---
title: "Bannertail: The Story of Gray Squirrel"
year: 1979
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/bannertail-the-story-of-gray-squirrel-1979"
media_type: "tv"
tmdb_id: 58606
imdb_id: null
status: "Ended"
seasons_count: 1
episodes_count: 26
runtime_minutes: 30
community_rating: 7.6
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Bannertail: The Story of Gray Squirrel (1979) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/bannertail-the-story-of-gray-squirrel-1979

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Bannertail: The Story of Gray Squirrel is a television series first released in 1979. Catalogued under Kids, Family, Animation. Produced and broadcast by tv asahi. Current status: Ended. Spans 1 seasons and 26 tracked episodes.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A brave orphan squirrel explores the forest with his caring cat mother."

### Why Watch
- Charming animation for children
- Heartwarming friendship story
- Gentle nature adventure

### Caveats & Content Note
- Primarily aimed at young viewers, older audiences may find it less engaging
- Tone & Suitability: The series is gentle and family‑friendly, suitable for young children.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: family, adventure, gentle

## Streaming Availability Matrix

Direct streaming licensing updates dynamically. Consult the live tracking interface at https://www.archytele.com/show/bannertail-the-story-of-gray-squirrel-1979#watch.

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Noriko Tsukase** as *Banner*
- **Keiko Yokozawa** as *Sue*
- **Kazuomi Ikeda** as *Grandfather*
- **Masako Sugaya** as *Clay*
- **Ichiro Nagai** as *Uncle Owl*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: When was Bannertail: The Story of Gray Squirrel first released?
It debuted in 1979.

### Q: Who is the main character of the series?
The story follows Banner, an orphaned squirrel raised by a kindly mother cat.

### Q: What genre does the show belong to?
It is a kids, family, and animation series.

### Q: Does the series have any other titles?
In Arab and Persian regions it is known as Sanjob or Sanajeb-el Gaaba.

### Q: Where can I watch the series?
It may be available on streaming services such as Netflix, HBO Max, Oneplay, or Disney+, depending on your region.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Bannertail: The Story of Gray Squirrel — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/tv/58606)
- [Bannertail: The Story of Gray Squirrel (TV series) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bannertail:_The_Story_of_Gray_Squirrel_(TV_series))
- [Kde sledovat Bannertail: The Story of Gray Squirrel](https://filmtoro.cz/film/bannertail-the-story-of-gray-squirrel)

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