Andy Panda is swabbing the deck of his ship when he comes across a stubborn pelican who refuses to move. When Andy finally does rid himself of the pesky bird, it turns out that particular pelican was an expecting mother whose offspring has now hatched. Feeling bad, Andy does his best to care for the young hatchling.
Walter Tetley
Andy Panda (voice) (uncredited)
Playful Pelican is a animation, comedy, family film released in 1948 exploring themes of pelican, cartoon bird, cartoon panda. Directed by Dick Lundy, it stars Walter Tetley. Andy Panda is swabbing the deck of his ship when he comes across a stubborn pelican who refuses to move. When Andy finally does rid himself of the pesky bird, it turns out that particular pelican was an expecting mother whose offspring has now hatched. Feeling bad, Andy does his best to care for the young hatchling.
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