MIPTV Spotlight: Gaumont Television

CANNES: Produced for France Télévisions and Disney XD EMEA, Furry Wheels is a character-driven animated comedy in the Gaumont Television catalogue.

The show is about a hyperactive sloth who dreams of becoming the fastest racecar driver in the jungle. Another kids’ highlight represented by the company is Belle and Sebastian, an animated adaptation of the classic book of the same name. “Tapping into parents’ nostalgia by sharing the well-known story of an orphan boy and his protective dog with a new generation, this is a more traditional production, staying true to the feel and tone of the original IP,” says Nicola Andrews, the VP of distribution at Gaumont Television.

The company is also offering up Calimero, an animated series that follows the adventures of a little black chicken. “We consciously seek out properties that appeal to a wide range of broadcasters and audiences,” adds Andrews.