EXCLUSIVE: French content material group Superprod, which beforehand labored on hit youngsters reveals comparable to Batwheels and Paddington, and TFOU, the kids’s programming arm of the TF1 Group, are partnering on animated present Vet Academy.
The present will comply with the adventures of 5 younger veterinary apprentices, often called the V Crew, as they embark on rescue missions to save lots of and heal animals in misery, comparable to a puma caught in a entice, a child whale uncovered to poisonous chemical substances and a panda being kidnapped by a mad scientist.
The unique 3D CGI sequence consists of 52 episodes working 11-minutes every and is aimed on the 4 to seven-year-old demographic.
The younger veterinarians in coaching will transfer heaven and earth to rescue and heal any animal at risk. Their college which is completely devoted to animal rescue and welfare is positioned on Concord Island, a spot of wealthy landscapes and extraordinary wildlife.
The unique sequence is created by French director Charles Vaucelle (Pat the Canine, Oggy and the Cockroaches, The Daltons, Fortunate Luke, Dogmatix and the Indomitables) and Matthieu Choquet, with story enhancing by Valérie Baranski.
It will likely be produced at Superprod’s studios in Paris, Angoulême, and Milan. Superights, the group’s distribution arm, will deal with worldwide gross sales.
“We’re delighted to be working hand in hand with Superprod on this sequence, it’s an ideal mixture of journey and heartwarming tales which spring from the distinctive bond between kids and animals,” stated Yann Labasque, Head of TF1 group’s youth programming.
“Superprod has pulled collectively a staff of remarkable artists and writers to create an unforgettable expertise for our younger viewers.”
Vaucelle stated the sequence tapped into his personal love of animals and household ties to the veterinary career.
“I’ve at all times beloved having pets at dwelling and I do know that kids like to care about animals. Furthermore, my spouse is a veterinarian and for years, I’ve wished to introduce kids to this glorious career,” he stated.
“I even hope that it’s going to encourage future veterinarians. To make our apprentice vets’ missions extra visible and thrilling, I’ve designed V-suits, particular fits that give them extraordinary talents and shield them throughout their rescue missions. These fits are additionally outfitted with quite a few helpful devices for diagnosing and offering first assist to animals.”
The sequence reunites Superprod and TF1 which first labored collectively on the 2014 sequence The New Adventures Of Lassie.
Superprod co-founding heads Jérémie Fajner and Clément Calvet stated they wished the sequence to each entertain and educate.
“With Vet Academy, we wished to create a sequence that will not solely entertain kids but additionally elevate their consciousness of the significance of animal welfare and wildlife preservation,” they stated. Journey, discovery and enjoyable are on the coronary heart of this authentic creation. After collaborating with us on two seasons of household favourite Lassie, we’re thrilled to work with the TF1 groups as soon as once more.”
TFOU is coming off a banner 2024, through which its programming throughout TF1 and TFX took attracted a 21%+ viewers share for 4 to ten-year-olds, making it a market chief in France, in response to Médiamétrie information.
