The Penguins of Madagascar (2008)
Four elite penguin commandos tackle outrageous missions at the Central Park Zoo in this beloved Nickelodeon animated spin-off.
The Penguins of Madagascar - Series Information
- Original Title: The Penguins of Madagascar
- First Air Year: 2008
- Last Air Year: 2013
- Created by: Eric Darnell, Tom McGrath
- Type: TV Series
- Genres: Animation, Comedy, Family, Kids
- Content Rating (US): TV-Y7
- Episode Runtime: Average runtime per episode (11 minutes)
- Number of Seasons: 3
- Number of Episodes: 149
- Status: Ended
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: English
- First Air Date: November 28, 2008 (United States - NR), November 28, 2008 (Canada - G), November 28, 2008 (Germany - 6), November 28, 2008 (India - U), November 28, 2008 (Brazil - L), November 28, 2008 (Mexico - AA), November 28, 2008 (Italy - T), November 28, 2008 (South Korea - 7)
- Networks: Nickelodeon
- Production Companies: DreamWorks Animation, Nickelodeon Productions, Nickelodeon Animation Studio, DreamWorks Animation Television
- Production Countries: United States of America
- Alternative Titles: Pingvini sa Madagaskara (RS), Os Pinguins de Madagáscar (PT), הפינגווינים ממדגסקר (IL), Tučniaky z Madagaskaru (SK), Пингвины Мадагаскара (RU), Los Pingüinos de Madagascar (ES), Tučňáci z Madagaskaru (CZ), Madagaskarpingvinene (NO)
The Penguins of Madagascar - Plot
The adventures of four penguins—Skipper, Kowalski, Private, and Rico, who perform various commando-like missions to protect their home in the Central Park Zoo. The penguins often have to deal with problems caused, or made worse, by their zoo neighbors, King Julien XIII (a ring-tailed lemur), Maurice (an aye-aye), and Mort (a mouse lemur).
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The Penguins of Madagascar - Cast & Crew
Creator(s)
- Eric Darnell
- Tom McGrath
Main Cast
- James Patrick Stuart
- Tom McGrath
- Jeff Bennett
- John DiMaggio
- Danny Jacobs
- Kevin Michael Richardson
- Andy Richter
- Nicole Sullivan
- Neil Patrick Harris
- Nestor Carbonell
Writers
- Bill Motz
- Bob Roth
- Brandon Sawyer
- Eddie Guzelian
- Gabriel Garza
The Penguins of Madagascar - FAQs
Where can you stream The Penguins of Madagascar?
The Penguins of Madagascar is available to stream on Paramount+ via the Roku Premium Channel. It can also be purchased digitally on Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home. Availability may vary by region, so check JustWatch for current options.
Is The Penguins of Madagascar a spin-off of the movies?
Yes, The Penguins of Madagascar is a spin-off of the DreamWorks animated Madagascar film franchise. It expands on the four penguin characters — Skipper, Kowalski, Private, and Rico — who were fan favorites in the original films, giving them their own standalone comedic adventures.
Who voices the main characters in the show?
Tom McGrath voices Skipper, Jeff Bennett voices Kowalski, James Patrick Stuart voices Private, and John DiMaggio voices Rico. Danny Jacobs plays King Julien XIII, Kevin Michael Richardson voices Maurice, Andy Richter voices Mort, and Nicole Sullivan voices Marlene the otter.
How many seasons does The Penguins of Madagascar have?
The Penguins of Madagascar ran for 3 main seasons plus a specials collection. Season 1 contains 48 episodes, Season 2 contains 68 episodes, Season 3 contains 33 episodes, and there are 4 special episodes, bringing the total to 149 episodes across the entire series.
What is The Penguins of Madagascar rated?
The Penguins of Madagascar is rated TV-Y7 in the United States, meaning it is suitable for children aged 7 and older. The show contains mild animated action and comedic peril but is generally considered appropriate family-friendly entertainment for kids and adults alike.
Did Neil Patrick Harris appear in the series?
Yes, Neil Patrick Harris provided the voice of Dr. Blowhole, the penguins’ arch-nemesis — a villainous dolphin with a grudge against Skipper. Dr. Blowhole became one of the show’s most beloved recurring antagonists, and Harris’s comedic performance was widely praised by fans and critics.
When did The Penguins of Madagascar first air?
The Penguins of Madagascar first aired on November 28, 2008, on Nickelodeon in the United States. The series ran until 2013, concluding after three seasons and 149 episodes. It remains one of Nickelodeon’s most popular animated spin-offs from a major film franchise.
What are shows similar to The Penguins of Madagascar?
Fans of The Penguins of Madagascar may also enjoy All Hail King Julien (2014), a spin-off featuring the lemur characters, as well as Kung Fu Panda: Legends of Awesomeness (2011), American Dragon: Jake Long (2005), and The Legend of Korra (2012) for more animated adventure-comedy entertainment.
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