April 10th 2024.
Great news for all 80s fans! The beloved children's TV show, Button Moon, is finally making a comeback and will be available to watch once again. Many of us have fond memories of following the adventures of Mr. and Mrs. Spoon as they traveled through space in their baked beans can rocket, soaring across the blankety sky. It's hard not to feel a sense of nostalgia for this classic show that captured our hearts and imaginations.
But wait, that's not all! Another retro gem, Willo the Wisp, will also be gracing our screens once again. This show, originally narrated and voiced by the legendary Kenneth Williams, premiered on the BBC in 1981. It featured a lovable gas sprite named Willo, along with a cast of other magical creatures like Mavis the fairy and Arthur the caterpillar. Who could forget the iconic Evil Edna, a witch shaped like a TV? Disney even attempted to revive the series in 2005, but it didn't quite take off and was eventually scrapped.
It's been quite some time since we've seen these shows on our TV screens. Willo the Wisp had a brief revival on Channel 4, but Button Moon has largely been lost since its original run in the 80s. The show's familiar handmade style was first introduced as a sketch on ITV's Rainbow before becoming its own spin-off series. And what a success it was! The first season, which aired in 1980, featured 13 episodes of Mr. Spoon's family living on Junk Planet.
But the good news doesn't stop there. Thanks to ITVX, we'll now have access to all 91 episodes of Button Moon on Britbox starting in June. This streaming service, recently acquired by ITVX, offers a Premium subscription that includes a variety of popular children's shows. Button Moon and Willo the Wisp are just some of the great options available.
It's clear that these shows have stood the test of time, with Button Moon even getting an extended run of six more series, each with 13 episodes. Over the years, these 10-minute long episodes have been shown on various channels like Gold, Nick Jr Classic, and The Children's Channel. But now, we can watch them whenever we'd like on Britbox.
Do you have a story to share about these beloved shows? The Agency entertainment team wants to hear from you! You can email us, call us, or visit our Submit Stuff page for more information. And while we're on the topic of nostalgia, let's not forget about other 80s favorites like "Total Eclipse of the Heart" topping the charts during solar eclipses. It's clear that these shows and songs still hold a special place in our hearts. Let's relive those cherished memories once again.
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