Stanley (2001)
A warm, educational Disney Channel animated series where a curious six-year-old and his goldfish explore the wonders of the animal world together.
Stanley - Series Information
- Original Title: Stanley
- First Air Year: 2001
- Last Air Year: 2004
- Created by: Jim Jinkins, David Campbell
- Type: TV Series
- Genres: Animation, Kids, Family
- Content Rating (US): TV-Y
- Episode Runtime: Average runtime per episode: 28 minutes
- Number of Seasons: 3
- Number of Episodes: 113
- Status: Ended
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: English
- First Air Date: September 15, 2001 (United States - TV-Y), September 15, 2001 (Brazil - L)
- Networks: Disney Channel
- Production Companies: Cartoon Pizza
- Production Countries: United States of America
Stanley - Plot
Six-year-old Stanley and his pet goldfish Dennis get up close and personal with the animal kingdom as they hop inside their Great Big Book of Everything to learn valuable lessons about themselves and the animals they encounter.
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Stanley - Cast & Crew
Creator(s)
- Jim Jinkins
- David Campbell
Main Cast
- Jessica D. Stone
- Charles Shaughnessy
- Rene Mujica
- Hynden Walch
- Khylan Jones
- Philece Sampler
- Candi Milo
- Ari Meyers
- David Landsberg
- Shawn Pyfrom
Writers
- Jeffrey Kindley
- Andy Yerkes
- Robert David
- Jeff Buckland
- Susan Kim
Stanley - FAQs
What is Stanley the animated series about?
Stanley follows a curious six-year-old boy named Stanley Griff and his talking goldfish Dennis. Together they dive into the Great Big Book of Everything — a magical animal encyclopedia — to discover fascinating facts about creatures and learn gentle life lessons along the way.
Who created the animated series Stanley?
Stanley was created by Jim Jinkins and David Campbell. Jinkins is also known for creating Doug, another beloved animated series. The show was produced by Cartoon Pizza and originally aired on Disney Channel beginning in September 2001.
How many seasons and episodes does Stanley have?
Stanley ran for three seasons plus a specials collection, totaling 113 episodes. Season 1 and Season 2 each contained 51 episodes, while Season 3 wrapped up the series with 19 episodes. The show aired from 2001 to 2004 on Disney Channel.
Who voiced Stanley and Dennis in the show?
Jessica D. Stone brought the enthusiastic six-year-old Stanley Griff to life, while Charles Shaughnessy — best known for The Nanny — voiced Dennis the goldfish. The supporting cast included Hynden Walch, Rene Mujica, Candi Milo, and Shawn Pyfrom, among others.
When did Stanley first air on Disney Channel?
Stanley premiered on Disney Channel on September 15, 2001, in the United States. The series ran until 2004, offering three seasons of educational, animal-themed adventures for young viewers. It was also released in Brazil on the same date.
What is the content rating for Stanley?
Stanley carries a TV-Y rating, meaning it is designed for all children and is entirely appropriate for the youngest viewers. The show's gentle storytelling, educational animal facts, and positive messages make it a safe and enriching choice for preschool and early elementary-age kids.
Where can you watch Stanley today?
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What shows are similar to Stanley?
Fans of Stanley often enjoy Dora the Explorer, Sesame Street, and Doug — all educational animated series with warm, curious young protagonists. Other thematically similar picks include Frog and Toad, Bluey Minisodes, and Rosie and Jim, which share Stanley's gentle, nature-curious spirit.
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