Mutt (G.I. Joe)
Encyclopedia
Mutt is a fictional character from the G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero
toyline, comic books and cartoon series. He is the G.I. Joe Team's dog handler (K-9
), and debuted in 1984.
.
Mutt is a natural with animals; he likes them, and they like him. Unfortunately, he is known to get along better with dogs than he does with humans. Mutt graduated from Jungle Warfare Training School. He was attached to a cadre to the Special Ops School and as an adviser to the Security and Enforcement Committee. Mutt is a qualified expert with the M-16
, M-14
, M1911A1 Auto Pistol, and MAC-11
.
The figure was repainted and released as part of the Slaughter's Marauders line in 1989.
A new version of Mutt & Junkyard was released as an action figure in 1992, as part of the DEF (Drug Elimination Force) line. The figure was repainted and released as part of the Battle Corps line in 1993. This version was repainted and rereleased a third time as part of the G.I. Joe Collector's Convention in 2004.
In 2004, Mutt and Junkyard were released as part of a Toys R Us exclusive "Anti-Venom Task Force" 6-pack. The story behind the Anti-Venom Task Force, is that they are G.I. Joe's response to Doctor Mindbender
and Cobra Commander
turning civilians into dangerous monsters.
Mutt & Junkyard were released as part of the DTC in 2005. This version is the only Mutt figure to not have facial hair.
Mutt & Jumkyard were released as part of the 25th anniversary line in 2008.
G.I. Joe series, he first appeared in G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero #25 (July 1984). In issue #26, Mutt, Torpedo
, and Tripwire
chase after Firefly
and Wild Weasel
when they try to escape. The two are captured and the Joe trio then have to deal with Cobra high command. There are running firefights and prisoners taken and lost. Eventually the Joe trio safely make it back to the Joe vessel 'The Jane'.
He is featured in issues #140-142. Mutt, Junkyard and Spirit
fight Cobra forces, including many Alley-Vipers
, in Millville. The two had traveled there to visit Mutt's family and friends and were on hand to fight a Cobra take over. Though he Joes start a mini-resistance movement and fight back, the Cobra's use of adjustable brainwashing allow them to escape attention for some time. Spirit and Mutt are severely discredited. The two are later exonerated in court.
Mutt and Junkyard later work with the K9 MP team of Law and Order
to provide perimeter security for the current Joe base.
, Alpine
, and Rock'N'Roll. They were visiting with Alpine in his new home of Delhi Hills. A few clues lead to the four Joes uncovering a massive Cobra outpost underneath the very bar they are drinking at. With the assistance of the others and Junkyard Junior, the Cobras are forced to flee town. Again, other Joes finds no evidence of Cobra activity; it is the veteran status of the four that keep them from real trouble. Confirmation comes much later when an anonymous tip leads Joes to uncover more Cobra influence in Delhi Hills.
Mutt is injured when Cobra officers invade 'The Coffin', G.I. Joe's Maximum Security prison. Junkyard Jr. is shown standing over him when Storm Shadow
stops to check on the situation.
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In the episode 'Cobra Claws Are Coming To Town', Mutt reveals his parents neglected him during the holiday season.
cartoon.
G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero
G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero is a military-themed line of action figures and toys in Hasbro's G.I. Joe franchise. The toyline lasted from 1982 to 1994, producing well over 500 figures and 250 vehicles and playsets. The line reappeared in 1997 and has continued in one form or another to the...
toyline, comic books and cartoon series. He is the G.I. Joe Team's dog handler (K-9
Police dog
A police dog, often referred to as a "K-9 dog" in some areas , is a dog that is trained specifically to assist police and other law-enforcement personnel in their work...
), and debuted in 1984.
Profile
His real name is Stanley R. Perlmutter, and his rank is that of Army Specialist SP-4 (E-4). Mutt was born in Iselin, New JerseyIselin, New Jersey
Iselin is a census-designated place and unincorporated area within Woodbridge Township, in Middlesex County, New Jersey, United States. As of the United States 2000 Census, the CDP population was 16,698.-Geography:...
.
Mutt is a natural with animals; he likes them, and they like him. Unfortunately, he is known to get along better with dogs than he does with humans. Mutt graduated from Jungle Warfare Training School. He was attached to a cadre to the Special Ops School and as an adviser to the Security and Enforcement Committee. Mutt is a qualified expert with the M-16
M16 rifle
The M16 is the United States military designation for the AR-15 rifle adapted for both semi-automatic and full-automatic fire. Colt purchased the rights to the AR-15 from ArmaLite, and currently uses that designation only for semi-automatic versions of the rifle. The M16 fires the 5.56×45mm NATO...
, M-14
M14 rifle
The M14 rifle, formally the United States Rifle, 7.62 mm, M14, is an American selective fire automatic rifle firing 7.62x51mm NATO ammunition. It was the standard issue U.S. rifle from 1959 to 1970. The M14 was used for U.S...
, M1911A1 Auto Pistol, and MAC-11
MAC-11
The Ingram MAC-11 is a machine pistol developed by American gun designer Gordon Ingram at the Military Armament Corporation during the 1970s...
.
Toys
Mutt, with his dog Junkyard, was first released as an action figure in 1984.The figure was repainted and released as part of the Slaughter's Marauders line in 1989.
A new version of Mutt & Junkyard was released as an action figure in 1992, as part of the DEF (Drug Elimination Force) line. The figure was repainted and released as part of the Battle Corps line in 1993. This version was repainted and rereleased a third time as part of the G.I. Joe Collector's Convention in 2004.
In 2004, Mutt and Junkyard were released as part of a Toys R Us exclusive "Anti-Venom Task Force" 6-pack. The story behind the Anti-Venom Task Force, is that they are G.I. Joe's response to Doctor Mindbender
Doctor Mindbender
Dr. Mindbender is a fictional character from the 1980s G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero toyline, comics, and animated series. He is a scientist who works for the fictional terrorist organization Cobra.-Profile:...
and Cobra Commander
Cobra Commander
Cobra Commander is a fictional character from the G.I. Joe franchise. He appears in the toyline, animated series , comic books, video games, and movie as the usual principal antagonist. He is the supreme leader of the terrorist organization Cobra, and archnemesis of the Joes...
turning civilians into dangerous monsters.
Mutt & Junkyard were released as part of the DTC in 2005. This version is the only Mutt figure to not have facial hair.
Mutt & Jumkyard were released as part of the 25th anniversary line in 2008.
Marvel Comics
In the Marvel ComicsMarvel Comics
Marvel Worldwide, Inc., commonly referred to as Marvel Comics and formerly Marvel Publishing, Inc. and Marvel Comics Group, is an American company that publishes comic books and related media...
G.I. Joe series, he first appeared in G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero #25 (July 1984). In issue #26, Mutt, Torpedo
Torpedo (G.I. Joe)
Torpedo is a fictional character from the G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero toyline, comic books and cartoon series of the 1980s. He is the G.I. Joe team's original SEAL and debuted in 1983.-Profile:...
, and Tripwire
Tripwire (G.I. Joe)
Tripwire is a fictional character from G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero, a line of military-themed toys created by Hasbro. He appeared as a minor character in both the comic books and the animated series.-Fictional character biography:...
chase after Firefly
Firefly (G.I. Joe)
Firefly is a fictional character in the G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero universe. He is a mercenary who works for the Cobra Organization as a saboteur.-Profile:...
and Wild Weasel
Wild Weasel (G.I. Joe)
Wild Weasel is a fictional character appearing in the G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero series and comic-books. He is a member of Cobra and pilot of the Cobra Rattler...
when they try to escape. The two are captured and the Joe trio then have to deal with Cobra high command. There are running firefights and prisoners taken and lost. Eventually the Joe trio safely make it back to the Joe vessel 'The Jane'.
He is featured in issues #140-142. Mutt, Junkyard and Spirit
Spirit (G.I. Joe)
Spirit, sometimes called Spirit Iron-Knife, is a fictional character from G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero, a line of military-themed toys. He appears in the animated series, comic books published by Marvel Comics and Devil's Due Productions, toy line and movie....
fight Cobra forces, including many Alley-Vipers
Alley Viper
Alley Vipers are part of the G.I. Joe action figure line produced by Hasbro. They have appeared in the related comic books produced by Marvel Comics and Devil's Due. Alley Vipers are fictional soldiers in the Cobra Organization. They specialize in urban combat and SWAT tactics.- Action Figure :The...
, in Millville. The two had traveled there to visit Mutt's family and friends and were on hand to fight a Cobra take over. Though he Joes start a mini-resistance movement and fight back, the Cobra's use of adjustable brainwashing allow them to escape attention for some time. Spirit and Mutt are severely discredited. The two are later exonerated in court.
Mutt and Junkyard later work with the K9 MP team of Law and Order
Law & Order (G.I. Joe)
Law & Order are characters from the G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero toyline, comic books and cartoon series of the 1980s. They are the G.I. Joe team's M.P. and K-9 and debuted in 1987.-Profile:...
to provide perimeter security for the current Joe base.
Devil's Due
In the Devil's Due G.I. Joe series he shows up in issue #14. It is revealed Junkyard had died during the seven years the team was disbanded. Mutt is working now with Junkyard's son. He had just been redrawn into the Joe team again; he is a week away from being assigned to one of their secondary bases. Mutt meets up with BazookaBazooka (G.I. Joe)
Bazooka is a fictional character from the G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero toyline, comic books and cartoon series. He is the G.I. Joe Team's missile specialist and debuted in 1985.-Profile:...
, Alpine
Alpine (G.I. Joe)
Alpine is a fictional character from the G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero toyline, comic books and cartoon series. He is the G.I. Joe Team's mountain trooper and debuted in 1985.-Profile:...
, and Rock'N'Roll. They were visiting with Alpine in his new home of Delhi Hills. A few clues lead to the four Joes uncovering a massive Cobra outpost underneath the very bar they are drinking at. With the assistance of the others and Junkyard Junior, the Cobras are forced to flee town. Again, other Joes finds no evidence of Cobra activity; it is the veteran status of the four that keep them from real trouble. Confirmation comes much later when an anonymous tip leads Joes to uncover more Cobra influence in Delhi Hills.
Mutt is injured when Cobra officers invade 'The Coffin', G.I. Joe's Maximum Security prison. Junkyard Jr. is shown standing over him when Storm Shadow
Storm Shadow (G.I. Joe)
Storm Shadow is a fictional character from the G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero comic book series and television shows. The character is best known for his history with fellow ninja Snake Eyes...
stops to check on the situation.
Sunbow
Mutt first appeared in the Sunbow G.I. Joe cartoon in the Revenge of Cobra mini-series. Mutt was voiced by Bill Morey, while Junkyard's vocal effects are provided by Frank WelkerFrank Welker
Franklin Wendell "Frank" Welker is an American actor who specializes in voice acting and has contributed character voices and other vocal effects to American television and motion pictures.-Acting career:...
.
In the episode 'Cobra Claws Are Coming To Town', Mutt reveals his parents neglected him during the holiday season.
DiC
Mutt appears in the DiC G.I. JoeG.I. Joe: A Real American Hero (1989 TV series)
G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero is a half-hour American animated television series based on the successful toyline from Hasbro and the comic book series from Marvel Comics. The series was produced by DIC Entertainment and ran from 1989 to 1991....
cartoon.
Popular culture
- Mutt (alongside his dog Junkyard) appeared in the Robot ChickenRobot ChickenRobot Chicken is an American stop motion animated television series created and executive produced by Seth Green and Matthew Senreich along with co-head writers Douglas Goldstein and Tom Root. Green provides many voices for the show...
episode "The Ramblings of Maurice" with Mutt voiced by Seth GreenSeth GreenSeth Benjamin Green is an American actor, comedian, voice actor, and television producer. He is well known for his role as Daniel "Oz" Osbourne in Buffy the Vampire Slayer, as Dr. Evil's son Scott in the Austin Powers series of comedy films, Mitch Miller in That '70s Show, and the voice of Chris...
and Junkyard's vocal effects provided by Tom KaneTom KaneTom Kane is a prominent American voice actor with over 25 years of experience. He is most widely known for his animation work...
. After Junkyard died from eating a chocolate statue dedicated to RoadblockRoadblock (G.I. Joe)Roadblock is a character from Hasbro's G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero series of toys, comics and cartoons. He is one of the most prominent African-Americans in the series. His primary function in G.I. Joe is as a heavy machine gunner and a secondary function as a cook.-Fictional character...
, Mutt alongside the rest of G.I. Joe honor Junkyard at the funeral where his body is shot into the ocean. In a post-credits scene, Mutt explains that dogs should not eat chocolate due to the toxic substance theobromineTheobromineTheobromine , also known as xantheose, is a bitter alkaloid of the cacao plant, with the chemical formula C7H8N4O2. It is found in chocolate, as well as in a number of other foods, including the leaves of the tea plant, and the kola nut...
in it that causes theobromine poisoningTheobromine poisoningTheobromine poisoning or chocolate poisoning is an adverse reaction to the alkaloid theobromine, found in chocolate, tea, cola beverages, açaí berries, and some other foods. Cacao beans contain about 1.2% theobromine by weight, while processed chocolate, in general, has smaller amounts...
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Other works
Mutt and Junkyard are examined in relation to how G.I. Joe episodes relate to modern day culture and marketing.External links
- Mutt at JMM's G.I. Joe Comics Home Page