The Tardis is set to land on U.K. preschool network CBeebies, as BBC announces it is expanding the Whoniverse to include an animated series for its youngest viewers. The project will mark the first time the perennial sci-fi series Doctor Who will adventure into pre-k animation.
With this announcement, BBC has opened the call for pitches from animation studios ready to tackle this new universe. Per the announcement, The BBC is ‘looking for a passionate production company to create and produce the series, which will run independently from the main show, that will see the Doctor travelling through time and space for the preschool audience, solving mysteries and problems alongside their companions and other friends. And, of course, they may come up against one or two challenges on their way…’
According to the Invitation to Pitch, which interested parties can find here, the pubcaster is looking to commission one season of 52 x 11′ episodes (26 episodes for transmission in 2027/’28 and 26 episodes for transmission in ’28/’29), requiring production to kick off in January of 2026. BBC Studios Distribution will be the show’s distributor.
“Everyone is welcome at CBeebies, including the Doctor! This much-loved franchise entertains millions around the world, so it is only right that our younger audience get to experience the wonder and the magic of the Doctor in a brand new format. This is an extremely exciting opportunity, and we are looking forward to welcoming companies to pitch for this new project, as we continue our commitment and investment in the U.K.’s animation industry.”
This opportunity is open to all production companies who fulfil the eligibility criteria outlined in the invitation to pitch document available at bbc.co.uk/
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