Willie's World: From Flames to Fame

The night Willie Nelson ran into a fire and walked out with his future...

  • Animated character in a suit standing next to a red truck and 'Texas' sign in a desert setting.
  • Figure standing in a doorway with a fiery foreground

The episode was created using an old-school, analog production process, including stop-motion animation with handcrafted claymation, practical effects on stunning 16mm film, and an original music score composed specifically for the short. 


The imperfections, textures, and handmade materials seen on screen mirror the same values that guide Willie and Willie’s Remedy. honest storytelling made by real people, about real moments that still matter.

Here’s a look behind the scenes. You know, just in case you’re into that kind of thing....