Seal
Seal Who Escaped from the Circus
A seal who escaped from the circus and becomes friends with Jerry. One of the animals appearing in the Tom and Jerry world.
Trivia
- The seal spinning on Tom's nose is a remnant from its circus days.
- The episode of escaping the circus is symbolic as the beginning of friendship.
- In the Tom and Jerry world, the seal is a rare marine animal character.
- Official dubbing voice actor information in Japan is not public.
Alternate names
Seal
Seal Who Escaped from the Circus
Jerry's Friend
Profile
- Species
- Seal
Appearance
- Overall appearance
- Has the physique of a seal, with a characteristic nose and whiskers. Since it escaped from the circus, it sometimes performs tricks.
- Distinguishing features
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- Spinning Tom around on its nose
- Whiskers unique to seals
- Round body
Personality and abilities
- Core personality
- Friendly
- Detailed personality
- Gentle and approachable, in a cooperative relationship as Jerry's good friend. Occasionally recalls and performs circus acts.
- Keywords
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- Loyal to friends
- Curious
- Cooperative
- Cheerful
- Playful
- Talents
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- Trick of spinning on Tom's nose
- Ability to catch fish
- Circus acts
- Motivation
- To live freely and protect important friends
- Favorite foods
- Fish
- Hobbies
- Performing tricks
- Favorite places
- Circus, Seaside
History
- Backstory
- Belonged to a circus but escaped seeking freedom. Later meets Jerry and develops a friendship. Has a rival or adversarial relationship with Tom.
- Work title
- Tom and Jerry
- Media type
- Anime
Escape from the Circus
- Significant event
- Escape from the Circus
- Description
- Escaped the circus's restraints and started a free life.
Friendship with Jerry
- Significant event
- Friendship with Jerry
- Description
- Happened to meet Jerry and became friends.
Conflict with Tom
- Significant event
- Conflict with Tom
- Description
- Often antagonizes Tom, and sometimes cooperates with Jerry to outsmart Tom.
Relationships
Jerry
Best friend
Right after escaping the circus, met Jerry, which became the trigger for becoming friends.
Media appearances
Tom and Jerry
Anime / Supporting
1940 - Appears in current TV series and shorts
Tom and Jerry
Movie / Supporting
2021 theatrical release
Voice cast and creators
William Hanna
- Creator name
- William Hanna
- Role
- Original author
Joseph Barbera
- Creator name
- Joseph Barbera
- Role
- Original author
Warner Bros.
- Creator name
- Warner Bros.
- Role
- Licensee