Belfast-based independent producer Paper Owl Films and leading kids and family entertainment company Cake have partnered with Crayola Studios on a new series Pablo: Boy Meets School which has been commissioned by BBC Children’s and Education and RTÉjr.
Pablo: Boy Meets School is being produced at Paper Owl Films’ Belfast studio and is set to deliver in 2026. Commissioned by BBC Children’s and Education and RTÉjr with development and production funding from Coimisiún na Meán and Northern Ireland Screen, Crayola Studios, joins as co-producer on the new 40 x 11’ mixed media series marking the studio’s first investment in production and its commitment to creating engaging kids’ content with creativity at its heart.
Crayola Studios will also act as the global merchandising and licensing partner for all Pablo IP. Cake is on board as an executive producer and will manage all international distribution.
Aimed at children aged 5-8, Pablo: Boy Meets School is a spin-off from the ground- breaking, multi award-winning and BAFTA-nominated Pablo, which premiered on CBeebies and RTÉjr in October 2017. The first children’s series to feature an autistic central character, Pablo became a global success, airing in more than 190 territories and in 35 languages.
In the latest series, Pablo’s creativity is more important than ever as he tries to make sense of a strange new world where his adventures spring from meeting the everyday challenges of mainstream school. By recording events in his sketchbook diary, Pablo processes his emotions, and through his drawings, is able to showcase his perspective on the world. Pablo’s imagination is endless and his perspective is unique, creating a new way for the audience to see the world.
Pablo: Boy Meets School reflects the real-life experiences of autistic children and is written and voiced by young autistic talent. With fun and humour at its heart, Pablo: Boy Meets School is more than just a comedy. It’s a new way of seeing the world.
Pablo: Boy Meets School is produced by Paper Owl Films’ Creative Director Gráinne McGuinness and Managing Director Gavin Halpin alongside CAKE’s CEO Edward Galton,
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