Stories for Kids · QCODE, HTC Productions
by QCODE, HTC Productions
Hank the Cowdog (Matthew McConaughey), the self-declared “Head of Ranch Security,” finds himself smack dab in the middle of a host of tangled mysteries and capers that span the universe of the Texas Panhandle cattle ranch Hank calls home. Hank is joined on these tail-wagging, tongue-slobbering adventures by a motley assemblage of characters, not least of which is his less-than trusty sidekick, Drover, a small but uncourageous mutt. Listen in as Hank the Cowdog always claims to know the answer, is the last to realize he doesn’t, but is the first to run headlong into tales of courage, loyalty, and friendship. Hank the Cowdog podcast stars and is executive produced by Academy Award® winner Matthew McConaughey. Written, directed and executive produced by Jeff Nichols. Also featuring performances by Jesse Plemons, Cynthia Erivo, Kristen Dunst, Leslie Jordan, Joel Edgerton, Scoot McNairy, Michael Shannon, and John R. Erickson. Presented by H-E-B Proudly serving Texans since 1905. @HEB
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I grew up listening to the original Hank the Cowdog on road trips and couldn’t believe it had been redone! It’s better than the original in my opinion because of the mix of character voices and entertaining storytelling. My four year old loves it!!
We absolutely LOVE this podcast. Initially it was hard to listen to Hank as we were used to the original audio book recordings, but we have grown to love this so much! All the characters were cast so well, and the added audio and musical effects really made the story come alive! Please make more!!!!
Can't give this enough stars! Not only did it bring my favorite childhood books back, but I was laughing within the first two minutes! Matthew McConaughey as Hank the Cowdog is absolutely perfect!! Love love - hope more are made!!
Full disclosure - I was raised on Hank the Cowdog. I fell asleep to sound of those audiobooks for years, and I still pull them out frequently. This rendition is so faithful and delightful. Every actor lends a delightful new note to their character and the script is pure, adventurous Hank fun. Matthew McConaughey has an unspeakably funny take on Hank. I especially loved Cynthia Erivo’s performance - and the late, great Leslie Jordan warms my heart with every line. 6/5. On a bonus note - I’ve never seen an HEB in person, let alone stepped foot in one, but I do sing the jingle pretty regularly now.
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