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The Poddington Peas

Series Overview

The Poddington Peas is an animated British children's television series made by Paul Needs and Colin Wyatt; the single series has 13 episodes and was first aired on the BBC in 1989. The theme song describes the peas as being "down at the bottom of the garden". Human size garden objects, giant in size to them, are seen such as up turned flower pots serving as most of their buildings. Humans themselves are never seen or mentioned. In 1992, writer Phil Gardner was employed by Poddington plc to help write some new episodes - including one intended to pilot the series in the USA, and featuring a new group of characters, the Bugz. however these were never published. There were also paper back books by Paul Needs, illustrated by Colin Wyatt and published by Box Tree / Award Publications. The paper back books including new titles will be released with a new AP and merchandise to complement these titles is being prepared for release in 2013.

Broadcast Schedule & Network Information

Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.

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Original Network

Broadcast Syndication

Episodes & Seasons

1 Season • 13 Episodes

5 min per episode

Air Date Window

1989 – 1989

Premiered: Thu, Sep 14, 1989

Created By

Creative Production Team

Latest Aired Episode

Aired: Thu, Dec 7, 1989

Season 1, Episode 13: “Creep-Pea's Christmas Surprise”

It's Christmas eve in Poddington and all of the Pea's are excited. Cree-Pea is visited by Santa and asked if he can deliver everyone's presents as Santa is Busy, Creep-Pea agrees but comes up with a mischievous plan to ruin Christmas day.

Seasons & Episodes Breakdown

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Pat Gavin, Colin White, Tony Garth

Screenplay & Story

Paul Needs, Colin Wyatt

Original Score & Music

Geoff Stephens

Film Editing

Keith Holden

Producers

Laurie Frost, Ian Green, Clive Lester

Literary Origin & Source Material
Characters:Colin Wyatt

Department Leadership Roster

Laurie Frost

Producer

Keith Holden

Editor

Pat Gavin

Director

Paul Needs

Writer

Ian Green

Producer

Colin White

Director

Tony Garth

Director

Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Poddington Peas.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Poddington Peas

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What is The Poddington Peas about?

The Poddington Peas is an animated British children's television series made by Paul Needs and Colin Wyatt; the single series has 13 episodes and was first aired on the BBC in 1989. The theme song describes the peas as being "down at the bottom of the garden". Human size garden objects, giant in size to them, are seen such as up turned flower pots serving as most of their buildings. Humans themselves are never seen or mentioned. In 1992, writer Phil Gardner was employed by Poddington plc to help write some new episodes - including one intended to pilot the series in the USA, and featuring a new group of characters, the Bugz. however these were never published. There were also paper back books by Paul Needs, illustrated by Colin Wyatt and published by Box Tree / Award Publications. The paper back books including new titles will be released with a new AP and merchandise to complement these titles is being prepared for release in 2013.

How many seasons does The Poddington Peas have?

The Poddington Peas comprises 1 season available to explore.

Who stars in The Poddington Peas?

Key cast members in The Poddington Peas include Neil Pearson.

Who created or directed The Poddington Peas?

The Poddington Peas was developed and directed by Pat Gavin, Colin White, Tony Garth.