The 100 Greatest TV Kids' Shows from Channel 4
by john-35318 | created - 04 Apr 2018 | updated - 04 Apr 2018 | PublicChannel 4 viewers voted for their favourite children's television programmes of all time.
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1. The Simpsons (1989– )
TV-14 | 22 min | Animation, Comedy
The satiric adventures of a working-class family in the misfit city of Springfield.
Stars: Dan Castellaneta, Nancy Cartwright, Harry Shearer, Julie Kavner
Votes: 435,854
2. The Muppet Show (1976–1981)
TV-G | 30 min | Comedy, Family, Musical
Kermit the Frog and his fellow Muppets put on a vaudeville show at their theatre, bringing in a famous celebrity to help out for each episode.
Stars: Jim Henson, Frank Oz, Richard Hunt, Dave Goelz
Votes: 26,235
3. Danger Mouse (1981–1992)
TV-Y | 25 min | Animation, Action, Adventure
Danger Mouse, the greatest secret agent in the world, must follow Colonel K's orders (and try not to break Professor Squawkencluck's inventions) to foil Baron Greenback's and his henchman Stiletto's plans.
Stars: David Jason, Terry Scott, Edward Kelsey, Victor Knight
Votes: 3,912
4. Bagpuss (1974)
15 min | Animation, Comedy, Family
Bagpuss and his friends are toys in a turn of the century shop for 'found things'. When young Emily brings them a new object, the toys come to life to work out what the strange new thing could possibly be.
Stars: Oliver Postgate, Sandra Kerr, John Faulkner, Emily Firmin
Votes: 1,096
5. Grange Hill (1978–2008)
30 min | Comedy, Drama, Family
The long running television series of the Grange Hill Comprehensive School, and the children's everyday lives.
Stars: Stuart Organ, Gwyneth Powell, Lee Cornes, Sally Geoghegan
Votes: 1,660
6. Mr Benn (1971–2005)
15 min | Animation, Short, Family
Mr Benn enters a magical costume shop where he travels to places dictated by his costume, and solves problems . The shopkeeper aids Mr Benn escape to the dressing room at moments of peril. Quantum Leap without Gooshie.
Star: Ray Brooks
Votes: 955
7. Rainbow (1972–1992)
22 min | Family, Talk-Show
Children's puppet programme featuring music and stories.
Stars: Geoffrey Hayes, Roy Skelton, Stanley Bates, Rod Burton
Votes: 980
8. Scooby Doo, Where Are You! (1969–1978)
TV-G | 22 min | Animation, Adventure, Comedy
A group of teenage friends and their Great Dane (Scooby-Doo) travel in a bright green van solving strange and hilarious mysteries, while returning from or going to a regular teenage function.
Stars: Don Messick, Casey Kasem, Nicole Jaffe, Vic Perrin
Votes: 41,519
9. Doctor Who (1963–1989)
TV-PG | 25 min | Adventure, Drama, Family
The adventures in time and space of the Doctor, a Time Lord who changes appearance and personality by regenerating when near death, and is joined by companions in battles against aliens and other megalomaniacs.
Stars: William Hartnell, Patrick Troughton, Jon Pertwee, Tom Baker
Votes: 39,522
10. He-Man and the Masters of the Universe (1983–1985)
TV-Y7 | 30 min | Animation, Action, Adventure
The most powerful man in the universe, He-Man, goes against the evil forces of Skeletor to save the planet Eternia and to protect the secrets of Castle Grayskull.
Stars: John Erwin, Alan Oppenheimer, Linda Gary, Lou Scheimer
Votes: 20,040
11. The Magic Roundabout (1964–1995)
5 min | Animation, Adventure, Comedy
Cult classic children's animated series about a group of human and animal characters that gather at the roundabout / carousel in the park. Although the original series is French there are multiple dubbed versions from other countries.
Stars: Eric Thompson, Patricia Danot, Micheline Dax, Bernard Haller
Votes: 433
12. Rentaghost (1976–1984)
25 min | Comedy, Family, Fantasy
After his death, Fred Mumford wants a second chance at achieving the success that eluded him in life. Coming back to Earth as a spirit, he recruits a Victorian gent and a medieval jester to set up "Rentaghost".
Stars: Michael Staniforth, Edward Brayshaw, Ann Emery, William Perrie
Votes: 666
13. The Clangers (1969–1974)
10 min | Animation, Family, Sci-Fi
The series chronicled the melancholically funny lives of the Clangers, a flutey-voiced family of woolen, knitted aliens living below the surface of a knobbly little planet far out in space.... See full summary »
Star: Oliver Postgate
Votes: 732
14. Puss Gets the Boot (1940)
Approved | 9 min | Animation, Short, Comedy
Tom (Jasper) gets told that if he breaks one more thing he is getting thrown out, so Jerry (Jinx) tries his best to make Jasper "Get the Boot".
Directors: Joseph Barbera, William Hanna | Stars: William Hanna, Harry Lang, Bob Laztny, Lillian Randolph
Votes: 2,401
It's known as Tom and Jerry.
15. Wallace & Gromit: A Grand Day Out (1989)
Not Rated | 23 min | Animation, Short, Adventure
To replenish their depleted supply of cheese, inventor Wallace and his dog Gromit travel to the moon in a homemade rocket-ship.
Director: Nick Park | Stars: Peter Sallis, Peter Hawkins
Votes: 36,567
It's known as Wallace & Gromit.
16. Knightmare (1987–1994)
25 min | Adventure, Family, Fantasy
Dungeons and Dragons-style show that lets contestants explore a computer-generated fantasy world, with wicked special effects and cunning puzzles.
Stars: Hugo Myatt, Paul Valentine, Clifford Norgate, Mark Knight
Votes: 1,127
17. Hong Kong Phooey (1974–1975)
TV-G | 22 min | Animation, Action, Adventure
A kung-fu-fighting pup and his snickering cat sidekick battle crime.
Stars: Scatman Crothers, Joe E. Ross, Kathy Gori, Don Messick
Votes: 3,981
18. The Wombles (1973–1975)
5 min | Animation, Family
The misadventures of a fantasy folk community dedicated to cleaning up litter and putting it to their own use.
Stars: Bernard Cribbins, Dieter Hallervorden
Votes: 986
19. The Flintstones (1960–1966)
TV-G | 26 min | Animation, Adventure, Comedy
The misadventures of two modern-day Stone Age families, the Flintstones and the Rubbles.
Stars: Alan Reed, Mel Blanc, Jean Vander Pyl, Bea Benaderet
Votes: 41,008
20. Worzel Gummidge (1979–1981)
60 min | Family, Comedy, Drama
Children's series about the adventures of Worzel Gummidge (Jon Pertwee), a scarecrow who comes to life.
Stars: Jon Pertwee, Jeremy Austin, Charlotte Coleman, Norman Bird
Votes: 1,105
21. Maid Marian and Her Merry Men (1989–1994)
25 min | Adventure, Comedy, Family
Robin was a cowardly tailor from Kensington, and Marian was the brains behind the Merry Men. With her ruthless band of freedom fighters, Marian seeks to save the villagers of Worksop from the tyrany of King John and his cunning henchman.
Stars: Kate Lonergan, Adam Morris, Danny John-Jules, Howard Lew Lewis
Votes: 1,605
22. Trumpton (1967)
15 min | Animation, Family
A sequel, of sorts, to Camberwick Green but set in the larger, nearby town of Trumpton. Each episode opens with the town hall clock and ends with the fire brigade band playing. Every show tells the story of one of the townsfolk.
Star: Brian Cant
Votes: 384
23. Postman Pat (1981–2017)
TV-Y | 15 min | Animation, Comedy, Family
This classic children's series follows the adventures of everyone's favourite postman as he carries out his mail rounds in the village of Greendale.
Stars: Ken Barrie, Carole Boyd, Melissa Sinden, Kulvinder Ghir
Votes: 3,223
24. Thunderbirds (1965–1966)
TV-G | 50 min | Action, Adventure, Family
In the year 2065, the Tracy family run International Rescue - a top-secret organization whose ongoing mission is to rescue people trapped in extraordinarily dangerous situations using their advanced Thunderbirds machines.
Stars: Sylvia Anderson, Peter Dyneley, David Graham, Shane Rimmer
Votes: 5,112
25. Jim'll Fix It (1975–2007)
35 min | Game-Show, Music, Mystery
Children write to Jimmy Savile asking him to make a dream come true for them on national television.
Stars: Jimmy Savile, Frank Bruno, Rod Hull, Val Doonican
Votes: 222
26. Thomas & Friends (1984–2021)
TV-Y | 11 min | Animation, Short, Adventure
This series follows the adventures of Thomas the Tank Engine and all of his engine friends on the Island of Sodor.
Stars: Michael Angelis, Keith Wickham, Michael Brandon, Kerry Shale
Votes: 6,446
27. SM:TV Live (1998–2003)
125 min | Animation, Family, Talk-Show
Children's magazine mix of celebrity guests, competitions, features, sketches and chat.
Stars: Anthony McPartlin, Declan Donnelly, Cat Deeley, Helen Soraya
Votes: 286
28. Top Cat (1961–1962)
TV-G | 30 min | Animation, Comedy, Crime
Top Cat is the leader of a group of alley cats, always trying to cheat someone.
Stars: Arnold Stang, Maurice Gosfield, Marvin Kaplan, Allen Jenkins
Votes: 8,045
29. Jamie and the Magic Torch (1976–1979)
10 min | Animation, Family, Fantasy
When Jamie shines his Magic Torch on the floor of his bedroom a hole appears, leading Jamie and Wordsworth the sheepdog to the psychedelic fantasy world of Cuckooland.
Stars: Brian Trueman, Kate Murray-Henderson
Votes: 372
30. Roobarb (1974)
5 min | Animation, Comedy, Family
Roobarb the green dog's enthusiasm for inventions and harebrained schemes to liven up life in the garden know no bounds. It's up to Custard the indolent, grinning purple cat, and the rest ... See full summary »
Star: Richard Briers
Votes: 277
31. Blue Peter (1958– )
25 min | Family
The British children's magazine program, which has been running since the late 1950s, targets children between the ages of 6 and 14.
Stars: John Noakes, Peter Purves, Valerie Singleton, Simon Groom
Votes: 617
32. Sesame Street (1969– )
TV-Y | 55 min | Animation, Adventure, Family
On a special inner city street, the inhabitants, human and muppet, teach preschool subjects with comedy, cartoons, games, and songs.
Stars: Jim Henson, Frank Oz, Caroll Spinney, Jerry Nelson
Votes: 15,381
33. The Basil Brush Show (1968–1980)
Comedy, Family
Jokes and comical stories told by the red fox puppet "Basil Brush" with the help of guests.
Stars: Basil Brush, Bert Hayes, Derek Fowlds, Roy North
Votes: 128
34. Chorlton and the Wheelies (1976– )
12 min | Animation, Family
A wonderfully eccentric series about Chorlton, a happy-go-lucky dragon (named after a suburb of Manchester) who unintentionally foils the evil schemes of a mad Welsh 'Kettle Witch' who tries to stop wheelie people having fun.
Star: Joe Lynch
Votes: 229
35. The Banana Splits Adventure Hour (1968–1970)
TV-G | 60 min | Animation, Adventure, Comedy
A pop group consisting of four anthropomorphic animals host a variety of cartoons, songs, and skits.
Stars: The Krofft Puppets, Frank Aletter, Kim Kahana, Jan-Michael Vincent
Votes: 1,933
36. The Adventure Game (1980–1986)
Adventure, Family, Fantasy
Two celebrities and a member of the public take a trip to the planet Arg - sometimes willingly, sometimes not - and attempt to work their way through a series of puzzles set by the alien Argonds.
Stars: Christopher Leaver, Charmian Gradwell, Anne Palmer, Richard Lewis
Votes: 231
37. Roland Rat: The Series (1985–1988)
Comedy, Family
Comic stories involving the puppet "Roland the Rat" and his friends living under London's Kings Cross Railway Station.
Stars: James Saxon, Anna Karen, Patrick Allen, Darryl Worbey
Votes: 88
38. Sooty (1952–1968)
Family
The original Sooty series.
Stars: Harry Corbett, Marjorie Corbett, Sweep, Sooty
Votes: 10
39. Crackerjack! (1955–2021)
45 min | Comedy, Family, Game-Show
The shows were broadcast live in front of an audience largely of children, originally at the King's Theatre on Hammersmith Road until 1963, then at the BBC Television Theatre (now the ... See full summary »
Stars: Bert Hayes, Peter Glaze, Jillian Comber, Leslie Crowther
Votes: 116
40. Battle of the Planets (1978–1980)
TV-Y7 | 30 min | Animation, Action, Adventure
A five-member superhero team called G-Force fights to defend Earth and its space colonies from the threat of the planet Spectra.
Stars: Alan Young, Keye Luke, Ronnie Schell, Janet Waldo
Votes: 2,237
41. Byker Grove (1989–2006)
30 min | Drama, Family, Romance
Byker Grove follows the lives and relationships of a group of young people who are members of a youth club.
Stars: Daymon Britton, Brett Adams, Kerry Ann Christiansen, Jody Baldwin
Votes: 933
42. Play School (1964–1988)
20 min | Family
Stories, fun, and things to make and do for pre-school children.
Stars: Carol Chell, Brian Cant, Julie Stevens, Johnny Ball
Votes: 111
43. Why Don't You Just Switch Off Your Television Set and Go and Do Something Less Boring Instead? (1973–1995)
15 min | Family
The TV show "Why Don't You" encouraged kids to turn off the TV and do something more enjoyable and productive.
Stars: Delima Begum, Venesha Browne, Nathan Davies, Leonard Davis
Votes: 90
44. Captain Pugwash (1957–1975)
5 min | Animation, Family
The adventures of Captain Pugwash and his crew aboard the pirate ship - the Black Pig.
Stars: Peter Hawkins, Noel Coleman
Votes: 245
45. Multi-Coloured Swap Shop (1976–1982)
120 min | Family, Talk-Show
Saturday morning children's show which as well as having music and guests also had kids phone in and swap toys with each other.
Stars: Noel Edmonds, Keith Chegwin, John Craven, Maggie Philbin
Votes: 120
46. The Tomorrow People (1973–1979)
30 min | Drama, Fantasy, Sci-Fi
A group of teens with psychic and other paranormal abilities use their special gifts to battle evil.
Stars: Nicholas Young, Philip Gilbert, Elizabeth Adare, Peter Vaughan-Clarke
Votes: 839
47. Press Gang (1989–1993)
1,290 min | Family, Comedy, Drama
A bunch of kids are to make a newspaper for the young, named "Junior Gazette". The series follows these kids both on job and in private.
Stars: Julia Sawalha, Dexter Fletcher, Paul Reynolds, Mmoloki Chrystie
Votes: 1,095
48. Batman (1966–1968)
TV-G | 25 min | Action, Crime, Fantasy
The Caped Crusader and his young ward battle evildoers in Gotham City.
Stars: Adam West, Burt Ward, Alan Napier, Neil Hamilton
Votes: 26,142
49. Tiswas (1974–1982)
110 min | Animation, Family, Game-Show
Originally a Midlands-only "links" programme presented by Chris Tarrant and John Asher, Tiswas is chiefly remembered for evolving into a nationally broadcast comedy show with Chris joined by Sally James, Bob Carolgees and Lenny Henry.
Stars: Chris Tarrant, Sally James, John Asher, John Gorman
Votes: 218
50. Fingerbobs (1972)
15 min | Animation, Family
Charming finger puppet series with Yoffy (Jones) telling stories featuring Fingermouse, Scampi, Gulliver the Seagull, and other animal characters.
Star: Rick Jones
Votes: 141
51. Captain Scarlet and the Mysterons (1967–1968)
TV-PG | 25 min | Action, Crime, Drama
In 2068, the indestructible Captain Scarlet leads the agents of Spectrum in a war of nerves against the Mysterons from Mars.
Stars: Ed Bishop, Donald Gray, Francis Matthews, Sylvia Anderson
Votes: 1,900
52. Wide Awake Club (1984–1989)
Family
A variety show for children featuring comedy sketches, team challenges, celebrity guests and competitions.
Stars: Tommy Boyd, Timmy Mallett, Joanna Fisher, Denise Pearson
Votes: 60
53. Inigo Pipkin (1973–1981)
Family
Series about Inigo Pipkin (George Woodbridge) a puppet maker who ran his shop with help of talking animals and his assistant Wayne. When Woodbridge died during filming, the show was renamed "Pipkins".
Stars: George Woodbridge, Nigel Plaskitt, Elizabeth Lindsay, Wayne Laryea
Votes: 93
54. The Herbs (1968–1972)
15 min | Animation, Comedy, Family
Animated adventures of characters in a herb garden, such as Sir Basil and Lady Rosemary, Bayleaf the gardener, Sage the owl, Dill the dog and Parsley the lion.
Star: Gordon Rollings
Votes: 179
55. Flower Pot Men (1952–1954)
12 min | Family
All episodes were narrated by Maria Bird, the storyteller for all the black and white 1950s originals. 26 episodes of The Flower Pot Men were made by the BBC.
Stars: Peter Hawkins, Maria Bird, Gladys Whitred, Julia Williams
Votes: 82
56. The Wind in the Willows (1984–1988)
22 min | Animation, Adventure, Family
Based on the characters created by Kenneth Grahame, this award winning animated series follows the adventures of Mole (Richard Pearson) as he leaves home to discover the world. Mole finds ... See full summary »
Stars: Richard Pearson, Peter Sallis, Michael Hordern, David Jason
Votes: 983
57. Animal Magic (1962–1984)
30 min | Family
Children's series looking at the world of animals.
Stars: Johnny Morris, Keith Shackleton, Tony Soper, Terry Nutkins
Votes: 84
58. Metal Mickey (1980–1983)
30 min | Family, Comedy, Sci-Fi
Metal Mickey was a robot built by young Ken to do chores around the house. Ken was the eldest child of a typical British family--well, almost typical. Metal Mickey was endowed with a number... See full summary »
Stars: Michael Stainton, Georgina Melville, Ashley Knight, Lucinda Bateson
Votes: 258
59. Newsround (1972– )
10 min | Family, News
John Craven (and latterly other presenters) introduce news stories and other articles of interest to its young audience.
Stars: Ricky Boleto, Leah Gooding, Joe Tidy, Martin Dougan
Votes: 226
60. Pob's Programme (1985–1990)
30 min | Family, Fantasy
Guests follow a trail of pink and yellow wool around a garden until they find Pob, a "goblin baby" who wears a pink and yellow stripy jumper. The guests tell stories, etc. The show was a ... See full summary »
Stars: Robin Stevens, Tony Armatrading, Brian Blessed, Cheryl Campbell
Votes: 59
61. The Adventures of Black Beauty (1972–1974)
Not Rated | 55 min | Adventure, Family
A thoroughbred horse in 19th century England is adopted by a widowed doctor and befriended by his children. The horse helps the children as they have weekly adventures and encounters with various characters.
Stars: William Lucas, Charlotte Mitchell, Roderick Shaw, Judi Bowker
Votes: 467
62. Andy Pandy (1950–1957)
Family
Puppet series for young children.
Stars: Maria Bird, Gladys Whitred, Vera McKechnie, Julia Williams
Votes: 92
63. Jackanory (1965–1996)
15 min | Family, Fantasy
A celebrity reads a story, enhancing it in ways that will entice the most restless of children.
Stars: Bernard Cribbins, Kenneth Williams, Martin Jarvis, John Grant
Votes: 423
64. Lassie (1954–1974)
TV-G | 30 min | Adventure, Drama, Family
The ongoing saga of the Martin family and their beloved collie, Lassie.
Stars: Lassie, Jon Provost, June Lockhart, Hugh Reilly
Votes: 3,808
65. Record Breakers (1972–2001)
25 min | Documentary, Family
Contestants attempt to break records for various feats listed in the Guinness Book of Records.
Stars: Roy Castle, Norris McWhirter, Cheryl Baker, Fiona Kennedy
Votes: 95
66. Here Come the Double Deckers! (1970– )
30 min | Family, Comedy
The adventures of a gang of seven kids whose clubhouse is an abandoned double decker bus in a London junkyard. Usually involves a bit of singing, a bit of dancing and general fun times.
Stars: Peter Firth, Brinsley Forde, Gillian Bailey, Michael Audreson
Votes: 286
67. The Snowman (1982 TV Movie)
G | 26 min | Animation, Adventure, Family
On Christmas Eve, a young boy builds a snowman that comes to life and takes him to the North Pole to meet Father Christmas.
Directors: Jimmy T. Murakami, Dianne Jackson | Stars: David Bowie, Raymond Briggs, Mel Smith
Votes: 16,836
68. The Famous Five (1978–1979)
25 min | Adventure, Crime, Family
Modern adaptation of Enid Blyton's adventure stories about Julian, Dick, Anne, George and Timmy the dog.
Stars: Marcus Harris, Gary Russell, Jennifer Thanisch, Michele Galagher
Votes: 594
69. Mary Mungo & Midge (1969– )
15 min | Animation, Family
An animated children's series which followed the adventures of a little girl called Mary and her dog, Mungo, and her mouse, Midge.
Stars: Richard Baker, Isabel Ryan
Votes: 108
70. How (1966–1981)
Family
Series created by Jack Hargreaves, where children can write in and ask questions beginning with the statement "how". Helping Jack to demonstrate the answers are fellow presenters including Fred Dinenage, Jon Miller and Marian Davies.
Stars: Jack Hargreaves, Fred Dinenage, Jon Miller, Marian Davies
Votes: 66
71. Potty Time (1973–1980)
25 min | Comedy, Family
Comic adventures of puppets called the Pottys.
Stars: Michael Bentine, Colin Bean
Votes: 72
72. Noggin the Nog (1959–1965)
10 min | Animation, Family, Fantasy
"In the Lands of the North, where the black rocks stand guard against the cold sea, in the dark night that is very long, the men of the North Lands sit by their great log fires, and they tell a tale..."
Stars: Oliver Postgate, Ronnie Stevens
Votes: 117
73. Pokémon (1997–2023)
TV-Y7 | 24 min | Animation, Action, Adventure
Covering the continuing adventures of series protagonist Ash Ketchum and Pikachu, and his best friend Brock, the two meet a new coordinator named Dawn, who travels with them through Sinnoh and enters Pokemon Contests.
Stars: Veronica Taylor, Rachael Lillis, Eric Stuart, Ikue Ôtani
Votes: 47,864
74. Bob the Builder (1997–2018)
TV-Y | 10 min | Animation, Comedy, Family
Bob Builder and his machine team are ready to tackle any project. Bob and Can-Do Crew demonstrate power of positive thinking, problem-solving, teamwork,.
Stars: Rob Rackstraw, Kate Harbour, Neil Morrissey, Lorelei King
Votes: 5,599
75. Skippy (1968–1970)
25 min | Adventure, Drama, Family
Sonny and his kangaroo Skippy live in Waratah National Park in New South Wales. Matt Hammond, Sonny's father is the park ranger. Skippy saves the day in many adventures.
Stars: Ed Devereaux, Tony Bonner, Ken James, Garry Pankhurst
Votes: 1,170
76. Catweazle (1970–1971)
30 min | Adventure, Comedy, Family
A medieval wizard (though not a very good one) is transported to the modern age.
Stars: Geoffrey Bayldon, Robin Davies, Gary Warren, Charles 'Bud' Tingwell
Votes: 1,126
77. We Are the Champions (1973–1987)
Family, Game-Show
Stars: Ron Pickering, Judy Simpson, Gary Lineker, Linford Christie
Votes: 23
78. Vision On (1965–1976)
30 min | Family
A show presenting art projects and pantomime performances oriented for a hearing impaired youth audience.
Stars: Pat Keysell, Rex Hays, Ralph Thompson, Robin Pitman
Votes: 85
79. Tales of the Riverbank (1960–1964)
30 min | Family
Real live animals such as Hammy the Hamster and Roderick the Rat are cleverly moved around off-camera in order to tell stories for children.
Stars: Peggy Miller, Johnny Morris
Votes: 162
80. The Adventures of Robin Hood (1955–1960)
Approved | 30 min | Action, Adventure, Family
Robin of Loxley, otherwise known as Robin Hood, and his band of Merry Men protect England from the evil machinations of Prince John while King Richard the Lionheart is away fighting in the Crusades.
Stars: Richard Greene, Victor Woolf, Archie Duncan, Alexander Gauge
Votes: 878
81. The Secret Garden (1975)
G | 210 min | Drama, Family
In 19th-century India, Mary Lennox is suddenly orphaned by cholera. Her only living relative is her uncle, Archibald Craven, so Mary is sent to live at his estate on the Yorkshire moors. Where she discovers a secret garden and a cousin.
Stars: Sarah Hollis Andrews, Hope Johnstone, William Marsh, Jacqueline Hoyle
Votes: 357
82. Cheggers Plays Pop (1978–1986)
25 min | Family, Game-Show, Music
Teams of teenagers battle it out in a pop quiz and activity competitions.
Stars: Keith Chegwin, Gordon Astley, Vivienne McKone, Debby Cumming
Votes: 51
83. Tweenies (1999–2003)
40 min | Animation, Action, Adventure
Four preschool-aged best friends have fun together in their playgroup and learn about the world around them through engaging songs, stories, crafts, and more.
Stars: Colleen Daley, Justin Fletcher, Bob Golding, Jenny Hutchinson
Votes: 1,122
84. Just William (1977–1978)
30 min | Comedy, Drama, Family
William and his friends constantly get into mischief, defying adults and Violet Elizabeth Bott despite the trouble it causes, showing that boys will be boys.
Stars: Adrian Dannatt, Diana Fairfax, Michael McVey, Hugh Cross
Votes: 85
85. Pinky and Perky (1957–1973)
Comedy
Two pigs run a TV station - but these ones are puppets. Most of the singing and dancing is done by other puppets, but they were joined by guest stars like Frank Sinatra , 'Tom Jones' and ... See full summary »
Stars: Jan Dalibor, Vlasta Dalibor, Jimmy Thompson, John Slater
Votes: 31
86. Button Moon (1980–1988)
11 min | Family
Mr Spoon and his family live on Junk Planet. He travels in his baked bean tin spaceship across blanket sky to Button Moon. There he meets many strange characters and watches stories unfold on other planets using his telescope.
Stars: Robin Parkinson, Ian Allen, John Thirtle
Votes: 718
87. Runaround (1975–1981)
Family, Game-Show
Children's quiz show where the kids would run to the answer then 'runaround' if they changed their minds at the last minute.
Stars: Mike Reid, Barbara Dickson, Madness, Band of the Irish Guards
Votes: 45
88. The Woodentops (1955–1958)
15 min | Family
Adventures of a family of wooden dolls living on a farm.
Stars: Peter Hawkins, Maria Bird, Eileen Browne, Josefina Ray
Votes: 27
89. La maison de Toutou (1966– )
5 min | Animation, Family
Hector the Dog and Zsazsa the Cat live in a house in the centre of a lovely garden full of flowers. Kiki the frog lives next door and seems to spend her time spying on them over the garden ... See full summary »
Stars: Denise Bryer, Jacques Morel, Lucie Dolène, Agnès Vanier
Votes: 79
90. Teletubbies (1997–2001)
TV-Y | 28 min | Family, Fantasy, Musical
Four creatures with televisions in their stomachs have fun in their magical world.
Stars: Rolf Saxon, Jessica Smith, John Simmit, Nikky Smedley
Votes: 8,748
91. Bod (1975)
TV-Y | 15 min | Animation, Family, Music
The adventures of a little boy called Bod, who lives in a town with his friends Aunt Flo, P.C. Copper, Frank the Postman and Farmer Barleymow. Each episode also featured Alberto Frog and his Amazing Animal Band.
Stars: John Le Mesurier, Maggie Henderson
Votes: 155
92. Screen Test (1970–1984)
30 min | Family, Game-Show
Quiz show for children, where they are asked a selection of observational questions on various films.
Stars: Michael Rodd, Brian Trueman, Mark Curry, Ray Harryhausen
Votes: 35
93. Ferien in Lipizza (1966–1967)
Family
Young teenage horse fan Julka spends her holidays at the Lipizza Stud Farm run by her Uncle Dimitrij.
Stars: Helga Anders, Helmuth Schneider, Franz Muxeneder, Georg Thomas
Votes: 113
94. H.R. Pufnstuf (1969–1970)
TV-Y | 30 min | Adventure, Family, Fantasy
The adventures of a boy trapped in a fantastic land with a dragon friend and a witch enemy.
Stars: Jack Wild, Billie Hayes, Lennie Weinrib, Joan Gerber
Votes: 1,948
95. Magpie (1968–1980)
25 min | Documentary, Family
Trendy kids' magazine programme--ITV's answer to Blue Peter.
Stars: Tony Bastable, Susan Stranks, Mick Robertson, Pete Brady
Votes: 67
96. The Singing Ringing Tree (1957)
74 min | Adventure, Family, Fantasy
A brave prince wants to win the heart of a stubborn princess by finding the singing, ringing tree for her.
Director: Francesco Stefani | Stars: Christel Bodenstein, Charles Hans Vogt, Eckart Dux, Richard Krüger
Votes: 974
98. Crystal Tipps and Alistair (1971– )
5 min | Animation, Family
British cartoon series about the adventures of a frizzy haired girl and her dog, Alistair. They also meet up with their friends Birdie and Butterfly. The stories are told without dialogue but have a musical score and Pop-Art design.
Votes: 47
99. Junior Showtime (1969–1974)
Comedy, Music
Stars: Bobby Bennett, Glyn Poole, Junior Showtime Singers and Dancers, Mark Curry
Votes: 15
100. Do Not Adjust Your Set (1967–1969)
30 min | Family, Comedy
Short comedy sketches performed by an ensemble cast accompanied by the Bonzo Dog Doo-Dah Band, an eccentric English group featuring Neil Innes and fronted by Vivian Stanshall.
Stars: Denise Coffey, Eric Idle, David Jason, Terry Jones
Votes: 500
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