Song of the South

Seven-year-old Johnny arrives at his grandmother's plantation in Georgia with his parents, John Sr. and Sally. Excited for what he believes to be a vacation, he soon learns that his parents will be living apart as his father returns to his editorial job in Atlanta.

Feeling distraught about being separated from his father for the first time, Johnny decides to leave the plantation. Under the cover of darkness, he sets off for Atlanta, believing he can reunite with his father.

While sneaking away, Johnny hears Uncle Remus telling stories around a fire and is drawn to the gathering. He hides behind a tree, captivated by Remus's storytelling but is soon spotted and befriended by the old man.

Uncle Remus takes Johnny back to his cabin and comforts him with food and stories. He tells Johnny about Br'er Rabbit, who cleverly escapes from a trap, which inspires Johnny to reconsider leaving the plantation.

Johnny forms friendships with Toby, a local boy, and Ginny, a girl from a neighboring poor white family. Despite the camaraderie, they encounter conflict with Ginny's older brothers, Joe and Jake, who bully them.

After receiving a puppy from Ginny, Johnny faces challenges when her brothers threaten to drown the dog. He confides in Uncle Remus about his troubles, who offers a fable about Br'er Rabbit to impart wisdom.

Following Uncle Remus's teachings, Johnny tries to keep the puppy a secret from the Favers brothers, but they reveal it to their mother, leading to trouble for both Johnny and Uncle Remus. This incident escalates tensions.

On Johnny's birthday, he invites Ginny to his party, but her brothers bully them, causing Ginny to end up in a mud puddle. Upset over the situation, Johnny stands up to Joe and Jake, leading to a heated confrontation.

After being scolded by Sally for telling stories to Johnny, Uncle Remus decides to leave the plantation. Johnny and Ginny, feeling dejected, encounter Uncle Remus leaving, which prompts them to seek comfort from him.

In a desperate attempt to stop Uncle Remus from leaving, Johnny rushes after him but is tragically gored by a bull. This incident sends him into a critical condition where he hovers between life and death.

While Johnny is gravely injured, his father returns and reconciles with Sally. This emotional reunion occurs just as Johnny calls out for Uncle Remus, showcasing the deep bond he has formed with the storyteller.

As Uncle Remus recounts a tale of Br'er Rabbit, Johnny miraculously wakes up and begins to recover. This magical moment signifies the power of storytelling and the bond between characters.

Once Johnny heals, he, Ginny, and Toby joyfully skip along singing 'Zip-a-Dee-Doo-Dah' with Johnny's puppy in tow. Their happiness signifies a return to innocence and friendship amid the challenges they faced.

The film concludes with Uncle Remus joyfully engaging with children as Br'er Rabbit and other characters from his tales come to life. This blending of reality and storytelling highlights the enchanting power of imagination.