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: A Grand Day Out
Episode Number: 8
Season: 1
Year: 2002
Episode Duration: ~5 minutes
Language: English Dub
Animation Style: Stop-motion
Country: Belgium
🎬 Episode Summary
In Episode 8 – A Grand Day Out, Cowboy, Indian, and Horse plan a fun day trip outside the town. Their adventure quickly turns chaotic as every attempt to enjoy themselves ends in slapstick disaster. From runaway vehicles to accidental explosions, the episode perfectly demonstrates the series’ signature surreal humor, chaotic storytelling, and inventive toy-based animation.
👥 Main Characters Featured
Cowboy – Adventurous but reckless instigator
Indian – Tries to manage the mayhem
Horse – The responsible one, constantly cleaning up disasters
🏭 Production & Credits
Creators: Stéphane Aubier, Vincent Patar
Production Companies: La Parti, Pic Pic André
Original Broadcaster: Canal+ Belgique
International Distribution: Aardman Animations (English Dub)
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