Pinguthe iconic penguin who captivated generations with his “Noot Noot!” and his adventures among the ice, he is ready to return to the screens. The new series is brought to life by a collaboration between Aardman Animationthe British studio known for classics like Wallace & Gromit And Chickens on the Runand Mattel Television Studios, which has held the rights to the character since 2011.
This time, the little penguin will be stop-motion animated 3Da return to the traditional technique that made the original series so beloved. The series will resume the atmosphere of the first seasons, following the daily adventures of Pingu and his familymade up of her little sister Pinga and their parents, as well as a colorful host of friends.
The episodes will explore the funny misadventures by Pingu, with situations that range from the comical to the surreal, leveraging a universal visual humor that overcomes linguistic barriers. As always, Pingu will express himself through funny and incomprehensible soundsa feature that has contributed to making it an icon in the panorama of children’s animation.
Who will be the new voice of Pingu?
Pingu’s return was welcomed with enthusiasm from both nostalgic and new fans. Sarah Cox, Creative Director at Aardman, said the collaboration with Mattel was natural, as they both share a great affection for Pingu and his unique world.
“Pingu’s stop-motion animation and quirky tone fit perfectly with Aardman’s style” he commented, underlining how the team can’t wait to bring new stories full of snow and adventures. For Josh Silverman, Mattel’s Chief Franchise Officer, Pingu represents a special character capable of connect different generations and so it has actually always been.
In fact, he recalled that Pingu’s return will be characterized by a narrative capable of touch the hearts of people of all ageswhile offering a touch of modernity. The main challenge of the project will be to maintain the essence of the character while adapting it to the tastes of contemporary audiences.
One of the most anticipated aspects is the new voice of Pingu. Carlo Bonomi, the Italian actor who originally gave life to the penguin’s characteristic sounds, is passed away in 2022leaving a complex sonic legacy to collect. It remains to be seen whether the production will make use of historical recordings or whether a new voice actor will be chosen capable of recreating Pingu’s famous sounds.
Although the release date has not yet been announcedthe anticipation among fans is already very high. Young and old are eagerly awaiting the return of the little penguin, ready to bring new laughter and unforgettable moments with his famous “Noot Noot!” and to win new fans.
