"Happy town"
Sky Kids is unveiling an exciting slate of brand-new original shows and returning favorites at this year’s Kidscreen Summit, reaffirming its commitment to providing high-quality, innovative, and entertaining content for young audiences. With a mix of laughter, heartwarming storytelling, and peaceful moments, the upcoming lineup is set to captivate kids and families across the UK. Below is a brief overview of each show.
The brand-new original series, "Funny Talking Animals," combines real wildlife footage, state-of-the-art animation, and the candid voices of young children. With narration from BAFTA-winning comedian and TV personality Iain Stirling, the series is set to entertain viewers across the country as real animals, voiced by real kids, tell real stories about anything and everything. Expect discussions about favorite and least favorite foods, pocket money, tackling monsters under the bed, and more—all from the Funny Talking Animals!
Mel B’s children’s television debut, "Happy Town," follows the problem-solving adventures of an adorable hedgehog and ladybird best friend duo, Pep and Tabitha, in a charming and unique community. The brightness of the light in Happy Town depends on the townsfolks’ glee, so each time it starts to fade, the duo sets out on a mission to make the sign shine bright again by helping others and encouraging everyone to do the same—all narrated by Mel B.
Also, "BooSnoo!" has been recommissioned for a third season, offering children moments of calm and creativity through its unique approach. Visually mesmerizing and perfect for young and neurodiverse children, "BooSnoo!" continues to provide a much-needed breather in a busy world.
From the multi-award-winning Bristol-based studio Aardman and director Lucy Izzard, "The Very Small Creatures" has also been recommissioned for a third season, featuring themed story arcs like bedtime, celebrations, and messy play. Packed with comedy and emotional storytelling, this season continues to highlight the charm of the lovable five creatures.
Lucy Murphy, Director of Kids Content at Sky, among other points, celebrated the first co-production with BBC Studios: "With this new slate of commissions from Sky Kids, we are excited to continue investing in the UK’s creative industry and working with amazing talent in British studios across the UK. Working with the brilliant Mel B and Iain Stirling has been a joy—we know our audience will love the warmth and comedy they bring to our brand-new shows 'Happy Town' and 'Funny Talking Animals.' And of course, we are delighted to be announcing our first co-production with BBC Studios, 'Funny Talking Animals.," commented.