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The Animated Adventure

An animated special for all the family about Tabby McTat, based on the picture book written by Julia Donaldson and illustrated by Axel Scheffler.

In the bustling heart of London, Tabby McTat (Sope Dirisu), a singing cat, and his busker friend Fred (Rob Brydon) entertain passing crowds, and the pair are 'purrrfectly happy'. One day, while Tabby McTat takes a stroll, he stumbles upon a friendly feline named Sock (Susan Wokoma). Then fate takes an unexpected turn when a thief steals the buskers' hard-earned money.

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24 minutes

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New Year's Day 2025 13:30
Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ One

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Credits

Narrator Jodie Whittaker
Tabby McTat Sope Dirisu
Fred Rob Brydon
Sock Susan Wokoma
Pat Joanna Scanlan
Prunella Cariad Lloyd
Samuel Sprat Rory Finnegan
Ambulance Boy Felix Tandon
Composer RenΓ© Aubry
Author Julia Donaldson
Author Axel Scheffler
Producer Barney Goodland
Producer Michael Rose
Director Jac Hamman
Director Sarah Scrimgeour

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