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Garfield's Thanksgiving

1989 · 23 min Animation Comedy Family TV Movie
7.0 / 10 · TMDB

On Thanksgiving, according to Garfield, people celebrate food by eating as much of it as possible. It's a tradition! But that tradition is history following a checkup from vet Liz, who says Garfield must go on a diet.

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📋 Film Details

Year 1989
Country United States of America
Genre Animation, Comedy, Family, TV Movie
Director Phil Roman
Runtime 23 min.
Rating TMDB: 7.0/10 (35 votes)

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The special builds its comedy on the stark contrast between Garfield's hedonistic worldview and the grim reality of his mandated diet. It constructs a series of gags around his exaggerated suffering, exploring the universal dread of missing out on a feast. The animation relies on simple, expressive characters to deliver its timeless family humor.

What lingers after the credits is a gentle lesson about moderation, wrapped in warm, nostalgic animation. It's a perfect slice of holiday comfort that never feels preachy. — MovieFinder Editorial

Director: Phil Roman

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