Zoobilee Zoo (1986): Besetzung, Handlung & Streaming

Released in 1986, Zoobilee Zoo is a notable series.

What it’s about. Zoobilee Zoo is an Emmy Award-winning children's television series featuring costumed performers dressed as animal characters. It originally aired from 1986–1987, then in syndication until 2001 on several television channels including commercial network television stations, public television stations, The Learning Channel, and the Hallmark Channel. Only 65 episodes of the original incarnation of the show were made. While it was in syndication for 15 years, it was no longer airing on television as of July 2011. The original 65 episodes are currently owned by Hallmark Properties and were produced by WQED Pittsburgh. Generally the plot of each episode consists of the main characters, called Zoobles, encountering difficulties usually common to young children and then learning a moral lesson about dealing with such problems, such as being apprehensive of going to a doctor or learning to appreciate others. Each character has a certain gimmick in his behavior or interests that gives him a unique view on each problem faced. Mayor Ben, who usually appears at the beginnings and ends of each episode, calls the fans and viewers of the show Zoobaroos.

Who’s in it. Zoobilee Zoo stars Ben Vereen as Mayor Ben, Gary Schwartz as Bravo Fox, Karen Hartman as Talkatoo Cockatoo and Stevie Vallance as Whazzat Kangaroo, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.6/10, Zoobilee Zoo has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Zoobilee Zoo page.