April 15, 1950 –
The Merrie Melodies short, The Hypo-Chondri-Cat, directed by Chuck Jones and starring Hubie and Bertie and Claude Cat, debuted on this date.
Hubie and Bertie are relatively minor characters of the Looney Tunes series, appearing in seven short films between 1943 and 1951. Their distinguishing trait in the cast is that they typically diagnose a mental illness or a lack of experience in other characters, then mercilessly exploit these weaknesses for their own advantage or to sadistically enjoy the anguish of their victims. Hubie is typically the mastermind of the duo, while Bertie eagerly follows instructions because he finds the intended results of their plans to be funny.
The Haus of Dcaligari 