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Monkey Cartoon Picture

By Hannah Walker
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When it comes to animation and humor, one subject that always makes people smile is our distant, furry cousin, the monkey.

Monkeys, with their mischievous antics and charming antics, have been a favorite subject in cartoons throughout history.

Historic Monkeys in Cartoons

The earliest monkey character to gain widespread fame was probably the mischievous organ grinder's monkey from the classic silent films of the early 20th century.

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a cartoon monkey with big eyes and one hand up in the air while standing on its hind legs
a cartoon monkey with big eyes and one hand up in the air while standing on its hind legs
a cartoon monkey wearing a yellow shirt with his hands up in the air and smiling
a cartoon monkey wearing a yellow shirt with his hands up in the air and smiling
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The Early 20th Century: Silent Films

In the early 1900s, the organ grinder's monkey was a staple character in silent films. It was often depicted as mischievous but loveable, stealing food or causing chaos, but always with a twinkle in its eye.

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a monkey with a banana on its back
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The 1930s: Warner Bros.' Stop-Motion Pioneers

In the 1930s, Warner Bros. introduced one of the most iconic monkey characters of all time, the wise-cracking Copa de Cognac drinking, cigarette-smoking "Hey Good Lookin'" gorilla, with their groundbreaking stop-motion animation.

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a watercolor drawing of a monkey sitting down
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a black and white drawing of a monkey sticking its tongue out
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a cartoon monkey with big eyes sitting on the ground
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Iconic Monkey Cartoon Characters from the Golden Age to Today

From the Golden Age of animation to today, many memorable monkey characters have emerged.

1930s-1950s: The Marvelous Misadventures of Monkey Chaser

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The 1930s and 1940s: Popular Monkey Cartoons

The 1930s and 1940s saw the rise of many popular monkey cartoon characters. One of the most notable was the title character of the "Terrytoons" shorts, "Monkey Chaser." This lovable simian was known for his bold adventures and quick wit.

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The 1950s and 1960s: Davey's G-nu

In the 1950s and 1960s, Hanna-Barbera introduced the talking chimpanzee "G-nu" in their primetime television show "The淦nny G-noshow." G-nu, a sidekick to the eponymous boy adventurer, was famous for his clever one-liners, making him a beloved figure with kids and adults alike.

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Today, monkey cartoon characters continue to delight and amuse. From the scheming Skipper in "Moléon: King of the Apes" to the witty mortgage-wielding Tiny's Planet's "Janet," monkeys remain a constant in our animation。

Monkeys' agility, intelligence, and playful nature have made them a favorite subject in cartoon illustration. Their expressive faces and dynamic movements make them a natural choice for animation. There’s no need to say goodbye to our furry friends - expect to see more monkey business in the world of animation for years to come. What’s your favorite monkey cartoon character? Go ahead and share in the comments!

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