I Wanna Be a Sailor (1937)

In the lively world of avian chatter, young Peter Parrot wrestles with a dream that contradicts family norms. Instead of repeating the familiar phrase, "Polly want a cracker," Peter yearns for something more adventurous. He dreams of the salty sea air, the wind in his feathers, and a life on the high seas, just like his father. His mother, however, paints a different picture of his father's seafaring life, revealing him to be a wandering soul who set sail for exotic destinations shortly after his offspring hatched, leaving them behind. Undeterred by his mother's warnings, Peter's desire to become a sailor only intensifies. He makes an impulsive decision to run away from home, fueled by his yearning for the ocean. With no more than a barrel transformed into a makeshift boat and an overly chatty duckling as his enthusiastic crew, Peter embarks on his journey, navigating the restless waters of a local lake. Soon, they find themselves caught in the violent embrace of a thunderstorm. While the duckling revels in the chaos, Peter realizes the harsh realities of his dream. As he calls out for help, his mother rushes to his aid, but it's his unlikely friend, the duckling, who proves to be his savior. However, even after this unsettling ordeal, Peter's resolve remains unbroken; his dream to be a sailor remains as strong as ever, promising a tale of courage, friendship, and the pursuit of dreams.

I Wanna Be a Sailor is an animation movie featuring Elvia Allman.

I Wanna Be a Sailor is currently streaming on Classix.