Jacques Wren Globwobbler, commonly referred to as J.W., serves as the main antagonist in Tom and Jerry: The Fast and the Furry. He is voiced by John DiMaggio. He is the jolly CEO of Globwobbler Studios, the network of the Fabulous Super Race. But his real occupation is a greedy man whose only concern is the TV ratings, so he keeps having Tom Cat, whose rotten attitude what the audience loves, brought back into the race whenever Tom gets driven off the course, in order to keep his TV ratings up, so he could be rich, save his studio from financial problems, and become Vice President of Hollywood. Before his defeat, he was violently clobbered by Tom and Jerry before being zapped to a pile of dust by the President of Hollywood.
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Bio[]
J.W. is a complex character who embodies the struggle between corporate ambition and ethical responsibility. As the CEO of Globwobbler Studios, he has seen his company face severe financial troubles, prompting him to explore desperate measures to boost ratings and secure his wealth. His ultimate goal is not only to save his studio from financial ruin but also to position himself as the Vice President of Hollywood.
Personality[]
J.W. is characterized by a stark duality. Outwardly, he presents himself as an enthusiastic CEO who seems to genuinely care about the safety and success of his contestants, but this is merely a façade. Beneath this mask lies a ruthless and calculating businessman who is willing to put others in danger to secure higher TV ratings. His obsession with success reveals a deeply ingrained selfishness, prioritizing wealth and recognition over the well-being of those around him.
The film illustrates his manipulative nature as he orchestrates a plan to keep Tom Cat in the race, exploiting the cat's chaotic antics for maximum viewer engagement. J.W. continually disregards the safety of the contestants, treating them as mere pawns in his quest for fame. He finds excitement in the unpredictability of Tom and Jerry’s antics, which he believes will captivate the audience.
As the race progresses, J.W.’s darker motives become increasingly apparent. His desperation to maintain high ratings drives him to make unethical decisions, such as overriding fair competition and fostering dangerous situations. This greedy ambition ultimately leads to his downfall, demonstrating the perilous consequences of prioritizing success over integrity and the well-being of others. His characterization serves as a compelling reflection of the moral dilemmas faced in the entertainment industry, where ambition can overshadow ethics.
Appearance[]
J.W. is a stout middle-aged, balding man with thinning black hair. He is typically dressed in a sharp blue CEO suit, paired with a crisp white shirt and a striking red tie that underscores his corporate status. His appearance often reflects his dual nature—he carries himself with an air of sophistication and confidence, but his demeanor can fluctuate dramatically between polished charm and frantic villainy, especially when his plans are threatened. As the plot progresses, his increasingly frantic expressions and erratic behavior reflect the pressures of his unraveling schemes, adding to his characterization as a villain driven to extremes.
Role in the Film[]
During production of the new season of his latest television extravaganza "The Fabulous Super Race", J.W. learns that his company Globwobbler Studios is running low on money for a whole year, because of Globwobbler's movie studios being shut down due to its movies becoming failures by critics and its TV shows being hits. Hearing the bad news, J.W. is determined to find a solution to the financial crisis.
J.W. is actually first seen in his office at Globwobbler Studios, discussing with Clown-o, one of the studio's entertainers, about struggling ratings that have been plummeting. To revamp the show, he contemplates bringing in a new partner. Clown-o suggests various animals, leading to a comedic reveal where J.W. introduces Mr. Frisky, a bear kept in a small cage. Clown-o’s horror at the bear is brushed aside by J.W., who insists that animals can sense the right vibes and orders Clown-o to greet Mr. Frisky to brainstorm ideas for a new act. Chaos ensues when Mr. Frisky reacts negatively to Clown-o’s presence, chasing him around the studio while J.W. excitedly exclaims that he has found the talent they need to boost ratings. It becomes apparent that J.W. is willing to sacrifice safety and common sense for television excitement. After the comedic chaos involving the bear, J.W. turns his attention to finding one more contestant for The Fabulous Super Race. His assistant, Irving, informs him of the ongoing search (which means the studio's financial problems are getting worse), and J.W. fantasizes about incorporating something wild, unpredictable, and thrilling into the competition.
Tom and Jerry arrive in a typically chaotic fashion, inadvertently finding their way into J.W.'s office. Mistakenly thinking they are simply causing trouble, J.W. becomes intrigued when Irving informs him that they want to enter the Fabulous Super Race. Capitalizing on Tom's notorious antics, J.W. sees them as the perfect contestants to generate the excitement he craves for his show, which is the perfect solution to end the studio's financial crisis for good.
J.W. manipulates the situation to maintain high viewership by using Tom's chaotic nature to his advantage meaning his solution is working very well and the financial crisis is coming to an end. Whenever Tom is driven off-course during the race, J.W. ensures he is brought back to the competition to keep the excitement alive, much to the detriment of the other contestants. His actions highlight his unscrupulous drive for ratings, leading to a series of comedic and dangerous escapades throughout the race.
In a climactic showdown, after a series of manipulative twists, J.W. reveals his true nature and attempts to restart the race despite Tom and Jerry finishing in a tie to put and end to his studio's financial problems for good. This leads to their confrontation, causing his eventual downfall as he is zapped into a pile of dust by the President of Hollywood, illustrating the consequences of his greed and ambition. With the financial crisis solved, the show is a hit and Globewobbler Studios is saved.
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Trivia[]
- J.W. bares a resemblance to Thaddeus Plotz from Animaniacs.
- J.W. and Irving are going to be minor characters in the movie (when they hire Tom and Jerry to the Fabulous Super Race), but in the test screenings, they are so popular in that scene to a lot of Tom and Jerry fans that the directors decide to make them the film's main antagonists and get them more scenes of screen time.