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The Pig Who Cried Werewolf 2011

★ 6.177 votes6 min📅 2011-10-04

Director Gary Trousdale (known for his work on beloved animated classics) delivers a playful twist on the classic fairy tale with *The Pig Who Cried Werewolf (2011)*, a six-minute animated comedy-horror short that packs big laughs and suspense into its brief runtime.

Director: Gary Trousdale

Cast

Sean Bishop
Sean Bishop
Heimlich / Dieter / Chef (voice)
Cody Cameron
Cody Cameron
Horst (voice)
Aron Warner
Aron Warner
Wolf (voice)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Pig Who Cried Werewolf (2011) about?

This animated short reimagines the classic Three Little Pigs tale by introducing a werewolf into the mix. Heimlich, the anxious pig, tries to warn his brothers about the danger next door, but they brush off his fears—until it's nearly too late. The film turns into a frantic chase as the pigs realize Heimlich might have been right all along.

Who directed The Pig Who Cried Werewolf?

The short film was directed by Gary Trousdale, a veteran animator best known for his work on Disney classics like *Beauty and the Beast* and *The Hunchback of Notre Dame*.

Who stars in The Pig Who Cried Werewolf?

The main cast includes Sean Bishop as Heimlich, Cody Cameron as Horst, and Aron Warner as Dieter, with the Big Bad Wolf rounding out the ensemble.

Is The Pig Who Cried Werewolf (2011) worth watching?

As a six-minute animated short, it's a fun, clever take on classic fairy tales with a mix of humor and mild suspense. While it won't win awards for depth, its pacing and meta-twist make it a worthwhile watch for animation fans looking for something quick and entertaining.

How long is The Pig Who Cried Werewolf?

The runtime for *The Pig Who Cried Werewolf (2011)* is six minutes.

About The Pig Who Cried Werewolf (2011) — A Spoofy, Suspenseful Twist on the Three Little Pigs

Director Gary Trousdale (known for his work on beloved animated classics) delivers a playful twist on the classic fairy tale with *The Pig Who Cried Werewolf (2011)*, a six-minute animated comedy-horror short that packs big laughs and suspense into its brief runtime. Heimlich, the ever-paranoid member of the famous Three Little Pigs, spots a sinister neighbor moving in next door: the legendary Big Bad Wolf. While his skeptical brothers Horst and Dieter dismiss Heimlich's warnings as another one of his conspiracy theories, the wolf's presence soon proves too real to ignore. With its blend of cartoonish humor and eerie atmosphere, this short film subverts expectations, turning a lighthearted nursery rhyme into a quick yet thrilling chase for survival.

Set against a cozy yet ominous backdrop, *The Pig Who Cried Werewolf (2011)* explores themes of trust, paranoia, and the chaos that ensues when skepticism meets genuine danger. The film's fast-paced storytelling and expressive animation style make it a standout in the animation-comedy-horror genre, appealing to fans of meta-humor and classic cartoon mischief alike.