Teletubbies! Who can forget the four adorable aliens we watched as kids. This show is every 90’s kids’ favorite cartoon or at least in the top 5 favorites. At that time we were too young to notice the unique concept of Teletubbies but that was the point! A show created purely for entertainment.
A British children’s television series that first aired on 31st March 1997. Teletubbies is still one of the biggest hits on children’s television. The concept was such that four colorful aliens lived in an alien land. There they were watched over by Sun baby (Jess Smith) and all they ate was Tubby toast and Tubby custard. The name ‘Teletubbies’ since each of them had an antenna and a screen on their tummy. And that screen connected to children all around the world, who shared their own stories.
The antenna and the colors of the characters helped kids identify who was who. The names of the adorable characters were Tinky Winky, Dipsy, Laa-Laa, and Po. This show has been the most kid-friendly one among others. However, it has gone through a few controversies. Nevertheless, the fact remains that Teletubbies is one of the most loved shows. And For kids, this show is fascinating to watch as it takes you to a different world!
Teletubbies Filming Locations
Teletubbies is filmed in two parts, the original from 1997 to 2001 filmed in a field in Stratford. Whereas the revised production of Teletubies (2015-present) took place in Twickenham Studios in Wimpstone, London. Evidently, the second part is the new and revised version of the original. And this version is the one streaming on YouTube and other platforms.
In Twickenham, the filming happened on a miniature 3D model instead of an open field. But that was not all! makers wanted to keep the revised version as close to the original. So, they created a similar setup in post-production, and the Teletubbies filmed around a blue screen. Obviously, the revised version had many improvements. Whether it is the camera quality or the work efficiency. Shooting on the field had drawbacks like weather control etc But indoor shoots will let you avoid that.
How to Watch the Series Now?
Teletubbies is available to watch on YouTube and on the Nicklodean Jr app. It is also coming on Netflix very soon! We don’t know how much of it will be aired yet. But probably we will see the original Teletubbies by creators Anne Wood and Andrew Davenport, soon on Netflix!
The Legacy of Teletubbies…
The pre-school favorite show Teletubbies is a forever favorite. Now, its legacy continues through digital platforms. Heard of YouTube? you can show your younger siblings or kids what you watched as a kid. It’s a kid-friendly show, with no malice, no cuss words just pure innocence.
You might remember the Teletubbies goodies, they are plenty and still available on Amazon and other sites. Everything from backpacks, to Teletubbies dolls and other merchandise. Golden Bear Toys is the first manufacturing company to have produced Teletubbies dolls. Those toys became international sellers in a short time. So, it opened the market further and new merch was introduced. And in order to expand internationally, talking dolls have been manufactured that speak in multiple languages. Apart from merch, PNG games were also a thing! Microsoft introduced a toy based on these characters called “ActiMates” and that’s how it all began.
Gradually, this show became a phenomenon! These characters became the most famous Halloween costumes and Christmas gifts. People even camped outside stores to buy their merchandise.
Other than that, there were live shows in London and in New york. Some of the most popular locations were occupied by Teletubbies including Times Square, Apollo Theatre, and Grand Central Terminal. Even the cast of Teletubbies went on NBC’s The Today Show. It became a phenomenon then and has a huge legacy now. So, I won’t be surprised if kids continue to discover Teletubbies and adore them!
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