They say there's no place like home, but what does HOME really mean to you? It can be more than a place. It can be people. It can even be a feeling...
RTÉjr have teamed up with six amazing Irish animation companies who bring to life what home means to them with six short animated films.
You can stream them all now on RTÉ Player, watch the trailer above and read on to find out more about the films...
Saving Chops from Studio Meala - Directed by Cora McKenna
A rambunctious stray cat desperately searches for a place to call home. Risking life and limb (literally) before finally, a home finds her instead. Based on a true story by the way!!
Homebird from Pink Kong Studios - Directed by Aoífe Doyle
The touching reunions Steo witnesses on the tarmac of Dublin's busiest avian airport give him an epiphany…maybe he should leave too and get a real homecoming when he comes back! But, what about his gammy wing?!
Big thanks to our own Carl Mullan who stars as the voice of Steo!
The Mighty Oak from Adventureverse - Directed by Dave Minogue
From the heart of the forest to the edge of civilization, a young oak trees journey redefines 'home' in a constantly evolving world.
The Mighty Oak is an animated short film that traces the massive tree from a tiny acrorn as it sees all the changes around it in the world.
Stream the Mighty Oak now on RTÉ Player!
Dembaya from JAM Media - Directed by Borja Espana Guillot
Forced to flee their African village due to war, a young girl and her family seek refuge in Ireland. As they rebuild their lives, they discover that home is not just a place, but a feeling they create together.
Drawn Together from Cardel - Directed by Domhnall Cotter
After moving into a pristine new house, James, a young single father and his shy, creative son, Tom, clash when he starts to draw on the walkls of their new home. But, will this drive them apart or draw them together?
Stream the film now on RTÉ Player
Envelope from Distillery Films - Directed by Kayvon Darabi-Fard
The exchange of handwritten letters between characters, with one writer seeking connection at home and another searching for their own place to call home.
Stream Envelope now on RTÉ Player!
We hope you enjoy the films and we want to say well done to all the amazing people who worked on them. We love working with our friends at Animation Ireland to bring new talent to your screens.
Stream all six Home animations now on RTÉ Player
