October 22nd 2024.
The delightful children's TV show from the 90s, Pingu, is making a comeback! After its initial run of ten years from 1990, the beloved Swiss-German animated series about a family of anthropomorphic emperor penguins living in the South Pole is returning to our screens. Fans will once again be able to join Pingu on his many adventures with his little sister Pinga, and his friends Robby and Pingi.
In 2003, the show was revived in the United Kingdom and even received a Bafta nomination in 2005. And now, the news is out that Pingu is coming back as a new stop-motion series, co-developed by Mattel and Aardman. The iconic toy and entertainment company is teaming up with the creators of Wallace and Gromit and Chicken Run to bring us more "snow-filled stories" about our favorite penguin that are sure to warm hearts worldwide.
While Pingu has always been a fan favorite, it has also faced some controversy over the years. Some episodes were deemed too frightening, inappropriate, or violent for children and were either censored or banned in various countries. The creators and rights holders made the decision to pull these episodes from broadcast, causing some disappointment among viewers.
One of the episodes that caused a stir was "Hello, Pingu," where the main character is smacked on the head by his mother Pingg. This scene was cut from the VHS release due to concerns about violence. Another episode, "Pingu Looks After the Egg," showed Pingu hiding in a cupboard, which made broadcasters uneasy and resulted in its removal from the BBC's VHS release. Additionally, "Pingu Runs Away," where Pingu is spanked by his mother and leaves the family igloo, was completely cut from broadcast and removed from British television in 2005, 15 years after its initial airing.
In another episode, "Pingu's Dream," a giant walrus terrified young viewers, leading to its removal from British television in 2003. And in "Pingu Quarrels With His Mother," a scene where penguins kiss caused enough concern to have it banned in the United States. These were just a few examples of episodes that were either not aired or pulled from broadcast in different countries.
Despite the controversy, Pingu has remained popular and has had a total of 104 five-minute episodes made from 1990 to 2000, with an additional 52 created during the revival. Aardman's chief creative director Sarah Cox expressed her excitement about reviving the series after 18 years, saying it was a "natural and enticing combination." She also mentioned the show's universal appeal, with its stop-frame animation, quirky humor, and character-driven storytelling that transcends language barriers.
So, get ready to join Pingu and his friends on new adventures as the show returns to our screens. And if you have a celebrity story, video, or pictures related to Pingu, don't hesitate to get in touch with the entertainment team at The Agency. They would love to hear from you!
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