Kipper (TV series)
| Kipper | |
|---|---|
 | |
| Genre | Children's show |
| Created by | Mick Inkpen |
| Based on | Kipper the Dog books by Mick Inkpen |
| No. of seasons | 6 |
| No. of episodes | 78 (list of episodes) |
| Production | |
| Running time | 8 minutes |
| Release | |
| Original network |
Nickelodeon Nick Jr. ITV |
| Picture format | 4:3 |
| Original release | February 8, 1999 – September 5, 2006 |
| External links | |
| Website |
www |
Kipper is a British animated television series based on the characters from the Kipper the Dog book series. In some cases, the episodes are specifically based on particular stories by Mick Inkpen. The videos have won awards including a BAFTA award for best children's animation. The series aired on CITV in the United Kingdom and Nick Jr. in the United States.
The show was released on VHS and DVD by HIT Entertainment.
Summary
In this charming collection of tales, the series follows Kipper as he go on many fun and exciting adventures with his friends Tiger, Pig, Arnold, and Jake.
Cast of characters
- Kipper the Dog (Voiced by Martin Clunes) - A warm-hearted and curious puppy. Kipper is not at all selfish, though he is known to be a hoarder. Kipper is likely portrayed after beagle, beagle mix or Jack Russell terrier breed.
- Tiger the Dog (Voiced by Chris Lang) - Kipper's best friend. He is more practical and wise than Kipper. Sometimes Tiger can be very smug and naughty, though he really is a kind puppy at heart. Tiger is likely portrayed after Scottish Terrier breed.
- Jake the Dog (Voiced by Chris Lang)- A friendly sheepdog pup who is one of Kipper's best friends. He is a minor character on Kipper. However, He, Kipper and Tiger have had many adventures together.
- Pig (Voiced by Chris Lang)- Kipper's other best friend. Pig likes to eat chocolate cakes and cookies and at times can be misjudging. He speaks with a Brummie accent.
- Arnold Pig - Pig's toddler cousin who is more aware than Pig and he usually says nothing, but at times he says simple words like "duck" and "igloo". Arnold has many exciting encounters while the older ones are occupied.
- Mouse (Voiced by Julia Sawalha) - A young female mouse who lives with Kipper at his house.
- The Bleeper People - A couple of twin brother space aliens who live on the moon.
- Ghost - A friendly ghost who visits Kipper's house. Kipper wanted to help him to make him be scary.
- Mr. Frog - A magical frog who runs into Kipper at times.
Episodes
| Season | Episodes | Originally aired | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| First aired | Last aired | |||
| 1 | 13 | 5 September 1997 | 28 November 1997 | |
| 2 | 13 | 24 September 1998 | 17 December 1998 | |
| 3 | 13 | 21 January 1999 | 15 April 1999 | |
| 4 | 13 | 23 September 1999 | 16 December 1999 | |
| 5 | 13 | 20 January 2000 | 13 April 2000 | |
| 6 | 13 | 28 September 2000 | 21 December 2000 | |
VHS and DVD releases
- The Visitor and Other Stories (1999)
- Pig's Present and Other Stories (1999)
- Snowy Day and Other Stories (2000)
- Pools, Parks and Picnics (2001)
- Tiger Tales (2001)
- Imagine That! (2002)
- Cuddly Critters (2002)
- Amazing Discoveries! (2002)
- Let It Snow (2002)
- Playtime (2002)
- Fun in the Sun (2003)
- Friendship Tails (2003)
- Water Play (2004)
- Tales of Adventure (2004)
- Kipper Helps Out (2005)
- Puppy Love (2005)
External links
- Official website
- List of Kipper episodes on IMDb
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