Fate initially does not treat Dumbo well. His ears, which are far too large even for an elephant, only cause trouble for the circus child. The little clumsy one constantly trips over them, ruining his first big performance. Fortunately, Dumbo has a friend, the clever mouse Timothy. He firmly believes that his protégé is a very special elephant. And he is right, because those troublesome ears are perfect for flying. Dumbo becomes a star in the ring.