Tom e Jerry

Tom and Jerry is an American animated cartoon series created by William Hanna and Joseph Barbera that debuted in 1940. The show revolves around the comedic rivalry between a cat named Tom and a clever mouse named Jerry. Renowned for its slapstick humor and minimalist dialogue, Tom and Jerry became one of the most popular cartoons of its time and has since garnered numerous awards and accolades. The series originally aired as theatrical shorts, but later transitioned to television, making it one of the longest-running franchises in animation history. Notably, Tom and Jerry won the Academy Award for Best Animated Short Film seven times. The iconic duo has also appeared in comic books, video games, and even a feature-length film. Despite controversy over the show's comedic violence, Tom and Jerry have secured their place in pop-culture, earning a dedicated fanbase worldwide.