The Wild Thornberrys (1998)
A globe-trotting animated adventure following a wildlife-filming family and their daughter with an extraordinary secret ability.
The Wild Thornberrys - Series Information
- Original Title: The Wild Thornberrys
- First Air Year: 1998
- Last Air Year: 2004
- Created by: Gábor Csupó, Arlene Klasky
- Type: TV Series
- Genres: Animation, Comedy, Action, Adventure, Kids, Family
- Content Rating (US): TV-Y7
- Episode Runtime: Average runtime per episode: 23 minutes
- Number of Seasons: 5
- Number of Episodes: 91
- Status: Ended
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: English
- First Air Date: September 1, 1998 (United States - TV-Y7), September 1, 1998 (Canada - G), September 1, 1998 (Germany - 6), September 1, 1998 (Australia - G), September 1, 1998 (Brazil - L), September 1, 1998 (Mexico - A), September 1, 1998 (Italy - T), September 1, 1998 (Spain - 7)
- Networks: Nickelodeon
- Alternative Titles: Il mondo dei Thornberry (IT), Τα ταξίδια των Thornberrys (GR)
- Production Companies: Nickelodeon Animation Studio, Klasky-Csupo
- Production Countries: United States of America
The Wild Thornberrys - Plot
Travel the world with the Thornberrys and come face-to-face with blue sheep in Nepal, emus in Australia, marmots in Pakistan, flash floods in Siberia, Egyptian burial chambers, a runaway hot air balloon, a rock slide on the Karakoram Highway and more!
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The Wild Thornberrys - Cast & Crew
Creator(s)
- Gábor Csupó
- Arlene Klasky
Main Cast
- Lacey Chabert
- Jodi Carlisle
- Tim Curry
- Flea
- Danielle Harris
- Tom Kane
- Keith Szarabajka
- Betty White
- Dee Bradley Baker
- Jonathan Taylor Thomas
Writers
- David Regal
- Kate Boutilier
- Joan Considine Johnson
- Adam Beechen
- Sheila M. Anthony
The Wild Thornberrys - FAQs
Where can you stream The Wild Thornberrys?
The Wild Thornberrys is available to stream on Paramount Plus (including Paramount Plus Premium, Essential, and its Apple TV, Amazon, and Roku channels). Episodes can also be purchased digitally on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Fandango At Home.
What is The Wild Thornberrys about?
The Wild Thornberrys follows the Thornberry family as they travel the globe documenting wildlife for a nature show. The heart of the series is Eliza, a young girl with the secret ability to communicate with animals, who uses her gift to help creatures and solve problems along the way.
Can Eliza really talk to animals in the show?
Yes. Eliza Thornberry was granted the ability to speak with animals by a shaman she encountered during her travels. This secret power is the central premise of the series, though she is forbidden from revealing it to anyone or risk losing the gift permanently.
Who are the main voice actors in The Wild Thornberrys?
The principal voice cast includes Lacey Chabert as Eliza, Tim Curry as the exuberant Nigel Thornberry, Jodi Carlisle as Marianne, Danielle Harris as Debbie, Flea as Donnie, and Tom Kane as Darwin. Betty White and Jonathan Taylor Thomas also appeared in recurring roles.
How many seasons and episodes does the series have?
The Wild Thornberrys ran for 5 seasons and a specials collection, totalling 91 episodes. Season 2 was the longest with 37 episodes, while Season 4 was the shortest with 6. The series aired on Nickelodeon from 1998 to 2004.
Who created The Wild Thornberrys animated series?
The Wild Thornberrys was created by Gábor Csupó and Arlene Klasky, the co-founders of Klasky-Csupo, the animation studio also responsible for Rugrats and As Told by Ginger. The series was produced in partnership with Nickelodeon Animation Studio.
Is The Wild Thornberrys appropriate for young children?
The series carries a TV-Y7 content rating in the United States, meaning it is designed for children aged 7 and older. It features mild adventure peril and educational wildlife themes, making it suitable for most school-age kids and enjoyable for family viewing.
Did The Wild Thornberrys ever get a feature film?
Yes. The Wild Thornberrys Movie was released in theatres in December 2002, expanding the TV series into a full-length animated feature. It performed well at the box office and earned an Academy Award nomination for Best Original Song for 'Father and Daughter' by Paul Simon.
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