Bolek and Lolek 1962
What is Bolek and Lolek?
"Bolek and Lolek" is a Polish animated television series that features two young brothers as its main characters. The series was created by Władysław Nehrebecki and Leszek Lorek, with input from German-born Alfred Ledwig.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 1962
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 230
- Runtime
- 10 minutes
- First aired
- Aug 12, 1962
- Last aired
- Jan 1, 1986
- Original language
- PL
- Origin
- PL
- Networks
- TVP1
- Genres
- Animation, Kids
- Updated
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"Bolek and Lolek" is a Polish animated television series that features two young brothers as its main characters. The series was created by Władysław Nehrebecki and Leszek Lorek, with input from German-born Alfred Ledwig. The characters are based on Nehrebecki's real-life sons, Jan and Roman. The names of the two cartoon characters are diminutives of Bolesław and Karol. The series focuses on the fun and sometimes silly adventures of the two brothers, often involving spending time outdoors. The characters first appeared in an animated film in 1963, which was a year after the television series began. The cartoon was also distributed in English under the title "Jym & Jam."
Should you watch it?
“Two mischievous Polish brothers embark on playful outdoor adventures.”
- Charming classic animation
- Simple, fun adventures for all ages
- Limited dialogue and modern pacing may feel dated
Watch it if you enjoy nostalgic, wordless cartoons about carefree brotherly fun.
Suitable for children; contains gentle slapstick humor without violence.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 13 episodes
- E1 The Crossbow Aug 12, 1962
- E2 The Yeti Jul 1, 1963
- E3 The Brave Cowboys Jul 1, 1963
- E4 Crossed Swords Jul 1, 1963
- E5 The Animal Tamer Jul 1, 1963
- E6 The Bull Fight Jul 1, 1963
- E7 The Indian Trophy Jan 1, 1964
- E8 The Cosmonauts Jul 1, 1964
- E9 King of the Forest Jul 1, 1964
- E10 Robinson Jul 1, 1964
- E11 The Treasure Seekers Jul 1, 1964
- E12 The Athletes Jul 1, 1964
- E13 The Two Knights Jul 1, 1964
Season 2 · 13 episodes
- E1 The Luna Park Jan 1, 1965
- E2 Mushroom Picking Jan 8, 1965
- E3 The Gun and the Fishing Rod Jan 15, 1965
- E4 False Grandfather Jan 22, 1965
- E5 Playing Knight Jan 29, 1965
- E6 Camping Feb 5, 1965
- E7 First Day of the Summer Vacation Feb 12, 1965
- E8 The Poacher Feb 19, 1965
- E9 The Giraffe Feb 26, 1965
- E10 Adventure in the Desert Mar 5, 1965
- E11 Treasure Mar 12, 1965
- E12 The Hitch-Hikers Mar 19, 1965
- E13 The Sea Adventure Mar 26, 1965
Season 3 · 18 episodes
- E1 The Steppes of Australia Jul 1, 1968
- E2 On the Trail of the Bengal Tiger Jul 1, 1968
- E3 On the Islands of Polynesia Jul 1, 1968
- E4 The Golden City of the Incas Jul 1, 1968
- E5 The Race to the Pole Jul 1, 1968
- E6 In the Forests of Canada Jul 1, 1968
- E7 Hunting the Gorilla Jul 1, 1969
- E8 On the Slopes of the Kilimanjaro Jul 1, 1969
- E9 The Olympic Games in Mexico Jul 1, 1969
- E10 In the Land of the 1001 Nights Jul 1, 1969
- E11 In the Sands of the Gobi Jul 1, 1969
- E12 The Grand Prize of Argentina Jul 1, 1969
- E13 In the Wild West Jul 1, 1969
- E14 The Tomb of the Pharaoh Jul 1, 1970
- E15 The Buffalo Hunters Jul 1, 1970
- E16 On the Orinoco Jul 1, 1970
- E17 On the Yeti's Trail Jul 1, 1970
- E18 The Smuggler Jul 1, 1970
Season 4 · 13 episodes
- E1 The Golden Fish Nov 1, 1970
- E2 The Little Red Riding Hood Nov 1, 1970
- E3 The Magic Mirror Nov 1, 1970
- E4 Tom Thumb Nov 1, 1970
- E5 Cinderella's Slipper Nov 1, 1970
- E6 The Flying Trunk Nov 1, 1970
- E7 The Ugly Duckling Jul 1, 1971
- E8 Aladdin's Lamp Jul 1, 1971
- E9 The Imprisoned Princess Jul 1, 1971
- E10 The Dragon Jul 1, 1971
- E11 The Witch Jul 1, 1971
- E12 The Snow Queen Jul 1, 1971
- E13 The Enchanted Castle Jul 1, 1971
Season 5 · 63 episodes
- E1 Defenders of the Law Dec 1, 1971
- E2 The Texas Terror Jan 1, 1972
- E3 In Hot Pursuit Jan 1, 1972
- E4 The Hijacked Express Train Jan 1, 1972
- E5 The Horse Thief Jan 1, 1972
- E6 The Indian Idol Jan 1, 1972
- E7 The Trackers Mar 1, 1972
- E8 Episode 8
- E9 Episode 9
- E10 Episode 10
- E11 Episode 11
- E12 Episode 12
- E13 Episode 13
- E14 Episode 14
- E15 Episode 15 Jul 1, 1974
- E16 Episode 16 Jan 5, 1974
- E17 Episode 17 Jan 7, 1974
- E18 Episode 18 Jan 8, 1974
- E19 Episode 19 Jan 12, 1974
- E20 Episode 20 Jan 14, 1974
- E21 Episode 21 Jan 15, 1974
- E22 Episode 22 Jul 1, 1975
- E23 Episode 23 Jan 21, 1974
- E24 Episode 24 Jan 22, 1974
- E25 Episode 25 Jan 26, 1974
- E26 Episode 26 Jan 28, 1974
- E27 Episode 27 Jan 29, 1974
- E28 Episode 28 Feb 2, 1974
- E29 Episode 29 Jul 1, 1976
- E30 Episode 30 Feb 5, 1974
- E31 Episode 31 Jan 1, 1975
- E32 Episode 32 Jan 6, 1975
- E33 Episode 33 Jan 7, 1975
- E34 Episode 34 Jan 11, 1975
- E35 Episode 35 Jan 13, 1975
- E36 Episode 36 Jul 1, 1977
- E37 Episode 37 Jan 1, 1976
- E38 Episode 38 Jan 5, 1976
- E39 Episode 39 Jan 6, 1976
- E40 Episode 40 Jan 10, 1976
- E41 Episode 41 Jan 12, 1976
- E42 Episode 42 Jan 13, 1976
- E43 Episode 43 Jul 1, 1978
- E44 Episode 44 Jan 19, 1976
- E45 Episode 45 Jan 1, 1977
- E46 Episode 46 Jan 3, 1977
- E47 Episode 47 Jan 4, 1977
- E48 Episode 48 Jan 8, 1977
- E49 Episode 49 Jan 10, 1977
- E50 Episode 50 Jul 1, 1979
- E51 Episode 51 Jan 15, 1977
- E52 Episode 52 Jan 17, 1977
- E53 Episode 53 Jan 18, 1977
- E54 Episode 54 Jan 1, 1978
- E55 Episode 55 Jan 3, 1978
- E56 Episode 56 Jan 7, 1978
- E57 Episode 57 Jul 1, 1980
- E58 Episode 58 Jan 10, 1978
- E59 Episode 59 Jan 14, 1978
- E60 Episode 60 Jan 1, 1979
- E61 Episode 61 Jan 2, 1979
- E62 Episode 62 Jan 6, 1979
- E63 Episode 63 Jan 1, 1980
Frequently asked questions
What are the characters' names derived from?
The names Bolek and Lolek are diminutives of the Polish names Bolesław and Karol.
When did the series originally air?
The series is dated 1962, and the characters first appeared in an animated film in 1963.
Who were the creators behind the show?
The concept is based on Władysław Nehrebecki's sons, was partially created by Alfred Ledwig, and developed by Władysław Nehrebecki and Leszek Lorek.
What English title was used for distribution?
In English-speaking markets the cartoon was distributed as Jym & Jam.
What type of adventures do the brothers have?
Their episodes feature fun and sometimes silly outdoor adventures.