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Squirrel and Hedgehog
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Created by Kim Jun-Ok
Directed by Kim Jun-Ok (Episode 1~4), Kim Yong-Chol, Kim Kwang-Song, Do Chol, O Sin-Hyok, Yun Yong-Gil, Ri Sok-Hun, Ri Chol
Voices of Won Jong-Suk Kim Thae-Ryon
Theme music composer Kim Myong-Hui Pyongyang Ryulgok Secondary School
Opening theme "철벽의 동산 꾸려나가자" (Let us fortify our Hill)
Country of origin North Korea
Original language(s) Korean
Production
Running time 18~27
Production company(s)
  • SEK Studio (Animation)
  • Film and Radio Music Troupe (DPRK's Music and Audio Studio)
Release
Original network Korean Central Television
Original release 1977 (1977) – 2012 (Unconfirmed, Likely on Hiatus) (2012 (Unconfirmed, Likely on Hiatus))
Korean title
Chosŏn'gŭl
다람이와 고슴도치
Revised Romanization Dalam-iwa Goseumdochi
McCune–Reischauer Taramiwa Kosŭmdoch'i

Squirrel and Hedgehog (Chosongul: 다람이와 고슴도치) is a popular North Korean animated series. It was made by SEK Studio from 1977 until the 2010s. This show is one of the most famous cartoons in North Korea. It is believed that the show stopped being made around 2013. This was when North Korean state television changed its schedule. Many animated shows were removed at that time.

About Squirrel and Hedgehog

The Story

The series is about animals living in a place called Flower Hill. These animals are often in conflict with other groups. These groups include the Weasel Empire and the Wolves' Den. The main characters are brave scouts. They work to protect their home from danger.

Main Characters

The show features many animal characters. They are divided into different groups.

Flower Hill Residents

These are the good guys who live in Flower Hill.

  • Kŭmsaegi (Gold Squirrel, Code name "Pang-ul-ggot") - He is the main hero of the show. Kŭmsaegi is a young scout from Flower Hill.
  • Juldarami (Striped Squirrel) - He is also a scout from Flower Hill. Juldarami is Kŭmsaegi's partner and friend.
  • Pamsaegi (Brownie, Brown Squirrel) - This is Kŭmsaegi's younger brother. He joined the show later in the series.
  • Scout Kosŭmdochi (Scout Hedgehog) - A brave hedgehog who helps protect Flower Hill.
  • Scout Mulangae (Mulangae) - Another scout from Flower Hill.
  • Undochi (Undochi) - Scout Goseumdochi's younger brother. He also joined in later episodes.

The Weasel Empire

These are some of the main bad guys in the series.

  • Captain Weasel (General Commander) - The leader of the Weasel Empire.
  • Mulmangcho - A member of the Weasel Empire.
  • Oegwipari - Another member of the Weasel Empire.
  • Black Weasel - A dark weasel character.
  • One-Eyed Weasel (Scout Commander) - A tough weasel with one eye.
  • Dr. White Weasel - A smart but evil weasel doctor.

The Wolves' Den

Another group of enemies.

  • Captain Wolf/Keoteo - The leader of the wolves.
  • Assistant Weasel - A weasel who works with the wolves.
  • Assistant Fox/Lt. Fox Vixen - A fox officer.

Other Villages

  • Rabbit Village
  • Grey Squirrel Village

Voice Actors

Many talented voice actors bring the characters to life.

  • Geumsaegi: Voiced by Won Jong-Suk and Heo Kyong-Hui in different parts of the series.
  • Juldarami: Voiced by Kim Tae-Ryon, Won Jong-Suk, and Rim Bok-Hui.
  • Bamsaegi: Voiced by Rim Un-Yong.
  • Scout Goseumdochi: Voiced by Kwon Nyong-Ju.
  • Undochi: Voiced by Choe Hyon-Ha.
  • Captain Weasel: Voiced by Kim Tae-Hong.
  • Captain Wolf/Captain Keoteo: Voiced by Kim Yong-Chol.

Episodes

The show has many episodes, each with its own adventure. Here is a list of some of them:

No. Original Title English Title (formal DVD title) Directed by Story Music Original air date
1 다람이가 찾은 교훈 The Lesson for Squirrel Kim Jun-Ok Kim Jun-Ok Kim Jun-Ok, Kim Myong-Hui 1977
2 족제비네 소굴에서 In the Den of Weasels Kim Jun-Ok Kim Jun-Ok Kim Myong-Hui 1978-1979
3 다람이의 복수전 The revenge battle of the Squirrel Kim Jun-Ok Kim Jun-Ok Kim Myong-Hui 1980-1981
4 정찰병 금색다람이 The Scout, Gold Squirrel Kim Jun-Ok Kim Jun-Ok Kim Myong-Hui 1982-1983
5 끝나지 않은 싸움 The Continued Battle Kim Kwang-Song Kim Hwa-Song, Ri Yong-Chun Paek In-Song February 8, 1997
6 금색이가 날린 전파 A Message sent by Gold Squirrel Kim Yong-Chol Kim Hwa-Song, Ri Yong-Chun Kim Myong-Hui, Han Sang-Chol September 29, 1997
7 독거미굴의 비밀 The Secret of the Wolf Spider Cave Kim Yong-Chol Kim Hwa-Song, Ri Yeong-Chun Kim Myong-Hui, Ham Chol December 13, 1997
8 돌산으로 날아간 특사 Envoy to Mt.Rock Kim Yong-Chol Kim Hwa-Song, Ri Yong-Chun Kim Myong-Hui, Ham Chol March 21, 1998
9 고슴도치의 위훈 The Great Service of Hedgehog Kim Yong-Chol Kim Hwa-Song, Ri Yong-Chun Kim Myong-Hui, Ham Chol June 12, 1998
10 돌산에서의 결전 A Battle at Mt.Rock Kim Yong-Chol Kim Hwa-Song, Ri Yong-Chun Kim Myong-Hui, Ham Chol September 1, 1998
11 검은 열쇠 Black Key Kim Yong-Chol Kim Hwa-Song, Ri Yong-Chun Kim Myong-Hui, Ham Chol October 30, 1998
12 위험한 적수 A Dangerous Enemy Kim Yong-Chol Kim Hwa-Song, Ri Yong-Chun Kim Myong-Hui, Ham Chol December 23, 1998
13 비밀문건 Secret Document Kim Yong-Chol Kim Hwa-Song, Ri Yong-Chun Kim Myong-Hui, Ham Chol February 2, 1999
14 적후에서의 한순간 A Moment in the Enemy Rear Kim Kwang-Song Kim Hwa-Song, Ri Yong-Chun Kim Myong-Hui, Ham Chol June 9, 1999
15 흰눈작전 White Snow Operation Kim Kwang-Song, Do Chol Kim Hwa-Song, Ri Yong-Chun Kim Myong-Hui, Ham Chol July 3, 1999
16 흰눈작전은 계속 된다 White Snow Operation Continues Kim Yong-Chol Kim Hwa-Song, Ri Yong-Chun Kim Myong-Hui, Ham Chol September 18, 1999
17 <방울꽃>은 보고한다 "Pangulggot" Reports Do Chol, Kim Yong-Chol Kim Hwa-Song, Ri Yong-Chun Kim Myong-Hui, Ham Chol September 20, 2000
18 파도를 헤치고 Through the Waves O Sin-Hyok Kim Hwa-Song Kim Myong-Hui, Ham Chol November 30, 2000
19 무서운 음모 A Hideous Plot Kim Yong-Chol, Yun Yong-Gil Ri Yong-Chun Kim Myong-Hee, Ham Chol April 1, 2001
20 밤하늘에 울린 폭음 An Explosion At Night Kim Yong-Chol, Ri Sok-Hun Kim Hwa-Song, Ri Yong-Chun Kim Myong-Hui, Ham Chol November 25, 2001
21 원수는 살아있다 The Enemies are Alive O Sin-Hyok Kim Hwa-Song, Ri Yong-Chun Kim Myong-Hui, Ham Chol June 25, 2002
22 보석목걸이를 찾아서 Searching For the Jewel Necklace Yun Yong-Gil Kim Hwa-Song, Ri Yong-Chun Kim Myong-Hui, Ham Chol December 24, 2002
23 철갑상어 기지에서 At the "Sturgeon" Base Yun Yong-Gil Kim Hwa-Song, Ri Yong-Chun Kim Myong-Hui, Ham Chol May 5, 2003
24 위험을 맞받아 Against The Danger O Sin-Hyok, Gye Hun Kim Hwa-Song, Ri Yong-Chun Kim Myong-Hui, Ham Chol July 10, 2003
25 벼락작전 "Thunder" Operation Yun Yong-Gil Kim Hwa-Song, Ri Yong-Chun Kim Myong-Hui, Ham Chol November 28, 2004
26 불길속의 방울꽃 "Pangulggot" in the Flames O Sin-Hyok Kim Hwa-Song, Ri Yong-Chun Kim Myong-Hui, Ham Chol January 2, 2005
27 <올가미> 작전 "Noose" Operation O Sin-Hyok Choe In-Song Kim Myong-Hui, Ham Chol December 27, 2006
28 두더지 박사의 비밀문건 The Secret Document of Dr. Mole O Sin-Hyok Kim Hwa-Song Kim Myong-Hui, Ham Chol January 1, 2008
29 흰 족제비 소굴에서 In the Den of White Weasel Oh Sin-Hyok Kim Hwa-Song Kim Myong-Hui, Ham Chol August 25, 2008
30 원수를 맞받아 Against the Enemies Ri Chol Choe In-Song Kim Myong-Hui, Ham Chol October 17, 2010
31 승냥이 소굴에로 To the Den of the Wolf Unit Ri Chol Choe In-Song Kim Myong-Hui, Ham Chol February 17, 2011
32 원수는 간악하다 Enemies are vicious Ri Chol Choe In-Song Kim Myong-Hui, Jong Pyong-Chol June 6, 2012

Merchandise

Even though there are no official records, you could find items like toothpaste and backpacks with the characters on them. These were sold in stores in North Korea. There are also statues of the characters in children's parks in Pyongyang.

Manhwa

Besides the TV show, a manhwa (Korean comic book) version was also released. There were some small differences between the comic and the TV show. For example, the character "Lt. Fox Vixen" was shown as a male in the comic first. Later, in the TV show, this character became female. The reason for this change is not known.

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