George Shrinks facts for kids

Quick facts for kidsGeorge Shrinks
Created by	William Joyce
Written by	Ken Cuperus; Dave Dias; Hugh Duffy; Richard Elliott; Ben Joseph
Starring	Bryn McAuley; Robbi Jay Thuet; Paul O'Sullivan; Kathleen Laskey; Tracey Moore
Composer(s)	Roberto Occhipinti
Country of origin	Canada; China;
No. of seasons	1
No. of episodes	40
Production
Running time	30 mins.
Production company(s)	Nelvana; Jade Animation;
Release
Original network	PBS (2000); Spacetoon (2011-); NHK (2000)
Original release	September 30, 2000 – December 1, 2001

George Shrinks was a Canadian–Chinese animated television series. It is based on the children's book by William Joyce. The show is about a ten-year-old boy named George. After a dream one night, he wakes up and is only three inches tall. He has adventures with his friends and family. He also drives mini machines that he made with his father.

The series started on 30 September 2000 on PBS Kids.

Content

Because of George's very small size, everyday activities, such as working around the house or playing outside, often become exciting adventures. He mostly uses the Zooper Car to travel. It can change into a submarine or a helicopter.

The show has a retro-1940s look, with simple animation and colors. Most of the background music is jazz.

Characters

George Shrinks — George is the main character of the series. George wakes up from a dream to discover he is small. He is voiced by Tracey Moore.
Junior Shrinks — George's baby brother. Junior helps George with things that are too difficult for him. He is voiced by Robbi Jay Thuet.
Becky Lopez — George's best friend and neighbor. She goes on many of George's adventures. She is voiced by Bryn McAuley.
Perdita "Mom" Shrinks — Mom is a sculptor. She is voiced by Kathleen Laskey.
"Dad" Harold Shrinks — Dad is an inventor and a musician in a jazz band. He makes musical instruments and vehicles. He is voiced by Paul O'Sullivan.