Babe 1995

In the unlikeliest of circumstances, a humble piglet named Babe finds himself at the center of attention as a participant in a county fair’s “guess the weight” contest. Chosen by Arthur Hoggett (character not specified), Babe is welcomed into the Hoggetts’ home and farm, where he quickly becomes fast friends with Fly, a wise and gentle Border Collie, and her mate Rex. However, Babe’s newfound companions are not without their quirks - in particular, a clever duck named Ferdinand, who has a peculiar obsession with crowing like a rooster every morning to avoid becoming someone’s dinner.

As Babe navigates his new surroundings, he finds himself drawn into a series of misadventures orchestrated by the cunning Ferdinand. Their antics often result in chaos, much to the dismay of Duchess, the Hoggetts’ dignified feline resident, who is not amused by the destruction that ensues. In one such instance, Babe and his feathered friend inadvertently awaken the sleeping Duchess, leading to a trail of mayhem throughout the house. It becomes clear to everyone involved that Rex has had enough of Ferdinand’s shenanigans and sternly warns Babe to stay away from the troublesome duck.

As Christmas approaches, tensions rise as Fly’s adorable puppies are put up for sale, leaving Babe feeling anxious about his own place in the Hoggetts’ lives. His concerns are momentarily alleviated when Arthur remarks that Babe might just bring home a prize-winning ham at next year’s county fair - but this fleeting reprieve is short-lived. On Christmas Day, Babe proves himself to be a valuable member of the farm by alerting Arthur to a group of sheep rustlers making off with some of their prized livestock.

The Hoggetts’ relatives visit on Christmas Day, and Babe narrowly avoids being selected as the main course for the festive feast when a duck is chosen instead. The next day, Babe’s impressive herding skills come to light as he successfully sorts the hens into separate groups by color. This newfound talent catches Arthur’s attention, leading him to take Babe out to the fields where he puts his unique abilities to work. Encouraged by an elder ewe named Maa, the sheep respond positively to Babe’s gentle guidance - a feat that does not sit well with Rex, who sees it as an affront to the dignity of sheepdogs everywhere.

Rex’s disapproval boils over into a vicious fight with Fly, which leaves her injured and Hoggett with a painful bite on his hand. As punishment for his actions, Rex is forced to spend some time in isolation, muzzled and sedated - leaving Babe to take charge of the sheep-herding duties.

One fateful morning, Babe awakens to the pained bleats of the sheep as three canines mercilessly attack them. Though he manages to chase the aggressors away, his dear friend Maa succumbs to her mortal wounds and passes on. Hoggett arrives at the scene, convinced that Babe is responsible for her demise, and prepares to exact justice in the form of a deadly shot. Meanwhile, Fly takes it upon herself to unravel the truth behind the tragic event, conversing with the sheep to gather crucial information. As the truth emerges, she resorts to distraction tactics, diverting Hoggett’s attention just long enough for Esme to interject and shift the focus onto the growing threat of feral dogs terrorizing neighboring farms.

In the aftermath of Maa’s passing, Hoggett enrolls Babe in a local sheep-herding competition, hoping to channel his grief into something positive. However, as rain pounds against the windows on the eve of the big event, Hoggett allows Babe and Fly to take shelter within the farmhouse. Unfortunately, Duchess exacts her revenge upon Babe by revealing the unsettling truth that humans consume pigs, sending him fleeing in distress. He seeks solace from Fly in the barn, where she confirms his worst fears. The next morning, a somber Fly discovers that Babe has made a break for it and alerts Hoggett and Rex to join the search. It is Rex who ultimately tracks Babe down at the local cemetery, reuniting him with Hoggett.

Though initially hesitant to return to his usual routine, Babe’s spirits are lifted when Hoggett showers him with affection, singing “If I Had Words” and performing a joyful jig. This tender display of devotion revives Babe’s faith in their bond, and he begins to regain his appetite. At the competition, Babe is introduced to the flock he will be working with, but they remain aloof, ignoring his attempts at communication. As Hoggett faces ridicule from the judges and jeers from the crowd for employing a pig instead of a dog, Rex takes matters into his own paws, racing back to the farm to confer with the sheep. They impart a secret password, extracted only after Rex promises to treat them better henceforth. With this newfound knowledge, Rex returns just in time to convey the password to Babe, and the flock responds with unwavering obedience.

As the crowd erupts in applause, Babe is awarded the highest score, his triumphant performance culminating in a heartwarming moment of recognition from Hoggett. As they sit together, Hoggett praises Babe with the familiar phrase, “That’ll do, Pig. That’ll do,” acknowledging his remarkable achievement and the unbreakable bond between them.