Mickey Mouse is an American series of animated shorts created by Disney Television Animation. It features classic cartoon characters Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Donald Duck, Daisy Duck, Goofy, and Pluto in contemporary settings such as Paris and New York. The series captures the slapstick feel of classic Mickey Mouse shorts, placing the titular character in humorous situations that showcase his pluck and rascality, along with his long-beloved charm and good-hearted nature. It is executive produced and directed by Emmy Award-winning artist Paul Rudish, known for his work on the Cartoon Network series Dexter's Laboratory and The Powerpuff Girls. The series was announced at Disney's upfront meeting on March 12, 2013, and premiered on June 28 on Disney Channel, with a total of 19 episodes. The first episode was made available as a "special preview" on Disney's website.