A Town Called Panic (Panique au village) is a Belgian stop-motion animated series created by Stéphane Aubier and Vincent Patar in 2002. Known for its chaotic, absurd humor, short episodes, and unique toy-figure animation, the series appeals to teens, adults, and general audiences while remaining visually kid-friendly.
📺 Episode Information
Episode Title: The Easy Chair
Episode Number: 3
Season: 1
Year: 2002
Episode Duration: ~5 minutes
Language: English Dub
Animation Style: Stop-motion
Country: Belgium
🎬 Episode Summary
In Episode 3 – The Easy Chair, Cowboy tinkers with Horse’s multifunctional recliner chair, setting off a chain of bizarre and hilarious events. The chair unpredictably changes shape and motion, sending Cowboy flying through the room while Indian and Horse try to contain the chaos. The episode highlights the series’ signature slapstick humor, exaggerated cartoon physics, and surreal visual comedy.
👥 Main Characters Featured
Cowboy – Impulsive, reckless, and the primary source of chaos
Indian – Loyal friend trying to manage disasters
Horse – Sensible yet overworked problem-solver
🏭 Production & Credits
Creators: Stéphane Aubier, Vincent Patar
Production Companies: La Parti, Pic Pic André
Original Broadcaster: Canal+ Belgique
International Distribution: Aardman Animations (English Dub)
A Town Called Panic later inspired a 2009 feature film, several TV specials, and short films, building a cult international following for its unique stop-motion artistry and surreal storytelling.
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