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: Jeanine and Steven’s Vacation
Episode Number: 19
Season: 1
Year: 2002
Episode Duration: ~5 minutes
Language: English Dub
Animation Style: Stop-motion
Country: Belgium
🎬 Episode Summary
In Episode 19 – Jeanine and Steven’s Vacation, Jeanine and Steven plan a relaxing holiday, but Cowboy, Indian, and Horse inevitably turn it into chaotic fun. From runaway carts to accidental explosions, the vacation quickly becomes a hilarious slapstick disaster. The episode highlights the series’ signature surreal humor, fast-paced slapstick, and creative toy-based stop-motion animation.
👥 Main Characters Featured
Cowboy – Mischievous instigator adding chaos
Indian – Tries to maintain order
Horse – Responsible character cleaning up disasters
Jeanine & Steven – Town residents whose vacation goes hilariously wrong
🏭 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 worldwide for its inventive stop-motion artistry and absurdist comedy style.
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