Aesop's Fable: The First Flying Fish movie poster

Aesop's Fable: The First Flying Fish

March 5, 1955 0h 6m

Originally released in 1955. Aesop's Fable: The First Flying Fish is a animation film. directed by Connie Rasinski. At just 6 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Synopsis

According to Aesop, Philip, a little fish who lives at the bottom of the sea with his dogfish, catfish, shark and other classmates in the school of fish, desires to become the first flying fish. His horrified friends ostracize him for his strange wish, but he practices until he is able to fly, but the birds flee in terror at the sight of a flying fish. When a pelican invades the ocean-bottom and proceeds to scoop up Phillip's ex-playmates in his large bill, Philip takes to the air and drives off the villainous bird. Philip is now a hero and the fish establish a flying school in his honor...according to Aesop Terrytoon.

Quick Facts

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Release Date March 5, 1955 70 years ago
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Runtime 0h 6m 6 minutes total
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Terrytoons

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Aesop's Fable: The First Flying Fish about?

According to Aesop, Philip, a little fish who lives at the bottom of the sea with his dogfish, catfish, shark and other classmates in the school of fish, desires to become the first flying fish. Hi...

Who directed Aesop's Fable: The First Flying Fish?

Aesop's Fable: The First Flying Fish was directed by Connie Rasinski.

How long is Aesop's Fable: The First Flying Fish?

Aesop's Fable: The First Flying Fish has a runtime of 0 hours and 6 minutes (6 minutes total).

When was Aesop's Fable: The First Flying Fish released?

Aesop's Fable: The First Flying Fish was released on March 5, 1955 in theaters.