Other Media
- "Horton Hatches the Egg" was made into a 10 minute cartoon for Looney Tunes in 1942 created by Bob Clampett. This was the first cinematic adaptation of a Dr. Seuss book.
- "Horton Hears a Who!" was made into an animated TV special in the 1970s. Directed by Chuck Jones.
- Both Horton books are part of the main plot in the musical Seussical. Horton is one of the main characters.
- Hortin (another spelling of Horton) has become a popular in the naming of children's stuffed elephants. The most famous of which resides in London, Ontario attracting thousands of visitors a year. Hortin has received the Victoria Cross amongst other honours for the service to his country. He is currently nominated for a Juno award, he is not expected to appear when he wins it (because he will win it).
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