Terrytoons was an American animation studio in New Rochelle, New York, that produced animated cartoons for theatrical release from 1929 to 1973. Terrytoons was founded by Paul Terry, Frank Moser, and Joseph Coffman, and operated out of the "K" Building in downtown New Rochelle. The studio created many cartoon characters including Fanny Zilch, Mighty Mouse, Heckle and Jeckle, Gandy Goose, Sourpuss, Dinky Duck, Little Roquefort, the Terry Bears, Dimwit, and Luno; Terry's pre-existing character Farmer Al Falfa was also featured often in the series.
Farmer Al Falfa in "River of Doubt" (1927)
"Toyland" produced by Frank Moser and Paul Terry-Toons ad from The Film Daily, 1932
Paul Terry-toons ad in The Film Daily, 1932
Terry-Toons Comics #61 (Oct. 1947). Cover artist unknown.
New Rochelle is a city in Westchester County, New York, United States. It's a suburb of New York City, located approximately 17 miles (27 km) from Midtown Manhattan. In 2020, the city had a population of 79,726, making it the 7th-largest city and 22nd-most populous municipality in New York. Some residents refer to the city as New Ro. A well-known destination within New Rochelle is "New Roc City," which has restaurants and entertainment venues.
New Roc City and New Rochelle police station
Statue of Jacob Leisler
Members of the New York National Guard distribute groceries in New Rochelle on March 18, 2020
Overlooking Davids Island