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Plot Summary:
Short Cuts was an Australian children's television series that first screened on the Seven Network in 2001. The 26-episode series was aimed at teenagers. It was financed by the Australian Film Finance Corporation and Burberry Productions. The series was subsequently repeated on the youth-oriented network ABC3 in March and April 2011.
IMDB Rating: 8.3
IMDB Votes: 52
Genere: Family
Country: Australia
Duration: 25 min
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Blippi (2014)
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FUN EDUCATIONAL videos for children! Kids will learn colors, learn shapes, learn numbers, learn letters, the alphabet, abc's and so much more with Blippi's nursery rhymes, educational songs, and educational videos! Blippi ties in things children love like Backhoes, Tractors, Planes, Trains, Animals, Boats, Unicorns, Construction Equipment, Firetrucks, Horses, and the list goes on! Incorporating cartoons and animation with real life footage!.
IMDB Rating: 6.2
IMDB Votes: 576
Genere: Family
Country: USA
Duration: 11 min
Plot tags: educational, funny, light, feel good, humorous, captivating, entertaining, semi serious
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Oh Yuck! (2017)
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Oh Yuck is a fast-paced, fact-laden, laugh out loud, narrative comedy series for 11-13 year old kids that mixes live action with animation to explore the science behind all things ooey, gooey, slimy and mucky.
IMDB Rating: 7.9
IMDB Votes: 32
Genere: Family
Country: Canada
Duration:
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The Dream Job (2016)
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Many people harbour the hope of a 'dream job', one that pays well, offer great benefits, and with a boss who treats them like his own.
IMDB Rating: 6.7
IMDB Votes: 18
Genere: Family
Country: Singapore
Duration: 45 min
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Q Series: Love of Sandstorm (2016)
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Three grown siblings must rethink their idea of family when they learn their parents are getting divorced and have their eyes on new partners.
IMDB Rating: 5.7
IMDB Votes: 338
Genere: Family
Country: Taiwan
Duration: 110 min
Plot tags: light, romantic, captivating, entertaining
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Giada in Italy (2015)
Plot Summary:
Giada De Laurentiis returns to the land of her birth for an extended stay, spending time with friends and family and revisiting flavors that have inspired her life's work.
IMDB Rating: 6.9
IMDB Votes: 69
Genere: Family
Country: USA
Duration: 30 min
Plot tags: funny, light, feel good, captivating, entertaining, culinary, realistic, talky
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Christmas Star (2012)
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IMDB Rating: 6.5
IMDB Votes: 207
Genere: Family
Country: Denmark
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Detention Adventure (2019)
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Three nerdy friends and the school bully must get themselves thrown into detention to find the entrance to a labyrinth of trap-laden tunnels protecting the fabled hidden lab of Alexander Graham Bell.
IMDB Rating: 7.4
IMDB Votes: 104
Genere: Family
Country: Canada
Duration:
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Critter Fixers: Country Vets (2020)
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100 miles south of Atlanta, Dr. Hodges and Dr. Ferguson are two longtime friends who own and operate Critter Fixer Veterinary Hospital. Together with their loving staff, Drs. Hodges and Ferguson treat and care for over 20,000 patients. Between emergency visits to the office, and farm calls throughout rural Georgia - the Critter Fixers are constantly bombarded with unique cases you only see in the country.
IMDB Rating: 8.8
IMDB Votes: 238
Genere: Family
Country: USA
Duration:
Plot tags: sincere, captivating
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Topsy and Tim (2013)
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Follow the activities of two children.
IMDB Rating: 6.4
IMDB Votes: 198
Genere: Family
Country: UK
Duration: 11 min
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Ninja Nanny (2019)
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When awkward pre-teen Hunter and her patch-work family enter into a life of new-found celebrity and move to a posh neighborhood, she is distraught. She hates this snobbish village filled with brats and bullies. To make matters worse, her stepfather hires a nanny, Farah, to look after the kids while Hunter feels lonely and neglected. One day though, things suddenly change. A mysterious ninja saves her from the bullies - turns out that was her nanny. Hunter resolves to become a ninja master herself and discovers that if you really want something, you have to go all the way to achieve it.
IMDB Rating: 7.9
IMDB Votes: 45
Genere: Family
Country: Netherlands
Duration: 21 min
Plot tags: sincere, captivating
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My Perfect Landing (2020)
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The Cortez family moves from Miami to Toronto to open a new gymnastics club.
IMDB Rating: 6.9
IMDB Votes: 231
Genere: Family
Country: Canada
Duration:
Plot tags: captivating, entertaining, disturbing
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Lockdown (2020)
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Lockdown is an event series that follows a group of bored quarantined teens working together online to solve a mystery involving one of their neighbors - a mystery which ultimately places them all in danger.
IMDB Rating: 7.1
IMDB Votes: 20
Genere: Family
Country: Canada
Duration: 13 min
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Interrupting Chicken (2022)
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A young little chicken named Piper has a habit of interrupting storytime! Every time Piper hears a story, she can’t help but jump in, ask questions and let her imagination run wild as she tries to fill in details, guess what happens next or insert herself in the middle of the action to help save the day.
IMDB Rating: 6.8
IMDB Votes: 51
Genere: Family
Country: Canada
Duration:
Plot tags: educational, 2d animation
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Jonny Briggs (1985)
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Jonny Briggs is a Children's BBC television programme first broadcast in 1985. It revolves around the exploits of a young boy, the eponymous hero, his pet dog, Razzle, and his eccentric family members: Mam and Dad, older sister Rita and older brothers Albert and Humph. Another older sister is mentioned but never seen. The stories often centre on Jonny's school life, where he and his best friend Pam are constantly in battle with the dreadful twins Ginny and Josie. Previously some of the Jonny Briggs books by Joan Eadington were read on Jackanory. In the books Jonny has two more older sisters - Pat and Sandra. Cast members included Richard Holian as Jonny, Leslie Schofield, and Sue Devaney. Based on a series of popular children's books by Joan Eadington, the programme is set in Middlesbrough, and was filmed in Bradford. The theme tune "The Acrobat" composed by J A Greenwood in 1936 is considered synonymous with the series. The piece of music chosen for the programme was recorded by renowned trombonist Colin Buchanan.
IMDB Rating: 7.0
IMDB Votes: 196
Genere: Family
Country: UK
Duration: 20 min
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Jul i Skomakergata (Christmas at Cobbler's Street) (1979)
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Probably one of the greatest pre-Christmas calendar serials ever made. First published in 1979, still being demanded by viewers We meet shoemaker Jens Petrus Andersen and his pet "Tøflus". We also meet Jens Petrus' neighbours and friends. 24 episodes.
IMDB Rating: 7.6
IMDB Votes: 804
Genere: Family
Country: Norway
Duration: 20 min
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Stepmom and Daughter Blues (2018)
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Eight-year-old Miyuki lost her mother several years ago and has since lived with just her father, Ryoichi. One day, she is suddenly introduced to Akiko, who is to be her new mother. Akiko uses her stellar business skills to try to win the little girl over, only to fail miserably. Ryoichi tries to reason with Miyuki, but to no avail. Akiko changes tactics and tries to get Shimoyama, a woman in the neighborhood who knows Miyuki well, on her side.
IMDB Rating: 7.4
IMDB Votes: 315
Genere: Family
Country: Japan
Duration:
Plot tags: light, captivating, entertaining, romantic
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T. Sventon, Private Investigator (1989)
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Aired in December on the Swedish channel SVT as their Christmas Calender series of 1989. The Story follows private eye Ture Sventon as he solves crimes in Lingonboda, the Arabian desert, London, and Stockholm. His secretary Ms. Jansson and good friend Mr. Omar aids him in the constant battle against his arch enemy Vilhelm Vessla. Based on the books by Åke Holmberg.
IMDB Rating: 6.8
IMDB Votes: 229
Genere: Family
Country: Sweden
Duration: 30 min
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Children in Need (1980)
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BBC Children in Need is the BBC's UK charity. Since 1980 it has raised over £600 million to change the lives of disabled children and young people in the UK. One of the highlights is an annual telethon, held in November and televised on BBC One and BBC One HD from 7:30pm until 2am. "Pudsey Bear" is BBC Children in Need's mascot, whilst Terry Wogan is a long-standing host. BBC Children in Need is one of three high-profile British telethons, although the only charity belonging to the BBC, the other telethons being Red Nose Day and Sport Relief, both supporting the Comic Relief charity. The 2012 appeal took place on Friday 16 November.
IMDB Rating: 5.9
IMDB Votes: 302
Genere: Family
Country: UK
Duration:
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Jonson & Spout (2006)
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Jonson & Spout is a Swedish comedy series for children and childlike adults that began production in 2005. Written and directed by Per Simonsson. 2006-2012 has five seasons shown on TV4, a total of 75 sections.
IMDB Rating: 7.2
IMDB Votes: 64
Genere: Family
Country: Sweden
Duration:
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Double Trouble (2008)
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Double Trouble is an Australian children's television series on the Nine Network. It was produced by the Central Australian Aboriginal Media Association. Double Trouble was the remake of the 1984 American series starring former twin actresses Jean and Liz Sagal.
IMDB Rating: 7.3
IMDB Votes: 44
Genere: Family
Country: Australia
Duration:
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Move It Mob Style (2012)
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An Australian dance-based youth, health and fitness TV show that showcases young Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people's culture through dance and music. No matter what your age, it's guaranteed to get you up off the couch and moving to some deadly beats! Move It Mob Style is a positive, high energy show that takes you on a journey across Australia and gives you a unique view of Aboriginal communities and culture while providing health information and examples of how to achieve a healthy lifestyle.
IMDB Rating: 6.9
IMDB Votes: 10
Genere: Family
Country: Australia
Duration: 24 min
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Take Hart (1977)
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Take Hart is a British children's television show about art, presented by Tony Hart. It took over from Vision On, and ran from 1977 until 1983. The show featured Hart and the animated Plasticine character Morph, and other characters created by David Sproxton like 'Smoulder the Moulder', which was a lump of mould which would create props by 'spraying' them out of a spray can. The only other human to appear on a regular basis was Mr Bennett, the caretaker, played by Colin Bennett. The programme won a BAFTA award for Hart in 1984. As well as demonstrating small-scale projects, Hart also created large-scale artworks on the TV studio floor, and even used beaches and other open spaces as 'canvases'. This idea was later adopted by Art Attack. A regular feature of the show was 'The Gallery', which displayed artworks sent in by young viewers. The easy-listening vibraphone music accompanying this feature - "Left Bank Two", composed by Wayne Hill - has passed into British TV musical lore. In later series, "Left Bank Two" alternated with John Williams' recording of "Cavatina", which is also well-remembered by many viewers.
IMDB Rating: 7.5
IMDB Votes: 113
Genere: Family
Country: UK
Duration: 30 min
Plot tags: claymation
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Barney & Friends (1992)
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Barney & Friends is an American children's television series aimed at children from ages 2 to 5. The series, which first aired on April 6, 1992, features the title character Barney, a purple anthropomorphic Tyrannosaurus rex who conveys educational messages through songs and small dance routines with a friendly, optimistic attitude. New episodes have not been produced since 2009; however reruns continue to air on various PBS stations.
IMDB Rating: 3.9
IMDB Votes: 8000
Genere: Family
Country: USA
Duration: 30 min
Plot tags: spooky, humorous, semi serious, independent film, educational
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The Lodge (2016)
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Fifteen-year-old Skye moves with her father from the big city to rural Northern Ireland, where they take over a local family owned hotel called North Star, previously managed by Skye's grandfather. Skye tries to build a new life, but this new life is not free from complications as Skye must navigate through the everyday stresses of life as a teenager and tries to integrate into a group of teenagers who live and work in the hotel.
IMDB Rating: 6.2
IMDB Votes: 667
Genere: Family
Country: UK
Duration: 22 min
Plot tags: feel good, captivating, entertaining, semi serious
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Waffles + Mochi (2021)
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Curious puppet pals Waffles and Mochi travel the world exploring the wonders of food and culture while learning how to cook with fresh ingredients.
IMDB Rating: 7.6
IMDB Votes: 557
Genere: Family
Country: USA
Duration:
Plot tags: educational, funny, light, feel good, humorous, captivating, entertaining, semi serious, smart, clever
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Imagination Movers (2008)
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Imagination Movers is a Live-action Pre-school television series that premiered on September 6, 2008 on Disney Channel. The program was originally part of the Playhouse Disney daily block intended for preschoolers. On February 14, 2011, it was moved to the Disney Junior block, serving as Playhouse Disney's replacement. The Imagination Movers TV series is based on the format and music of the New Orleans based music group Imagination Movers who both act and are co-executive-producers of the show. On May 30, 2011, it was announced that the series will end after the remaining episodes of the third season have aired, though the band itself will continue and is open to doing other projects. On November 28, 2011 the Movers ran an announcement on official Facebook page implying that they have been given the green light to air more new episodes of the show in 2012.
IMDB Rating: 7.1
IMDB Votes: 874
Genere: Family
Country: USA
Duration: 30 min
Plot tags: humorous, semi serious, funny, feel good, captivating, entertaining, realistic, nostalgic
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Fergus McPhail (2004)
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Fergus McPhail is an Australian children's comedy series that was released on Network Ten in 2004.
IMDB Rating: 6.0
IMDB Votes: 53
Genere: Family
Country: Australia
Duration: 25 min
Plot tags: humorous, semi serious, feel good, captivating, offbeat, realistic, nostalgic
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A Gurls Wurld (2010)
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A gURLs wURLd, also known as Emma's Chatroom and Cyber Girls, is an Australian children's television series, co-produced by Screen Australia, Southern Star Entertainment, Southern Star Singapore, the Media Development Authority of Singapore, NDR, the German Norddeutscher Rundfunk and TV Plus Production. It first aired on the Nine Network on 2 July 2011. There are 26 half hour episodes in the series.
IMDB Rating: 7.2
IMDB Votes: 379
Genere: Family
Country: Singapore, Australia, Germany
Duration:
Plot tags: humorous, semi serious, light, sincere, feel good, captivating, touching
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Our Sister's Soulmate (2020)
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27 year old Adachi Momoko lost both her parents in an accident when she was in third year high school. She then gave up going to college and has been working at a home centre for the past nine years while supporting her three younger brothers who are now 20, 17, and 14 year old respectively.
IMDB Rating: 7.4
IMDB Votes: 123
Genere: Family
Country: Japan
Duration:
Plot tags: sincere, romantic, captivating, entertaining
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Can't write! ~A life without scenario~ (2021)
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Keisuke Yoshimaru is a screenwriter, but instead of working, he is responsible for all household chores. On the other hand, Keisuke's wife, Nami, is a popular novel writer under the name "Ririko Kōsaka". Nami is the breadwinner with outstanding fame and income. Keisuke is somehow satisfied with his current life, but, one day, the main writer of a prime-time drama suddenly drops out, and Keisuke was given the opportunity to write again. Although Keisuke starts writing with full of expectations, he begins to be swayed by various problems.
IMDB Rating: 6.4
IMDB Votes: 54
Genere: Family
Country: Japan
Duration:
Plot tags: sincere, captivating, entertaining