The Village Smithy (1936): cast, story & where to watch
1936 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 1936, The Village Smithy is an animation film directed by Tex Avery, running about 8 minutes.
What it’s about. The narrator sets the scene for a warped version of the classic poem, and the hijinks when assistant Porky gives the blacksmith a rubber horseshoe, then a hot horseshoe on the horse's backside by accident.
Who’s in it. The Village Smithy stars Tedd Pierce as Blacksmith (voice), Joe Dougherty as Porky Pig (voice), Tex Avery as Blacksmith (voice) and Earle Hodgins as Narrator (voice), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, The Village Smithy has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Village Smithy page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Village Smithy tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Your Name., Grave of the Fireflies and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Village Smithy (1936)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Village Smithy change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Village Smithy worth watching?
- The Village Smithy holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy animation. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Village Smithy?
- The Village Smithy stars Tedd Pierce, Joe Dougherty, Tex Avery, Earle Hodgins and Joe Twerp.
- When was The Village Smithy released?
- The Village Smithy was released in 1936, with a runtime of about 8 minutes.