Magoo Makes News Ending Explained: What Happened and Why?
Complete breakdown of the climax, final twists, and spoilers for Magoo Makes News.
Magoo Makes News Ending Explained: Magoo misreads a newspaper flyer thinking it is a letter from his power company saying they are shutting off his power. Directed by Pete Burness, this 1955 family film stars Jim Backus (Mr. Magoo), alongside Jerry Hausner as Waldo. With a 6.5/10 rating, the ending has divided audiences.
What Happens at the End of Magoo Makes News?
Mr. Magoo misreads a newspaper flyer thinking it is a letter from his power company saying they are shutting off his power. Outraged, Magoo heads for the power company intent on giving them a piece of his mind. However, instead of going to the power company, he goes to a newspaper printing officer by mistake getting tangled up in the machinery all the while thinking he is being given "the bum's rush". He returns to his house with the power back on thinking he has won. But the next day, he doesn't like the paper's editorial and heads to the newspaper office wanting to give them a piece of his mind!
Pete Burness's narrative builds toward a resolution centered on Jim Backus (Mr. Magoo)'s journey. Outraged, Magoo heads for the power company intent on giving them a piece of his mind.
How Does Jim Backus (Mr. Magoo)'s Story End?
- Jim Backus: Jim Backus's storyline wraps up in the final act, though some viewers have found the resolution more ambiguous than expected.
- Jerry Hausner (Waldo): Jerry Hausner's role in the climax proves pivotal to how the central conflict resolves.
What Does the Ending of Magoo Makes News Mean?
Magoo Makes News's ending attempts to resolve the major plot threads, though some narrative elements involving Jim Backus may feel rushed. Pete Burness's final act has been both praised for its ambition and criticized for its execution.