Brum (TV series)
Brum is a British live-action children's television series produced by Ragdoll Productions. It features a small, vintage car that comes to life when no one is looking, and goes on adventures in a large city. The series is known for its minimal dialogue, relying heavily on visual humor and slapstick comedy.
Synopsis:
Each episode follows Brum's adventures as he leaves his home in a motor museum and travels to a nearby city. Brum encounters various problems and situations, which he resolves, often with humorous or unexpected results. The series features elements of physical comedy and problem-solving. Brum himself does not speak, but communicates through actions and sound effects.
Production and Broadcast:
The series was created by Anne Wood, who also created Teletubbies and In the Night Garden. Brum was originally broadcast on BBC One from 1991 to 2002. It has since been repeated on various channels worldwide. The car used in the series was a modified Austin 7 Chummy.
Characters:
- Brum: The anthropomorphic car and the main character of the series. He is yellow and red, and has a distinctive radiator grille face.
- The Museum Owner: Although not featured prominently, he is shown at the start and end of each episode as Brum leaves and returns to the museum.
- Various City Inhabitants: Throughout the series, Brum interacts with numerous people in the city, who are often involved in the situations he encounters.
Format:
Episodes typically follow a similar structure: Brum leaves the museum, travels to the city, becomes involved in a comical situation, and eventually resolves the situation before returning to the museum unnoticed. The episodes are usually around 10 minutes in length.
Legacy:
Brum has been a popular children's television series, known for its gentle humor and engaging format. The character of Brum has become a recognizable figure in children's media in the UK and other countries. The series is remembered for its creativity and simplicity, offering entertainment suitable for young children.