Shaun the Sheep
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| Name: | Shaun the Sheep |
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| Creator: | Aardman Animation, Nick Park and Richard Starzak |
| Date(s): | 2007-ongoing |
| Medium: | animated television series |
| Country of Origin: | UK |
| External Links: | Aardman.com |
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Shaun the Sheep is a British stop-motion animated television series and a spin-off from the Wallace & Gromit franchise. Created by Nick Park and developed by Richard Starzak, the series follows the adventures of Shaun, a clever and mischievous sheep, and his flock at Mossy Bottom Farm.
Plot Summary
Shaun lives with his flock at Mossy Bottom Farm, a small English farm. Each episode centers around Shaun's attempts to add excitement to their otherwise boring lives. The action often snowballs into fantastic sitcom-style escapades, most often because the sheep are fascinated with human technology and culture.
Characters
- Shaun: The protagonist of the series, Shaun is a clever and resourceful sheep who often leads his flock into mischief.
- Bitzer: The farm's sheepdog, who tries to keep Shaun and the flock out of trouble while managing the farm.
- The Farmer: The oblivious owner of Mossy Bottom Farm, who is unaware of the chaos caused by his animals.
- Timmy: A young lamb and Shaun's cousin, who later stars in his own spin-off series, Timmy Time.
- Shirley: A large sheep who is often used as a tool or vehicle by the other sheep.
- The Flock: The other sheep at Mossy Bottom Farm, who follow Shaun's lead in their adventures.
Production
The series was created using Aardman Animations' signature stop-motion clay animation technique. It premiered on March 5, 2007, on CBBC in the UK and has since become one of the longest-running animated series in British television. The series has inspired several spin-offs, including Timmy Time and feature-length films.
Awards and Recognition
Shaun the Sheep has received critical acclaim for its creativity, humor, and technical achievements. The series has won numerous awards, including International Emmy Awards and BAFTAs. It remains a beloved show for audiences of all ages.