#6: Felix the Cat
Between 1953 and 1961, Felix the Cat starred in a beloved series produced on a modest budget of $10,000 per episode. Originating in the silent film era, this black-and-white feline became an emblematic figure, rivaling the fame of real movie stars.
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Born in 1919 amid the silent film age, Felix the Cat first appeared in comic shorts before transitioning to comic strips in 1923, sparking an early trend in merchandise with Felix dolls. However, Mickey Mouse’s rise marked the decline of Felix’s spotlight despite its valiant effort against Disney’s financial power.