Kate & Mim-Mim
A girl and her toy bunny explore the magical world of Mimiloo.
Kate & Mim-Mim is an animated children's television series created by the married couple Scott and Julie Stewart. It originally aired on CBeebies in the United Kingdom from August 4, 2014, to March 23, 2018. The first season was produced by Nerd Corps Entertainment, with DHX Studios taking over for the second season alongside FremantleMedia Kids & Family Entertainment. The show follows a young girl named Kate and her stuffed bunny, Mim-Mim, as they embark on imaginative adventures in the fictional land of Mimiloo.
The main characters include Kate (voiced by Maryke Hendrikse in Canada and Jessica Hann in the UK), a five-year-old girl whose best friend is her purple plush rabbit, Mim-Mim (voiced by Lee Tockar in Canada and Rob Foster in the UK), who wears aviator goggles. Kate's mother, Valerie, is voiced by Nicole Oliver in Canada and Joanna Ruiz in the UK, while her father, Marco, is voiced by David Godfrey in Canada and Charlie Ryan in the UK. Other characters include Boomer (voiced by Maryke Hendrikse in Canada and Joanna Ruiz in the UK), a blue creature with a small rooster-like comb and blue eyes, who is Lily's younger brother and enjoys causing trouble with Tack's gadgets; Lily (voiced by Tabitha St. Germain in Canada and Jess Robinson in the UK), a pink creature with a rooster-like comb who loves flowers and cooking and looks after Boomer; Gobble (voiced by Brian Drummond in Canada and Terence Mann in the UK), a groundhog who tends his garden and helps others; and Tack (voiced by Matt Hill in Canada and Charlie Ryan in the UK), an orange-yellow tree frog who is an inventor.
The series aired on Knowledge Network and BBC Kids in Canada starting September 1, 2014. In the United States, the first episode premiered on Disney Jr. on December 19, 2014, and continued until July 2, 2017, when Disney Jr. lost the rights. In the United Kingdom, it premiered on CBeebies on August 4, 2014. Other broadcasters also carried the series.
Home media releases include a DVD titled *Funny Bunny Friend* in the UK on March 23, 2015. North American DVDs include *A Christmas Wish* (November 9, 2015), *Flight of the Flowers* (May 1, 2016), *Balloon Buddies* (May 24, 2016), *The Mimiloo Zoo* (September 20, 2016), *Musical Mimiloo* (March 21, 2017), and *Super Kate* (August 8, 2017).
- First aired
- 4 August 2014 (CBeebies)
Lore & Background
The series was created by Scott and Julie Stewart, a husband-and-wife team. It originally aired on CBeebies in the United Kingdom from 4 August 2014 to 23 March 2018. The first season was produced by Nerd Corps Entertainment, while the second season was produced by DHX Studios in partnership with FremantleMedia Kids & Family Entertainment. The show also aired on Knowledge Kids and BBC Kids in Canada starting 1 September 2014, on Disney Jr. in the United States from 19 December 2014 to 2 July 2017, and on CBeebies in the United Kingdom starting 4 August 2014.
The main characters include Kate, a 5-year-old girl voiced by Maryke Hendrikse in Canada and Jessica Hann in th
Reader's Guide
Kate & Mim-Mim is significant as a children's television series that emphasizes imaginative play and friendship through the adventures of a young girl and her stuffed bunny. The show's production history reflects a transition from Nerd Corps Entertainment to DHX Studios, and its broadcast spanned multiple countries, including Canada, the United States, and the United Kingdom. The series received a Leo Award nomination in 2015, indicating recognition within the animation industry for its sound design. Its legacy includes a range of home media releases in North America, such as 'A Christmas Wish' and 'Super Kate', and a DVD release in the United Kingdom prior to its TV premiere. The show's focus on a female protagonist and her creative problem-solving in a fantasy world contributed to its appeal among preschool audiences. Common Sense Media reviewed the series, noting its suitability for young children.
Did You Know?
- The series was created by husband-and-wife duo Scott and Julie Stewart.
- The first season was produced by Nerd Corps Entertainment, and the second by DHX Studios.
- The episode 'Bunch o' Boomers' was nominated for a Leo Award for Best Overall Sound in an Animation Program or Series in 2015.
- A DVD titled 'Funny Bunny Friend' was released in the United Kingdom on 23 March 2015, a year prior to its TV premiere.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kate & Mim-Mim?
Kate & Mim-Mim is a CBeebies animated preschool series that follows a young girl and her stuffed bunny companion as they explore a magical world called Mimiloo through imaginative play. It was created by the married duo Scott and Julie Stewart.
Who created and produced Kate & Mim-Mim?
The show was created by Scott and Julie Stewart. Nerd Corps Entertainment handled production of the first season, while DHX Studios and FremantleMedia Kids & Family Entertainment took over for the second season.
What is Mimiloo?
Mimiloo is the fictional land that serves as the primary adventure setting in the series. Kate and her toy bunny Mim-Mim journey there together, where they encounter various characters and situations that explore themes of friendship and curiosity.
When did Kate & Mim-Mim air on CBeebies?
The series premiered on 4 August 2014 and ran until 23 March 2018, spanning two seasons. It was broadcast on the UK's CBeebies channel throughout its run.
Who voices Kate in the show?
In the Canadian dub, Kate is voiced by Maryke Hendrikse. The character is a young girl whose stuffed bunny, Mim-Mim, comes to life during their shared adventures in Mimiloo.
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