Younger Kids
Tiddler (2024)
An animated adaptation of the Julia Donaldson-Axel Scheffler book that follows a little fish with a big imagination who entertains friends with tall tales.
10 Julia Donaldson stories made real
One of the best-loved children’s authors, Julia Donaldson’s stories are even more magical on the screen.
Tabby McTat (2023)
A delightful animated movie about friendship and loyalty. Tabby McTat and his busker friend Fred charm crowds with their harmonious duets until an unexpected separation tears them apart.
Knuckles S1
From the world of Sonic the Hedgehog, follow Knuckles (Idris Elba) on a hilarious and action-packed journey of self-discovery. Knuckles agrees to train Wade as his protégé and teach him the ways of the Echidna warrior.
Zog (2018)
Zog is a young dragon determined to do well at Dragon School, where he learns about flying, roaring and breathing fire. But poor Zog experiences a few challenges along the way, many caused by his clumsiness. Based on the Julia Donaldson picture book.
Fireman Sam S14-15
All about the daily adventures of Fireman Sam as he comes to the rescue of his friends and co-workers in perilous situations in the village of Pontypandy.
Superworm (2021)
Superworm is super-long and super-strong and is always saving the day. But who can save him when he is captured by the evil Wizard Lizard?
The Snail and the Whale (2019)
Julia Donaldson’s charming adventure story about a little snail who hitches a ride on a huge whale around the world will delight young and old.
Fireheart (2022)
A teenager who dreams of being the world’s first-ever female firefighter helps her dad investigate an arsonist burning down Broadway.
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Zog earns gold star at the International Emmys
Zog, Julia Donaldson’s adorable, bumbling dragon, has scored his longed-for gold star on the biggest stage in the world: the International Emmys.
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Hooray for extra time spent with family! Make the most of it by streaming these kids’ gems on Showmax.
Julia Donaldson adaptation The Snail and the Whale is now streaming
Julia’s Donaldson’s The Snail and the Whale is a delightful adaptation by a Cape Town animation studio.
Julia Donaldson’s delightful dragon Zog now streaming
The whole family will love this beautifully animated film featuring top international and South African talent.
Top-rated shows to keep kids entertained
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Is Peppa Pig really changing your child’s accent?
Your kids have suddenly started calling you “Mummy”, and saying “Oh, dear!” when things go wrong. Does this mean their Peppa Pig binge-fests are giving them British accents? According to experts, probably not.