Grotbags facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Grotbags |
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| Created by | Carol Lee Scott |
| Developed by | Central Independent Television |
| Directed by | Colin Clews |
| Starring | Carol Lee Scott, Richard Coombs, Francis Wright |
| Country of origin | United Kingdom |
| Original language(s) | English |
| No. of series | 3 (ITV) |
| No. of episodes | 29 |
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| Running time | 20 minutes |
| Production company(s) | Central |
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| Original network | ITV |
| Picture format | 4:3 (1983–2001) (2012) |
| Original release | 4 September 1991 – 10 February 1993 |
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| Related shows | Emu's All Live Pink Windmill Show |
Grotbags was a fun children's TV show. It aired for three series between 1991 and 1993. The show was all about a funny witch named Grotbags. She was a spin-off character from earlier shows starring Rod Hull and Emu.
Grotbags was like a classic bad guy from a pantomime play. The amazing actress, singer, and comedian Carol Lee Scott played her. Carol wore bright green makeup, a green wig, and a witch's cape and hat. In every episode, Francis Wright and Richard Coombs also starred. They played many different puppet characters.
About Grotbags' Show
The character Grotbags first appeared in the Rod Hull TV show Emu's World in 1982. She was the main "baddie" in many of Rod Hull's shows. These included Emu's All Live Pink Windmill Show and EMU-TV. She even appeared in the animated series Rod 'n' Emu.
In 1991, the TV company Central Independent Television gave Grotbags her own show. Carol Lee Scott and puppeteer Richard Coombs created this new series. Bob Hescott wrote the scripts, and Colin Clews directed it.
What Happens in the Show?
A total of 29 episodes of Grotbags were made. Each episode was about Grotbags and her helpers. They lived in a place called Gloomy Fortress. The show followed their funny day-to-day adventures.
Meet the Characters
The show featured Grotbags and her unique friends. Here are some of the main characters you would see:
- Grotbags: She called herself the "Bestest witch in the whole wide world." She was the main character and always up to something.
- Colin the Bat: This bat was not very smart. He also had trouble flying, which often led to funny situations.
- Doris the Dodo: She was the very last dodo bird! Grotbags rescued Doris from a desert island.
- Norman Nettle: A grumpy plant that was a nettle. He often complained about things.
- Grumble: This was Grotbags's magical cauldron. It was very important for her spells.
- Lumpy: A strange blob made from leftover spells. Lumpy lived inside Grumble the cauldron.
There was also another character named Tea Bag.
When Grotbags Aired
The show was broadcast in three different series:
- Series 1: There were 13 episodes. They aired from September 4, 1991, to December 18, 1991.
- Series 2: This series had 10 episodes. They were shown from September 9, 1992, to November 11, 1992.
- Series 3: The final series had 6 episodes. They aired from January 6, 1993, to February 10, 1993.
