ABC has acquired Emerald, the spin-off from Isadora Moon franchise. The original Isadora Moon series is streaming now on iView.
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I canât believe Iâm saying this, but when 10 of all our networks is supplying the most childrenâs programming outside preschool, youâve got problems.
ABC should really have channels for all ages IMO.
It is sad times for locally made childrenâs television, and to come.
Although ABC is making programs, itâs not as much as they used to. 10 has made very few shows in recent years, although airing at obscure slots with zero promotion. Seven and Nine? Well, pretty much nothing.
10 still make shows outside preschool, and they do run a teen/tween channel in Nickelodeon with not half-bad shows (Spongebob, Fairly OddParents come to mind)
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Really could have done with the Bluey revenue, oh well.
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Itâs a shame they got rid of ABC3/ABC ME as many people including me grew up watching that channel and it was awesome. The kids of now wouldnât know what theyâve missed out on.
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Although ABC3âs proposed format was never actually realized by any stretch either as the whole 100% local production thing fell victim to cheap international co-productions or imported series.
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The good thing about ABC3/ABC ME is that it had a very decent variety of kids shows that were local and international to show. Now with that gone, theyâre getting most of their programming cheap from an American cable channel to fill up the timeslot and not as much Australian content to show.
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Yes, but the Rudd governmentâs initial commitment was to have ABC3 as an entirely local childrenâs service, which it never actually became; at best, it was ABCâs version of CBBC, if that.
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TBH⌠from memory it was about 70% local content throughout the day. Not a bad effort.
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Andy Lee was on Fifi, Fev and Nick on Fox FM today to give an update on Do Not Watch This Show season 3. Andy said that Fifi would be sharing the screen with Hugh Jackman in the next season, while Brendan Fevola would also appear. As for season 2 which starts next week, Andy said guest voices would include the likes of Kate Langbroek, Shaun Micallef, Dave Hughes, Becky Lucas, Leigh Sales, Sam Pang, Celia Pacquola, Rob Sitch and Angus Sampson.
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Guiby the Super Baby also has a presence on Roblox and YouTube, on which English-language episodes launched last week.
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Industry sources said AI clauses are now frequently appearing in kidsâ contracts on TV and film projects, but Hasbroâs embrace of the terms on Peppa Pig has become a lightning rod for concern.
Nearly 1,000 people have signed an open letter, organized by the Agents of Young Performers Association (AYPA), condemning AI terms on an âinternational childrenâs franchise.â
Hasbro told Deadline that it was committed to protecting child performers, adding that it wished to approach discussions about artificial intelligence responsibly and transparently.
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TV Week interview with Andy Lee on Do Not Watch This Show
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High Hoops is streaming on ABC iView, with The Lady Grace Mysteries season one premiering on the platform on July 10.
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Mission accepted: Cameras roll on Knee High Spies Season 2
The ABC, the Australian Childrenâs Television Foundation (ACTF) and VicScreen are delighted to announce that Knee High Spies Season 2 is now in production in Melbourne.
Knee High Spies Season 1 burst out of the gates with 57 million minutes watched since launch last year. The series took home the BANFF Rockie Award for Children: Live Action, SPA Awards Childrenâs Production of the Year, and is nominated for a Logie Award for Best Childrenâs Program.
Now, the lovable toy spies are back in action, embarking on new missions to protect their human family â played by Christie Whelan Browne, Gareth Yuen, Josie Bath and Archie Zhang â from the sneaky schemes of their pet guinea pig, Silver Paw (voiced by Ali McGregor).
Join cuddly heroes Jeremy, Deena, Squash and Moss as they tackle Silver Pawâs antics, whether itâs meddling with the kidsâ epic pillow fort, sabotaging a family game of leap the lava, or causing trouble with an adorable pet bunny. To save the day, theyâll need help from preschoolers around the country to solve a fresh batch of brainteasing puzzles and uncover clues along the way.
The Werner Film Productions series is created by Tim Bain, directed by Jack Jameson and produced by Nicole Minchin.
Creator Tim Bain said âThe Knee High Spies team is thrilled to be back in production, working our magic to bring the toy spies to life again with spectacular new adventures.â
ABC Head of Children & Family, Melinda Wearne said, âKnee High Spies quickly captured the imaginations of young viewers and their families with its exciting adventures and uniquely interactive nature. We canât wait to see more of this original series on the ABC next year.â
ACTF Head of Content Bernadette OâMahony said, âItâs delightful to be back in the world of Knee High Spies again with such a talented team, and scripts that are so much fun â these new adventures with our tiny spies are going to be enjoyed by audiences here and around the world.â
VicScreen CEO Caroline Pitcher said, âWeâre thrilled to welcome Knee High Spies back to Victoria for a second series. Great childrenâs content sparks imagination, curiosity and confidence, and this clever, fun-filled series has captured the hearts of young audiences and families alike. VicScreen is proud to support the next chapter of this home-grown success story and the talented team bringing it to life.â
Production credit: Knee High Spies Season 2 is a Werner Films production for the ABC. Major production funding from the ABC and the Australian Childrenâs Television Foundation (ACTF). Financed in association with VicScreen. Developed with the assistance of the ABC and the ACTF. Distributed internationally by the ACTF.
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