Orm and Cheep facts for kids

Orm and Cheep was a popular British children's television series from the 1980s. It was made especially for younger viewers on Children's ITV. The show used puppets as its main characters: Orm, a clever worm, and Cheep, a little bird. The stories were narrated by the famous actor Richard Briers. Tony Martin created the show, and Mary Edwards designed and made the puppets. There were 26 episodes in total, each lasting about eleven minutes. The series aired between 1983 and 1985.

Meet Orm and Cheep: Their Adventures

Cheep was a baby bird who fell from his nest before he could fly. The show's theme song, "If only Cheep could fly," often reminded viewers of Cheep's struggle to learn how to soar. He soon became good friends with Orm, a worm who lived in a cozy home underground.

Their adventures often involved other animal friends like Snail and Mouse. All the characters, whether friends or foes, had simple, single-word names. Some of their main enemies included Rat and Crow. These two often made plans to try and catch Orm and Cheep for a meal!

Who Made the Show: Cast and Crew

Many talented people worked together to create Orm and Cheep. Here's a look at some of the key roles:

• Creator: Tony Martin
• Puppet Creator: Mary Edwards
• Writer: Guy Hallifax
• Narrator: Richard Briers

The show had different directors and producers over its run. Here are some of the main crew members:

Where Orm and Cheep Was Shown

Orm and Cheep was enjoyed by children in several countries around the world.

• United Kingdom
  • ITV
  • Children's ITV
• New Zealand
  • TV2
• Canada
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