Craving More ‘Zootopia’? These Four Dialogue-Free Chinese Shorts Have You Covered

Didn’t get enough Zootopia at the theater this weekend? Well, we’ve got good news for you: A set of four newly released shorts from China is available on YouTube and offers up an extra helping of the film’s charm and animal-themed hijinks.

Produced in China in collaboration with Disney and the storied Shanghai Animation Film Studio, these shorts give the franchise an aesthetic update by presenting familiar characters through a range of traditional Chinese animation techniques. From handcrafted, stop-motion puppets and backgrounds to elegant brushwork, each short brings a distinct visual identity while maintaining the personality and humor that made Zootopia a global hit, and nowhere bigger than in China.

Not only are the shorts set in the familiar Zootopia universe, but they also share a narrative and chronological continuity, unfolding over a single day in the city, creating a loose narrative thread that doesn’t require dialogue. That means they’re instantly accessible to fans anywhere in the world, with no translations or subtitles necessary.

If your time at the theater over Thanksgiving weekend left you hungry for more Judy, Nick, and the everyday chaos of Zootopia, we’ve got you covered. Check out the four shorts, posted to the Zootopia Archive YouTube channel, below.

A Fur-Tive Exchange

Directed by Wu Wencong, this stop-motion vignette puts the spotlight on Mr. Big as he oversees a clandestine transaction in a quiet, snow-covered setting.

Super-Leopard Delicious

Fan Wen’s ink-wash short follows Officer Clawhauser on a food-focused adventure, rendered in fluid brushstrokes and soft monochrome tones.

Concert Paws

In Liu Hu’s energetic contribution, Duke Weaselton and Finnick team up for a scheme to score coveted tickets to Gazelle’s latest show.

You Ashleep Yet?

Chen Lianhua’s paper-cut animation turns to Bellwether, still behind bars and struggling to get a moment of rest.