: Jerry constantly proves that intelligence and agility can overcome raw strength.
: The phrase "Tom and Jerry" was actually 19th-century London slang for youngsters engaging in "riotous behavior".
: The series won more Academy Awards than any other character-based theatrical animated series, proving that you don't need a script to tell a winning story.
: In rare instances, Tom has been known to say "Is you is, or is you ain't my baby?" or "Don't you believe it!" during more surreal sequences. Popular Modern "Text" & Quotes
: No matter how many times Tom fails or Jerry gets cornered, they never give up.
While Tom and Jerry are famous for their silent slapstick comedy, the "text" associated with them—from rare dialogue to modern memes and life lessons—reveals a much deeper story. The Hidden Dialogue
: Tom’s iconic "YEOW!!" and the world-famous "AAAAAAAAAAAAAAHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!" are as recognizable as any spoken line.
Though they rarely speak to keep the show universal and cost-effective, they occasionally break their silence: