Canadian Broadcasters Commission By Bunny

Canada’s TVOkids, Radio-Canada, TFO and Knowledge Kids have commissioned the 2D series By Bunny, aimed at 4- to 7-year-olds.

By Bunny, created by children’s book author Judith Henderson and head writer Anne-Marie Perotta, follows a floppy-eared bunny whose “superpower” is taking a scientific fact and turning it into an imaginative story. The international launch of the series will be led by ZDF Studios, which will manage distribution across Europe. Bejuba! Entertainment will represent the series in the rest of the world, except Canada, India and Ireland.

The series is being produced by Sphere Animation in collaboration with Irish studio Telegael, which will lead the voice recording and postproduction, and Indian animation specialists Mesmor Studios and Anaganaga Pictures will be in charge of storyboarding and animation.

Preproduction and scriptwriting started in September in Canada, with full delivery expected at the end of 2027.

“By Bunny is a smart and playful blend of literacy and animal facts that spark kids’ imagination and curiosity,” said Kirsten Hurd, commissioning editor for TVOkids. “We’re delighted to partner with Sphere Media once again on this imaginative and engaging series and proud to support a project that originated in Canada and celebrates Canadian creativity. In today’s global market, developing homegrown IP is no small feat—and By Bunny does it with heart, humor and curiosity.”

Judith Beauchemin, executive VP of operations, who oversees Sphere Media’s kids and family division, added, “Kids’ shows shape the minds that will one day shape our world—and By Bunny takes this responsibility very seriously. But what he doesn’t do is take himself too seriously: he puts the fun into facts. By Bunny aims to inspire curiosity and wonder, along with a desire for learning, and we’re sure Canada’s kids will agree when the show premieres on TVOkids.”