Animation | Comedy Family | USA | 74min | Dir: Dave Fleischer
Voices: Kenny Gardner, Gwen Williams, Jack Mercer
Animation pioneers Max and Dave Fleischer created this tale about Bugtown, an insect community facing destruction when humans plan to build on their land.
In a vacant lot in the middle of Manhattan, a thriving insect metropolis mimics the urban bustle surrounding it.
While an impending human construction project imperils the insect city, a power struggle develops between upstanding grasshopper Hoppity and corrupt business owner C. Bagley Beetle, who both love the beautiful bee, Honey.
A pair of humans -- struggling songwriter Dick and his faithful wife, Mary -- soon become unwitting pawns in the insects' fight for their home.
aka: 'Bug Goes to Town' and 'Bugville'
Released under its original title, "Mr. Bug Goes to Town" in 1941, Paramount subsequently renamed it "Hoppity Goes to Town" and "Bugville" for re-release in the 1940's and 1950's.
This print carries the "Hoppity Goes To Town" title.