Howard the Duck Pt. 2

What if you were told the first animatronic puppet in a movie was a duck? Welcome to an episode filled with outrageous facts and surprising revelations about the infamous Howard the Duck movie. We'll take you behind the scenes of this notorious cinematic flop, discussing the challenges in creating the pioneering, but problematic, animatronic of Howard. From scenes repeatedly re-shot due to puppet repairs, to crosstalk causing filming woes, the production journey was far from smooth. Hold onto your feathers as we delve into this tumultuous chapter of movie history.Did you know that Robin Williams was originally part of the cast but left due to frustrations in matching his dialogues to a randomly-flapping duck beak? This episode also shines a light on the controversial casting process, including Williams' departure, the difficulties of the costume and the unfortunate fallout for voice actor Chip Zien, who wasn’t even invited to the premiere. We also highlight the marketing blunders that led to the film’s poor reception and share a laugh over other notorious 80s movie mishaps. But it's not all quacks and pratfalls, as we also celebrate the film's rare instances of triumph and innovation. With the comic career of Howard the Duck still going strong and Disney's acquisition of Marvel, the prospect of a new movie isn’t entirely out of the question. We discuss attempts to revive the franchise, including Rob Zombie's pitch for a Howard the Duck movie and Hulu's plan for an animated series. We speculate on what the future might hold for this beloved comic character. Additionally, we offer our insights on the impact of Disney's acquisition of Marvel, and the legacy of Howard the Duck creator Steve Gerber. Whether you're a fan of the original or just curious about the chaos behind its creation, this episode is sure to entertain and enlighten. Feel free to check out our website for links to our YouTube channel and more!https://oftofftopic.com/Our host Nathan also does art in addition to this podcast, including having is own sticker store. Please check it out and purchase anything that strikes your fancy.https://www.etsy.com/shop/stickersbytownsendIf you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate, and review us on your favorite podcast platform. Even if you didn't like the show, please do it, we appreciate it. You can also email us at [email protected] and let us know what you like or don't like, maybe we will even read your email on our show! Thanks for listening and stay tuned for more Oft Off Topic!