile E. Coyote, Woody Woodpecker, Barney Rubble, Mr. Spacely, Speed Buggy, Captain Caveman, Heathcliff, Speedy Gonzales, Elmer Fudd and hundreds of others. Having earned the nickname “The Man of a Thousand Voices,” Blanc is regarded as one of the most influential people in the voice-acting industry. At the time of his death, it was estimated that 20 million people heard his voice every day.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Mel Blanc reveals a career defined by exceptional commercial consistency. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Animation
The majority of Mel Blanc's filmography leans towards the Animation genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 100% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Mel Blanc remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Showbiz Goes to War, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Mel Blanc Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Mel Blanc's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Mel Blanc.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Bugs Bunny's 80th What's Up, Doc-umentary! | Self - Bugs Bunny (voice) (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | A Looney Tunes Thanksgiving | Bugs Bunny (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | Looney Tunes Platinum Collection: Volume Three | (archive sound) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | Looney Tunes Platinum Collection: Volume Two | (archive sound) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | Scooby-Doo: Mystery in Motion | Speed Buggy (voice) (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2011 | Looney Tunes Platinum Collection: Volume One | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2010 | Looney Tunes Super Stars Foghorn Leghorn & Friends: Barnyard Bigmouth | Foghorn Leghorn (voice)(archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2010 | Looney Tunes Super Stars Tweety & Sylvester: Feline Fwenzy | Sylvester / Tweety (voice) (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2010 | Looney Tunes Super Stars Daffy Duck: Frustrated Fowl | Bugs Bunny / Daffy Duck / Porky Pig / Tasmanian Devil / Yosemite Sam (voice)(archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2010 | Looney Tunes Super Stars Bugs Bunny: Hare Extraordinaire | Bugs Bunny / Daffy Duck / Marvin the Martian / Tasmanian Devil / Yosemite Sam (voice)(archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | Looney Tunes: Spotlight Collection Vol. 5 | Bugs Bunny / Daffy Duck / Sylvester / Tweety (archive sound) (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | Looney Tunes Golden Collection, Vol. 5 | Bugs Bunny / Yosemite Sam (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | Looney Tunes Golden Collection, Vol. 4 | Voice Characterizations | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2004 | Looney Tunes Spotlight Collection Vol. 2 | Bugs Bunny / Daffy Duck / Sylvester / Tweety / Elmer Fudd (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2004 | Looney Tunes Collection: Best Of Bugs Bunny Volume 1 | Bugs Bunny / Elmer Fudd (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2002 | The 1st 13th Annual Fancy Anvil Awards Show Program Special: Live in Stereo | Bugs Bunny (voice) (archive footage) (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2000 | Bugs Bunny and Friends | Bugs Bunny (voice) (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1996 | Cartoons Go To War | Himself (archival footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | Hanna-Barbera's 50th | Barney Rubble (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | Who Framed Roger Rabbit | Daffy Duck / Tweety / Bugs Bunny / Sylvester / Porky Pig (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | Showbiz Goes to War | (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | Woody Woodpecker and Friends | Various Voices | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | The Flintstones Meet Rockula and Frankenstone | Barney Rubble / Dino (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | Days of Wine and Roses | Cartoons (voice) (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | Breakfast at Tiffany's | Holly's Drunk Visitor (voice) (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | From Hare to Heir | Bugs Bunny / Yosemite Sam / Accountant (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | Tweet and Lovely | Sylvester / Tweety (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | What's Opera, Doc? | Bugs Bunny as Brunhilde / Elmer Fudd as Siegfried (screaming) (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | Hemo the Magnificent | Squirrel / Turtle / Alligator / Rabbit (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | To Hare Is Human | Bugs Bunny, Wile E. Coyote | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | A Fine Feathered Frenzy | 'Guess Who' Signature (voice) (uncredited - archive sound) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Little Boy Boo | Foghorn Leghorn | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Dog Pounded | Sylvester, Tweety, Pepe Le Pew | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Duck Dodgers in the 24½th Century | Daffy Duck, Duck Dodgers, Porky Pig, Marvin the Martian | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Duck Amuck | Daffy Duck / Bugs Bunny (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Don't Give Up the Sheep | Sam Sheepdog, Ralph Wolf (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Water, Water Every Hare | Bugs Bunny / Rudolph (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Woody Woodpecker Polka | Woody Woodpecker's Laugh (voice) (archive sound) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Rabbit of Seville | Bugs Bunny (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | His Bitter Half | Daffy Duck / Wentworth / Carnival Barker (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Mouse Wreckers | Hubie / Claude (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Rebel Rabbit | Bugs Bunny / Other Characters (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Scaredy Cat | Porky Pig / Sylvester / Mouse in Cuckoo Clock (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Doggone Cats | Wellington / Sylvester / Cat / Uncle Louie (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Stage Door Cartoon | Bugs Bunny / Southern Sheriff (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Hungry Wolf | Wolf (voice) (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Andy Panda's Pop | Acme Roofing Company Man/Paddy Pelican(uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Hoola Boola | Cannibals (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Barnyard Babies | Various | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | You Ought to Be in Pictures | Porky Pig / Daffy Duck / Additional Voices (voice) (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
Mel Blanc - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Mel Blanc?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Mel Blanc is "Showbiz Goes to War" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Mel Blanc acted in?
Mel Blanc has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Mel Blanc?
Other notable films include "A Looney Tunes Thanksgiving", "Looney Tunes Super Stars Foghorn Leghorn & Friends: Barnyard Bigmouth", and "Looney Tunes Super Stars Daffy Duck: Frustrated Fowl".