Quick Info
Status: Ended
Network: CBS
Type: Scripted
Rating: 8.7/10
The Adventures of Raggedy Ann and Andy
Overview
The Adventures of Raggedy Ann and Andy is an American animated television series that aired on CBS from 17 September 1988 to 1 September 1990. Based on the dolls Raggedy Ann and Andy by Johnny Gruelle, the series was produced directly by CBS in honor of the 70th anniversary of the characters. The show was retired in 1990, although CBS aired reruns in August 1991 when Pee-Wee's Playhouse was shelved.
This production, originally released in 1988, has captivated audiences with its unique storytelling. As a Scripted series, it brings a fresh perspective to the Animation, Family, Action & Adventure, Kids, Comedy genre, maintaining a strong viewer rating of 8.7 across its 1 season.
- Storyline Highlights:
- • Explores themes within Animation and Family.
- • Produced in United States of America.
- • Original Language: English.
Starring Cast
Josh Rodine
Raggedy Andy
Christina Lange
Raggedy Ann
Dana Hill
Raggedy Dog
Charlie Adler
Grouchy Bear
Gaille Heidemann
Mother
Kenneth Mars
The Camel with the Wrinkled Knees
Katie Leigh
Sunny Bunny
Kath Soucie
Raggedy Cat
Seasons
Release
13 Episodes • Aired 1988-09-17
The plot involved a little girl named Marcella whose Raggedy Ann and Andy dolls would come to life when no humans were present in her bedroom. Then they would be whisked off to a parallel world to save its inhabitants from the villain, an evil but inept sorcerer known as Cracklin. Also aiding Ann and Andy were two of Marcella's other stuffed animals, a panda with a faux-British accent known as Grouchy Bear and a stuffed rabbit known as Sunny Bunny. Sometimes they would be joined by more modern toys such as robots or toy soldiers. Often the plot involved the toys helping children in such places as Ancient Egypt or a Native American tribe. As the cartoon was meant for younger audiences it was unlike most other cartoons of the 1980s which had "announcements", although one episode lightly touched upon the issue of poaching when Raggedy Ann, Andy and their friends had to save endangered unicorns from cattle rustlers, who sought to steal their horns for personal gain.
