Kounty Fair: Oswald the Lucky Rabbit (Lantz, 1930) – Silent

This rare black-and-white archival footage presents "Kounty Fair," a classic silent Oswald the Lucky Rabbit cartoon from January 6, 1930, produced and directed by Walter Lantz for Universal Studios—nearly a century ago—offering a nostalgic laugh for early animation fans. The silent film follows Oswald, the mischievous black rabbit with expressive ears, as he rides merrily on a pony to visit his wife, Ortensia the cat, at her residence. After a brief greeting, the two head to the county fair, intrigued by its games and services. They stop at a hotdog stand run by Pete, where Ortensia grabs a hotdog with her tongue and swallows it, but Oswald, distracted by a tap dancing contest, pulls her away without paying, angering the vendor. Participating in the contest, Oswald and Ortensia showcase their fluent dance moves, winning the trophy after a flawless performance. The cartoon ends with Oswald cuddling and kissing Ortensia affectionately, celebrating their victory. A lively window into early 1930s animation’s golden age, this preserved gem—directed by Lantz, with animation by Bill Nolan—grips cartoon enthusiasts, animation historians, and nostalgic viewers, offering a timeless peek at a fairground comedy frozen in time.