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Bagpuss

1974·Show
13Episodes in1Season
48
MediocreGoodWatch score
IMDb7.7
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IMDb7.7
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Big heart, striking style, calm.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Spectacle2
  • Adrenaline1
  • Tension1

Heart

Heartwarming and uplifting

Much of it is about family.

  • Wholesome10
  • Hopefulness9
  • Nostalgia9

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Situational Comedy3
  • Wit & Wordplay2
  • Physical Comedy2

World

Family

Lived-in and easy to get lost in. Holds up on a rewatch.

  • World Immersion8
  • Rewatchability8
  • Novelty7

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction7
  • Character Depth7
  • Acting6

Style

Standout visual style

A distinctive visual signature.

  • Visual Stylization8
  • Music Composition7
  • Music Centrality7

Who it's for

AdultsFamily Movie NightFriends NightIntergenerationalKidsPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure Escapism

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About

Bagpuss is a UK children's television series, made by Peter Firmin and Oliver Postgate from 12 February 1974 to 7 May 1974 through their company Smallfilms. The title character was, "An old, saggy, cloth cat, baggy, and a bit loose at the seams." Although only 13 episodes of the show were made, it remains fondly remembered, and was regularly repeated in the UK for thirteen years. In 1999 Bagpuss topped a BBC poll for the UK's favourite children's TV programme.
Classic Children's TVStop-Motion AnimationGentle & WhimsicalNostalgic ComfortSimple JoysImaginative PlayCharacter-DrivenBeloved UK SeriesQuiet Charm

Crew

Directed by:
Oliver Postgate, Peter Firmin
Written by:
Oliver Postgate, Peter Firmin

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Bagpuss

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Where can I stream Bagpuss legally?

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Is Bagpuss worth watching?

48
MediocreGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 48/100 (IMDb 7.7). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How many seasons does Bagpuss have?

1 season

It has 1 season with 13 episodes of about 15 minutes each.

When did Bagpuss air?

It ran from 1974 to 1974 and has ended.

What language is Bagpuss in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom.

In how many countries can I watch Bagpuss?

2GBGG

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Bagpuss in 2 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Bagpuss use?

Decoy ProtagonistAnachronism StewCats Are MeanOpening NarrationStop MotionRomanticism Versus EnlightenmentAdaptation ExpansionTeam MomFlat-Earth AtheistBritish BrevityKnow-Nothing Know-It-AllLiving Toysand 7 more

TV Tropes lists 19 storytelling tropes for Bagpuss, including Decoy Protagonist, Anachronism Stew, Cats Are Mean.