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Pingu (1986 – 2006)

1986 • 6 seasons • Animation, Comedy • TV-Y
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PinguSeason 1

26 episodes · May 28, 1986

## Pingu: Series 1 - A World Through a Penguin's Eyes Step into the wonderfully whimsical world of Pingu and his family in this charming first season! Join our little penguin as he navigates everyday life in the South Pole, brimming with playful antics, sibling squabbles, and heartwarming moments. Each short episode captures the simple joys – from building snow forts to fishing for dinner – all told through Pingu’s delightful vocalizations and expressive gestures. Witness Pingu's adventures unfold as he tries (and sometimes fails!) to impress his dad, outsmart his mischievous sister Pinga, and generally explore the icy landscape around him. Expect plenty of laughter as Pingu learns valuable lessons about sharing, listening, and embracing the occasional mishap – all while showcasing the beauty and wonder of his unique polar home. This season is a delightful introduction to a beloved character and a truly unforgettable animated experience for viewers of all ages.

1. Pingu is Introduced
May 28, 1986 · 5m

The scene opens with the family seated around their midday meal. Pingu struggled to spear his potatoes, finding it a frustrating task; he ended up snapping his fork, which allowed him to swallow them whole more easily. His father scolded hi

2. Pingu Helps to Deliver the Mail
Jun 4, 1986 · 5m

Pingu was assisting his father with the daily mail run. His dad allowed him to wear the postman’s hat, and together they collected the letters from the post office before setting off to deliver them throughout the town. Their route took the

3. Pingu Helps With Incubating
Jun 11, 1986 · 5m

Pingu’s family was expecting a new arrival, and while his parents tended to the laundry, Pingu was tasked with sitting on the precious egg. Initially delighted and eager to assist, he soon grew restless and rose to listen to an unusual reco

4. Pinga Is Born / Pingu's Sister is Born
Jun 18, 1986 · 5m

Pingu was absorbed in a book he found captivating, while Mother and Father kept close watch on the egg from the previous episode. It appeared moments away from hatching, and Mother urged Father to summon the doctor – the penguin doctor, spe

5. Pingu Goes Fishing
Jun 25, 1986 · 5m

Pingu set out for a fishing expedition, descending a steep series of cliffs to reach a hidden, rocky cove. There, he discovered an ice-fishing hole and promptly caught a fish. Unbeknownst to him, Robby the seal was surfacing from a connecte

6. Pingu Is Jealous
Jul 2, 1987 · 5m

Pingu, Pinga, and their mother were enjoying a day indoors. Pingu was attempting to build towers with blocks, but they stubbornly collapsed each time. Though his mother tried her best, Pinga resisted bedtime until she gently rocked her to s

7. Pingu and the Snowball fight
Oct 15, 1987 · 5m

Robby the seal playfully pelted Pingu with snowballs, instantly sparking an acrobatic game centered around a large, pink fish. In a peculiar moment of stillness, Pingu found himself with the fish’s mouth awkwardly covering his head. Robby,

8. Pingu and the Avalanche Incident / Barrel of Fun
Oct 29, 1988 · 5m

Near some crumbling ruins, Robby was amusing himself amongst a cluster of barrels when he spotted one partially concealed by planks—resembling a makeshift sledge. Pingu soon joined him, and together they began to play with their unusual sle

9. Pingu Plays Fish Tennis
Oct 29, 1988 · 5m

The hour for bed had arrived for Pingu and Pinga, but they were not inclined to comply. First came a game with building blocks, complete with a mock argument over who would have them. Then, when Mother instructed Pingu to brush his teeth, h

10. Pingu on Makeshift Skis
Dec 16, 1988 · 5m

Pingu dashed outside and zipped around, mimicking a plane in flight, when he noticed the snowman’s nose had fallen off. He replaced it carefully, and turning the snowman's head, saw it now resembled a rhino’s horn. He then settled onto a sl

11. Pingu's Tobogganing
Dec 16, 1989 · 5m

Pingu and his companions, Pingo and Pingg, set off tobogganing high in the mountains. Following a lengthy ascent, they finally reached the summit and launched themselves down the slope. While Pingo and Pingg sped downwards with exhilarating

12. Pinga Is Left Out
Dec 17, 1989 · 5m

Pingu took Pinga with him so she could play with Pingo. When they met, Pingu and Pingo began a game of leap-frog, and Pinga longed to join in. But Pingu wouldn't let her, saying she was too small. As he and Pingo tumbled about, she wandered

13. Pingu Plays Ice Hockey
Dec 18, 1989 · 5m

Pingu, Robby, and their new friend Pongi were lingering nearby when they spotted a hockey team engaged in a game. Impulsively, they decided to join in. Their initial attempts proved unsuccessful; they missed the goal twice before finally sc

14. Pingu Runs Away From Home
Jan 14, 1990 · 5m

A peaceful dinner was underway for Pingu and his parents, though the tranquility was disrupted by Pingu’s displeasure; he simply refused to eat what he considered a most unpleasant meal. Seeing their son's distress, his mother and father de

15. Pingu Builds an Igloo
Jan 21, 1990 · 5m

Pingu was embarking on a camping trip with Pingo. Saying farewell to his parents, Pingu received a hat from Father, which he resisted wearing, but Father insisted. As he left, Pingu gleefully removed the hat and tucked it away in a box. Upo

16. Pingu and Pinga Stay Up
Apr 7, 1990 · 5m

The hour for bed had arrived for Pingu and Pinga, but they were not inclined to obey. First, they entertained themselves with building blocks, staging a mock quarrel over who would have which. Then, when Mother instructed Pingu to brush his

17. Pingu Has Music Lessons
Apr 14, 1990 · 5m

Pingu was absorbed in building with his blocks, patiently explaining their purpose to Pinga, while Mother and Father prepared a cake – or perhaps something else entirely. As Pingu constructed his towers, Pinga entertained herself with her t

18. Pingu's Lavatory Story
Apr 21, 1990 · 5m

Lunchtime found Pingu and his family gathered together. Pinga eagerly opened her mouth, anticipating a piece of fish from Pingu, but he ended up eating it himself, earning him a frustrated frown. Soon after, Pingu set off for a shop resembl

19. Pingu At School
Apr 28, 1990 · 5m

Pingu set off for school with his backpack, calling out for Robby along the way. Robby was sliding down a snowy slope, and Pingu followed suit, using his own backpack to slide – travelling considerably further than Robby. He then pushed his

20. Pingu in the Ice Cave
May 5, 1990 · 5m

Pingu was helping his parents with chores when Pingo arrived, eagerly suggesting a playdate. The two penguins bounded off with unrestrained excitement. They began by playing with their ball, enjoying themselves immensely, but soon their ent

21. Pingu Dreams
May 12, 1990 · 5m

The hour for sleep had arrived, and Pingu drifted off while his mother read him a story. As he slept, the igloo began to bounce and sway before lifting into the air. His bed, too, suddenly sprouted legs and started to move on its own. Initi

22. Pingu's Grandfather Is Sick
May 26, 1990 · 5m

Pingu was carefully painting a picture while his mother ironed nearby. Suddenly, the telephone trilled, and Pinga answered it. Their mother quickly ushered her off the line; it was Grandpa, stricken with measles. "Don’t you dare touch my pa

23. Pingu's Parents Go to a Concert
Oct 6, 1990 · 5m

For a change of pace, Pingu’s parents went off to a concert, leaving Pingu and Pinga in charge of the house – a prospect that brought tears to their eyes. As their parents departed, the two siblings embarked on a series of playful escapades

24. Pingu and his Friends Play too Loudly
Oct 13, 1990 · 5m

Pingu and Pingg were playing hopscotch, oblivious to the fact that they’d chosen a parking space for their game. A disgruntled neighbour arrived, attempting to park, and an argument ensued. Suddenly, the two little penguins found themselves

25. Pingu and the Organ Grinder
Oct 20, 1990 · 5m

Pingu found himself near a stranger playing a barrel organ, a sound that stirred in him a disquiet born of his own circumstances. His discomfort deepened as he watched other penguins stroll past without so much as a glance or a coin offered

26. Pingu and Pinga Play Circus
Oct 27, 1990 · 5m

Pingu, Pinga, and Robby posted signs advertising a circus, quickly drawing a large crowd of penguins. The show began with Pingu on the drums, Pinga playing the trumpet, and Robby accompanying them on the accordion. Robby then performed a se

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