Babar 1989
What is Babar?
Babar is a television series first released in 1989. Catalogued under Animation, Family.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 1989
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 78
- Runtime
- 26 minutes
- First aired
- Jan 3, 1989
- Networks
- CBC Television, K2, NBC, Canal+
- Genres
- Animation, Family
- Updated
How long to binge?
Estimate the schedule using 78 episodes and an average 26-minute runtime.
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Babar is a television series first released in 1989. Catalogued under Animation, Family. Produced and broadcast by CBC Television, K2, NBC. Current status: Ended. Spans 6 seasons and 78 tracked episodes.
Should you watch it?
“A gentle elephant king recounts his childhood adventures and lessons for his family.”
- Based on beloved classic children’s books
- Shows moral lessons through Babar’s early experiences
- Family‑friendly animation with a gentle tone
- Animation style reflects its 1980s origins
- Story pacing may feel slow for older viewers
Watch it if you enjoy wholesome stories that teach values through charming animal characters.
The series is gentle and suitable for young children, with mild themes presented in a comforting manner.
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What source material does the series draw from?
It adapts the children’s books created by Jean de Brunhoff and his son Laurent de Brunhoff.
Who tells the story in the series?
The narrative is presented from the point of view of Babar, the elephant king.
When did the series first air?
The animated series premiered in 1989.
What rating and audience is it aimed at?
It is rated TV‑G and intended for families and young children.
Which companies were involved in producing the show?
Co‑production was handled by Nelvana Limited, The Clifford Ross Company, Ellipsanime (season 6) and Kodansha.
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