Potatoes and Dragons
A potato kingdom struggles against a persistent dragon.
Potatoes and Dragons is an animated series created by Jan Van Rijsselberge for Canal J, France 3 and Teletoon. It was produced by Alphanim and CINAR Corporation for its first season and by Cookie Jar Entertainment for its second season, in association with DQ Entertainment, LuxAnimation and Europool. The series follows a kingdom of potatoes led by King Hugo III as they attempt to fend off a dragon, usually without success.
Quick Facts
- Creator
- Jan Van Rijsselberge
- Director
- Jean-Christophe Roger
- Voices
- Danny Wells
- Mark Camacho
- Mark Hauser
- Annie Bovaird
- Carrie Finlay
- John Vamvas
- Theme music
- Jeff Fisher
- Composer
- Ray Fabi; Jeff Fisher
- Country
- Canada
- France
- Germany
- India
- Luxembourg
- Language
- French; English
- Seasons
- 2
Facts from the source article.
Characters
King Hugo III is the ruler of the land of the potatoes. He is easily upset, stubborn, and dislikes the local dragon, as well as anyone who obstructs his wishes. He is rarely in a good mood, often because the dragon flames him during their encounters, whether Hugo is teasing the dragon, interfering with its belongings, or simply minding his own business. Hugo mistreats those around him, frequently bossing them and becoming angry with Harry when the torturer fails at his duties. He is voiced by Danny Wells.
Harry serves as King Hugo's torturer and right-hand henchman. He is absentminded and often carries out the dirty work for the other workers. These knights often end up fighting against Hugo or being chased out of the kingdom.
Melody is the blonde-haired princess who loves the dragon. She works to thwart any plans to kill the dragon, as her love with Riri would end if harm came to it. Knights frequently offer to marry her, a proposal that either sends her into a joyful trance or disgusts her. She wears a pink gown and a crown smoother than King Hugo's; the dragon has never flamed her because they are friends. She is voiced by Carrie Finlay.
Riri is the court jester and the hero of the series. He loves Melody and also works to prevent the dragon's death. He often teases Juju, which sometimes angers the child. The dragon once flamed Riri by accident while aiming for King Hugo and a knight. Riri is voiced by Mark Hauser.
Juju is a child who lives in the castle and assists Riri. He is easily upset and moody, enjoys playing pranks and mocking King Hugo, and is good friends with the dragon. He teams up with Melody and Riri to save the dragon and thwart King Hugo's plans to expel it. The dragon once flamed Juju by accident and became angry with him for ruining a favorite ball, but later forgave him, and they resumed their friendship. Juju is voiced by Annie Bovaird.
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