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Wacky Races

★7.3 1968 – 1969 1 Season Joseph Barbera TV-MA

Wacky Races is an animated television series produced by Hanna-Barbera that originally aired in 1968. The show is a parody of traditional car races, featuring a variety of eccentric characters and their outlandish vehicles, all racing across different terrains in a madcap competition for first place. The series is centered around a group of 11 racers, each with their own unique vehicle and distinct personality. The main characters include Dick Dastardly and his dog Muttley, who are always trying to cheat and sabotage the other competitors, although they never succeed. Other notable racers include Penelope Pitstop, the glamorous but tough driver; the adventurous Red Max; and the lovable duo, the Slag Brothers, who drive a massive, rock-like car.

Seasons & episodes

1 season · 34 episodes

See-Saw to Arkansas

Episode 01

See-Saw to Arkansas

Sep 14, 1968 · 11 min

On their way to Mustard Spread Arkansas, all the racers get caught up. Penelope Pistop & Ant Hill Mob get lost. Dick Dastardly falls and sinks into mud. Everyone else gets caught up in traffic.

Creepy Trip to Lemon Twist

Episode 02

Creepy Trip to Lemon Twist

Sep 14, 1968 · 11 min

On their way to Lemon Twist Nevada, the Wacky Racers run into a deserted town and wonder into a bar where they find ghosts.

Why Oh Why Wyoming

Episode 03

Why Oh Why Wyoming

Sep 21, 1968 · 11 min

The Wacky Racers roar across the desert, dashing toward Rock Springs, Wyo. Meanwhile, Dick Dastardly teams up with Indian chief Crazy Buffalo in an attempt to stop the racers in their tracks.

Beat the Clock to Yellow Rock

Episode 04

Beat the Clock to Yellow Rock

Sep 21, 1968 · 11 min

On their way to Yellow Rock, the racers are stopped by a ranger to search for missing bears hiding in their trunks. Blubber Bear is mistaken for a runaway so Luke tries hiding him until he gets past the ranger. A bunch of bears take over the Ant Hill Mob and Dick Dastardly's cars.

Mish Mash Missouri Dash

Episode 05

Mish Mash Missouri Dash

Sep 28, 1968 · 11 min

Dick Dastardly dresses up as a Southener. Luke finds his cousin Elmer.

Idaho a Go Go

Episode 06

Idaho a Go Go

Sep 28, 1968 · 11 min

The racers embark on a lap to a little town in Idaho, while Dastardly tries to entrap Penelope Pitstop with a "Little Red Riding Hood" ploy.

The Baja-Ha-Ha Race

Episode 07

The Baja-Ha-Ha Race

Oct 5, 1968 · 11 min

In Mexico, Dick Dastardly and Muttley try to slow the other drivers by using a herd of cow-shaped balloons to block the road.

Real Gone Ape

Episode 08

Real Gone Ape

Oct 5, 1968 · 11 min

Dick Dastardly hypnotizes a gorilla to stop the other racers. The other racers find away around him and again Dick Dastardly finishes last.

Scout Scatter

Episode 09

Scout Scatter

Oct 12, 1968 · 11 min

The Anthill Mob disguises themselves as Wood Scouts to evade the police.

Free Wheeling to Wheeling

Episode 10

Free Wheeling to Wheeling

Oct 12, 1968 · 11 min

On their way to Wheeling, WV, Dick Dastardly uses construction cars (bulldozer, steamroller, a crane) to stop the racers.

By Rollercoaster to Upsan Downs

Episode 11

By Rollercoaster to Upsan Downs

Oct 19, 1968 · 11 min

Dick Dastardly leads the racers into an abandoned amusement park on their way to Upsan Downs.

The Speedy Arkansas Traveller

Episode 12

The Speedy Arkansas Traveller

Oct 19, 1968 · 11 min

On their way to Noah's Ark, AK, Dick Dastardly leads the racers into the War Games right in th middle of the race.

The Zippy Mississippi Race

Episode 13

The Zippy Mississippi Race

Oct 26, 1968 · 11 min

The Wacky Races gang competes in The Zippy Mississippi Race, a wild river race filled with gators, whirlpools, and outrageous antics. As racers like Miss Magnolia, The Gator Brothers, and Professor Paddle speed down the river, the scheming Dastardly Duke tries every dirty trick to take the lead. Boats get stuck in trees, hovercrafts malfunction, and gumbo geysers cause chaos, but in an unexpected twist, Lazy Louie drifts across the finish line first—completely unaware he was even racing. While the others fume over their losses, Dastardly Duke ends up foiled by his own tricks once again.

Traffic Jambalaya

Episode 14

Traffic Jambalaya

Oct 26, 1968 · 11 min

The Wacky Races crew takes on the Traffic Jambalaya, a chaotic race through the bustling, maze-like streets of New Orleans during Mardi Gras! With colorful floats, parades, jazz bands, and a sea of costumed revelers blocking the way, the racers must find creative (and often ridiculous) ways to navigate the gridlocked city. Dastardly Duke attempts to clear his path with a giant fan, only to send himself flying into a gumbo stand, while Miss Magnolia gracefully maneuvers through the madness without spilling her tea. As shortcuts through alleyways, rooftops, and even a steamboat fail spectacularly, it’s The Gator Brothers & The Bayou Bullet who unexpectedly take the win—thanks to a sneaky detour through the sewers!

Hot Race at Chillicothe

Episode 15

Hot Race at Chillicothe

Nov 2, 1968 · 11 min

Heading to Chillicothe, OH, Dick Dastardly steals a Police car. The Anthill Mob disguises themselves as a little league baseball team and play Baseball against Dick Dastardly and Muttley.

The Wrong Lumber Race

Episode 16

The Wrong Lumber Race

Nov 2, 1968 · 11 min

Dick Dastardly uses trees, logs, and saws to win the race.

Rhode Island Road Race

Episode 17

Rhode Island Road Race

Nov 9, 1968 · 11 min

Dick Dastardly desperatedly tries to win this race and almost does. He tries a construction site detour, Subway station, Hot sauce, and expanding his wheels.

The Great Cold Rush Race

Episode 18

The Great Cold Rush Race

Nov 9, 1968 · 11 min

Dick Dastardly dresses up as a snow monster to scare everyone away.

Wacky Race to Ripsaw

Episode 19

Wacky Race to Ripsaw

Nov 16, 1968 · 11 min

Today, the Wacky Racers are zooming up the track from Elbowgrease, Ohio to Ripsaw, Arkansas.

Oils Well That Ends Well

Episode 20

Oils Well That Ends Well

Nov 16, 1968 · 11 min

The next race sees the racers wending their wacky way westward from Oilcan, Oklahoma to Greasegun, Texas.

Whizzin' to Washington

Episode 21

Whizzin' to Washington

Nov 23, 1968 · 11 min

The Wacky Racers pass by with a thunderous hue and cry on their way to Washington.

The Dipsy Doodle Desert Derby

Episode 22

The Dipsy Doodle Desert Derby

Nov 23, 1968 · 11 min

From downtown Death Valley to uptown Doomstown, the Wacky Racers compete in the Desert Derby - trying to get a fraction of traction in the sand.

Eeny, Miny Missouri Go!

Episode 23

Eeny, Miny Missouri Go!

Nov 30, 1968 · 11 min

Clear the road, step aside and watch those Wacky Racers ride all the way to Eeny Meeny, Missouri.

The Super Silly Swamp Sprint

Episode 24

The Super Silly Swamp Sprint

Nov 30, 1968 · 11 min

The next race takes place from Sandy Soda Springs to Squishy Squash City.

The Dopey Dakota Derby

Episode 25

The Dopey Dakota Derby

Dec 7, 1968 · 11 min

The Wacky Racers roar out of Cactus City on the way to Gopher Gulch in the Badlands. Dick Dastardly tries to hold up the Wacky Racers, disguising himself as the same outlaw that he sees on a "Wanted" poster.

Dash to Delaware

Episode 26

Dash to Delaware

Dec 7, 1968 · 11 min

Through the valley and over the dale, the Wacky Racers hit the trail to far off Wott-Will, Delaware. Dick Dastardly sprays cake icing on the road in front of a bakery. Penelope Pitstop and Peter Perfect's cars slide into the bakery, and Penelope and Peter end up dressed as a bride and groom on top of a big wedding cake.

Speeding for Smogland

Episode 27

Speeding for Smogland

Dec 14, 1968 · 11 min

Today, we find the Wacky Racers speeding through the mountains toward Jollywood, California.

Race Rally to Raleigh

Episode 28

Race Rally to Raleigh

Dec 14, 1968 · 11 min

Roaring down the highway, the Wacky Racers relentlessly roll along to the finish line at Raleigh.

Ballpoint, Penn. or Bust!

Episode 29

Ballpoint, Penn. or Bust!

Dec 21, 1968 · 11 min

The cars are strung out on the first lap of today's Wacky Race, with the finish line in far-off Ballpoint, Pennsylvania.

Fast Track to Hackensack

Episode 30

Fast Track to Hackensack

Dec 21, 1968 · 11 min

The racers hurtle toward their next destination in Hackensack.

The Ski Resort Road Race

Episode 31

The Ski Resort Road Race

Dec 28, 1968 · 11 min

Today's Wacky Racers are slipping and sliding through ski resort country from Mush-Mush, Michigan to Iceandsnow, Idaho.

Overseas Hi-Way Race

Episode 32

Overseas Hi-Way Race

Dec 28, 1968 · 11 min

Today, our Wacky Race takes place over water, as our Wacky Racers are island-hopping in Florida on their way from Key Largo to Key West.

Race to Racine

Episode 33

Race to Racine

Jan 4, 1969 · 11 min

There they go on another wild and wacky race to Racine. Early race favourites include Professor Pat Pending, the Gruesome Twosome, and Rock and Gravel.

The Carlsbad or Bust Bash

Episode 34

The Carlsbad or Bust Bash

Jan 4, 1969 · 11 min

And here they are, folks, warming up their cars for the hottest race ever to Carlsbad. Early race favourites include Penelope Pitstop and the Red Max.

About the series

Wacky Races poster
Audience score
★ 7.3 /10

based on 248 votes

Synopsis

Wacky Races is an animated television series produced by Hanna-Barbera that originally aired in 1968. The show is a parody of traditional car races, featuring a variety of eccentric characters and their outlandish vehicles, all racing across different terrains in a madcap competition for first place. The series is centered around a group of 11 racers, each with their own unique vehicle and distinct personality. The main characters include Dick Dastardly and his dog Muttley, who are always trying to cheat and sabotage the other competitors, although they never succeed. Other notable racers include Penelope Pitstop, the glamorous but tough driver; the adventurous Red Max; and the lovable duo, the Slag Brothers, who drive a massive, rock-like car.

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Cast

6 principal cast

John Stephenson

John Stephenson

Blubber Bear (voice)

Paul Winchell

Paul Winchell

Clyde (voice)

Don Messick

Don Messick

Gravel Slag (voice)

Daws Butler

Daws Butler

Big Gruesome (voice)

Janet Waldo

Janet Waldo

Penelope Pitstop (voice)

Dave Willock

Dave Willock

Narrator (voice)

Where to watch Wacky Races

Wacky Races is available to stream on Flicksy via 6 verified sources, aggregated from publicly available embed providers. The family from Joseph Barbera, William Hanna has 1 season and 34 total episodes, rated 7.3/10 by 248 viewers.

Frequently asked

How many seasons does Wacky Races have?

Wacky Races has 1 season with 34 episodes in total.

Is Wacky Races still on the air?

Wacky Races has ended and is no longer in production.

What network airs Wacky Races?

Wacky Races airs on CBS.

When did Wacky Races first air?

Wacky Races first aired on September 14, 1968.

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