Little Audrey: Santa's Surprise (1947) | Classic Cartoon

🎬 Santa’s Surprise (1947) is a heartwarming Technicolor holiday short produced by Famous Studios, the successors to Fleischer Studios, best known for Popeye the Sailor and Gulliver’s Travels. This film also marks the first appearance of Little Audrey, who would later become one of Famous Studios’ most beloved cartoon stars. 📖 About: On Christmas Eve, a group of curious children from around the world secretly hitch a ride on Santa’s sleigh. When they arrive at the North Pole, they discover that even Santa gets tired after his long night of gift-giving. Determined to give something back, the kids band together to clean, decorate, and surprise Santa with a sparkling Christmas morning of his own. Filled with touching moments, cheerful music, and rich postwar Technicolor animation, Santa’s Surprise captures the warmth and generosity of the holiday spirit — and introduces the playful charm of Little Audrey in her first adventure. 📝 Notes: This short is believed to be in the public domain. Source: Internet Archive. 👨‍👩‍👧 Family Note: This cartoon is family-friendly and perfect for the holiday season. Please note: it is uploaded as “Not made for kids” in accordance with YouTube’s system, but the content is wholesome, festive, and enjoyable for both children and adults. ✨ Uploaded by GoldenAgeClassics Curated by CineGuardian — preserving treasures from the golden age of animation.