Explained: Feathers McGraw's Role in Chicken Run 2

Feathers McGraw recently made a brief appearance in Chicken Run 2, leaving fans wondering why. One theory suggests that he was there to add a mysterious element to the beloved cast's adventure as they attempt to break into a new chicken farm, 23 years after the original film.

Some fans spotted a brief appearance by Feathers McGraw, a widely regarded as one of the greatest villains in cinematic history, in the Aardman Animations sequel now streaming on Netflix. Here's one possible explanation for why Feathers McGraw makes an appearance in Chicken Run 2.

Why is Feathers McGraw in Chicken Run 2?

According to fans, Feathers McGraw might not have broken out of prison to join the Chicken Run 2 gang, as the sequel might have been set before the events of The Wrong Trousers.

Chicken Run 2 recently debuted on Netflix, and fans were excited to see Feathers McGraw make a cameo in the final scene. After the gang successfully rescues chickens from Mrs. Tweedy’s new factory, they make it their mission to continue helping hens in need, with Feathers joining the group as they take on a small farm.

Fans of Aardman will recognize Feathers from his iconic role in the Wallace & Gromit film, The Wrong Trousers. In this film, Feathers, a penguin disguised as a chicken, takes up residence in Wallace's house, leading Gromit to realize his true identity as a wanted criminal. After a series of adventures, a newspaper article reveals that Feathers ends up in prison at the city zoo.

The recent appearance of Feathers McGraw in Chicken Run 2 has sparked curiosity among fans about how the character broke out of prison to join Ginger and the others. However, the timeline of the ACU (Aardman Cinematic Universe) may not be what it appears to be. According to a Q&A session with the Dawn of the Nugget team, the sequel is reportedly set between the 1950s and 60s, meaning that Chicken Run 2 actually takes place before The Wrong Trousers, which is set in 1993.

Feathers' involvement in the events of Dawn of the Nugget, including being caught up in a hen heist, may have led to him becoming known as a wanted criminal and eventually heading to Wallace many years later. While the fictional year of The Wrong Trousers is unspecified, certain species of penguins can live for approximately 30 years, supporting the timeline of Chicken Run 2 being set in the 1960s.

However, it's worth considering the above information with skepticism. After all, how many real-life penguins are capable of using guns and ending up on the most wanted list?

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Editor's P/S

As a Gen Z fan, I was thrilled to see Feathers McGraw make a surprise appearance in Chicken Run 2. It was a nostalgic moment that brought back memories of watching Wallace and Gromit as a child. Feathers McGraw is such an iconic villain, and his cameo added an element of excitement and intrigue to the film. I couldn't help but wonder how he ended up in the Chicken Run universe and what role he would play in the story.

The theory that Chicken Run 2 is set before The Wrong Trousers is an interesting one, and it would certainly explain how Feathers McGraw could be involved in the events of the film. However, I think it's also possible that Feathers McGraw's appearance is simply a fun Easter egg for fans of Aardman Animations. Either way, I'm glad that Feathers McGraw made an appearance in Chicken Run 2, and I hope we get to see more of him in future Aardman projects.