Movies by Mark Evanier

We Need a Blockbuster, Charlie Brown

We Need a Blockbuster, Charlie Brown

A documentary short detailing the making of the classic cartoon "It's the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown," and the particular pressure the creative team felt after the massive success of its former creation, "A Charlie Brown Christmas."

Behind the Tunes:  Once Upon A Looney Tune

Behind the Tunes: Once Upon A Looney Tune

A look at the fairy tale-based Looney Tunes and Merrie Melodies cartoons, starring characters like Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck, Sylvester, Tweety, Elmer Fudd, and more.

Jack Kirby: Story Teller

Jack Kirby: Story Teller

A documentary on the life of Jack Kirby, co-creator of Captain America, The Fantastic Four, Iron Man, Thor, The Avengers, The Hulk, The X-Men and the New Gods, among other classic comic book superheroes.

Ghost Empire: The Forgotten Story of Harvey Comics

Ghost Empire: The Forgotten Story of Harvey Comics

For half a century Harvey Comics characters ruled newsstands, television screens, and the imaginations of children across the United States. While the names Casper the Friendly Ghost, Richie Rich, Little Audrey, Dick Tracy, and The Green Hornet live on, Harvey Comics has been largely forgotten. This film will bring together stories from family members, artists, historians, and celebrities to reveal the untold story of a company that changed comic books and pop culture forever.

Popcorn and Jellybeans: Making a Thanksgiving Classic

Popcorn and Jellybeans: Making a Thanksgiving Classic

Documentary on the making of the Peanuts Thanksgiving special.

Behind the Tunes: Drawn to Life - The Art of Robert McKimson

Behind the Tunes: Drawn to Life - The Art of Robert McKimson

A look at the career of Warner Bros. animator and director Robert McKimson