7 out of 10, mainly because the design is excellent, as is the script. For those who have watched and enjoyed the series of 'Sherlock Holmes' movies made from 1939 - 1946 (all starring Basil Rathbone and Nigel Bruce) then this animated short would be a 10/10. Daffy's prickly, know-it-all personality satirizes the Basil Rathbone interpretation of Holmes, and Porky Pig as 'Watkins' does pretty much what Nigel Bruce did in all the films--nothing. Though at one point a frustrated Daffy barks: "All right, Watkins--enough of your bumbling!" which is a reference to how Watson was portrayed as a clueless idiot by Bruce. And as a topper, writer Michael Maltese is able to insert the line "Elementary, my dear Watkins (Watson.)" in a perfect spot.

'Deduce You Say' may not be among the best of Daffy Duck and Porky Pig's cartoons, but it still has many pleasures and as a fan of Sherlock Holmes this reviewer loved its fun and affectionate take on the characters and such.It is agreed that 'Deduce You Say' loses its energy when the Shropshire Slasher shows up, and that the humour lacks the same timing, quality (the antics indeed are very predictable and not as funny as the rest of the cartoon) and bite of the material beforehand. Shropshire Slasher pales in comparison to Daffy and Porky in the humour stakes and is also not as threatening as he could have been, despite being set up so well when off-screen to be so, and while this reviewer had no problem with the animation the design of the Shropshire Slasher is pretty odd.However, while very different to usual Chuck Jones animation standards and more angular (so it is understandable that the animation won't be to everybody's tastes) the animation is mostly very good, with great use of shadings, shadows and shapes, a hauntingly atmospheric noir-ish feel to it which is wholly appropriate for a cartoon putting its spin on Sherlock Holmes. Milt Franklyn has his usual characterful energy and orchestral lushness, while also having a chillingly effective gloominess at particularly the start.Also am in agreement that Michael Maltese's script and the gags are top-notch here. There is some razor-sharp and hilarious writing here for a vast majority of 'Deduce You Say' and the final quip is very funny though not exactly new. The gags are well-animated and imaginative, and there is a great Conan-Doyle-like atmosphere in the story throughout while with shades (as you can guess though this is very atypical Looney Tunes and Chuck Jones, and some may find it somewhat too different) of the loony Looney Tunes style.Pacing for a vast majority of 'Deduce You Say' is vibrant and crisp, if slackening when the villain shows up. Daffy is hilarious in the "Dorlock Holmes" role and Porky is wonderfully reserved as "Watkins". Mel Blanc does a brilliant job with the voices, considering Blanc's outstanding calibre as a voice actor one doesn't expect any less.In conclusion, funny, affectionate and atmospheric. Not a classic, but very good though with a couple of things that bring it down a touch. 8/10 Bethany Cox

Being a big fan of Sherlock Holmes, I was pumped when I saw this cartoon is a parody of him. Daffy Duck is "Dorlock Homes," who recalls one of his cases: "The Case of the Shropshire Slasher." His assistant, "Dr. Watkins," is played by Porky Pig. First off, the drawings of London and its streets are magnificent. Kudos to the artist(s).Unfortunately, the rest of the cartoon didn't live up to that anticipated gem I was expecting. Instead of clever material about a clever detective, it was just stupid with zero cleverness. Basil Rathbone would roll over in his grave watching this, but Nigel Bruce might like it.

This cartoon, while not as funny as Boobs in the Woods, most certainly has its moments. Pay attention to the drink orders in the pub and watch Porky in his scenes. Daffy is even more of a twit here than normal, but that's part of his charm. The cartoon is an affectionate takeoff on the Sherlock Holmes stories with an achingly bad last line. All in all, a very enjoyable effort. Well worth watching, although I'm not sure Sir Arthur or many Baker Street Irregulars would be as amused as I am.