Mongrels is a British sitcom that originally aired on BBC Three from 2010 to 2011.
The show was created by Dan Tetsell and features a cast of animal friends living together in a London flat.
The series follows the misadventures of a group of mongrels, a term used to describe a mixed-breed dog, and their human friends.
Each episode typically features the mongrels getting into humorous situations and causing chaos in their neighborhood.
Production Details
The BBC Three series Mongrels was produced by BBC in-house production teams.
The show was filmed in the UK, with a mix of location and studio filming used to bring the story to life.
The series was produced over the course of several months, with a dedicated team working to bring each episode to completion.
Series 1 (2010)
Series 1 (2010) was quite the eventful season, folks.
The first episode, "Nelson the Online Predator", aired on June 22, 2010, and introduced us to some of the quirky characters we'd come to love. Guest star Toby Anstis made a memorable appearance.
Adam Miller directed the first four episodes, showcasing his skill in handling the cast's antics. Jon Brown's writing kept the storylines engaging and humorous.
Here's a brief rundown of the first eight episodes:
Each episode brought its own share of laughs and excitement, and it's no surprise the season ended on a high note.
Series 2 (2011)
Series 2 of Mongrels was released in 2011, and it consisted of 9 episodes. The show was directed by Adam Miller, who brought the quirky humor and lovable characters to life. This season had a great mix of celebrity guests, including Ainsley Harriott, Richard O'Brien, and Russell Tovey.
The first episode, "Marion and the Force-Field", aired on November 7, 2011. It was written by Jon Brown, who did a fantastic job of setting the tone for the rest of the season.
Here's a breakdown of the episodes in Series 2:
Each episode had its own unique plot and humor, with the gang getting into all sorts of wacky misadventures.
Cast and Characters
The cast and characters of the production were a talented bunch. Rufus Jones provided the voice of Nelson, an urban fox who had adopted a middle-class, metrosexual lifestyle.
The production had a diverse cast, with each character bringing their own unique personality to the table. Dan Tetsell voiced Marion, a homeless Persian alley cat. Lucy Montgomery played Destiny, a beautiful Afghan Hound.
Katy Brand's voice brought Kali to life, a cynical and street-smart pigeon. Paul Kaye's portrayal of Vince, a violent and foul-mouthed sociopathic fox, was particularly notable. Tony Way played Gary, Destiny's owner.
The puppeteers involved in the production included Andy Heath, Warrick Brownlow-Pike, Richard Coombs, Sue Beattie, and Iestyn Evans. Ruth Bratt also made appearances as various incidental characters.
Here's a list of the main cast and characters:
- Nelson (urban fox) - voiced by Rufus Jones, operated by Andy Heath
- Marion (homeless Persian alley cat) - voiced by Dan Tetsell, operated by Warrick Brownlow-Pike
- Destiny (Afghan Hound) - voiced by Lucy Montgomery, operated by Richard Coombs and Sue Beattie
- Kali (pigeon) - voiced by Katy Brand, operated by Iestyn Evans
- Vince (sociopathic fox) - voiced by Paul Kaye, operated by various puppeteers
- Gary (Destiny's owner) - voiced by Tony Way
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did Mongrels get cancelled?
Mongrels was cancelled due to a decision made by Zai Bennett, the BBC's controller of entertainment commissioning. The show's third series was not renewed, reportedly due to declining ratings and plagiarism accusations.
Where can I watch Mongrel?
You can watch Mongrels on Google Play, Amazon, and Vudu. Rent or purchase to stream this title.
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