The Adventures of the American Rabbit

The Adventures of the American Rabbit

Year: 1986

Runtime: 85 mins

Language: English

Director: Nobutaka Nishizawa

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Music, fun and excitement with the reluctant Super-Hero and his friends. To fight evil, a young rabbit can transform into a star spangled superhero.

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Location

New York City, Golden Gate Bridge, Grand Canyon, New Orleans, Statue of Liberty, Niagara Falls

The Adventures of the American Rabbit unfolds across a cross-country landscape of iconic American settings. Scenes move from bustling city streets to dramatic natural wonders, with the Grand Canyon serving as a hidden lair and the Golden Gate Bridge and Statue of Liberty anchoring key moments. These locations provide more than scenery; they test Rob's resolve and amplify the stakes of his battle against the Jackals.

🗺️ Multisite 🗽 Iconic locations

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Main Characters – The Adventures of the American Rabbit (1986)

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Rob / American Rabbit (Barry Gordon)

A curious, energetic rabbit who discovers he can transform into the American Rabbit by sprinting and speaking his name. He wrestles with keeping his powers secret while stepping up as a protector for his friends and city. His journey is defined by growth, resilience, and a desire to do the right thing despite fear of failure.

🦊 Hero 🧬 Identity 🧭 Responsibility

Bunny O'Hare (Laurie O'Brien)

A brave, resourceful rabbit who runs Panda Monium with Teddy and becomes Rob's ally. She leads community action against intimidation and helps organize the march that defies the Jackals. She represents loyalty, courage, and the power of teamwork.

🐰 Ally 🎶 Performer 💪 Leader

Teddy (Pat Fraley)

Owner of Panda Monium and a steady, optimistic ally who backs Rob and Bunny. He acts as a catalyst for the group’s plans to rebuild after the gang's disruption and organizes the cross-country tour to raise funds. He embodies entrepreneurial spirit and communal resilience.

🐼 Club Owner 🎷 Music 🗺️ Organizer

Vultor / Walt (voice) (Kenneth Mars)

The polished, menacing head of the Jackals whose plan hinges on fear and control. He manipulates a doomsday scheme centered on dynamite at the Statue of Liberty and uses his power to subjugate the city. His downfall comes from overreaching and underestimating the protagonist.

🗡 Villain 🧭 Manipulation 💣 Threat

Ping Pong (Lorenzo Music)

A gorilla who is kidnapped by the Jackals to force Rob’s hand. Loyal to friends rather than mobsters, he becomes a symbol of resilience and a partner in the effort to thwart the gang’s schemes. His rescue accelerates the cross-country mission.

🦍 Ally 🧩 Loyalty 🛡️ Strength

Rob's Mother (Russi Taylor)

A loving, protective mother who helps root Rob's personal stakes in family and home. Her presence grounds Rob’s journey and reinforces the consequences of his actions on loved ones. She embodies nurture and encouragement.

👩‍👧 Family 🧡 Nurture 🕊️ Support

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Major Themes – The Adventures of the American Rabbit (1986)

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🛡️ Heroism

Rob’s transformation into the American Rabbit embodies the burden and duty of true heroism. His powers grant him the ability to protect friends and strangers, demanding sacrifice and resilience in the face of organized danger. The narrative emphasizes courage in peril and the perseverance required to safeguard a city.

🧭 Identity

Rob grapples with a secret superhero persona versus his ordinary life, creating internal tension and questions about authenticity. The dual identity drives choices about how to act in public and when to reveal his true self. The story explores what it means to be oneself under pressure.

💥 Resistance

The Jackals’ scheme to seize power tests community unity and institutional integrity. Teddy, Bunny, and Rob mobilize people to resist intimidation, highlighting collective action and solidarity. The climax centers on defiance against tyranny and the resilience of ordinary citizens.

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