The Dragon Slayer (1956): cast, story & where to watch

Released in 1956, The Dragon Slayer is an animation film directed by Bill Melendez, running about 19 minutes.

What it’s about. The Dragon Slayer is an animated cartoon in Technicolor., and is the first film of Peanuts director Bill Melendez. It was commissione by Du Pont to explain its security plan to company employees. The story revolves around Sir Evans, a knight of old, who goes forth to battle the menacing dragons. Only through the protection of armor made for him by his trusty squire, D.I.R.P. can he slay the dragons without being singed by their fiery blasts. But knights in legends aren't the only ones to fear dragons. Most of us, like Ed Blevins, hero of this tale, have the modern-day dragons of insecurity to reckon with. But Ed, like Sir Evans, also has the protection of D.I.R.P., in this case the Du Pont Industrial Relations Plans, which are outstanding examples of how a company helps its employees help themselves.

Who’s in it. The Dragon Slayer stars Marvin Miller as Narrator.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Dragon Slayer page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Dragon Slayer tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Your Name., Grave of the Fireflies and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.