CJ the DJ facts for kids
Quick facts for kids CJ The DJ |
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Created by | Mark Gravas Stu Connolly |
Developed by | Mark Gravas Stu Connolly |
Written by | Stu Connolly |
Theme music composer | Noel Burgess |
Composer(s) | Noel Burgess |
Country of origin |
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No. of seasons | 1 |
No. of episodes | 52 |
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Executive producer(s) |
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Producer(s) | Sandra Walters |
Editor(s) | Daryl Davies |
Running time | 11 minutes |
Production company(s) | Vision Animation Millimages Kapow Pictures Screen NSW |
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Original network | ABC3 |
Original release | 4 December 2009 | – 2010
CJ the DJ is a fun animated TV show from Australia and Malaysia. It's all about a girl who dreams of becoming a famous DJ! The show was created by Mark Gravas, who also made Yakkity Yak, and writer Stu Connolly.
The first season has 52 episodes. Sometimes, two episodes are shown together. This makes it seem like there are only 26 episodes in total.
Contents
About the Show
CJ The DJ follows the exciting adventures of a 13-year-old girl named CJ. She teams up with her friends Lesley and Si. They all want to become awesome DJs! Their goal is to make it big by playing at gigs, getting their name out there, and practicing a lot. But in their town, it's tough to get people to listen to their music.
Meet the Characters
Cathleen Jones (CJ)
Cathleen Jones, also known as CJ, is a 13-year-old girl. She really wants to be a DJ. CJ loves being different and sees the world in her own special way.
Lesley Smiles
Lesley is one of CJ's best friends. She is very different from CJ. But they are great friends because they both like to be themselves.
Si
Si is CJ's best friend and neighbor. He is a natural musician. Si loves classical music. His family comes from New Zealand.
Arnis
Arnis owns a record store called "A-Trax". He gives CJ her first chances to perform. Arnis sees a lot of talent in her.
Lyle
Lyle hangs out at Arnis's store every day after school. He even works there for free! Lyle seems to secretly like CJ. But he often teases and bullies her.
The Patel Twins
The Patel Twins want to be DJs just for the fame. They usually work at their dad's convenience store. They are jealous of CJ. They often try to steal her gigs, her songs, and even her DJ name. They cause lots of problems for CJ and her friends.
Charley Jones
Charley is CJ's younger sister. She is ten years old but wishes she was sixteen. Charley loves to shop. She often makes fun of CJ's unique fashion style.
Gene Jones
Gene is CJ's father. He has a band that most people don't really like. He acts like he's still a young person.
Marsha Jones
Marsha is CJ's mother. She is the sensible grown-up in the family. She also earns most of the money. You usually see her in her business suit. But when she was younger, she was the lead guitarist and singer in an all-girl punk band!
Mr. Truman
Mr. Truman is the mean science teacher. He often appears in different episodes as a problem for the characters.
Episodes
CJ the DJ has one season with 52 episodes. The first episode, "The Set Up Gig," aired on December 4, 2009. The show finished in 2010.
Where to Watch
Digital Downloads
You can download CJ the DJ episodes online. Series 1, Volume 1 (Episodes 1-26) and Volume 2 (Episodes 27-52) are available.
International Broadcasts
CJ the DJ has been shown in many countries around the world, including:
- Brazil on Gloob
- Israel on Arutz HaYeladim
- Portugal on RTP2
- Malaysia on TV1, TV2, and TV Okey