The Henpecked Duck

The Henpecked Duck

1941 · 7 min · ★ 6.3 · Animation, Comedy, Family

Mrs. Duck sues Daffy for divorce in Judge Porky Pig's courtroom, charging her husband with losing their egg in an abortive magic trick.

Directed by Robert Clampett · Written by Warren Foster

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Cast

  • Sara Berner Mrs. Daffy Duck / Hen / Divorce Court Crowd (voice) (uncredited)
  • Mel Blanc Porky Pig / Daffy Duck / Junior Duck (voice) (uncredited)

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