Million Dollar Cat

"The Million Dollar Cat" is a classic animated short film featuring the iconic character Tom, from the Tom and Jerry cartoon series, created by William Hanna and Joseph Barbera. The cartoon was released in 1944 by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer (MGM). In this particular episode, Tom inherits a million dollars from his wealthy owner, which makes him the target of Jerry's envy. However, as Tom revels in his newfound wealth, he discovers that every time he injures himself, he ends up losing a part of his fortune due to a clause in the will. This leads to a series of humorous and slapstick scenarios where Tom's attempts to preserve his wealth become increasingly desperate and futile, with Jerry frequently outsmarting him. Ultimately, the story highlights the classic comedic rivalry between the hapless cat, Tom, and the cunning mouse, Jerry, with a humorous twist involving wealth and misfortune.