The Family-Ness (1984)

Synopsis

The Family-Ness is a British cartoon series produced in 1983. It was first broadcast on BBC One from 5 October 1984 to 5 April 1985, and it was created by Peter Maddocks of Maddocks Cartoon Productions. Maddocks later went on to produce Penny Crayon and Jimbo and the Jet Set in a similar style. Family-Ness was about the adventures of a family of Loch Ness Monsters and the MacTout family, particularly siblings Elspeth and Angus. The 'Nessies' could be called from the loch by the two children by means of their "thistle whistles". The series was followed with a large collection of merchandising including annuals, story books, character models and even a record. The single "You'll Never Find a Nessie in the Zoo" was written by Roger and Gavin Greenaway, but never made it into the Top 40.

Series Information

Created By

Peter Maddocks

First Aired

1984

Last Aired

1985

Seasons

1

Episodes

25

Episode Length

5 min

Genre

Kids, Animation

Network

BBC One

Status

Ended

Rating

5.9 / 10 (9 votes)

Top Cast

Susan Sheridan

Peter Hawkins

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