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    British Animation TV Shows

    The 40 most popular british animation TV shows, ranked. Click any show for ratings, reviews, trailers, and where to watch.

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    Peppa Pig
    TMDB3.3

    Peppa Pig

    2004

    country: United Kingdom

    Peppa Pig is an energetic piggy who lives with Mummy, Daddy, and little brother George. She loves to jump in mud puddles and make loud snorting noises.

    Thomas & Friends
    TMDB3.4

    Thomas & Friends

    1984

    country: United Kingdom

    Thomas & Friends is a British children's television series, which had its first broadcast on the ITV network on 4 September 1984. It is based on The Railway Series of books by the Reverend Wilbert Awdry and his son, Christopher Awdry. These books deal with the adventures of a group of anthropomorphised locomotives and road vehicles who live on the fictional Island of Sodor. The books were based on stories Wilbert told to entertain his son, Christopher during his recovery from measles. From Series one to four, many of the stories are based on events from Awdry's personal experience.

    Octonauts
    TMDB3.5

    Octonauts

    2010

    country: United Kingdom

    Follows an underwater exploring crew made up of stylized anthropomorphic animals, a team of eight adventurers who live in an undersea base, the Octopod, from where they go on undersea adventures with the help of a fleet of aquatic vehicles.

    Ben 10
    TMDB3.0

    Ben 10

    2016

    country: United States

    With the fifth offshoot of the "Ben 10" franchise, the animated series returns to its roots and its original name, bringing 10-year-old Benjamin "Ben" Tennyson, his cousin Gwen, and Grandpa Max back to life on a new summer vacation journey. As in the original, the stories in the remake of the series also spin around an alien wristwatch called "the Omnitrix," with the help of Ben can turn into ten different aliens, which come up with different supernatural powers. He fights enemy aliens and experiences with his grandfather and cousin the most exciting vacation imaginable.

    Bob the Builder
    TMDB3.0

    Bob the Builder

    1999

    country: United Kingdom

    Bob the Builder and his machine team are ready to tackle any project. Bob and the Can-Do Crew demonstrate the power of positive thinking, problem-solving, teamwork, and follow-through. The team always shows that “The Fun Is In Getting It Done!”

    Scott Pilgrim Takes Off
    TMDB4.0

    Scott Pilgrim Takes Off

    2023

    country: Japan

    Scott Pilgrim meets the girl of his dreams, Ramona Flowers, only to find out her seven evil exes stand in the way of their love.

    Shaun the Sheep
    TMDB3.9

    Shaun the Sheep

    2007

    country: United Kingdom

    Shaun the Sheep thinks and acts like a person in a barnyard, which usually gets him into trouble. The farmer's sheepdog, Bitzer, tries to keep Shaun and his friends out of trouble. The farmer is oblivious to the humanlike features of his flock, who are like one big, happy family.

    PJ Masks
    TMDB3.2

    PJ Masks

    2015

    country: Canada

    Connor, Greg and Amaya are normal kids by day, but at night they activate their bracelets, which link into their pajamas and give them fantastic super powers, turning them into their alternate identities: the PJ Masks! The team consists of Catboy (Connor), Gekko (Greg) and Owlette (Amaya). Together, they go on adventures, solve mysteries, and learn valuable lessons. Watch the first six seasons of PJ Masks now on Disney+!

    Fireman Sam
    TMDB3.1

    Fireman Sam

    1987

    country: United Kingdom

    Follow the adventures of fireman Sam and his colleagues as they protect the citizens of the Welsh town of Pontypandy. Whenever the alarm sounds, brave Sam and his co-workers can be counted on to jump into a fire engine, hop onto a helicopter, or even launch an inflatable lifeboat to battle blazes, mount rescue missions, or provide medical attention to those in need.

    The Cat in the Hat Knows a Lot About That!
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    The Cat in the Hat Knows a Lot About That!

    2010

    country: United Kingdom

    The Cat in the Hat is back -- and this time, he's teaching Sally and her brother, Nick, some awfully nifty things to think about!

    Hey Duggee
    TMDB4.1

    Hey Duggee

    2014

    country: United Kingdom

    Animated preschool series about a clubhouse that is run by a big dog called Duggee.

    Mr. Bean: The Animated Series
    TMDB3.5

    Mr. Bean: The Animated Series

    2002

    country: United Kingdom

    The animated daily trials and tribulations of clueless yet clever loner Mr Bean (aided by his best friend Teddy of course!) as he stumbles from one mishap to the next, always finding complex solutions to the simplest of problems.

    Numberblocks
    TMDB4.2

    Numberblocks

    2017

    country: United Kingdom

    Learn how much fun counting can be with the Numberblocks - a fun-loving group of numbers who work together to solve problems big and small.

    Thomas & Friends: All Engines Go!
    TMDB3.0

    Thomas & Friends: All Engines Go!

    2021

    country: Canada

    In a reboot of the classic TV series, a younger Thomas The Tank Engine goes on adventures with all of his friends, as they work on the Island of Sodor.

    Pingu
    TMDB3.5

    Pingu

    1986

    country: Switzerland

    Playful penguin Pingu lives with his family in Antarctica, where he often finds himself caught up in mischievous high jinks with his pal Robby.

    Rolie Polie Olie
    TMDB3.3

    Rolie Polie Olie

    1998

    country: United Kingdom

    Rolie Polie Olie was a children's television series produced by Nelvana, distributed by Disney, and created by William Joyce, Maggie Swanson, and Anne Wood. The show centers on a little roly pollie who is composed of several spheres and other three-dimensional geometric shapes. The show was one of the earliest series that was fully animated in CGI, and the first CGI animated preschool series.Rolie Polie Olie now airs in reruns on Disney Junior. Rolie Polie Olie won a Gemini Award in Canada for "Best Animated Program" in 1999. The show also won a Daytime Emmy Award for "Outstanding Special Class Animated Program" in 2000 and 2005. William Joyce won a 1999 Daytime Emmy for Best Production Design for this series. The show has a vintage atmosphere reminiscent of the 1950s and early 1960s, with futuristic elements.

    Wacky Races
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    Wacky Races

    2017

    country: United Kingdom

    Wacky Races (2017) is a reboot of the classic 1968 Hanna-Barbera animated series, bringing a fresh, modern take on the original premise while retaining much of the core essence that made the original show so beloved. The 2017 version, created by Warner Bros. Animation, aired on the Boomerang network and introduced a new generation to the zany, high-speed races of the characters. In this updated series, the characters from the original Wacky Races return, but with a more contemporary style and new backstories. The vehicles are also revamped with more advanced technology and a few new additions to the roster, though the classic ones like Dick Dastardly’s Mean Machine and Penelope Pitstop’s Compact Pussycat are still present.

    Robotboy
    TMDB3.7

    Robotboy

    2005

    country: France

    Robotboy is the latest creation of the world renowned scientist Professor Moshimo. Due to fears that Robotboy would be stolen by his arch-enemy Dr. Kamikazi and his main henchman Constantine to be used to take over the world, Professor Moshimo entrusts Robotboy to 10-year-old Tommy Turnbull, his biggest fan. While being protected by Tommy and his two friends Lola and Gus, or "G-man" as he calls himself, Robotboy learns how to behave and act as if he were a real boy.

    Gadget & the Gadgetinis
    TMDB3.6

    Gadget & the Gadgetinis

    2002

    country: Canada

    Having been recruited by an elite international peacekeeping group called the World Organization of Mega Powers (WOMP), Inspector Gadget is now Lieutenant Gadget, and fights crime with a pair of mechanical assistants called Gadgetinis, who are small robot versions of the Inspector created by his niece, 12-year-old Penny (due to Brain retiring from active duty).

    The Mr. Men Show
    TMDB2.8

    The Mr. Men Show

    2008

    country: United Kingdom

    The Mr. Men Show was an animated television series based on the original Mr. Men and Little Miss books created in the 1970s, 80s and 90s by British author Roger Hargreaves and his son Adam Hargreaves. Adapted from the published source material into a television variety program, The Mr. Men Show features comedy sketches, pantomimes, dance numbers and music videos. The TV series is directed by Mark Risley and executive produced by Eryk Casemiro & Kate Boutilier. Original score and songs are composed by Jared Faber. Season 1 first aired on February 4, 2008 and Season 2 aired on September 8, 2009.

    Hero:108
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    Hero:108

    2010

    country: France

    With a war between humans and animals in full swing, humanity's only hope now is a team of warriors who work for the peacekeeping organization Big Green in the land of Hidden Kingdom.

    Jungle Junction
    TMDB2.9

    Jungle Junction

    2009

    country: United States

    Set deep in the heart of an unexplored, road-filled Jungle, the show features a group of fun-loving animals on wheels and aims to help preschoolers develop their pre-literacy skills, as well as encouraging them to care about the environment.

    Ben & Holly's Little Kingdom
    TMDB4.1

    Ben & Holly's Little Kingdom

    2025

    country: United Kingdom

    The friendship between fairy princess Holly and Ben Elf in an enchanted magical kingdom of elves and fairies.

    Thunderbirds Are Go!
    TMDB3.1

    Thunderbirds Are Go!

    2015

    country: United Kingdom

    Remake of the hit 1960s television show. In the 21st century, Jeff Tracy, a former astronaut, amasses a colossal fortune and decides that he must use it to benefit others. His answer to this desire is to create International Rescue, a unique private emergency response service equipped with customized designed vehicles and equipment that enable the organization to react to any crisis whether it be in sea, air, land, or space. Jeff's five sons volunteer to operate as the pilots and field agents, as well "Brain" who acts as the teams engineer. In addition, Jeff's friend, Kyrano and his daughter Tanusha aka Kayo (based on the original series Tin-Tin character) agree to be the support staff. In addition to the field team, IR also maintains an intelligence network with Lady Penelope and her ex-con chauffeur, Parker as the chief agents in this arm.

    The Wonderfully Weird World of Gumball
    TMDB4.3

    The Wonderfully Weird World of Gumball

    2025

    country: United Kingdom

    Welcome back to Elmore, where the laws of reality are a joke, and family life is anything but ordinary. Whether he's battling an evil fast-food empire, facing off against a sentient AI in love with his mom, or trying to stop Banana Joe from wearing pants — Gumball Watterson drags his brother Darwin, sister Anais, and the rest of the town of Elmore along for the ride. With even wilder stories, bigger twists, and surreal humor, the show is so amazing that they had to rename it!

    Chuggington
    TMDB3.4

    Chuggington

    2008

    country: United Kingdom

    Koko, Brewster and Wilson are three young, adventurous trainee "chuggers", learning about working on the railway in the town of Chuggington, with the help of the railway controller, Vee, the older engines, and their human friends.

    Danger Mouse
    TMDB3.1

    Danger Mouse

    2015

    country: United Kingdom

    Danger Mouse is back saving London, saving the World and, most importantly, saving Penfold in brand new and fantastically absurd, energetic adventures.

    Postman Pat
    TMDB3.2

    Postman Pat

    1981

    country: United Kingdom

    Pat and his black-and-white cat Jess deliver the mail in Greendale.

    Something Else
    TMDB4.0

    Something Else

    2003

    country: Canada

    Two creatures, one named "Something", the other named "Something Else" try to co-exist peacefully despite the fact that they are complete opposites. Imagine The Odd Couple as if it were done by Dr. Suess and you've got the basic idea.

    The Creature Cases
    TMDB3.9

    The Creature Cases

    2022

    country: France

    Special agents Sam and Kit hop the globe with their sleuthing skills, science facts and cool gadgets to solve the animal kingdom's many mysteries.

    Make Way for Noddy
    TMDB3.1

    Make Way for Noddy

    2002

    country: United Kingdom

    Noddy, a wooden boy who lives in Toyland, introduces social concepts. He has big musical adventures with his friends and a very big imagination.

    Father of the Pride
    TMDB2.5

    Father of the Pride

    2004

    country: United Kingdom

    Father of the Pride is an American animated television series that began broadcasting on NBC on August 31, 2004 and was part of a short-lived trend of CGI series in prime-time network TV. The show, which was produced by Jeffrey Katzenberg and his company DreamWorks Animation, revolves around a family of white lions, the patriarch of which stars in a Siegfried & Roy show in Las Vegas. Despite heavy promotion, the show was unsuccessful and was canceled after one season. Transmission and production were also delayed by the real-life on-stage injury of Roy Horn.

    The Cramp Twins
    TMDB2.9

    The Cramp Twins

    2003

    country: Germany

    The story of a pair of non-identical twin brothers, Lucien and Wayne, who live with their hygiene-crazed mother and their western/country-crazed father in a small town called Soap City. Lucien is a delicate, nature-loving boy, while Wayne is a rough antisocial bully, whose only interest in life is junk. Naturally, some conflicts will ensue.

    Dead End: Paranormal Park
    TMDB3.6

    Dead End: Paranormal Park

    2022

    country: United Kingdom

    Two teens and a talking pug team up to battle demons at a haunted theme park — and maybe even save the world from a supernatural apocalypse.

    Horrid Henry
    TMDB3.5

    Horrid Henry

    2006

    country: United Kingdom

    Life is not fair! Horrid Henry feels that the rest of the world is against him and he wages a constant war against the adults. Like any headstrong young boy, he is determined, relentless, he doesn't hold back and he never admits defeat! He will stop at nothing to outwit the enemy and teachers, relatives and babysitters avoid him at all costs.

    Count Duckula
    TMDB4.0

    Count Duckula

    1988

    country: United Kingdom

    Count Duckula is a vegetarian vampire duck, coming into the world as an accident. Unlike his family and ancestors, he has no bloodlust, as when he was reincarnated, blood was omitted and replaced with ketchup.

    Danger Mouse
    TMDB3.6

    Danger Mouse

    1981

    country: United Kingdom

    Danger Mouse, the world's greatest secret agent, and his side-kick Penfold work to foil the evil schemes of Baron Greenback.

    Lily's Driftwood Bay
    TMDB2.0

    Lily's Driftwood Bay

    2014

    country: United Kingdom

    Follow the imagination of Lily, a five-year-old hunter, as she creates a world of adventure and friendship from treasures she finds washed up on the beach.

    Bagpuss
    TMDB3.4

    Bagpuss

    1974

    country: United Kingdom

    Bagpuss is a UK children's television series, made by Peter Firmin and Oliver Postgate from 12 February 1974 to 7 May 1974 through their company Smallfilms. The title character was, "An old, saggy, cloth cat, baggy, and a bit loose at the seams." Although only 13 episodes of the show were made, it remains fondly remembered, and was regularly repeated in the UK for thirteen years. In 1999 Bagpuss topped a BBC poll for the UK's favourite children's TV programme.

    The Story of Tracy Beaker
    TMDB3.3

    The Story of Tracy Beaker

    2002

    country: United Kingdom

    Tracy Beaker is a 10-year-old girl who has been placed in a children's home. Tracy makes new friends along the way and causes mischief wherever she goes.

    About British Animation TV Shows

    British television

    British television's defining habit is the short series — six episodes, one writer, a finite story. That structure produced the modern prestige miniseries and a format catalogue the rest of the world keeps adapting.

    Animation

    Animated television covers everything from long-running adult satire to prestige anime. It's a format where a distinctive visual voice can survive far longer than in film, and where some of the sharpest writing on TV lives.

    In this list

    Years covered
    1974–2025
    Best reviewed
    Scott Pilgrim Takes Off (7.9)
    Often also
    Kids, Comedy, Family
    Longest run
    24 seasons

    Common questions

    What are the best British animation TV shows?
    By popularity across Flickfolio and TMDB, the top picks right now are Peppa Pig, Thomas & Friends, and Octonauts. The full ranked list of 40 sits above — open any show for ratings, reviews, and streaming availability.
    How is this list ranked?
    British animation TV shows are ordered by overall popularity, which blends how often a title is viewed, searched, and logged. It updates as viewing habits shift, so the list reflects what people are actually watching rather than a fixed critical canon.
    Where can I watch these TV shows?
    Every show page lists current streaming, rental, and purchase options for your region, alongside community ratings and reviews from Flickfolio members.

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