Postman Pat: Special Delivery Service 2008
What is Postman Pat: Special Delivery Service?
Postman Pat: Special Delivery Service is a stop‑motion children's television series that debuted in 2008. In this incarnation the title character is promoted to the role of Head of Special Delivery Service and is equipped with a pilot’s licence and a variety of new transport options.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2008
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 78
- Runtime
- 15 minutes
- First aired
- Sep 29, 2008
- Last aired
- May 15, 2017
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- IE, GB
- Networks
- CBeebies
- Genres
- Kids, Animation
- Updated
Where to watch
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Overview
Postman Pat: Special Delivery Service is a stop‑motion children's television series that debuted in 2008. In this incarnation the title character is promoted to the role of Head of Special Delivery Service and is equipped with a pilot’s licence and a variety of new transport options. The premise centres on Pat delivering parcels to locations that are difficult to reach, such as the summit of a mountain or the middle of the sea, and handling items that range from a giant ice block to a runaway cow. The series is part of the sixth through eighth series of the broader Postman Pat franchise and is listed under the TV‑Y rating for young audiences. Episodes are catalogued on the Movie Database and on BBC platforms, and the programme has been broadcast on CBeebies as part of its children's lineup. The show continues the tradition of the original stop‑motion format while expanding the scope of Pat’s deliveries through the special service concept.
Should you watch it?
“Postman Pat becomes head of Special Delivery Service, soaring to deliver anything, anywhere.”
- Creative, high‑energy delivery missions
- Stop‑motion animation appeals to kids
- Positive problem‑solving themes
- Designed for preschool audience, limited appeal to older viewers
Watch it if you enjoy gentle, adventure‑filled stories about a helpful postman for young children.
The series is TV‑Y, offering a light, safe viewing experience appropriate for preschoolers.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 26 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide →- E1 A Runaway Cow Sep 29, 2008
- E2 A Teepee Sep 30, 2008
- E3 A Wind Machine Oct 1, 2008
- E4 Crazy Robots Oct 2, 2008
- E5 Big Balloons Oct 3, 2008
- E6 A Bouncy Castle Oct 6, 2008
- E7 Charlie's Telescope Oct 7, 2008
- E8 Fruit Bats Oct 8, 2008
- E9 Precious Eggs Oct 9, 2008
- E10 Naughty Pumpkin Oct 10, 2008
- E11 A Movie Feast Oct 13, 2008
- E12 A Speedy Car Oct 14, 2008
- E13 A Wobbly Piano Oct 15, 2008
- E14 A Slippy Ice Cube Dec 22, 2008
- E15 A Magical Jewel Oct 17, 2008
- E16 A Teddy Nov 3, 2008
- E17 Super Magnet Nov 4, 2008
- E18 Treehouse Nov 5, 2008
- E19 Green Rabbit Nov 6, 2008
- E20 A Surprise Oct 7, 2008
- E21 Bernie the Parrot Nov 10, 2008
- E22 Red Rocket Nov 11, 2008
- E23 Disco Machine Nov 12, 2008
- E24 Giant Cake Nov 23, 2008
- E25 Ice Skates Nov 14, 2008
- E26 The Flying Christmas Stocking Dec 19, 2008
Frequently asked questions
What is the main premise of the series?
It follows Postman Pat, now Head of Special Delivery Service, delivering items to hard‑to‑reach places using varied transport.
Who is the central character?
The central character is Postman Pat, a postman promoted to lead the Special Delivery Service.
What animation style is used?
The show is produced in stop‑motion animation.
What age rating does the series have?
It carries a TV‑Y rating, aimed at young children.
When did this version of Postman Pat first air?
The Special Delivery Service series began in 2008.