All Together (Cartoon, 1942)

All Together, a 1942 animated short produced by Walt Disney Studios for the National Film Board of Canada:
Released on January 13, 1942, this 3-minute wartime propaganda cartoon was designed to boost the sale of Canadian war bonds during World War II. It’s a simple, patriotic piece featuring a parade of familiar Disney characters rallying for the cause. The short opens with a lively march as Pinocchio, Figaro, and Geppetto lead the way, followed by a banner-carrying Mickey Mouse, Donald Duck, and Pluto. The Seven Dwarfs—Doc, Grumpy, Happy, Sleepy, Bashful, Sneezy, and Dopey—join in, toting signs and instruments, while the Three Little Pigs (Practical, Fifer, and Fiddler) bring up the rear with their own enthusiastic flair.
The animation is straightforward but vibrant, with a red-white-and-blue color scheme dominating the scene to hammer home the patriotic vibe. The characters don’t speak much; instead, the focus is on their collective energy and the message splashed across banners and signs: “All Together—Buy War Savings Certificates!” Donald Duck, true to form, adds a bit of comic relief by stumbling with his drum, while Pluto yaps and bounds alongside Mickey. The music is a jaunty, upbeat march that keeps the pace brisk and the mood urgent.
There’s no real plot—just a cheerful procession through a stylized town, ending with a call to action for viewers to pitch in and support the war effort financially. It’s less about storytelling and more about rallying the audience, reflecting its purpose as a quick, effective propaganda tool. The Disney charm shines through in the expressive character designs and fluid movement, even in its brevity.