Kids’ entertainment distributor Cake has signed a new deal with ITV for its popular animated kids show Dodo, which is produced by Bristol-based Wildseed Studios. The show began its run on the U.K.’s CITV on Sept. 20, which will broadcast 40 episodes after a second season was greenlit by Sky. The first season won the U.K.’s Broadcast Digital Award for Best Children’s Content this year.
Based on the award-winning film and YouTube hit Not The End Of The World by British creator and series director Jack Bennett, Dodo (40 X 11) is produced by Helen Stern (Gumball), directed by Bennett, with the support of Ben Ward (Horrible Histories) on scripting and with executive guidance provided by Wildseed’s Head of Kids and Animation Sarah Mattingley. The show is described as a funny, relatable and heart-warming portrayal of everyday school life as experienced by 11-year-old Joe Connolly as he navigates the dramas and pitfalls of his first year at secondary school. With new situations and embarrassments around every corner, small events mean big drama for Joe, as he tries to fit in, make new friends, girlfriends and even loses his school trousers.
“A second season means more drama for Joe and his friends, and we are delighted to have ITV on board in this funny and poignant coming-of-age comedy which perfectly captures the hilarious and awkward experiences of teenage years,” says Ed Galton, CEO at CAKE.
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Here is the show’s promo:
