Ferdinand the Bull
"Ferdinand only wants to stop and smell the flowers."
Originally released in 1938. Ferdinand the Bull is a animation/comedy film. directed by Dick Rickard. At just 8 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Milt Kahl, Don Wilson, and Walt Disney
Synopsis
This Oscar-winning short tells of a bull who preferred to sit under trees and smell flowers to clashing horns with his fellow animals. As luck would have it, an untimely bee reveals Ferdinand's ferocious side via pained howls and wild stomping. This lands him in the bull-fighting arena amidst characters based on Walt's animators with a matador reportedly modeled after Walt himself.
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 23, 1938
87 years ago
Runtime
0h 8m
8 minutes total
User Rating
6.7/10
Good (204 votes)
Budget
$66.3K
Production budget
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $66,260
Production Companies
- Walt Disney Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ferdinand the Bull about?
This Oscar-winning short tells of a bull who preferred to sit under trees and smell flowers to clashing horns with his fellow animals. As luck would have it, an untimely bee reveals Ferdinand's fer...
Who directed Ferdinand the Bull?
Ferdinand the Bull was directed by Dick Rickard.
How long is Ferdinand the Bull?
Ferdinand the Bull has a runtime of 0 hours and 8 minutes (8 minutes total).
When was Ferdinand the Bull released?
Ferdinand the Bull was released on November 23, 1938 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Ferdinand the Bull?
The main cast of Ferdinand the Bull includes Milt Kahl, Don Wilson, Walt Disney.
Is Ferdinand the Bull worth watching?
Ferdinand the Bull has a user rating of 6.7/10 based on 204 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.