It’s recently come to light on several animation forums that the recently-released Tom and Jerry: The Spotlight Collection DVD set has at least 3 censored cartoons contained on it – the Golden Age Cartoons Forum has a more detailed thread about it. Upon inquiry, Warner Bros. and animation historian Jerry Beck were sincerely taken by surprise, and Beck posted a full explanation on the Animation Show Forum. Wondering what to do if you’ve already purchased the set? Never fear – a mail-in replacement plan is on the way! Earlier today he posted an addendum on the same forum, stating “I do not know what the plan is for uncut T&J dvds in the stores, but that won’t be decided until replacement discs are created and the replacement plan is in effect. Step one is to make good to all the fans who have already supported this dvd by purchasing the set. Sit back, relax, and wait for the information. It may take several weeks. You might as well enjoy the other features on [the] Tom and Jerry Spotlight Collection while you’re at it.”
Tom & Jerry DVD set censored?!