Netflix Picks Up Xilam Animation’s Trico

Xilam Animation’s new CGI non-verbal slapstick comedy series Trico is set to launch globally as a Netflix branded original.

In this new kids’ series, the former globe-trotting sheep Trico finds life in the mountain pasture a little too peaceful. But with ideas and objects picked up from his travels to share with his fellow sheep, he shakes things up—to the expense of a tough ewe named Biscotte, who is charged with keeping the flock safe from the Wolf. Created by Xilam’s Hugo Gittard (Zig & Sharko, Magoo), Trico is slated for delivery in early 2022.

Xilam retains second-window global linear television distribution and merchandising rights to the series.

Marc du Pontavice, CEO of Xilam Animation and executive producer, said: “We’re thrilled to be undertaking this new collaboration with Netflix and feel honored by the trust they have placed in Xilam’s talents. Hugo has created a fantastic series which is brimming with endearing characters and original comedy—we’re sure Trico’s mishaps will charm and entertain audiences across the globe.”