Battling Bosko

Bosko is a brave little boxer who battles the champion, Gas House Harry. The enormous brute proves a bit much, even for a plucky underdog. Some of the animation is later reused in "Bosko's Parlor Pranks" by M.G.M. in 1934.

Cast

Rochelle Hudson

as Honey (voice) (uncredited)

Johnny Murray

as Bosko (voice) (uncredited)

No One

as White Dog

Reviews

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