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Pororo the Little Penguin 2003

★ 6.6/10 · 9 votes TV-Y AnimationAction & AdventureSci-Fi & FantasyFamilyKidsComedy 9 seasons · 312 eps Returning Series
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What is Pororo the Little Penguin?

Pororo the Little Penguin is an animated television series that debuted in 2003. The program follows the adventures of a playful gentoo penguin named Pororo and his companions living in a snow-covered wonderland known as Porong Porong Village.

Type
TV series
Year
2003
Status
Returning Series
Episodes
312
Runtime
11 minutes
First aired
Nov 27, 2003
Last aired
Feb 19, 2026
Original language
KO
Origin
KR
Networks
EBS 1
Genres
Animation, Action & Adventure, Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Family
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Overview

Pororo the Little Penguin is an animated television series that debuted in 2003. The program follows the adventures of a playful gentoo penguin named Pororo and his companions living in a snow-covered wonderland known as Porong Porong Village. The ensemble cast includes Crong the spinosaurus, Loopy the American beaver, Petty the Adélie penguin, Eddy the fennec fox, Rody the minikaniko, Poby the polar bear, Harry the hummingbird, Tong-Tong the dragon wizard, and Tu-Tu the red sedan car. The series features various genres including action, adventure, science fiction, fantasy, family, and comedy. Throughout the show, the characters encounter new friends and participate in exciting activities within the forest. Beyond the standard episodes, the characters have appeared in narratives involving superhero themes, such as when Pororo acts as a doctor to protect a party from the Cavity Monster. The character design for the series was selected from a competition involving several professional designers. The show is categorized for young audiences.

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Should you watch it?

“Join a playful penguin and his diverse group of friends in the snowy Porong Porong Village.”

Reasons to watch
  • colorful cast of characters
  • engaging forest adventures
Keep in mind
  • simple narrative structure

Watch it if you are looking for lighthearted animated stories suitable for young children.

The series is rated TV-Y and features gentle, age-appropriate themes.

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Episode guide

Season 1 · 52 episodes Open the complete Season 1 guide →
Season 2 · 52 episodes
Season 3 · 52 episodes
Season 4 · 26 episodes
Season 5 · 26 episodes

Frequently asked questions

Who is the main character?

The main character is Pororo, a playful little gentoo penguin.

Where does the show take place?

The series is set in a snow-covered forest called Porong Porong Village.

Who are Pororo's friends?

His friends include Crong, Loopy, Petty, Eddy, Rody, Poby, Harry, Tong-Tong, and Tu-Tu.

What genre is the show?

It is an animated series covering genres such as comedy, adventure, and fantasy.

When did the show premiere?

The series began in 2003.