The Animated Adventure
An animated special for all the family about Tabby McTat, based on the picture book written by Julia Donaldson and illustrated by Axel Scheffler.
In the bustling heart of London, Tabby McTat (Sope Dirisu), a singing cat, and his busker friend Fred (Rob Brydon) entertain passing crowds, and the pair are 'purrrfectly happy'. One day, while Tabby McTat takes a stroll, he stumbles upon a friendly feline named Sock (Susan Wokoma). Then fate takes an unexpected turn when a thief steals the buskers' hard-earned money.
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Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Narrator | Jodie Whittaker |
| Tabby McTat | Sope Dirisu |
| Fred | Rob Brydon |
| Sock | Susan Wokoma |
| Pat | Joanna Scanlan |
| Prunella | Cariad Lloyd |
| Samuel Sprat | Rory Finnegan |
| Ambulance Boy | Felix Tandon |
| Composer | Ren茅 Aubry |
| Author | Julia Donaldson |
| Author | Axel Scheffler |
| Producer | Barney Goodland |
| Producer | Michael Rose |
| Director | Jac Hamman |
| Director | Sarah Scrimgeour |
Broadcasts
- Christmas Day 2023 14:35
- Boxing Day 2023 08:55
Thu 28 Dec 2023 06:05- New Year's Day 2025 13:30麻豆社 One except HD & Nightlight
- Sat 31 May 2025 13:15麻豆社 One Wales & Wales HD only
- Sat 31 May 2025 15:05麻豆社 One except HD, Wales, Wales HD & Nightlight
- Tue 30 Dec 2025 09:00麻豆社 One except HD & Nightlight
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