The Sneezing Weasel Ending Explained: What Happened and Why?
Complete breakdown of the climax, final twists, and spoilers for The Sneezing Weasel.
The Sneezing Weasel Ending Explained: When Mama hen takes her chicks out to get breakfast, little Wilbur is soaked in a sudden rainstorm and comes down with a head cold. Directed by Tex Avery, this 1938 animation film stars Tex Avery (Weasel (voice) (uncredited)), alongside Bernice Hansen as Wilbur (voice) (uncredited), Sara Berner as Mama Hen (voice) (uncredited). With a 6.8/10 rating, the ending has divided audiences.
What Happens at the End of The Sneezing Weasel?
When Mama hen takes her chicks out to get breakfast, little Wilbur is soaked in a sudden rainstorm and comes down with a head cold. Mama puts him to bed, then goes back out to get the doctor. A conniving weasel, seeing Mama leave, disguises himself as a doctor and comes calling on the unattended chicks.
Tex Avery's narrative builds toward a resolution centered on Tex Avery (Weasel (voice) (uncredited))'s journey. Mama puts him to bed, then goes back out to get the doctor.
How Does Tex Avery (Weasel (voice) (uncredited))'s Story End?
- Tex Avery: Tex Avery's storyline wraps up in the final act, though some viewers have found the resolution more ambiguous than expected.
- Bernice Hansen (Wilbur (voice) (uncredited)): Bernice Hansen's role in the climax proves pivotal to how the central conflict resolves.
- Sara Berner (Mama Hen (voice) (uncredited)): Sara Berner's character undergoes a significant shift in the final act.
What Does the Ending of The Sneezing Weasel Mean?
The Sneezing Weasel's ending attempts to resolve the major plot threads, though some narrative elements involving Tex Avery may feel rushed. Tex Avery's final act has been both praised for its ambition and criticized for its execution.