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.
Release Year
1939
Runtime
9 min
Audience Score
7.0
Genres
Animation, Comedy
Story Snapshot
An outcast duckling's search for a family to accept him leads to constant rejection before learning his true identity as a swan.
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The Ugly Duckling is a uplifting pick with easy complexity, which makes it a strong option when you want something that feels specific instead of generic.
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