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1. Once Upon a Studio (2023)

G | 9 min | Animation, Short, Comedy

An all-star ensemble of beloved characters from Walt Disney Animation Studios come together for a joyful, entertaining and emotional reunion as they assemble for a spectacular group photo to mark Disney's 100th anniversary.

Directors: Dan Abraham, Trent Correy | Stars: Scott Adsit, Stan Alexander, Stephen J. Anderson, Tony Anselmo

Votes: 6,766

2. Tall Tale (1995)

PG | 96 min | Adventure, Family, Fantasy

A young boy's imagination summons cowboy legend Pecos Bill, who helps him save the family farm from a greedy land-grabber. With the help of a lumberjack and a railroad worker, they all embark on a surprise-filled adventure.

Director: Jeremiah S. Chechik | Stars: Patrick Swayze, Oliver Platt, Roger Aaron Brown, Nick Stahl

Votes: 4,269 | Gross: $8.25M

3. John Henry (2000)

G | 10 min | Animation, Short, Drama

Disney's retelling of the legend of John Henry, the steel-driving man.

Director: Mark Henn | Stars: Alfre Woodard, Geoffrey Jones, Tim Hodge, Dave Murray

Votes: 1,882

4. American Legends (2001 Video)

Not Rated | 57 min | Animation, Family, Fantasy

Consists of new narration by James Earl Jones, which is interspersed with the Disney shorts John Henry (2000), Johnny Appleseed (1948), Paul Bunyan (1958), and The Brave Engineer (1950).

Directors: Lara Shapiro, Mark Henn, Wilfred Jackson, Jack Kinney | Stars: James Earl Jones, Alfre Woodard, Geoffrey Jones, Tim Hodge

Votes: 431

5. John Henry and the Inky-Poo (1946)

7 min | Animation, Short

John Henry springs to life as a full-grown man, and in no time at all establishes himself as the mightiest steel-driver around. When a newfangled steel-driving machine threatens his livelihood, he sets out to beat it in a one-on-one race.

Director: George Pal | Stars: Rex Ingram, Lillian Randolph

Votes: 298

6. The Legend of John Henry (1974)

11 min | Animation, Short, Family

The folk legend of John Henry, and his contest with a steam engine to cut a railroad tunnel through a mountain, is told in song by Roberta Flack.

Director: Sam Weiss | Star: Roberta Flack

Votes: 103

7. The Ballad of Letter Foldin' Joe (2010)

5 min | Short, Comedy

Letter Foldin' Joe is the best employee in his dreadful corporate office. Joe has a special gift, and that's to fold letters faster than anyone had ever seen or known before. When Joe ... See full summary »

Director: Zachary Guerra | Stars: Trevor Black, Billy Concha, Davonna Dehay, Hrach Gabrielyan

8. Tall Tales & Legends (1985–1988)
Episode: John Henry (1986)

Comedy, Drama, Family

The story follow legendary railroad worker John Henry during the late 19th century.

Director: Ray Danton | Stars: Danny Glover, Tom Hulce, Lynn Whitfield, Barry Corbin

Votes: 50

9. Superman & Lois (2021–2024)
Episode: Waiting for Superman (2022)

TV-PG | Action, Adventure, Drama

Chrissy Beppo, with the authorization of the Department of Defense, has a message for the people of Smallville, not only is the merging of planets real, it is happening.

Director: Gregory Smith | Stars: Tyler Hoechlin, Elizabeth Tulloch, Jordan Elsass, Alex Garfin

Votes: 1,158