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The Adventures of Swiss Family Robinson

1998

The Adventures of Swiss Family Robinson

1998
5.9
Classic saga of the merchant and his family shipwrecked on a South Seas island. This adaptation of the Johann David Wyss tale was one of the Pax network's initial offerings.
The Wiggles

1998

The Wiggles

1998
6.1
A show geared for babies up to older toddlers. This show is full of music, teaching kids songs and easy dances.
Merlin

1998

Merlin

1998
6.9
A retelling of the legend of King Arthur from the perspective of the wizard Merlin. Sam Neill stars in the title role in a story that covers not only the rise and fall of Camelot but also the phase in the legendary history of Britain that precedes it.
The Country Mouse and the City Mouse Adventures

1998

The Country Mouse and the City Mouse Adventures

1998
7.7
Follow mice Emily and her cousin Alexander as they go on adventures around the world in the early 20th century, usually to stop the evil rat No-Tail No-Goodnik.
Freaky Stories

1997

Freaky Stories

1997
8.4
Freaky Stories is a Canadian television series, which was originally broadcast by YTV in English and Canal Famille in French. It is an animated show about urban legends hosted by two animatronic puppets, Larry de Bug, a cockroach, and his gooey sidekick, Maurice the maggot in Ted's Diner - a 1940's era diner setting staffed by Rosie the waitress. The series, described as "a Twilight Zone for kids", centers on the kind of myths and legends that are told as scary campfire or bedtime stories. Every episode always starts with and finishes with the phrase: "This is a true story, and it happened to a friend of a friend of mine." and by the words of Larry, "Just because they never happened, doesn't mean they ain't true." Animation styles and musical scoring varied within each half-hour episode, incorporating 20 different looks in the first season alone. The short stories and changing styles were specifically designed to keep viewers' attention span.
Popular Mechanics for Kids

1997

Popular Mechanics for Kids

1997
8.2
Popular Mechanics for Kids is an educational Canadian television series based on Popular Mechanics magazine. It was notable for starting the careers of both Elisha Cuthbert and Jay Baruchel. The show's purpose was to teach viewers how things work. It was awarded the Parents Choice Award in 2003, and was nominated for the Gemini Awards. The show was filmed primarily in Montreal, Quebec, and is currently distributed on VHS / DVD by Koch Vision.
The Weird Al Show

1997

The Weird Al Show

1997
6.8
This Saturday morning hit brings Weird Al’s signature warped comedy, original songs, spoofs, offbeat animation, and a motley crew of surprise guests.
The Adventures of Paddington Bear

1997

The Adventures of Paddington Bear

1997
6.5
The Adventures of Paddington Bear was a Canadian/French animated children's television series. It was based on the book Paddington Bear by Michael Bond and written by Bruce Robb. It was produced by Cinar and Protecrea and ran for 117 episodes. The show aired in the United States on the Cookie Jar Toons block on This TV from November 2008 - August 2009. However, all CINAR references in these broadcasts have been replaced by Cookie Jar references. It was also shown on HBO.
Teletubbies

1997

Teletubbies

1997
4.4
Pre-school fun, fantasy and education with colourful rotund characters Tinky Winky, Dipsy, Laa-Laa and Po in a magical land called Teletubbyland.
Loggerheads – Björn und die wilden Wikinger

1997

Loggerheads – Björn und die wilden Wikinger

1997
The Loggerheads was an animated cartoon television series by Magma Films. It combined an old viking storylines with dark humour. It lasted only one season and was shown in Germany in 1997, on Britain's Channel Five in 1998 and later on the Pop TV channel, and in Italy TMC2 in 1999. The Story revolved around the Loggerhead chief Bjorn the Red and the rich Gissur the Pale and his family's attempts to contest the post. The opening/ending theme of the Italian version was written by Vito Abbonato and Andrea Ridolfi.
Bruno the Kid

1996

Bruno the Kid

1996
6
A boy genius goes on dangerous missions as the world's youngest spy, while trying to keep his side job hidden from his parents and classmates.
Flipper

1995

Flipper

1995
6.9
Flipper is a 1995–2000 American family adventure drama series developed by E.F. Wallengren, Michael Nankin and Reuben Leder, a sequel to Jack Cowden's 1964–67 NBC series of the same name. In and around the Bal Harbor Institute, a marine mammal research facility in beautiful Florida Keys, groundbreaking studies are being conducted on dolphin behavior and everyone's favorite dolphin finds adventure.
Nancy Drew

1995

Nancy Drew

1995
7.3
Nancy Drew is a curious and fiercely independent 20-year old criminology student whose consummate passion is sloving mysteries.
Once Upon a Hamster

1995

Once Upon a Hamster

1995
This beloved family series follows the exciting adventures of Hammy the Hamster and his woodland friends.
The Magic School Bus

1994

The Magic School Bus

1994
7.7
An eccentric schoolteacher takes her class on wondrous educational field trips with the help of a magical school bus.
Mais où se cache Carmen Sandiego ?

1994

Mais où se cache Carmen Sandiego ?

1994
The Legend of Snow White

1994

The Legend of Snow White

1994
9.7
The Legend of Snow White is a Japanese anime series produced by Tatsunoko Production and based on the European fairy tale. Directed by Tsuneo Ninomiya and using a screenplay written by Jinzō Toriumi, the series premiered on NHK on April 6, 1994 and ran for 52-episodes until its conclusion on March 29, 1995. The series uses two pieces of theme music: one opening theme, "Heart no mori e tsuretette" by Miki Sakai with Red Dolphins, and one ending theme, "Folk Dance" by Mebae Miyahara.
Cadillacs and Dinosaurs

1993

Cadillacs and Dinosaurs

1993
6.9
The adventures of the human survivors in a future dinosaur dominated world.
Frasier

1993

Frasier

1993
7.7
After many years spent at the “Cheers” bar, Frasier moves back home to Seattle to work as a radio psychiatrist after his policeman father gets shot in the hip on duty.
Big Comfy Couch

1993

Big Comfy Couch

1993
7.4
The Big Comfy Couch is a Canadian children's television series about Loonette the Clown and her dolly Molly, who solve everyday problems on their "Big Comfy Couch". It aired from 1992 until early 2006. It was produced by Cheryl Wagner and Robert Mills, directed by Wayne Moss and Mills. It premiered on March 2, 1992 in Canada and in 1995 in the USA on public television stations across the country. There is also a Spanish version of the show titled, "El Sofa de mi Imaginacion". It also aired in the United Kingdom on GMTV's kids block. The show's format revolves around Loonette the Clown, who lives with her dolly Molly on the eponymous Big Comfy Couch. Episodes are generally focused on a theme or a lesson. For example, Season 3's episode "Full of Life" explored the concepts of "full" and "empty", while "Sticks and Stones" dealt with name-calling and teasing.