Sky Kids (U.K.) has commissioned My Friend Maisy, a brand-new 2D-animated preschool series, from BBC Studios and Trustbridge Entertainment. The series is based on the bestselling Maisy books by Lucy Cousins, which have sold over 46 million copies worldwide.
The new series is set to premiere on Sky Kids in 2026.
“Maisy is such a loved classic book character and we’re so excited to be working with BBC Studios, Trustbridge Entertainment and Lucy Cousins to bring her to life in a contemporary way for Sky Kids families. With a real sense of joy in every episode, My Friend Maisy is the perfect blend of fun and adventure for young viewers” said Lucy Murphy, Director of Kids Content at Sky.
Head writer Matilda Tristram (Peppa Pig), helps bring the series to life, as it follows Maisy and her friends, Tallulah, Eddie, Charley and Cyril, on imaginative, joy-filled adventures. From flying a rocket to the Moon and sliding down rainbows, to fixing cars in her garage and meeting stripey zebras, Maisy shows that with curiosity and kindness, anything is possible.
The new series is designed to capture the color, storytelling and cheeky characters of Cousins’ books. Each episode delivers inventive surprises and playful “lift the flap” moments designed to delight preschool audiences. My Friend Maisy is built for any time of day; before bed or during family together time on the couch.
“This vibrant new series embraces the legacy of Lucy Cousins’ books with their bold illustrations, quirky humor and charm, while pushing the boundaries of classic preschool storytelling, inviting children to enjoy Maisy like never before,” said Cecilia Persson, Managing Director of BBC Studios Kids & Family.
My Friend Maisy is co-produced by BBC Studios Kids & Family Productions and Trustbridge Entertainment, with animation created by A Productions and Karrot in collaboration.
The series was commissioned by Lucy Murphy, Director of Kids Content at Sky for Cécile Frot-Coutaz, CEO of Sky Studios & Chief Content Officer for Sky. The Commissioning Editor for Sky is Ian France.
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