Pappyland
Pappyland was a live action children's television show originally written by Jon Nappa. More than 65 episodes were written by award-winning children's writer, Benette Whitmore. It was originally broadcast on TLC from September 30, 1996 to December 1999. Then, after cancellation, aired reruns until February 21, 2003. The show starred acclaimed cartoonist-artist Michael Cariglio as Pappy Drewitt, an artist/49er type character who lived in a magical cabin in a bizarre land with many different creatures and people. More than half of the show was shot on bluescreen. During each half-hour segment, Pappy and other characters danced, sang, taught life lessons and other children's television fare but the main focus of the show was watching Pappy draw pictures. Viewers who sent in their artwork, had their drawing shown during the "Hall of Frames" segment near the end and the closing credits.
Cast: Michael Cariglio, Mike Curley, Gabriel Velez
26 episodes
- 1. Tree-O Shares The SunlightOakie, Miss Maple and Birchwood argue over who is getting the most sunlight until they learn about sharing.CC28minMay 24, 1993
- 2. Chucky Loses His ToothbrushChucky Woodchuckles is upset about losing his toothbrush.CC28min
- 3. I'm Not a Turtle, I'm a RockTurtle Lou thinks he is a rock, but he is a turtle after all since Pappy tells him that it is okay to be yourself.CC28min
- 4. A Lesson for LilyLily learns about faith.CC26min
- 5. Pumpkid Grows PatiencePumpkin Pop and Pappy teach an impatient Pumpkid about patience and taking one's time to enjoy growing.CC27min
- 6. Donkey Dan Gets A Special VisitDonkey Dan learns a valuable lesson about commitment.CC27min
- 7. Buddy Bear Learns About LovePappy teaches Buddy Bear about the different kinds of love.CC27min
- 8. First Things First for BinkyBinky the Brush learns a lesson about setting priorities.CC27min
- 9. Wanda The Woodpecker's Rude DayWanda the Woodpecker learns all about obedience after being rude to Pappy.CC27min
- 10. Turtle Lou Gives Some RespectPappy learns about respect.CC28min
- 11. Lily Loves Her FriendsNo synopsis available yet.CC28min
- 12. Pumpkin Pop Keeps His WordPumpkid is worried that Pumpkin Pop will not keep his word and take him to the Pumpkin Party.CC28min
- 13. Donkey Dan's Goofy GigglesPappy catches a case of the giggles from Donkey Dan.CC28min
- 14. Buddy Bear Wakes Up to WorkWhen Buddy Bear falls asleep while chopping wood, Pappy takes the opportunity to explain the importance of diligence.CC28min
- 15. Binky Brushes Up His ConfidenceBinky the Brush is discouraged because he thinks Pappy's drawings are nicer than his.CC28min
- 16. Miss Maple Leaves Her KindnessMiss Maple learns the importance of kindness after ordering the noisy Flutter-by and Song-Birdie to leave the forest.CC28min
- 17. Wanda the Woodpecker Won't Forgive ChuckyWanda the Woodpecker learns about forgiveness.CC29min
- 18. Turtle Lou Comes Out of His ShellTurtle Lou learns to be brave.CC28min
- 19. Forget Me Not Forgets She's SpecialForget Me Not learns that it is okay to be special.CC29min
- 20. Pumpkid Makes A MistakeNo synopsis available yet.CC28min
- 21. Donkey Dan's DisorganizationDonkey Dan's disorganization prevents him from fitting inside his stable.CC29min
- 22. Staying FitPappy teaches Buddy Bear to stay healthy and fit by eating good foods and exercising (later reworked as "Buddy Bear Gets A Honey Of A Belly").CC28min
- 23. Binky Thinks Through a PictureAfter Binky the Brush learns the value of thinking through, he is able to paint a picture he likes.CC29min
- 24. Fishface Pressures ChuckyChucky learns to stand up for himself after Fishface dares him to jump in the pond.CC28min
- 25. Tree-O's Noisy ForestTree-O and friends cannot stop talking all at once, so Pappy gets their attention by drawing a picture about the importance of listening and cooperating.CC30min
- 26. Episode 26No synopsis available yet.CC
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Pappyland
Pappyland was a live action children's television show originally written by Jon Nappa. More than 65 episodes were written by award-winning children's writer, Benette Whitmore. It was originally broadcast on TLC from September 30, 1996 to December 1999. Then, after cancellation, aired reruns until February 21, 2003. The show starred acclaimed cartoonist-artist Michael Cariglio as Pappy Drewitt, an artist/49er type character who lived in a magical cabin in a bizarre land with many different creatures and people. More than half of the show was shot on bluescreen. During each half-hour segment, Pappy and other characters danced, sang, taught life lessons and other children's television fare but the main focus of the show was watching Pappy draw pictures. Viewers who sent in their artwork, had their drawing shown during the "Hall of Frames" segment near the end and the closing credits.
Creators and cast
- Created by
- Jon Nappa, Michael Cariglio
- Studio
- WCNY, TLC
