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Revisiting The New Woody Woodpecker Show: Classic Chaos, Missed Potential, and One Tex Avery Gem Fox Kids’ The New Woody Woodpecker Show tried to revive a chaotic legend—and came surprisingly close. In this deep dive, we examine the show’s third episode, which aired May 22, 1999, and take a closer look at what worked, what didn’t, and why Woody is such a difficult character to root for. In this Pick of the Week, Jess breaks down both of Woody’s featured shorts in the episode—“Temper, Temper” and “Crash Course”—and how they channel the spirit of the 1940s Woody while struggling under mediocre animation and a character that’s frankly hard to like. But in a bizarre twist, this episode also includes Tex Avery’s classic short “Rockabye Point” starring Chilly Willy, and it absolutely steals the show. Exploring Tex Avery’s Legacy We explore the animation legacy of Tex Avery, the brilliance of Mike Maltese, and the short’s lasting emotional punch—all in contrast to the uneven modern revival. Whether you’re nostalgic for Fox Kids or curious about lost animation gems, this one’s for you. Let us know in the comments: Did you watch Woody on Fox Kids? And what’s your favorite classic cartoon revival? A full transcript follows the video. Revisiting Classic Cartoons Through Fox Kids Fox Kids Club The post Revisiting The New Woody Woodpecker Show: Classic Chaos, Missed Potential, and One Tex Avery Gem first appeared on popgeeks.com. http://dlvr.it/TKsY2d