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 Card Thieves
Episode Number: 16
Season: 1
Year: 2002
Episode Duration: ~5 minutes
Language: English Dub
Animation Style: Stop-motion
Country: Belgium
🎬 Episode Summary
In Episode 16 – The Card Thieves, the town’s playing cards mysteriously disappear. Cowboy, Indian, and Horse attempt to catch the mischievous thieves, but their chaotic pursuit leads to a series of slapstick disasters, hilarious misunderstandings, and absurd situations. The episode showcases the series’ signature surreal humor, fast-paced slapstick, and inventive toy-based stop-motion animation.
👥 Main Characters Featured
Cowboy – Takes charge of catching the thieves
Indian – Tries to organize the search
Horse – Responsible character cleaning up after chaos
🏭 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 inspired a feature film (2009) and multiple TV specials, celebrated internationally for its inventive stop-motion artistry and absurd comedy style.
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