Babe is a little pig who doesn't quite know his place in the world. With a bunch of odd friends, like Ferdinand the duck who thinks he is a rooster and Fly the dog he calls mum, Babe realises that he has the makings to become the greatest sheep pig of all time, and Farmer Hoggett knows it. With the help of the sheep dogs, Babe learns that a pig can be anything that he wants to be.
Babe, a young pig, is sent to a farming competition to become a sheep pig. With the help of his friends, he overcomes his initial fears and proves that he can do more than just herd sheep. He eventually competes in a national sheepdog trial, winning over the skeptical farmer and the other animals with his courage and determination.
Babe was a critical and commercial success, lauded for its heartwarming story, charming performances (both human and animal), and innovative visual effects that brought the farm animals to life. It earned widespread praise for its universal themes of kindness, acceptance, and following your dreams, resonating with audiences of all ages.
Google audience: Audiences universally loved Babe for its heartwarming story, delightful characters, and positive messages. Many appreciated its gentle humor and the emotional connection it fostered with the farm animals, making it a beloved family film.
Nominated for 7 Academy Awards, including Best Picture and Best Supporting Actor for James Cromwell. Won the Academy Award for Best Original Song Score. Also received a Golden Globe nomination for Best Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy.
The character of Babe was voiced by Christine Cavanaugh, who was chosen for her ability to make the pig sound convincingly young and innocent.
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