Screenplay: Esopo

Direction Wilfred Jackson

Synopsis The Tortoise and the Hare (S) (1935) presents a classic tale inspired by Aesop's fable, where the swift hare discovers the value of perseverance and consistency. In this animated short, the hare, known for his speed, challenges the tortoise to...

Direction Wilfred Jackson

Synopsis The Country Cousin (S) (1936) follows the journey of Abner, a naive young man from a small town, who receives an invitation from his cousin Monty to trade his humble life in Podunk for the bustling excitement of the big...

Direction Wilfred Jackson

Synopsis The Grasshopper and the Ants (S) (1934) presents a whimsical take on the classic fable where a carefree grasshopper spends his days playing his fiddle and enjoying life, while diligent ants busily gather food for the upcoming winter. The grasshopper's...

Direction Kurt Weiler

Direction Howard E. Baker · Arish Fyzee

Synopsis Tortoise vs. Hare (2008) jumps ahead 15 years from the classic tale, showcasing an enduring feud between the tortoise and the hare. Eager for a do-over, Murray Hare (Jay Leno) and his reluctant son Butch (Drake Bell) issue a challenge...

Direction Fernando Trueba

Cast Óscar Ladoire · Antonio Resines

Synopsis El león enamorado (S) (1979) is a captivating film inspired by a letter published in the Spanish newspaper "El País" on March 8, 1979, penned by Stanley Burda. The movie draws from the fable "The Lion in Love" by Esopus...

Direction Friz Freleng

Synopsis Porky's Bear Facts (S) (1941) follows the industrious Porky Pig as he diligently tends to his farm throughout the year. Meanwhile, on an adjacent farm, a bear takes a laid-back approach, allowing his animals to be equally lackadaisical. When winter...

Direction Eiji Okabe

Synopsis Aesop's Fables (TV Series) (1983) is a captivating animated series that spans 52 episodes. The story revolves around Aesop, a mischievous young boy who unexpectedly finds himself transported to a magical realm inhabited by fantastical creatures, including fairies and talking...

Direction Zlatko Bourek

Direction Bob Clampett · Tex Avery

Synopsis Tortoise Wins by a Hare (S) (1943) presents a humorous twist on the classic fable. In this animated short, Bugs Bunny takes on Cecil Turtle in a high-stakes race, but with a twist. Bugs, known for his speed, decides to...

Direction Evelyn Lambart

Synopsis The Town Mouse and the Country Mouse (S) (1980) presents a charming adaptation of an Aesop fable, focusing on the contrasting lives of two mice. The narrative explores the differences between a simple, peaceful existence and a luxurious, yet perilous...

Direction Evelyn Lambart

Synopsis The Lion and the Mouse (S) (1976) is an animated short film directed by Evelyn Lambart, which brings to life the classic Aesop's fable "The Lion and the Mouse." The story unfolds as a tiny mouse demonstrates to a powerful...

Direction Norio Hikone

Synopsis Manga Aesop Monogatari Movie (1983) is a feature-length film that brings together a collection of animated stories inspired by the classic tales from "Aesop's Fables." This compilation movie showcases a variety of moral lessons and engaging narratives, making it a...

Direction Gabriel Ibáñez · Jaime de Armiñán · Pilar Miró

Cast Fernando Fernán Gómez · Antonio Ferrandis · Onofre Fraile · Mónica Randall

Direction Gyula Macskássy