Detective Carlos crossed the border three times that night, but the case was in his own backyard. A lonely dachshund named Weenie, living a life of quiet routine, finds his world upended by the arrival of a rambunctious new neighbor. This 2016 animated short explores the fragile peace of solitude and the chaotic, necessary intrusion of friendship. Through silent comedy and expressive animation, a simple backyard fence becomes the stage for a reluctant, heartwarming connection.
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🔍 Search on JustWatch →Weenie is an acquired taste at 4.1/10. We recommend checking the trailer and synopsis before diving in.
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Released in 2016, this film holds up just as well today. Best for: genre fans and those open to something unconventional.
— MovieFinder Editorial
Greg Lastrapes
Frank (voice)
Scarlet Lastrapes
Timmy (voice)
Carlos Alazraqui
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Eric E. Osmond
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Tara Strong
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Cory Walls
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Jim Ward
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