Runt (2024) Movie Script
Thanks, Sylvia.
Good luck with the casserole.
Family!
Hello!
Hi, Mabel.
Oi!
You bloody mutt!
That little runt's
nicked me snaggers!
I know that dog.
He's been in me bins!
You're mine!
Gonna get ya!
Come back!
Morning, ladies!
- Dawn.
- Kay.
I'll get you!
Busy day!
Yes.
Come here, mutt!
Agh! Come here!
Gotcha!
Runt!
Hello.
Don't you have anyone
to look after you?
You look hungry.
You should come back tomorrow.
Look. I have something for you.
Eat up. It's all for you.
You like that, don't you?
Hm.
Do you want to
come home with me?
Shearer!
Vapour rises
way up into the sky,
then it collects
and condenses into clouds,
and when it gets too heavy,
it falls back down as rain.
Not in Upson Downs it doesn't.
It hasn't rained in 375 days.
My mum reckons if the drought
goes on any longer,
we might have to sell our farm.
It's awful.
I'm only allowed
to wash my hair once a month!
What do you mean
you 'wash your hair'?
Annie Shearer?
Annie Shearer?
Hey...!
Annie! Annie!
Again? This is the third time
this month!
It's an emergency.
Can't be helped!
It's you who can't be helped,
Bryan Shearer.
You've been disrupting
my classroom
since you were in short pants.
Sorry, Mrs Formsby.
I have to go fix something.
It's alright, sweetheart.
I'll see you Monday.
Buckle up.
Sorry I had to
pull you out early again.
It's fine. We were
learning about storms.
Oh, yeah?
We could use a few of those.
You know, your Grandpa Wally,
he was studying them
at one point.
Had some wacky, woolly
scheme he cooked up
about trying to make
his own rain clouds.
Really?
Yeah, I could never
make sense of it.
He had a lot of wild ideas,
as you know.
Righto. Let's get
the star of the show!
Come on, Runt. In ya get.
It's always worth a shot.
That dog's not gonna listen
to you, Bryan, ya peanut!
Go get Annie!
I'm here, Grandma Dolly!
Oh, so you are!
They haven't gotten out again,
have they?
Yeah, 'fraid so.
Come on, you two.
Quick, outta sight!
Quick.
Come on, Runt.
Unbelievable.
Quick. Let's get to Earl's.
Earl!
So, so sorry.
Oh, you didn't have to get
all dressed up for me, mate.
Mr Shearer,
your sheep have again
committed criminal trespass.
You have precisely ten minutes
to herd them off my property,
or they will be seized
under provision
of the Ovine Charter.
Oh, the Ovine Charter.
Absolutely, mate.
Um... let's go inside and
have a chat about it, shall we?
You presume to invite yourself
into my house?
You Shearers are incorrigible!
I don't really know what
that means, but thank you.
Look, here's the issue--
It's just that Runt won't move
if someone other than me
is here, Mr Robert-Barren!
He won't run
if you're watching.
He really won't listen
to anyone but Annie.
Believe me, mate,
I've... I've tried everything.
Ready?
Come on, Runt!
Hup, hup! Get 'em, go!
Weave, weave, weave, weave!
Go, go, go, go, go, go, go!
Get up, Runt!
Get 'em up, Runt!
Hold up!
Good job, Runt!
Just under a minute to spare.
They are quite the team.
Mr Shearer.
The next time your sheep
enter my property,
I will be issuing
a writ of ownership.
Not that I particularly
desire them.
Your father would be ashamed
of their condition.
Still, it seems the whole town
is in a decline these days.
Oh, that's right, Earl.
Some of us are in decline.
It might have something to do
with the fact that you
stole our water.
Stolen?
What's on my property
is mine to keep.
A man has a right
to put a dam on his own land.
I have always acted in
strict accordance with the law.
And what happens downstream
is not my concern.
You are welcome to bring action
should you consider otherwise.
Ah.
As you know,
my father tried that for years,
but you delayed and adjourned
and used every dirty trick you
could till we ran out of money.
Mr Shearer,
if your financial position
is dire...
...I am willing
to make a very fair offer
on your little property.
G'day, viewers!
It's Mental Max here
from 'To The Max',
bringing you
another awesome stunt
from Upson Downs, Down Under.
Today I'm taking it up
a few notches.
This one's called
'Rings Of Fire'.
I'm gonna light up the tyres
of my bike,
fang it up that ramp there,
do a wicked flip over the fence
and stick the landing.
Got my 25th subscriber
during the week,
so, pretty happy with that.
Remember to chuck us a like
and a comment.
Let's get on with it!
Max!
- Max!
- It's okay, Mum, I'm fine!
- Put it out!
- Whoa!
- Put it out!
- Oh!
Max, put it out! Come here!
Max!
My pants are on fire! Oh! Argh!
Are they my sunglasses?
Who wants
some Humble Pie?
It's canned asparagus,
kidney beans,
Brussels sprouts
and chicken surprise.
- I got it all on special.
- Smells delicious.
Really good.
What do you think, Annie?
Tastes a bit...
awful.
Oh. That's okay, sweetheart.
Just have as much as you can.
Mmm!
It's probably gonna mean
my most viral video ever.
Got my 25th subscriber
during the week,
so, pretty happy with that.
Remember to chuck us
a like and a comment.
Even if we tighten
our belts another notch,
I just don't know how
we're gonna make it
through another summer.
The overdraft
on the overdraft is killin' us.
I know you don't want to,
but I think if Robert-Barren
is offering a good price...
- No.
- ...we could...
No.
It would break Dolly's heart.
All the work Wally's put
into this place, I...
...I can't have it come
to nothin'.
You know,
Earl's got a map up there,
of all the farms
he's bought up.
He's starving us out
and buying us up cheap.
It's like he's...
collecting us.
One by one.
We just need some rain.
Come on.
Come on, Runt.
Oh. That's a bit snazzy.
It is now
day 378 without a drop of rain
for the town of Upson Downs,
with the weather bureau
predicting
another year of no rain.
Heavens above, Annie!
Nearly soiled meself.
What are you doin'
lurking about?
I wanted to see
what you do in there.
Ah.
Well, can't imagine why.
It's just a mysterious building
that I spend hours inside.
Can I ask you something?
Okay.
What's an overdraft?
That is nothing
you need to worry about.
Okay? Now, come on inside.
Your mum's making pies
for the Woolarama Show.
Between you and me, she needs
as much help she can get.
Because they taste so bad?
Well... yeah.
But I wouldn't have the heart
to tell her that.
But isn't that a lie?
Sort of.
It's more of a... a kind lie.
You know, sometimes it's okay
to tell a lie...
...if you have good intentions.
Like how Grandma Dolly says you
have a beautiful singing voice?
Well, no, 'cause I-I do have
a beautiful... singing...
Come on, detective.
We've got a big day tomorrow.
Let's go.
Grandpa Wally! That's it!
Come on, Runt!
Rainmaker...
Let's put this thing together.
It's called what?
A brain breaker?
It's a Rainmaker.
Grandpa Wally invented it.
You know he was
a complete fruitloop, right?
He wasn't crazy. He was just
trying to fix things.
So,
you want me to climb all the
way to the top and attach it?
- And that'll make it rain.
- I think so.
I mean,
it is pretty high.
I suppose I could fall and die.
I'll do it!
But you have to film me.
It's going in my training
montage for my next stunt.
I've got something massive
planned
for the Woolarama Show
tomorrow.
Max!
Quickly, go.
Whoa.
Whoa.
Max!
Max! Max!
Oh!
Annie, have you seen
your brother?
Ugh! I'm going to throttle him!
Do you know what this is?
This...
This is a homemade parachute.
Yeah, he's cut up
my favourite tablecloth.
I tell ya, that boy,
he'll be the death of me.
Max!
Whew.
Thanks. I owe you one.
You think it'll work?
It has to.
Yee-ha!
Try your luck! Roll up!
Shearer's pies!
Shearer's pies!
Shearer's pies!
Ughh...
What's in this?
Canned mackerel, parsnip,
cabbage and prune.
Tastes like sh--
Shearer's Pies!
Get them while you can!
Rave reviews!
Where's your father?
I do. I really do.
Oh, it's just--
I mean, it's the standout.
It's the absolute standout.
Alright, you two. We're not
exactly run off our feet.
Why don't you take a break
and I'll hold down the fort?
Ooh!
Are you sure?
Yeah. Go and enjoy the show.
Come on down, Runt.
Folks,
that was Pippa Kay and Squirt
with a very respectable time
of 45.77 seconds.
Put your hands together!
Well done, you two.
Now, let's give a warm
Woolarama welcome
to Angela Dunn and Ziggy!
Ooh!
Alright, folks, that was
Angela Dunn and Ziggy,
running a time of 46.27.
Give them a hand!
I am through
with hanging round...
I think that's quite
enough of that!
Alright, folks!
Our next contender
is no stranger
to the Canine Agility Course
circuit.
He's a 15-time national
runner-up.
- That's right!
- Please welcome Fergus Fink
and his Papillon, Chariot!
Thank you!
Thank you!
Go!
I must have been desperate
I must have been pretty low
I must have been desperate
Get me out of here
- Get me out of here!
- Waahhh!
And that run
takes the lead
at a very impressive
41.28 seconds!
That'll be hard to beat.
But, remember,
this is an open competition.
Walk-ups are welcome.
But be quick,
there's just 30 minutes left.
41.28?
Outrageous!
I'm not taking this horrendous
form into the National Titles.
Simpkins, you're not training
this creature hard enough.
Ah, Viv.
I'm off to my trailer for
a massage and a fizzy water.
I'll return later to collect
the trophy and prize money.
Heel, Simpkins.
Excuse me,
we'd like to enter, please.
Sure. Competition fee
is twenty dollars.
Twenty dollars?
That's right.
First prize is five hundred.
And the top three qualify
for the National Titles.
Um... would it be okay
if you asked everyone
to leave before our go?
What do you mean?
Just so that nobody
can watch us.
Well, it's... it's a popular
event, I'm afraid.
Come on, Runt.
Ooh! Hmph.
There's no need to come back.
No one likes my pies.
Even had some returns.
Hey...
go and have fun.
Come on, Runt.
If we lose,
I promise I'll pay it back.
Max! Max!
Do you think you can
create a diversion?
What does that mean?
Do you think you can draw
everyone's attention
to one place?
Why do you think I got this?
Excuse me!
There's a boy
climbing that pole!
Don't worry!
- I've got my own parachute!
- What's that kid doing?
Ooh.
Alright, spread it out.
Oh, go left!
Oh, my God!
Oh! Hello.
I'm Annie Shearer
and this is Runt.
And we'd like to enter, please.
Made it in the nick of time.
You're the last run of the day.
Everyone seems to have run off.
Oh no.
I forgot to set my camera up.
Can somebody film me, please?!
You two competed before?
No. Never.
No heats. No finals.
No second chances.
It's once around the course,
best time wins. You got it?
Is it okay
if you don't watch us?
I'm afraid I have to, Annie.
I have to adjudicate
and time your run.
Why?
It's just that Runt freezes
if anyone else is watching.
Ooh, stage fright, eh?
I guess.
Maybe you could hide
behind that?
I...
Okay.
I'll do a countdown.
Whoa. Better get a wriggle on.
One...
Two...
Three...
Go!
Up! Up! Up! Up!
Runt, come on!
Weave, weave, weave, weave!
Weave, weave, weave,
weave, weave!
Please tell me someone
filmed that!
Oh. That's not good, is it?
Over!
How did we do?
First prize...
Isn't it exquisite?
I have been waiting
all afternoon
to meet the magician
who created this masterpiece.
I would pay top dollar for it.
But, sadly, look...
It seems we have a mysterious
genius in our midst.
Wouldn't go that far.
Why do you suppose they are so
secretive about their identity?
Maybe he's shy.
Or maybe he has, er... a lot of
other responsibilities,
and-and...
he feels a bit guilty.
Or she, you know.
Or whoever it is.
I didn't realise you had
such a keen interest
in the botanical arts,
Mr Shearer.
Me? No.
Nah.
No!
No, no, I just, uh...
I just rocked up here to see
if I could get some, um...
get some cheap vegies.
Where is everybody?
And I'm delighted
to announce
that our Woolarama District
Champion this year
is a local girl
from Upson Downs.
It's Annie Shearer and Runt,
with their run
of 40.43 seconds!
That's a new course record!
Congratulations.
Here's your $500 cash prize.
That little dog?
This little girl?
I demand a rerun!
The Association
will be hearing about this.
Simpkins! Begin drafting
a formal complaint!
Back off!
Ha!
All three have qualified
for the National Titles.
And remember,
the top two dogs in Australia
earn an invitation to compete
at the prestigious
Krumpets Dog Show in London,
which boasts a grand prize of
a quarter of a million dollars!
Did I tell you, Doll?
There I was,
about to give it up,
and then Annie returns
right as I was called over
to the first-aid tent.
And while I was gone--
Annie sold all the pies!
Yes, you did tell us.
A few times.
They really liked my pies!
It is hard to believe.
I don't know why
it's not working.
I followed every instruction.
But I have another way
to fix things, Grandpa Wally.
Me and Runt are going to make
it to the Krumpets Dog Show.
Come with me.
Are you sure?
Yeah. Go on.
Wow.
These are beautiful.
I think this is yours.
I told some Kind Lies today.
That's okay, mate.
Viv told me all about
your big win
when she dropped off the trophy
that you left behind.
Then I saw all the money
in the tin
and I put the pieces together.
The only thing
I can't figure out
is what you did
with all the pies.
Do you really want to know?
Nah, I know why you did it.
And I won't tell your mum.
Guess we all have
our little secrets.
What are all these plants?
Experimental propagation.
I graft different plants
together
to create something new.
Like this rose.
It's a bit like Runt, eh?
There's no telling
what breeds he might be,
but we know he's unique
and special.
That's true.
It's very pretty.
You really made up
all these plants?
Yeah.
You know, your Grandpa Wally
was so clever and inventive.
I think it makes me feel
closer to him.
Anyway, Viv said you two
could win a National Title.
I don't think we can.
Why?
Runt won't move with all
those people watching.
Mmm, yeah.
That is a sticky wicket.
But you know what?
You're clever
and inventive too.
You'll come up
with somethin'.
Come on, Runt! Ready?
Go, go, go, go, go, go, go!
Hup, hup, hup!
Weave, weave, weave,
weave, weave, weave!
Go tunnel!
Hup, hup, hup!
Go, go, go, go, go, go, go!
40.13 seconds. Pretty good.
Go, go, go,
go, go, go, go!
Hup, hup! Weave, weave, weave,
weave, weave, weave!
Go tunnel!
Hup, hup!
Go, go, go, go, go, go, go!
39. 52.
Best yet!
Ready?
Go, go, go, go, go, go, go!
Hup! Weave, weave, weave!
Go, go, go!
39.36!
That's pretty fast.
Time to try the real thing.
Come here often?
Quick, here she comes!
Okay, Runt...
let's go, go, go, go!
Come on, Runt. Hup, hup.
Come on, Runt. Hup.
I'm really sorry, love.
I don't know
what to do.
The National Titles
are in two days.
Meredith Croydon!
She's got that spitz
called Fritz!
It was a glutton
for dirty socks.
She took the dog
to this hypnotist
down Parchment Creek.
It worked like a charm!
Sounds a bit stupid.
I do not think
you're in any position
to be making judgement
on what is stupid, do you?
Well, I've been doing
some reading.
- Really?
- What? Really?
Really.
Bernadette Box. Heard of her?
Well, she won five consecutive
National Agility Competitions
back in the day.
Hasn't raced since, but...
she only lives an hour away
in the blufflands.
Maybe she knows
a thing or two.
Can we go there tomorrow?
Sure this is it?
I think so.
You must be Annie Shearer?
- Yes.
- That must be Runt?
Yes.
That's where Moxie
used to curl up.
My dad told me
you were champions.
A long time ago.
But that's all behind me now.
How come?
Oh, well...
When I lost Moxie,
I couldn't bear the thought
of training another dog.
It just...
it just made me miss my friend.
But I'm still connected
to the sport, in my own way.
That's how I knew
about you two.
So...
...tell me more about Runt.
Runt's my best friend.
When he was a stray dog,
people used to chase him.
Now he's scared of everyone
except me.
That's why I need your help
to fix him.
My help?
You don't need my help.
There's one secret to being
an Agility Course champion.
No amount of training
can manufacture it.
And in the end, it matters more
than any trophy.
And you two,
you already got it.
What is it?
The bond.
The love and respect
you have for each other.
Cherish it, Annie.
It's precious.
Hello! Annie?
Ah.
Sorry, love.
Just, uh, checking you weren't
boiled in a cauldron somewhere.
No offence.
Yeah...
I'll be outside.
I was really worried
you were going to be mean,
but you're very nice.
Annie. Wait!
Did I forget something?
I don't think Runt
is scared of other people.
See, for a long time,
he didn't have anyone.
And you found each other,
and you became
his whole world.
He runs and plays and leaps
because he's happy.
It's something
just the two of you share.
You see, Annie,
the problem isn't that
other people see him,
it's that he sees other people,
when all he wants to see...
is you.
I'm sorry, love.
Hey, we'll think of something.
Yeah?
Why can I never find
my sunglasses?
Stop!
Oh, how did you go?
Do you think you can make this
with your sewing machine?
Wha--!
Dolly, get me a horse bridle
from the old stable.
Max, I need...
I need scissors and glue.
Annie, you keep
that tool belt handy.
Bryan, I need your
old leather jacket.
But it's a classic!
Move, Dad!
Thanks.
Here ya. This.
Finished!
That might actually work.
Hold still, Runt.
They're brilliant!
Thanks.
You're amazing with
that sewing machine.
Blinders!
Annie, that fixes everything!
Come on, we'll be late!
Coming!
- Get in, son!
- In you go, Max.
In you get. Oops.
You sure you can't come?
I'm sorry, love.
I've got to get the fenceline
fixed before old Earl
blows his wig again.
You knock 'em dead, you two, alright?
Come on, Runt!
Everyone in?
Okay.
Stop it!
Good to see you!
Oh, hello, darl.
You're looking great.
And welcome
to the 89th Annual Australian
National Canine
Agility Course Titles.
Oh no!
I hope they haven't started!
Oh, my Godfather!
Quickly! Quickly!
Are you Annie Shearer?
- Yes.
- You're very late.
Quick, follow me,
the event's about to start.
Yes, quick!
Uh, you lot,
find your seat in the stands.
- Competitors only.
- Good luck, Annie.
- Thanks.
- Annie, wait, wait! Annie!
We're gonna be
cheering for both of you
in the stands, okay, but
hopefully Runt doesn't see us.
Okay?
- Okay. Bye.
- Quick, quick, quick, quick.
Oh!
Runt doesn't have a specified
breed. Uh, what is he?
He's just Runt.
Uh, yes, I have his name.
I need his breed.
I don't know.
He was a stray.
He's a stray?
No. He was a stray.
But now he lives with us.
But where he comes from
doesn't matter.
Okay, great! Let's go.
I'm your host, Doreen Gout.
Now, let's get
this show on the road.
I would like to invite
our first team to the floor,
from Werribee, Victoria,
it's Sharon Sprout
and her German Spitz, Poprock.
Give them a hand!
Off Poprock goes!
Now, Poprock is not a natural
blonde, gets dyed once a week.
Poor Bub has
serious back problems.
Eight screws in her back
'cause she's abnormally tall...
...but she pushes through.
To a score of 41.39!
Ha! We'll beat that, easy.
And next up,
welcome Barb Frapple
and her border collie, Nipper.
What a champion!
An amazing run!
Wow, that's fast!
39.63 seconds!
And next to the floor
it's Ricky Schmick
and her working cocker...
I'm so sorry!
...Peanut.
And they're away!
Ricky and Peanut real
favourites of this competition.
They're a wonderful union.
And over the final
into her arms.
You'll be okay, Runt.
Look, see?
There's nobody else but me.
There's nobody else but us.
Simpkins, fetch me a copy
of the Canine Code.
Next to the floor,
from Upson Downs,
we have Annie Shearer
and her...
...dog, Runt!
Sit down.
Ohh!
Halt!
Stop the competition!
This girl and her dog
are cheating!
Who's this
big glittering sh--?!
It's all here
in the Canine Code.
Clause six, subsection two.
"No leashes or material aids
"shall be employed between
owner and canine."
This dog is employing
an outlawed utility!
I move for an immediate
disqualification!
What the bloody hell's
he on about?!
As you can see,
it's perfectly clear.
I'm sorry, Annie, but you're
going to have to come with me.
- But it's our turn!
- Quickly.
Quickly. Okay.
I'm so sorry,
ladies and gentlemen.
There seems to have been
a bit of a kerfuffle.
Annie Shearer and Runt
have been sent to
- an emergency board review.
- What?
- You're jokin'.
- Oh, the drama!
You hearin' that?!
And here's Chinh Wang
and Bao, the Brussels Griffon.
Show them some love.
And off they go!
Can you explain the contraption
that is fitted to your dog?
Uh... they're blinders.
So he can't see anyone but me.
It doesn't make him
go faster or anything.
I don't even know
if it works yet.
And here comes
the devoted Simpkins,
the caretaker of Chariot.
Oh, and Fergus Fink's
ready to go.
It's a religious experience
for this man.
And he is away!
Ha, hoo, oh!
Take a long line
Take a long line
Whoa.
That's some dog.
Take a long line
Reel him in.
Yeah!
38.86 seconds!
They are now top of the table.
Chariot's gonna be
the one to beat!
We appear to be at an impasse.
There are two votes
to disqualify,
and two votes
permitting you to compete.
Unfortunately there can be
no deciding vote,
as our colleague
is in absentia.
Where's that?
Not here.
Which means you are
neither denied nor allowed,
so, unfortunately...
Get your hands
off your gavel, Ron!
Permission granted.
Go get 'em, Annie.
What a ripper!
Terrific run,
Fergus and Chariot.
Folks, that was our last
scheduled competitor.
Which means the winner
for the 89th Annual Australian
National Canine
Agility Course Titles,
proudly supported by
Smush - It's Pure Meat, is...
Wait!
There's been a development.
Annie Shearer and her dog Runt
have been cleared to run!
Oh, thank goodness!
Quieten down!
Folks!
Quieten down, please.
We have Fergus Fink
currently in the lead
on 38.86 seconds.
A quick reminder
that our top two finishers
will earn
an invitation to compete
at the Krumpets Dog Show
in London,
where they'll vie
for a grand prize
of a quarter of a million
dollars!
Hooley-dooley!
A quarter of a million
smackeroos?
It's Runt!
Oh, Annie.
Sit.
We can beat that time.
It's just like at home.
Just follow me
and do your best.
Oh, I hope those blinders work!
Wait.
Go, go, go! Up!
Go!
Go Runt!
...out in the paddock
with some sheep...
38.78 seconds!
Yes!
- Ooh-lah-lah!
- Yes!
Annie Shearer and Runt,
our new National Champions!
- You beauty!
- Well done!
What a fantastic
and exciting day
we've had here--
No, no, no, no, no!
I'm the winner!
Not her, me!
I won!
Stop it!
- How dare you!
- I'm the winner!
Fergus Fink is the winner!
Not her!
- I'm the winner! Me!
- Would you cut that--!
- I'm the winner! It's Fergus!
- Don't you behave that way
- on my course!
- Fergus Fink is the winner!
- You calm down!
- You will regret this!
That is a red paddle! Ref!
- You'll regret this!
- Get him off my course.
- Get off right now!
- You'll pay for--!
Take your hands off me!
What is this?!
Release me! I'm the winner!
Good job, Runt.
We're all
so proud of you, Annie!
When do we all
go to London?
I don't know
that we are.
What do you mean?
They said she won an invitation
to the Krumpets Dog Show.
"Please be advised that all
flights and travel expenses,
"entrance fees, insurance,
ancillary costs
"and potential
fiscal liabilities
"not herein described
"are at the sole discretion
of the competitor."
What does that mean?
It means we can't afford to go.
Even with all this money?
I'm so sorry, Annie.
But we can win.
Sorry, everyone.
Forget it.
We can't make it work.
Look, if we stick to
the cheapest flights
and accommodation,
there is a chance.
How are we gonna
raise the money?
We'll do whatever
we need to do.
What? Mum, no.
No, you can't.
They're no use to me anymore.
And it's what Wally would want.
Those two rings
are about family.
And love. And sacrifice.
That's how I know
it's the right thing to do.
Won't get you all the way
there, but it's a start.
And I can always
make some more pies!
- No!
- Oh!
- No need to do that!
- You really don't have to!
- Good luck, Suse.
- Hello. Thanks.
- Ah, do you want a carrot pie?
- No.
- Thanks, Merv.
- There you go.
Vegetarian's lovely.
Ugh.
That dog is not a true athlete.
Good luck, Mrs Shearer.
Oh, thank you, Ms Formsby.
Oh, my!
- Good luck, Mrs Shearer.
- Thank you, Ken.
Please, help yourself to pies.
It's still not enough.
What--?
Where did you get all that?
- Robbed a bank.
- Really?
No, ya wood-duck!
You might even have enough now
to eat while you're over there.
- Should we tell Annie?
- Tell me what?
You're going to London!
But... but how?
- We all chipped in!
- Everyone did. The whole town.
Is it true?
It's not a Kind Lie?
We can really go?
We're really going!
It's the truth, love!
Alright, okay,
so we need to organise visas
and accommodation.
- And passports as well.
- Passports?
There's so much to do!
Look at this!
Who could that be?
Mr Shearer,
after several attempts
to contact you today,
I am here to inform you
that your sheep
have again committed
criminal trespass.
Earl, I'm sor--
I have estimated
the cost of damages
to be twelve thousand dollars.
Twelve thousand dollars?
What the f--?!
Furthermore...
...under clause eight
of the Ovine Charter,
I am entitled to take
possession of your herd
until such time as you
have paid the fee in full.
I am here
to serve you Legal Notice.
You have thirty days to pay.
Earl, this is entirely
unnecessary.
Look, me and Annie and Runt
will be there
first thing in the morning.
Alright? The fenceline's
nearly finished.
I promise you,
this is the last time.
Proposal denied.
I withdraw all permission
for you to enter my property,
and be advised that
should you do so in future
it will constitute
a criminal act.
Oh, a criminal act, eh?
There's only one criminal
in Upson Downs, mate,
and it's you.
You can stuff your ransom
up your jaxie!
Get off my property!
You're not paying
that man another cent.
He ruined your father.
I won't have him ruin you too.
We'll lose everything, Mum.
Will we?
Doesn't say anything here
about losing me.
Or Susie. Or the kids.
Or losing any of the memories
we've made here.
Doesn't say anything
about that.
The love we have
for each other.
Uh, yeah, it's...
So we won't lose everything,
will we?
No.
Listen,
you've worked bloody hard.
Your dad would be
so proud of you.
But I know
your heart's not in it.
I know Wally
wanted you to take over,
but above all else
he wanted you to be happy.
The most valuable things
we have are under this roof.
That's worth more than money
or land.
And that's what that bastard
over the hill will never have.
He can't buy it,
he can't seize it,
and he can't collect it.
Go and have an adventure
with your daughter.
That's the stuff that matters.
And who knows?
We might just win.
Quick! You'll miss your flight!
Okay, have you got your
passports and tickets?
Yes. And yes.
It's going to be
really cold over there,
so I thought
I would knit you guys
some Team Shearer uniforms.
Aw...
And I used our wool,
so you'll always have
a little bit of home with you.
And I, um...
I made that for Runt.
You're so clever.
Team Shearer. I really like it.
Go get 'em, Annie!
I'll look after it
while you're gone.
Hey, you look after
our little girl, yeah?
I will.
- I love you.
- I love you.
I haven't felt that
in a long time.
We just stepped in.
Oh, wow.
Wow, the room's stunning.
Ah, very spacious.
It's got, um...
plenty of character.
The view?
Well, let me have a look, eh?
Whoo-hoo-hoo-hoo!
Wowie!
Yeah, it's brilliant!
Ah, it goes for miles.
What's that? The... I think
I can see the London Bridge.
Yeah.
Alright, love, I will.
Your mother says she loves you
and do not forget to
brush your hair before bed.
We should get there
early tomorrow.
The qualifying heats
are in the morning,
and then the final
is in the afternoon.
If we even make it that far.
Of course
you'll make the final.
Is that another one
of your Kind Lies?
No. It's because
I believe in you.
I suppose we'd better
get some kip, eh?
Comfortable.
"Dear Bernadette,
"we made it to
the Krumpets Dog Show.
"I hope we can
make it to the final.
"I didn't get a chance
to thank you for helping us.
"You should meet
my Grandma Dolly.
"I think you would
really like her.
"Maybe one day you can
visit us in Upson Downs,
"if we still have our farm.
"Your friend, Annie Shearer."
Welcome to Krumpets Dog Show.
Where we are in
the qualifying heats
for the Agility Course
Grand Championship.
Now, currently in the lead
we have Hansel,
a German Pointer from Salzburg.
Following close behind is Moki,
a Border Collie from Osaka.
And in third place we have
Moose, a Siberian husky.
And fourth
in the current standings
is a veteran competitor
from Australia,
with his Papillon, Chariot,
Fergus Fink.
You know, speaking of
the Land Down Under, Camila,
we have a vibrant
new challenger
hailing from Upson Downs.
We do indeed, Basil.
Annie Shearer
is the youngest competitor
in the history
of this competition.
Okay, Annie.
They're ready for you.
Come on, Runt.
And here they are now.
Annie Shearer all the way
from Australia
with her mixed breed dog, Runt.
Now, a position
of fifth or higher
will guarantee
a place in the final.
Come on.
Runt, sit.
Good job.
I'm right here, Runt.
Same as always.
Just keep your eyes on me
and do your best.
Look - a little
shake of the paw.
And...
Go, go, go!
Up! Go tunnel!
Go Runt!
Up!
Up!
It's a qualifying time!
Yes!
[Basil Annie Shearer and Runt
are through to the final!
Time for Plan B.
What's... what's Plan B?
More fun than Plan A.
Scrounged up enough coins
to make the trip, did you?
I made a formal complaint
about your cheating,
however it appears that
Krumpets are willing
to compromise
the integrity of this event
by allowing you to compete.
Integrity is important,
isn't it?
Without it, we have nothing.
Seems the integrity
of your trousers
has been
a bit compromised, mate.
Simpkins, pass me that towel.
I've been defiled.
Enjoy your morning.
I'm sure
I'll bump into you later.
Good luck, Annie!
It is the moment
we've been waiting for,
the final of the Agility Course
Grand Championship.
Ten marvellous dogs
and their dedicated handlers,
from all parts of the world,
will be on display.
Including the talk
of the tournament,
ten-year-old Annie Shearer,
from Upson Downs.
- There she is!
- Oh!
There's Annie!
Max, put that thing down!
You've been pecking
at that keyboard
like an old hen for days.
Done!
The chocolate
Cocker Spaniel
with a fantastic run here.
Good job.
In all my years,
I don't think I've ever
witnessed competition
this stiff.
- Yes.
- Quite right.
Quite right indeed.
Look at it go!
It's like lightning!
Oh, piffle!
I could outrun that dog.
Oh, I can't watch.
An impeccable display
from our finalists, Camila.
It's a close one indeed.
Just two competitors remain,
both from Australia.
Next to the floor
is Fergus Fink.
Look at this big
sparkling toad!
Happiness is
a Kong Foo Sing
With good fortune
that it bring
Ah, the Kong Foo Sing
- Yeah, the Kong Foo Sing
- He's fast!
Ah, the Kong Foo Sing
Yeah, it's the king
And, Basil,
it is a time of 37.52.
That puts Fink
in first position.
Miss Shearer and Runt,
make your way through, please.
Okay.
You just go out there
and you be yourselves. Yeah?
You do your best
and you enjoy it.
Good luck.
We don't need luck.
Come on, Runt.
My daughter.
Oh! I'm so sorry.
Are you hurt?
I'm alright.
Thank goodness for that.
I wish you both
the best of luck out there.
May the best dog win.
Ladies and gentlemen,
this is our last competitor
of the day,
Annie Shearer and Runt.
There's our Annie!
Come on, Annie!
Come on, Runt! Let's go!
...the toughness
of the competition...
Come on, Runt!
Whoo!
Oh no.
He's not wearing his blinders.
They must have fallen off.
Can I go back and get them, please?
Leaving the course boundary
is automatic disqualification,
I'm afraid.
Take your position, please.
But he needs them.
Take your position, please.
You can do this, Runt.
You just... have to.
It's for our home.
And it's for all those people
who gave us a little bit
of what they had
so that we could be here.
It's only a few seconds
right now,
but it will mean everything
for every minute
and every hour and every day
that comes after.
Final warning!
Come on, Runt.
You can do this, Runt.
You've got this, Runt.
You've got this.
Runt, you've got this.
And go, go, go, go, go!
Come on, Runt. Hup, hup!
Please, Runt! Please!
Come on through.
Oh no, Annie!
Oh, for goodness sake, Bryan,
you melon of a man!
Get out there and help her!
Out of the way! Hey!
That's my daughter!
Hey.
I couldn't do it.
We didn't win.
Oh, it's okay, love.
It's okay.
I just wanted to...
- to fix everything.
- Hey, come here.
You hear that?
They're cheering for you.
Yeah?
'Cause you're so bloody brave.
You're so brave.
You should be
proud of yourself.
A fairytale
victory for Fergus Fink.
Although our hearts
have been stolen
by another team from Australia.
Thank you. Thank you.
Yes.
I am the winner.
You're kidding!
Ha-ha, yes, I am!
I'll be stuffed! It works!
It's raining! It's raining!
Yeah!
My water. My water!
Oh-ho...!
Argh! My water...!
What are you doing?
What are you doing?
Stop it.
Stop it at once!
You shouldn't be
clapping for her!
I won!
You should be clapping for me!
I finally did it.
I am the best in the world!
Mr Fink!
Chariot...
is the best in the world.
She won. Not you.
Because she is brilliant.
You... are a despicable,
horrible cheat.
I quit.
You'll be back!
You both will!
You're nothing without me!
Simpkins! Simpkins!
Can we go?
Oh, it's a miracle!
- Whoa!
- What have you done?
Annie!
Roger Bean, Canine Times!
The whole world is reacting
to your remarkable--
Wowie.
What was all that about?
There must be
another exit somewhere.
There's a service entry
through the main hall.
Oh, righto, then.
Hey, you alright?
Come on, let's get back
to the hotel.
There's a place
I want to show you.
And I thought
my greenhouse was big!
This is amazing, Annie.
Extraordinary.
I really thought
we were going to win.
Even without the blinders.
I'm sorry, mate.
Maybe we can try again
next year.
Maybe we can get him a special
coach, maybe that'll fix him.
He doesn't need fixing.
He's not broken.
He's just Runt.
But I've been asking him
to be someone he's not,
and that's not fair for me
to do that.
The worst thing is...
it was all for nothing.
Nothing?
Annie, you two
made it to the final
of the Krumpets Dog Show.
That's not nothing.
That's amazing.
But we didn't win.
And now we can't pay
the overdraft on the overdraft,
and we can't pay
Mr Robert-Barren,
and we'll lose our home.
That's what all this
has been about, huh?
Annie, you are thoughtful
and clever and so kind,
but you don't need to carry
the weight of the world
in your tool belt,
and you don't need
to fix everything.
But fixing things
makes me happy.
I know.
But if you're too busy
trying to find things to fix,
you miss out on all the stuff
that already works.
You know, I think
I've been asking myself
to be someone I'm not
for a long time,
just so I can fix things.
That's a Kind Lie, though.
It is. But it might be time
to let the truth have a run.
Thank you.
No, love. Thank you.
Must be home.
I hope they're not too upset.
- Why are you all drenched?
- It's raining!
- What?
- It worked, Annie!
The Rainmaker worked!
You made a whole storm!
But that's not all!
You've gone viral!
Huh? Is she alright?
Not that kind of viral,
Bryan, ya biscuit!
Computer viral!
I made a video
about you and Runt.
It's had twenty million views!
My notifications
are off the hook!
Wow.
Uh... we... we're gonna
call you back in a minute.
- Righto! Bye!
- Love you!
Well done, Annie!
M-m-mwah!
Wowie.
You better get used to people
lookin' at ya, mate.
What's happening?
Ahh, you'll see.
- Hey, Gretel!
- Mr Shearer!
Got some more plants
from the nursery.
- Thank you.
- How we doing?
- Mum!
- Hey, darling! How exciting!
- Hi.
- Hey, Annie!
I wanted to apologise
for what happened at Krumpets.
The good news is Fergus Fink
was officially disqualified
and stripped of his title.
G'day, viewers,
thanks for tuning in.
Got my eight millionth
subscriber during the week,
so, pretty happy with that.
Rock'n'roll!
- Bernadette!
- Annie!
- Did you get my postcard?
- I did indeed.
And I thought a visit
was overdue.
And to tell you the truth,
I enjoy your company.
I have someone
I want to introduce you to.
This is my new friend.
And I named her Annie.
Oh!
Goodness me.
Hello there.
Come on, Runt, it's time!
Hey, Annie,
there's been a lot of changes
in Upson Downs.
A lot of folks have come back
to their farms,
and we've welcomed
a lot of new faces too.
It's a new day,
and that's why we thought
it's the perfect time
we get a new town mascot.
Someone we all love,
who gave us hope
when we needed it most.
Do you want to do the honours?
Hey, have a look.
We fixed things.
Together.
That's right.
Yeah!
Come here, you!
Come on, Runt!
Family photo!
We've been through
So many ups and downs
The falls and bruises
The leaps and bounds
We've been hemmed in tight
We've been forced out wide
But we've stayed
side by side
Side by side
Side by side
We've been through
The drought
and the flood
We've sucked up the dust
My God
We've struggled in the mud
We've been up against it
In big cities
and small towns
Yes, we've had
our ups and downs
Ups and downs
Doo-doo-doo-doo, doo-doo
Doo-doo-doo
Doo-doo-doo-doo, doo-doo
Doo-doo-doo
Doo-doo-doo-doo
They wrote us off
All the ones you knew best
We were underestimated
North and south
and east and west
They smiled
and shook their heads
And said
"Too bad, so long"
"You're dead and gone"
"Dead and gone"
But you had me
and I had you
And all our true believers
Family, friends
And strangers too
Sure, we had our doubts
But just enough of pride
And we stayed side by side
Side by side
Yes, we stayed side by side
Side by side
Doo-doo-doo-doo, doo-doo
Doo-doo-doo
Doo-doo-doo-doo, doo-doo
Doo-doo-doo
Doo-doo-doo-doo
When I was hurting
You didn't fuss too much
Your comfort was all grace
The lightest of touch
Now these good blessings
Are raining at our door
Let 'em pour
Hard times
Come no more
Come no more
Hard times
Come no more
Come no more
Hard times...
Doo-doo-doo-doo, doo-doo
Come no more
Hard times...
Doo-doo-doo-doo, doo-doo
Doo-doo-doo
Come no more
One, two, three!
We've been through
The heat and the cold
Some days we've felt so young
Too many days too old
Some days we'd stumble
Some days we'd stride
But we've stayed
side by side
Side by side
Always stayed side by side
Side by side
Side by side.
And go!
Hey?
Good luck with the casserole.
Family!
Hello!
Hi, Mabel.
Oi!
You bloody mutt!
That little runt's
nicked me snaggers!
I know that dog.
He's been in me bins!
You're mine!
Gonna get ya!
Come back!
Morning, ladies!
- Dawn.
- Kay.
I'll get you!
Busy day!
Yes.
Come here, mutt!
Agh! Come here!
Gotcha!
Runt!
Hello.
Don't you have anyone
to look after you?
You look hungry.
You should come back tomorrow.
Look. I have something for you.
Eat up. It's all for you.
You like that, don't you?
Hm.
Do you want to
come home with me?
Shearer!
Vapour rises
way up into the sky,
then it collects
and condenses into clouds,
and when it gets too heavy,
it falls back down as rain.
Not in Upson Downs it doesn't.
It hasn't rained in 375 days.
My mum reckons if the drought
goes on any longer,
we might have to sell our farm.
It's awful.
I'm only allowed
to wash my hair once a month!
What do you mean
you 'wash your hair'?
Annie Shearer?
Annie Shearer?
Hey...!
Annie! Annie!
Again? This is the third time
this month!
It's an emergency.
Can't be helped!
It's you who can't be helped,
Bryan Shearer.
You've been disrupting
my classroom
since you were in short pants.
Sorry, Mrs Formsby.
I have to go fix something.
It's alright, sweetheart.
I'll see you Monday.
Buckle up.
Sorry I had to
pull you out early again.
It's fine. We were
learning about storms.
Oh, yeah?
We could use a few of those.
You know, your Grandpa Wally,
he was studying them
at one point.
Had some wacky, woolly
scheme he cooked up
about trying to make
his own rain clouds.
Really?
Yeah, I could never
make sense of it.
He had a lot of wild ideas,
as you know.
Righto. Let's get
the star of the show!
Come on, Runt. In ya get.
It's always worth a shot.
That dog's not gonna listen
to you, Bryan, ya peanut!
Go get Annie!
I'm here, Grandma Dolly!
Oh, so you are!
They haven't gotten out again,
have they?
Yeah, 'fraid so.
Come on, you two.
Quick, outta sight!
Quick.
Come on, Runt.
Unbelievable.
Quick. Let's get to Earl's.
Earl!
So, so sorry.
Oh, you didn't have to get
all dressed up for me, mate.
Mr Shearer,
your sheep have again
committed criminal trespass.
You have precisely ten minutes
to herd them off my property,
or they will be seized
under provision
of the Ovine Charter.
Oh, the Ovine Charter.
Absolutely, mate.
Um... let's go inside and
have a chat about it, shall we?
You presume to invite yourself
into my house?
You Shearers are incorrigible!
I don't really know what
that means, but thank you.
Look, here's the issue--
It's just that Runt won't move
if someone other than me
is here, Mr Robert-Barren!
He won't run
if you're watching.
He really won't listen
to anyone but Annie.
Believe me, mate,
I've... I've tried everything.
Ready?
Come on, Runt!
Hup, hup! Get 'em, go!
Weave, weave, weave, weave!
Go, go, go, go, go, go, go!
Get up, Runt!
Get 'em up, Runt!
Hold up!
Good job, Runt!
Just under a minute to spare.
They are quite the team.
Mr Shearer.
The next time your sheep
enter my property,
I will be issuing
a writ of ownership.
Not that I particularly
desire them.
Your father would be ashamed
of their condition.
Still, it seems the whole town
is in a decline these days.
Oh, that's right, Earl.
Some of us are in decline.
It might have something to do
with the fact that you
stole our water.
Stolen?
What's on my property
is mine to keep.
A man has a right
to put a dam on his own land.
I have always acted in
strict accordance with the law.
And what happens downstream
is not my concern.
You are welcome to bring action
should you consider otherwise.
Ah.
As you know,
my father tried that for years,
but you delayed and adjourned
and used every dirty trick you
could till we ran out of money.
Mr Shearer,
if your financial position
is dire...
...I am willing
to make a very fair offer
on your little property.
G'day, viewers!
It's Mental Max here
from 'To The Max',
bringing you
another awesome stunt
from Upson Downs, Down Under.
Today I'm taking it up
a few notches.
This one's called
'Rings Of Fire'.
I'm gonna light up the tyres
of my bike,
fang it up that ramp there,
do a wicked flip over the fence
and stick the landing.
Got my 25th subscriber
during the week,
so, pretty happy with that.
Remember to chuck us a like
and a comment.
Let's get on with it!
Max!
- Max!
- It's okay, Mum, I'm fine!
- Put it out!
- Whoa!
- Put it out!
- Oh!
Max, put it out! Come here!
Max!
My pants are on fire! Oh! Argh!
Are they my sunglasses?
Who wants
some Humble Pie?
It's canned asparagus,
kidney beans,
Brussels sprouts
and chicken surprise.
- I got it all on special.
- Smells delicious.
Really good.
What do you think, Annie?
Tastes a bit...
awful.
Oh. That's okay, sweetheart.
Just have as much as you can.
Mmm!
It's probably gonna mean
my most viral video ever.
Got my 25th subscriber
during the week,
so, pretty happy with that.
Remember to chuck us
a like and a comment.
Even if we tighten
our belts another notch,
I just don't know how
we're gonna make it
through another summer.
The overdraft
on the overdraft is killin' us.
I know you don't want to,
but I think if Robert-Barren
is offering a good price...
- No.
- ...we could...
No.
It would break Dolly's heart.
All the work Wally's put
into this place, I...
...I can't have it come
to nothin'.
You know,
Earl's got a map up there,
of all the farms
he's bought up.
He's starving us out
and buying us up cheap.
It's like he's...
collecting us.
One by one.
We just need some rain.
Come on.
Come on, Runt.
Oh. That's a bit snazzy.
It is now
day 378 without a drop of rain
for the town of Upson Downs,
with the weather bureau
predicting
another year of no rain.
Heavens above, Annie!
Nearly soiled meself.
What are you doin'
lurking about?
I wanted to see
what you do in there.
Ah.
Well, can't imagine why.
It's just a mysterious building
that I spend hours inside.
Can I ask you something?
Okay.
What's an overdraft?
That is nothing
you need to worry about.
Okay? Now, come on inside.
Your mum's making pies
for the Woolarama Show.
Between you and me, she needs
as much help she can get.
Because they taste so bad?
Well... yeah.
But I wouldn't have the heart
to tell her that.
But isn't that a lie?
Sort of.
It's more of a... a kind lie.
You know, sometimes it's okay
to tell a lie...
...if you have good intentions.
Like how Grandma Dolly says you
have a beautiful singing voice?
Well, no, 'cause I-I do have
a beautiful... singing...
Come on, detective.
We've got a big day tomorrow.
Let's go.
Grandpa Wally! That's it!
Come on, Runt!
Rainmaker...
Let's put this thing together.
It's called what?
A brain breaker?
It's a Rainmaker.
Grandpa Wally invented it.
You know he was
a complete fruitloop, right?
He wasn't crazy. He was just
trying to fix things.
So,
you want me to climb all the
way to the top and attach it?
- And that'll make it rain.
- I think so.
I mean,
it is pretty high.
I suppose I could fall and die.
I'll do it!
But you have to film me.
It's going in my training
montage for my next stunt.
I've got something massive
planned
for the Woolarama Show
tomorrow.
Max!
Quickly, go.
Whoa.
Whoa.
Max!
Max! Max!
Oh!
Annie, have you seen
your brother?
Ugh! I'm going to throttle him!
Do you know what this is?
This...
This is a homemade parachute.
Yeah, he's cut up
my favourite tablecloth.
I tell ya, that boy,
he'll be the death of me.
Max!
Whew.
Thanks. I owe you one.
You think it'll work?
It has to.
Yee-ha!
Try your luck! Roll up!
Shearer's pies!
Shearer's pies!
Shearer's pies!
Ughh...
What's in this?
Canned mackerel, parsnip,
cabbage and prune.
Tastes like sh--
Shearer's Pies!
Get them while you can!
Rave reviews!
Where's your father?
I do. I really do.
Oh, it's just--
I mean, it's the standout.
It's the absolute standout.
Alright, you two. We're not
exactly run off our feet.
Why don't you take a break
and I'll hold down the fort?
Ooh!
Are you sure?
Yeah. Go and enjoy the show.
Come on down, Runt.
Folks,
that was Pippa Kay and Squirt
with a very respectable time
of 45.77 seconds.
Put your hands together!
Well done, you two.
Now, let's give a warm
Woolarama welcome
to Angela Dunn and Ziggy!
Ooh!
Alright, folks, that was
Angela Dunn and Ziggy,
running a time of 46.27.
Give them a hand!
I am through
with hanging round...
I think that's quite
enough of that!
Alright, folks!
Our next contender
is no stranger
to the Canine Agility Course
circuit.
He's a 15-time national
runner-up.
- That's right!
- Please welcome Fergus Fink
and his Papillon, Chariot!
Thank you!
Thank you!
Go!
I must have been desperate
I must have been pretty low
I must have been desperate
Get me out of here
- Get me out of here!
- Waahhh!
And that run
takes the lead
at a very impressive
41.28 seconds!
That'll be hard to beat.
But, remember,
this is an open competition.
Walk-ups are welcome.
But be quick,
there's just 30 minutes left.
41.28?
Outrageous!
I'm not taking this horrendous
form into the National Titles.
Simpkins, you're not training
this creature hard enough.
Ah, Viv.
I'm off to my trailer for
a massage and a fizzy water.
I'll return later to collect
the trophy and prize money.
Heel, Simpkins.
Excuse me,
we'd like to enter, please.
Sure. Competition fee
is twenty dollars.
Twenty dollars?
That's right.
First prize is five hundred.
And the top three qualify
for the National Titles.
Um... would it be okay
if you asked everyone
to leave before our go?
What do you mean?
Just so that nobody
can watch us.
Well, it's... it's a popular
event, I'm afraid.
Come on, Runt.
Ooh! Hmph.
There's no need to come back.
No one likes my pies.
Even had some returns.
Hey...
go and have fun.
Come on, Runt.
If we lose,
I promise I'll pay it back.
Max! Max!
Do you think you can
create a diversion?
What does that mean?
Do you think you can draw
everyone's attention
to one place?
Why do you think I got this?
Excuse me!
There's a boy
climbing that pole!
Don't worry!
- I've got my own parachute!
- What's that kid doing?
Ooh.
Alright, spread it out.
Oh, go left!
Oh, my God!
Oh! Hello.
I'm Annie Shearer
and this is Runt.
And we'd like to enter, please.
Made it in the nick of time.
You're the last run of the day.
Everyone seems to have run off.
Oh no.
I forgot to set my camera up.
Can somebody film me, please?!
You two competed before?
No. Never.
No heats. No finals.
No second chances.
It's once around the course,
best time wins. You got it?
Is it okay
if you don't watch us?
I'm afraid I have to, Annie.
I have to adjudicate
and time your run.
Why?
It's just that Runt freezes
if anyone else is watching.
Ooh, stage fright, eh?
I guess.
Maybe you could hide
behind that?
I...
Okay.
I'll do a countdown.
Whoa. Better get a wriggle on.
One...
Two...
Three...
Go!
Up! Up! Up! Up!
Runt, come on!
Weave, weave, weave, weave!
Weave, weave, weave,
weave, weave!
Please tell me someone
filmed that!
Oh. That's not good, is it?
Over!
How did we do?
First prize...
Isn't it exquisite?
I have been waiting
all afternoon
to meet the magician
who created this masterpiece.
I would pay top dollar for it.
But, sadly, look...
It seems we have a mysterious
genius in our midst.
Wouldn't go that far.
Why do you suppose they are so
secretive about their identity?
Maybe he's shy.
Or maybe he has, er... a lot of
other responsibilities,
and-and...
he feels a bit guilty.
Or she, you know.
Or whoever it is.
I didn't realise you had
such a keen interest
in the botanical arts,
Mr Shearer.
Me? No.
Nah.
No!
No, no, I just, uh...
I just rocked up here to see
if I could get some, um...
get some cheap vegies.
Where is everybody?
And I'm delighted
to announce
that our Woolarama District
Champion this year
is a local girl
from Upson Downs.
It's Annie Shearer and Runt,
with their run
of 40.43 seconds!
That's a new course record!
Congratulations.
Here's your $500 cash prize.
That little dog?
This little girl?
I demand a rerun!
The Association
will be hearing about this.
Simpkins! Begin drafting
a formal complaint!
Back off!
Ha!
All three have qualified
for the National Titles.
And remember,
the top two dogs in Australia
earn an invitation to compete
at the prestigious
Krumpets Dog Show in London,
which boasts a grand prize of
a quarter of a million dollars!
Did I tell you, Doll?
There I was,
about to give it up,
and then Annie returns
right as I was called over
to the first-aid tent.
And while I was gone--
Annie sold all the pies!
Yes, you did tell us.
A few times.
They really liked my pies!
It is hard to believe.
I don't know why
it's not working.
I followed every instruction.
But I have another way
to fix things, Grandpa Wally.
Me and Runt are going to make
it to the Krumpets Dog Show.
Come with me.
Are you sure?
Yeah. Go on.
Wow.
These are beautiful.
I think this is yours.
I told some Kind Lies today.
That's okay, mate.
Viv told me all about
your big win
when she dropped off the trophy
that you left behind.
Then I saw all the money
in the tin
and I put the pieces together.
The only thing
I can't figure out
is what you did
with all the pies.
Do you really want to know?
Nah, I know why you did it.
And I won't tell your mum.
Guess we all have
our little secrets.
What are all these plants?
Experimental propagation.
I graft different plants
together
to create something new.
Like this rose.
It's a bit like Runt, eh?
There's no telling
what breeds he might be,
but we know he's unique
and special.
That's true.
It's very pretty.
You really made up
all these plants?
Yeah.
You know, your Grandpa Wally
was so clever and inventive.
I think it makes me feel
closer to him.
Anyway, Viv said you two
could win a National Title.
I don't think we can.
Why?
Runt won't move with all
those people watching.
Mmm, yeah.
That is a sticky wicket.
But you know what?
You're clever
and inventive too.
You'll come up
with somethin'.
Come on, Runt! Ready?
Go, go, go, go, go, go, go!
Hup, hup, hup!
Weave, weave, weave,
weave, weave, weave!
Go tunnel!
Hup, hup, hup!
Go, go, go, go, go, go, go!
40.13 seconds. Pretty good.
Go, go, go,
go, go, go, go!
Hup, hup! Weave, weave, weave,
weave, weave, weave!
Go tunnel!
Hup, hup!
Go, go, go, go, go, go, go!
39. 52.
Best yet!
Ready?
Go, go, go, go, go, go, go!
Hup! Weave, weave, weave!
Go, go, go!
39.36!
That's pretty fast.
Time to try the real thing.
Come here often?
Quick, here she comes!
Okay, Runt...
let's go, go, go, go!
Come on, Runt. Hup, hup.
Come on, Runt. Hup.
I'm really sorry, love.
I don't know
what to do.
The National Titles
are in two days.
Meredith Croydon!
She's got that spitz
called Fritz!
It was a glutton
for dirty socks.
She took the dog
to this hypnotist
down Parchment Creek.
It worked like a charm!
Sounds a bit stupid.
I do not think
you're in any position
to be making judgement
on what is stupid, do you?
Well, I've been doing
some reading.
- Really?
- What? Really?
Really.
Bernadette Box. Heard of her?
Well, she won five consecutive
National Agility Competitions
back in the day.
Hasn't raced since, but...
she only lives an hour away
in the blufflands.
Maybe she knows
a thing or two.
Can we go there tomorrow?
Sure this is it?
I think so.
You must be Annie Shearer?
- Yes.
- That must be Runt?
Yes.
That's where Moxie
used to curl up.
My dad told me
you were champions.
A long time ago.
But that's all behind me now.
How come?
Oh, well...
When I lost Moxie,
I couldn't bear the thought
of training another dog.
It just...
it just made me miss my friend.
But I'm still connected
to the sport, in my own way.
That's how I knew
about you two.
So...
...tell me more about Runt.
Runt's my best friend.
When he was a stray dog,
people used to chase him.
Now he's scared of everyone
except me.
That's why I need your help
to fix him.
My help?
You don't need my help.
There's one secret to being
an Agility Course champion.
No amount of training
can manufacture it.
And in the end, it matters more
than any trophy.
And you two,
you already got it.
What is it?
The bond.
The love and respect
you have for each other.
Cherish it, Annie.
It's precious.
Hello! Annie?
Ah.
Sorry, love.
Just, uh, checking you weren't
boiled in a cauldron somewhere.
No offence.
Yeah...
I'll be outside.
I was really worried
you were going to be mean,
but you're very nice.
Annie. Wait!
Did I forget something?
I don't think Runt
is scared of other people.
See, for a long time,
he didn't have anyone.
And you found each other,
and you became
his whole world.
He runs and plays and leaps
because he's happy.
It's something
just the two of you share.
You see, Annie,
the problem isn't that
other people see him,
it's that he sees other people,
when all he wants to see...
is you.
I'm sorry, love.
Hey, we'll think of something.
Yeah?
Why can I never find
my sunglasses?
Stop!
Oh, how did you go?
Do you think you can make this
with your sewing machine?
Wha--!
Dolly, get me a horse bridle
from the old stable.
Max, I need...
I need scissors and glue.
Annie, you keep
that tool belt handy.
Bryan, I need your
old leather jacket.
But it's a classic!
Move, Dad!
Thanks.
Here ya. This.
Finished!
That might actually work.
Hold still, Runt.
They're brilliant!
Thanks.
You're amazing with
that sewing machine.
Blinders!
Annie, that fixes everything!
Come on, we'll be late!
Coming!
- Get in, son!
- In you go, Max.
In you get. Oops.
You sure you can't come?
I'm sorry, love.
I've got to get the fenceline
fixed before old Earl
blows his wig again.
You knock 'em dead, you two, alright?
Come on, Runt!
Everyone in?
Okay.
Stop it!
Good to see you!
Oh, hello, darl.
You're looking great.
And welcome
to the 89th Annual Australian
National Canine
Agility Course Titles.
Oh no!
I hope they haven't started!
Oh, my Godfather!
Quickly! Quickly!
Are you Annie Shearer?
- Yes.
- You're very late.
Quick, follow me,
the event's about to start.
Yes, quick!
Uh, you lot,
find your seat in the stands.
- Competitors only.
- Good luck, Annie.
- Thanks.
- Annie, wait, wait! Annie!
We're gonna be
cheering for both of you
in the stands, okay, but
hopefully Runt doesn't see us.
Okay?
- Okay. Bye.
- Quick, quick, quick, quick.
Oh!
Runt doesn't have a specified
breed. Uh, what is he?
He's just Runt.
Uh, yes, I have his name.
I need his breed.
I don't know.
He was a stray.
He's a stray?
No. He was a stray.
But now he lives with us.
But where he comes from
doesn't matter.
Okay, great! Let's go.
I'm your host, Doreen Gout.
Now, let's get
this show on the road.
I would like to invite
our first team to the floor,
from Werribee, Victoria,
it's Sharon Sprout
and her German Spitz, Poprock.
Give them a hand!
Off Poprock goes!
Now, Poprock is not a natural
blonde, gets dyed once a week.
Poor Bub has
serious back problems.
Eight screws in her back
'cause she's abnormally tall...
...but she pushes through.
To a score of 41.39!
Ha! We'll beat that, easy.
And next up,
welcome Barb Frapple
and her border collie, Nipper.
What a champion!
An amazing run!
Wow, that's fast!
39.63 seconds!
And next to the floor
it's Ricky Schmick
and her working cocker...
I'm so sorry!
...Peanut.
And they're away!
Ricky and Peanut real
favourites of this competition.
They're a wonderful union.
And over the final
into her arms.
You'll be okay, Runt.
Look, see?
There's nobody else but me.
There's nobody else but us.
Simpkins, fetch me a copy
of the Canine Code.
Next to the floor,
from Upson Downs,
we have Annie Shearer
and her...
...dog, Runt!
Sit down.
Ohh!
Halt!
Stop the competition!
This girl and her dog
are cheating!
Who's this
big glittering sh--?!
It's all here
in the Canine Code.
Clause six, subsection two.
"No leashes or material aids
"shall be employed between
owner and canine."
This dog is employing
an outlawed utility!
I move for an immediate
disqualification!
What the bloody hell's
he on about?!
As you can see,
it's perfectly clear.
I'm sorry, Annie, but you're
going to have to come with me.
- But it's our turn!
- Quickly.
Quickly. Okay.
I'm so sorry,
ladies and gentlemen.
There seems to have been
a bit of a kerfuffle.
Annie Shearer and Runt
have been sent to
- an emergency board review.
- What?
- You're jokin'.
- Oh, the drama!
You hearin' that?!
And here's Chinh Wang
and Bao, the Brussels Griffon.
Show them some love.
And off they go!
Can you explain the contraption
that is fitted to your dog?
Uh... they're blinders.
So he can't see anyone but me.
It doesn't make him
go faster or anything.
I don't even know
if it works yet.
And here comes
the devoted Simpkins,
the caretaker of Chariot.
Oh, and Fergus Fink's
ready to go.
It's a religious experience
for this man.
And he is away!
Ha, hoo, oh!
Take a long line
Take a long line
Whoa.
That's some dog.
Take a long line
Reel him in.
Yeah!
38.86 seconds!
They are now top of the table.
Chariot's gonna be
the one to beat!
We appear to be at an impasse.
There are two votes
to disqualify,
and two votes
permitting you to compete.
Unfortunately there can be
no deciding vote,
as our colleague
is in absentia.
Where's that?
Not here.
Which means you are
neither denied nor allowed,
so, unfortunately...
Get your hands
off your gavel, Ron!
Permission granted.
Go get 'em, Annie.
What a ripper!
Terrific run,
Fergus and Chariot.
Folks, that was our last
scheduled competitor.
Which means the winner
for the 89th Annual Australian
National Canine
Agility Course Titles,
proudly supported by
Smush - It's Pure Meat, is...
Wait!
There's been a development.
Annie Shearer and her dog Runt
have been cleared to run!
Oh, thank goodness!
Quieten down!
Folks!
Quieten down, please.
We have Fergus Fink
currently in the lead
on 38.86 seconds.
A quick reminder
that our top two finishers
will earn
an invitation to compete
at the Krumpets Dog Show
in London,
where they'll vie
for a grand prize
of a quarter of a million
dollars!
Hooley-dooley!
A quarter of a million
smackeroos?
It's Runt!
Oh, Annie.
Sit.
We can beat that time.
It's just like at home.
Just follow me
and do your best.
Oh, I hope those blinders work!
Wait.
Go, go, go! Up!
Go!
Go Runt!
...out in the paddock
with some sheep...
38.78 seconds!
Yes!
- Ooh-lah-lah!
- Yes!
Annie Shearer and Runt,
our new National Champions!
- You beauty!
- Well done!
What a fantastic
and exciting day
we've had here--
No, no, no, no, no!
I'm the winner!
Not her, me!
I won!
Stop it!
- How dare you!
- I'm the winner!
Fergus Fink is the winner!
Not her!
- I'm the winner! Me!
- Would you cut that--!
- I'm the winner! It's Fergus!
- Don't you behave that way
- on my course!
- Fergus Fink is the winner!
- You calm down!
- You will regret this!
That is a red paddle! Ref!
- You'll regret this!
- Get him off my course.
- Get off right now!
- You'll pay for--!
Take your hands off me!
What is this?!
Release me! I'm the winner!
Good job, Runt.
We're all
so proud of you, Annie!
When do we all
go to London?
I don't know
that we are.
What do you mean?
They said she won an invitation
to the Krumpets Dog Show.
"Please be advised that all
flights and travel expenses,
"entrance fees, insurance,
ancillary costs
"and potential
fiscal liabilities
"not herein described
"are at the sole discretion
of the competitor."
What does that mean?
It means we can't afford to go.
Even with all this money?
I'm so sorry, Annie.
But we can win.
Sorry, everyone.
Forget it.
We can't make it work.
Look, if we stick to
the cheapest flights
and accommodation,
there is a chance.
How are we gonna
raise the money?
We'll do whatever
we need to do.
What? Mum, no.
No, you can't.
They're no use to me anymore.
And it's what Wally would want.
Those two rings
are about family.
And love. And sacrifice.
That's how I know
it's the right thing to do.
Won't get you all the way
there, but it's a start.
And I can always
make some more pies!
- No!
- Oh!
- No need to do that!
- You really don't have to!
- Good luck, Suse.
- Hello. Thanks.
- Ah, do you want a carrot pie?
- No.
- Thanks, Merv.
- There you go.
Vegetarian's lovely.
Ugh.
That dog is not a true athlete.
Good luck, Mrs Shearer.
Oh, thank you, Ms Formsby.
Oh, my!
- Good luck, Mrs Shearer.
- Thank you, Ken.
Please, help yourself to pies.
It's still not enough.
What--?
Where did you get all that?
- Robbed a bank.
- Really?
No, ya wood-duck!
You might even have enough now
to eat while you're over there.
- Should we tell Annie?
- Tell me what?
You're going to London!
But... but how?
- We all chipped in!
- Everyone did. The whole town.
Is it true?
It's not a Kind Lie?
We can really go?
We're really going!
It's the truth, love!
Alright, okay,
so we need to organise visas
and accommodation.
- And passports as well.
- Passports?
There's so much to do!
Look at this!
Who could that be?
Mr Shearer,
after several attempts
to contact you today,
I am here to inform you
that your sheep
have again committed
criminal trespass.
Earl, I'm sor--
I have estimated
the cost of damages
to be twelve thousand dollars.
Twelve thousand dollars?
What the f--?!
Furthermore...
...under clause eight
of the Ovine Charter,
I am entitled to take
possession of your herd
until such time as you
have paid the fee in full.
I am here
to serve you Legal Notice.
You have thirty days to pay.
Earl, this is entirely
unnecessary.
Look, me and Annie and Runt
will be there
first thing in the morning.
Alright? The fenceline's
nearly finished.
I promise you,
this is the last time.
Proposal denied.
I withdraw all permission
for you to enter my property,
and be advised that
should you do so in future
it will constitute
a criminal act.
Oh, a criminal act, eh?
There's only one criminal
in Upson Downs, mate,
and it's you.
You can stuff your ransom
up your jaxie!
Get off my property!
You're not paying
that man another cent.
He ruined your father.
I won't have him ruin you too.
We'll lose everything, Mum.
Will we?
Doesn't say anything here
about losing me.
Or Susie. Or the kids.
Or losing any of the memories
we've made here.
Doesn't say anything
about that.
The love we have
for each other.
Uh, yeah, it's...
So we won't lose everything,
will we?
No.
Listen,
you've worked bloody hard.
Your dad would be
so proud of you.
But I know
your heart's not in it.
I know Wally
wanted you to take over,
but above all else
he wanted you to be happy.
The most valuable things
we have are under this roof.
That's worth more than money
or land.
And that's what that bastard
over the hill will never have.
He can't buy it,
he can't seize it,
and he can't collect it.
Go and have an adventure
with your daughter.
That's the stuff that matters.
And who knows?
We might just win.
Quick! You'll miss your flight!
Okay, have you got your
passports and tickets?
Yes. And yes.
It's going to be
really cold over there,
so I thought
I would knit you guys
some Team Shearer uniforms.
Aw...
And I used our wool,
so you'll always have
a little bit of home with you.
And I, um...
I made that for Runt.
You're so clever.
Team Shearer. I really like it.
Go get 'em, Annie!
I'll look after it
while you're gone.
Hey, you look after
our little girl, yeah?
I will.
- I love you.
- I love you.
I haven't felt that
in a long time.
We just stepped in.
Oh, wow.
Wow, the room's stunning.
Ah, very spacious.
It's got, um...
plenty of character.
The view?
Well, let me have a look, eh?
Whoo-hoo-hoo-hoo!
Wowie!
Yeah, it's brilliant!
Ah, it goes for miles.
What's that? The... I think
I can see the London Bridge.
Yeah.
Alright, love, I will.
Your mother says she loves you
and do not forget to
brush your hair before bed.
We should get there
early tomorrow.
The qualifying heats
are in the morning,
and then the final
is in the afternoon.
If we even make it that far.
Of course
you'll make the final.
Is that another one
of your Kind Lies?
No. It's because
I believe in you.
I suppose we'd better
get some kip, eh?
Comfortable.
"Dear Bernadette,
"we made it to
the Krumpets Dog Show.
"I hope we can
make it to the final.
"I didn't get a chance
to thank you for helping us.
"You should meet
my Grandma Dolly.
"I think you would
really like her.
"Maybe one day you can
visit us in Upson Downs,
"if we still have our farm.
"Your friend, Annie Shearer."
Welcome to Krumpets Dog Show.
Where we are in
the qualifying heats
for the Agility Course
Grand Championship.
Now, currently in the lead
we have Hansel,
a German Pointer from Salzburg.
Following close behind is Moki,
a Border Collie from Osaka.
And in third place we have
Moose, a Siberian husky.
And fourth
in the current standings
is a veteran competitor
from Australia,
with his Papillon, Chariot,
Fergus Fink.
You know, speaking of
the Land Down Under, Camila,
we have a vibrant
new challenger
hailing from Upson Downs.
We do indeed, Basil.
Annie Shearer
is the youngest competitor
in the history
of this competition.
Okay, Annie.
They're ready for you.
Come on, Runt.
And here they are now.
Annie Shearer all the way
from Australia
with her mixed breed dog, Runt.
Now, a position
of fifth or higher
will guarantee
a place in the final.
Come on.
Runt, sit.
Good job.
I'm right here, Runt.
Same as always.
Just keep your eyes on me
and do your best.
Look - a little
shake of the paw.
And...
Go, go, go!
Up! Go tunnel!
Go Runt!
Up!
Up!
It's a qualifying time!
Yes!
[Basil Annie Shearer and Runt
are through to the final!
Time for Plan B.
What's... what's Plan B?
More fun than Plan A.
Scrounged up enough coins
to make the trip, did you?
I made a formal complaint
about your cheating,
however it appears that
Krumpets are willing
to compromise
the integrity of this event
by allowing you to compete.
Integrity is important,
isn't it?
Without it, we have nothing.
Seems the integrity
of your trousers
has been
a bit compromised, mate.
Simpkins, pass me that towel.
I've been defiled.
Enjoy your morning.
I'm sure
I'll bump into you later.
Good luck, Annie!
It is the moment
we've been waiting for,
the final of the Agility Course
Grand Championship.
Ten marvellous dogs
and their dedicated handlers,
from all parts of the world,
will be on display.
Including the talk
of the tournament,
ten-year-old Annie Shearer,
from Upson Downs.
- There she is!
- Oh!
There's Annie!
Max, put that thing down!
You've been pecking
at that keyboard
like an old hen for days.
Done!
The chocolate
Cocker Spaniel
with a fantastic run here.
Good job.
In all my years,
I don't think I've ever
witnessed competition
this stiff.
- Yes.
- Quite right.
Quite right indeed.
Look at it go!
It's like lightning!
Oh, piffle!
I could outrun that dog.
Oh, I can't watch.
An impeccable display
from our finalists, Camila.
It's a close one indeed.
Just two competitors remain,
both from Australia.
Next to the floor
is Fergus Fink.
Look at this big
sparkling toad!
Happiness is
a Kong Foo Sing
With good fortune
that it bring
Ah, the Kong Foo Sing
- Yeah, the Kong Foo Sing
- He's fast!
Ah, the Kong Foo Sing
Yeah, it's the king
And, Basil,
it is a time of 37.52.
That puts Fink
in first position.
Miss Shearer and Runt,
make your way through, please.
Okay.
You just go out there
and you be yourselves. Yeah?
You do your best
and you enjoy it.
Good luck.
We don't need luck.
Come on, Runt.
My daughter.
Oh! I'm so sorry.
Are you hurt?
I'm alright.
Thank goodness for that.
I wish you both
the best of luck out there.
May the best dog win.
Ladies and gentlemen,
this is our last competitor
of the day,
Annie Shearer and Runt.
There's our Annie!
Come on, Annie!
Come on, Runt! Let's go!
...the toughness
of the competition...
Come on, Runt!
Whoo!
Oh no.
He's not wearing his blinders.
They must have fallen off.
Can I go back and get them, please?
Leaving the course boundary
is automatic disqualification,
I'm afraid.
Take your position, please.
But he needs them.
Take your position, please.
You can do this, Runt.
You just... have to.
It's for our home.
And it's for all those people
who gave us a little bit
of what they had
so that we could be here.
It's only a few seconds
right now,
but it will mean everything
for every minute
and every hour and every day
that comes after.
Final warning!
Come on, Runt.
You can do this, Runt.
You've got this, Runt.
You've got this.
Runt, you've got this.
And go, go, go, go, go!
Come on, Runt. Hup, hup!
Please, Runt! Please!
Come on through.
Oh no, Annie!
Oh, for goodness sake, Bryan,
you melon of a man!
Get out there and help her!
Out of the way! Hey!
That's my daughter!
Hey.
I couldn't do it.
We didn't win.
Oh, it's okay, love.
It's okay.
I just wanted to...
- to fix everything.
- Hey, come here.
You hear that?
They're cheering for you.
Yeah?
'Cause you're so bloody brave.
You're so brave.
You should be
proud of yourself.
A fairytale
victory for Fergus Fink.
Although our hearts
have been stolen
by another team from Australia.
Thank you. Thank you.
Yes.
I am the winner.
You're kidding!
Ha-ha, yes, I am!
I'll be stuffed! It works!
It's raining! It's raining!
Yeah!
My water. My water!
Oh-ho...!
Argh! My water...!
What are you doing?
What are you doing?
Stop it.
Stop it at once!
You shouldn't be
clapping for her!
I won!
You should be clapping for me!
I finally did it.
I am the best in the world!
Mr Fink!
Chariot...
is the best in the world.
She won. Not you.
Because she is brilliant.
You... are a despicable,
horrible cheat.
I quit.
You'll be back!
You both will!
You're nothing without me!
Simpkins! Simpkins!
Can we go?
Oh, it's a miracle!
- Whoa!
- What have you done?
Annie!
Roger Bean, Canine Times!
The whole world is reacting
to your remarkable--
Wowie.
What was all that about?
There must be
another exit somewhere.
There's a service entry
through the main hall.
Oh, righto, then.
Hey, you alright?
Come on, let's get back
to the hotel.
There's a place
I want to show you.
And I thought
my greenhouse was big!
This is amazing, Annie.
Extraordinary.
I really thought
we were going to win.
Even without the blinders.
I'm sorry, mate.
Maybe we can try again
next year.
Maybe we can get him a special
coach, maybe that'll fix him.
He doesn't need fixing.
He's not broken.
He's just Runt.
But I've been asking him
to be someone he's not,
and that's not fair for me
to do that.
The worst thing is...
it was all for nothing.
Nothing?
Annie, you two
made it to the final
of the Krumpets Dog Show.
That's not nothing.
That's amazing.
But we didn't win.
And now we can't pay
the overdraft on the overdraft,
and we can't pay
Mr Robert-Barren,
and we'll lose our home.
That's what all this
has been about, huh?
Annie, you are thoughtful
and clever and so kind,
but you don't need to carry
the weight of the world
in your tool belt,
and you don't need
to fix everything.
But fixing things
makes me happy.
I know.
But if you're too busy
trying to find things to fix,
you miss out on all the stuff
that already works.
You know, I think
I've been asking myself
to be someone I'm not
for a long time,
just so I can fix things.
That's a Kind Lie, though.
It is. But it might be time
to let the truth have a run.
Thank you.
No, love. Thank you.
Must be home.
I hope they're not too upset.
- Why are you all drenched?
- It's raining!
- What?
- It worked, Annie!
The Rainmaker worked!
You made a whole storm!
But that's not all!
You've gone viral!
Huh? Is she alright?
Not that kind of viral,
Bryan, ya biscuit!
Computer viral!
I made a video
about you and Runt.
It's had twenty million views!
My notifications
are off the hook!
Wow.
Uh... we... we're gonna
call you back in a minute.
- Righto! Bye!
- Love you!
Well done, Annie!
M-m-mwah!
Wowie.
You better get used to people
lookin' at ya, mate.
What's happening?
Ahh, you'll see.
- Hey, Gretel!
- Mr Shearer!
Got some more plants
from the nursery.
- Thank you.
- How we doing?
- Mum!
- Hey, darling! How exciting!
- Hi.
- Hey, Annie!
I wanted to apologise
for what happened at Krumpets.
The good news is Fergus Fink
was officially disqualified
and stripped of his title.
G'day, viewers,
thanks for tuning in.
Got my eight millionth
subscriber during the week,
so, pretty happy with that.
Rock'n'roll!
- Bernadette!
- Annie!
- Did you get my postcard?
- I did indeed.
And I thought a visit
was overdue.
And to tell you the truth,
I enjoy your company.
I have someone
I want to introduce you to.
This is my new friend.
And I named her Annie.
Oh!
Goodness me.
Hello there.
Come on, Runt, it's time!
Hey, Annie,
there's been a lot of changes
in Upson Downs.
A lot of folks have come back
to their farms,
and we've welcomed
a lot of new faces too.
It's a new day,
and that's why we thought
it's the perfect time
we get a new town mascot.
Someone we all love,
who gave us hope
when we needed it most.
Do you want to do the honours?
Hey, have a look.
We fixed things.
Together.
That's right.
Yeah!
Come here, you!
Come on, Runt!
Family photo!
We've been through
So many ups and downs
The falls and bruises
The leaps and bounds
We've been hemmed in tight
We've been forced out wide
But we've stayed
side by side
Side by side
Side by side
We've been through
The drought
and the flood
We've sucked up the dust
My God
We've struggled in the mud
We've been up against it
In big cities
and small towns
Yes, we've had
our ups and downs
Ups and downs
Doo-doo-doo-doo, doo-doo
Doo-doo-doo
Doo-doo-doo-doo, doo-doo
Doo-doo-doo
Doo-doo-doo-doo
They wrote us off
All the ones you knew best
We were underestimated
North and south
and east and west
They smiled
and shook their heads
And said
"Too bad, so long"
"You're dead and gone"
"Dead and gone"
But you had me
and I had you
And all our true believers
Family, friends
And strangers too
Sure, we had our doubts
But just enough of pride
And we stayed side by side
Side by side
Yes, we stayed side by side
Side by side
Doo-doo-doo-doo, doo-doo
Doo-doo-doo
Doo-doo-doo-doo, doo-doo
Doo-doo-doo
Doo-doo-doo-doo
When I was hurting
You didn't fuss too much
Your comfort was all grace
The lightest of touch
Now these good blessings
Are raining at our door
Let 'em pour
Hard times
Come no more
Come no more
Hard times
Come no more
Come no more
Hard times...
Doo-doo-doo-doo, doo-doo
Come no more
Hard times...
Doo-doo-doo-doo, doo-doo
Doo-doo-doo
Come no more
One, two, three!
We've been through
The heat and the cold
Some days we've felt so young
Too many days too old
Some days we'd stumble
Some days we'd stride
But we've stayed
side by side
Side by side
Always stayed side by side
Side by side
Side by side.
And go!
Hey?