Freefonix facts for kids
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| Genre | Animation, action, fantasy |
| Created by | Magnus Fiennes, Alex Tate, Simeon Warburton |
| Directed by | Jerome France, Pierre Alan Chartier |
| Voices of | Shelley Longworth, Marcel McCalla, Jules de Jongh, Adam Longworth, Joseph Fiennes, Susan Zelouf |
| Theme music composer | Freefonix |
| Opening theme | "Do What Ya Like" |
| Composer(s) | Magnus Fiennes |
| Country of origin | United Kingdom, France, India |
| Original language(s) | English |
| No. of episodes | 40 |
| Production | |
| Executive producer(s) | Anthony Bouchier, Steve Christian, Magnus Fiennes, P. Jayakumar, Aton Soumache, Alexis Vonarb |
| Producer(s) | Richard Wilder, Chris Rice |
| Running time | 24 minutes |
| Production company(s) | Cinnamon Entertainment, Method Films, Toonz Animation, Isle of Man Film |
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| Original network | BBC One, CBBC |
| Original release | 4 January 2008 – 22 January 2009 |
Freefonix is a cool animated TV show made for kids. It was created by Magnus Fiennes, Alex Tate, and Simeon Warburton. The show was produced by Cinnamon Entertainment, Toonz Animation, and Method Films for CBBC. It first aired on 4 January 2008 on BBC One. The series ran until 22 January 2009.
The story is about three musical heroes who form a band called Freefonix. They are known as 'Freewave' rebels. They use a special power called the Thirteenth Note. This power comes from a mystical musical energy source. Freefonix uses their music to battle against a rival band called Mantyz. Their goal is to protect their city, Los Bosmos. They must keep it safe from the evil Sonic Lord named Vox. They also fight against Mya De Zya, who runs a greedy record company called ComaCo. She makes boring 'prepsi' music and wants to make lots of money.
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What's the Story About?
The Freefonix band has found a super cool way to fight their enemies, Mantyz. They use the amazing power of the Thirteenth Note. This special force can bend space, time, and even minds! It happens when they create the perfect sound. When Freefonix and Mantyz meet, they have an explosive Soundclash. This is a musical battle where all the energy of the Thirteenth Note is set free.
How Freefonix Was Made
Freefonix was created by Magnus Fiennes, Alex Tate, and Simeon Warburton. It was produced by Richelle Wilder and Chris Rice. The show was directed by Jerome France and Pierre Alan Chartier. It cost more than £10 million (about $15 million) to make. This made it the biggest animation project ever for the BBC! The scripts for the show were written in Los Angeles and Toronto. Famous singers like Jamelia and Justin Hawkins lent their voices to the show. Actor Joseph Fiennes and musician Haylie Ecker also helped out.
Meet the Characters
The Freefonix Band
These are the main heroes of the show. They are a "freewave" band and have the power of the Thirteenth Note.
- BB (voiced by Shelley Longworth) – She is 15 years old and the lead singer. BB used to be in a 'prepsi' band called BCD. But then she became a Freewaver!
- Freezbone "Freez" (voiced by Marcel McCalla) – He is 16 years old. Freez plays guitar and also sings or raps. He has a fun, outgoing, and sometimes hippy personality. His guitar has a cool name: Misty.
- Mostart "Mo" (voiced by Jules de Jongh) – Mo is 13 years old. He is the beatmaker and DJ for the band. His special device, the SoundShaper, works like his mixer. Mo is the youngest member and sometimes feels a bit shy. He also has a crush on Lady Lux.
The Mantyz Band
Mantyz is the rival rock band. They use a twisted version of the Thirteenth Note for their evil plans.
- Kurtz (speaking voice by Adam Longworth, singing voice by Justin Hawkins) – He is 17 years old. Kurtz is the lead singer and guitarist. He thinks he's the best and is Lady Lux's half-brother. His guitar is called Axe.
- Lady Lux (voiced by Shelley Longworth) – She is 16 years old and plays the bass. Lady Lux is Kurtz's half-sister. She is often the smart one who comes up with Mantyz's plans against Freefonix.
- Hitt (voiced by Joseph Fiennes) – Hitt is 17 years old and the drummer. He is the strong one of the band. Hitt can be a bit clueless, which sometimes annoys the others.
Other Important Characters
- Sugar Che (speaking voice by Susan Zelouf, singing voice by Jamelia) – She is a Sonic Lord. Sugar Che brought the Freefonix band together. She acts as their guide and helps them.
- Vox (voiced by Adam Longworth) – Vox is a bad Sonic Lord. Sugar Che trapped him in a place called the Void of Silencia. Now he wants to be free. He tries to escape through the plans of Mya and Mantyz.
- Mya De Zya (voiced by Susan Zelouf) – She is the boss of ComaCo. This is a record company that makes 'prepsi' music. Mya is very vain. She helps Vox because he promises her "untold riches and power."
Characters You'll See Often
- CC & DD – These are BB's roommates. They used to be in her old band, BCD. Like most 'prepsies,' they care a lot about pop culture.
- Snugg Fitt & DJ Loose – These two DJs work at The Bounce. It's a cool club for Freewave music.
- Mr & Mrs Start – These are Mo's parents. They are very loving, but sometimes Mo finds their attention a bit much.
- Aw'right Jack – He owns a diner called Jack's Pies and Fries. The Freefonix band often eats there.
- Nerdry – He is a smart inventor who works at ComaCo. Nerdry is Mya's nephew, but she doesn't like him much. He creates gadgets for Mya and Mantyz to use against Freefonix.
