The Ugly Duckling

An outcast duckling's search for a family to accept him leads to constant rejection before learning his true identity as a swan.

Directed by Hamilton Luske, Clyde Geronimi, Jack Cutting, The Ugly Duckling leans on a strong ensemble — Clarence Nash — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.

The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about animation titles of 1939.