OOglies

Lore & Background

The show was created and written by Nick Hopkin, Tim Dann, and Austin Low, with voices provided by Tim Dann, Peter Dickson, and Shelley Longworth. The commission was for two series of 13 shows, each 15 minutes long, produced in a block over five months in Glasgow. Episodes begin with a mock safety announcement voiced by Peter Dickson, stating that all stunts 'have been performed by trained OOglies'. In the 2015 revival OOglies Funsize, the message 'It's time for OOglies!' was added.

Reader's Guide

OOglies features numerous recurring character groups, such as Playful Grapes and Melonhead, Boo Potato, Strawberry Lovers, and The Cherry-aiders, each with distinct gags. The show's significance lies in its simple, humorous format aimed at young children, using everyday objects to create relatable comedy. Its legacy includes a return in 2015 as OOglies Funsize, indicating continued popularity. The series is notable for its stop-motion animation style and the use of googly eyes as a unifying visual theme. The sketches often involve slapstick and mild peril, with the safety announcement framing the action as performed by trained OOglies.

Did You Know?

• The show's title comes from the googly eyes stuck on virtually all the household items and food characters.
• The Strawberry Lovers finally get together in the last episode of Series 1.
• In OOglies Funsize, the message 'It's time for OOglies!' is added to the opening.