Absolutely gorgeous attention to background detail in this short, right down to the chain link fence close up in the intro. This was a common feature in cartoons of the pre-television era, when shorts were shown in cinemas along with a feature film.
Plugs, lures, wigglers and flies, plus live bait, make up Tom's tackle box selection. These are still used present day fisherfolk, and each is used to attract different types of fish.
Has uncredited animation by Pete Burness and Ray Patterson.
The plate held by the toothy fish who plans to eat Jerry contains a lemon wedge and a side of what appears to be tartar sauce. Such condiments are usually served with a seafood or fish meal.