The Exterminator Ending Explained: Gandy Goose, now in the pest-extermination business takes the job of ridding his friend's house of mice. Directed by Eddie Donnelly, this 1945 animation film stars Dayton Allen (Radio Announcer / Narrator (voice)), alongside Arthur Kay as Gandy Goose / Sourpuss (voice). With a 10/10 audience rating, the ending has been widely praised.

What Happens at the End of The Exterminator?

Gandy Goose, now in the pest-extermination business takes the job of ridding his friend's house of mice. Everything he tries backfires on him and the goosey one is soon gone and the mice are still playing.

Eddie Donnelly's narrative builds toward a resolution centered on Dayton Allen (Radio Announcer / Narrator (voice))'s journey. Everything he tries backfires on him and the goosey one is soon gone and the mice are still playing.

How Does Dayton Allen (Radio Announcer / Narrator (voice))'s Story End?

  • Dayton Allen: Dayton Allen's arc reaches a definitive conclusion by the final act, with Eddie Donnelly delivering a resolution that feels earned after the film's 0h 6m runtime.
  • Arthur Kay (Gandy Goose / Sourpuss (voice)): Arthur Kay's role in the climax proves pivotal to how the central conflict resolves.

What Does the Ending of The Exterminator Mean?

The Exterminator concludes with Eddie Donnelly reinforcing the animation themes established throughout the film. The final moments with Dayton Allen leave a lasting impression — the ending is both a resolution and a statement about the story's central questions.