Smoked Hams Ending Explained: Wally Walrus is a day sleeper and requires daily rest while his neighbor in the adjacent apartment, Woody Woodpecker, is a night sleeper who does his chores during the day. Directed by Dick Lundy, this 1947 animation film stars Ben Hardaway (Woody Woodpecker (voice)), alongside Jack Mather as Wally Walrus (voice). Rated 7.4/10 by audiences, the conclusion brings the story to a satisfying close.

What Happens at the End of Smoked Hams?

Wally Walrus is a day sleeper and requires daily rest while his neighbor in the adjacent apartment, Woody Woodpecker, is a night sleeper who does his chores during the day. Needless to say, Woody's noisy chores tend to keep the hapless Wally from getting any slumber particularly when he burns his leaves in the backyard, the smoke from the burning pile travelling into Wally's room eventually turning the pipes in his bed into a musical organ! But Wally gets the last laugh...

Dick Lundy's narrative builds toward a resolution centered on Ben Hardaway (Woody Woodpecker (voice))'s journey. Needless to say, Woody's noisy chores tend to keep the hapless Wally from getting any slumber particularly when he burns his leaves in the backyard, the smoke from the burning pile travelling into Wally's room eventually turning the pipes in his bed into a musical organ.

How Does Ben Hardaway (Woody Woodpecker (voice))'s Story End?

  • Ben Hardaway: Ben Hardaway's arc reaches a definitive conclusion by the final act, with Dick Lundy delivering a resolution that feels earned after the film's 0h 7m runtime.
  • Jack Mather (Wally Walrus (voice)): Jack Mather's role in the climax proves pivotal to how the central conflict resolves.

What Does the Ending of Smoked Hams Mean?

The ending of Smoked Hams ties together the narrative threads involving Ben Hardaway. Dick Lundy chooses a conclusion that prioritizes thematic consistency over surprise, resulting in an ending that rewards viewers who engaged with the story's central themes.