Joshua Jones (TV series)
Encyclopedia
Joshua Jones was a Welsh
stop-motion children's television series
made by Bumper Films
(the creators of Fireman Sam
). It was originally shown on S4C
in the Welsh language
in 1991, then it was translated into English
and sold to the BBC
in 1992.
The series was about a cheerful fellow named Joshua Jones who lives on a canal boat with his canine companion Fairport and together they take trips up and down Clearwater Canal, delivering items and carrying out tasks for the folks at Biggott's Wharf and general having a fun time on the water.
Joshua's bosses are: Baboo Karia, a rented Indian Admirable, Datsa Karia, mr Cashmore's co-worker and Baboo's daughter-in-law, and the get-rich-quick Wilton Cashmore.
Joshua's friends are: Joe Laski, the Hungarian farmer who takes a care of his horse Trojan, Ravi Karia, the Indian Boy who is Mrs. Karia's son and Admirable's grandson, and Fiona, Mr. Cashmore's not-so-money-hungry daughter.
His co-workers are: Sharon, a dizzy blonde girl, who owned a catering van, and Spanner, the lazy boy who likes Sharon. The most interesting person is Daphne Peacock, the vet who takes a care of the sick animals.
in UK
and three videos from Reel Entertainment in Australia
.
Eight numbered titles from Buzz Books in 1993. Stories by Olivia Madden developed from scripts by Bob Wilson illustrated with stills taken from TV series.
Wales
Wales is a country that is part of the United Kingdom and the island of Great Britain, bordered by England to its east and the Atlantic Ocean and Irish Sea to its west. It has a population of three million, and a total area of 20,779 km²...
stop-motion children's television series
Children's television series
Children's television series, are commercial television programs designed for, and marketed to children, normally scheduled for broadcast during the morning and afternoon when children are awake. They can sometimes run in the early evening, for the children that go to school...
made by Bumper Films
Bumper Films
Bumper Films was a children's stop-motion production company founded by John Walker and Ian Frampton in 1982. It is best known for creating Fireman Sam in 1987-1994. It also created Joshua Jones in 1991-1992, Starhill Ponies in 1998-2001 and Rocky Hollow in 1983. The company was also used for S4C...
(the creators of Fireman Sam
Fireman Sam
Fireman Sam is a Welsh animated children's television series about a fireman called Sam, his fellow firefighters, and other townspeople in the Welsh town of Pontypandy . The original idea for the show came from two ex-firemen from Kent...
). It was originally shown on S4C
S4C
S4C , currently branded as S4/C, is a Welsh television channel broadcast from the capital, Cardiff. The first television channel to be aimed specifically at a Welsh-speaking audience, it is the fifth oldest British television channel .The channel - initially broadcast on...
in the Welsh language
Welsh language
Welsh is a member of the Brythonic branch of the Celtic languages spoken natively in Wales, by some along the Welsh border in England, and in Y Wladfa...
in 1991, then it was translated into English
English language
English is a West Germanic language that arose in the Anglo-Saxon kingdoms of England and spread into what was to become south-east Scotland under the influence of the Anglian medieval kingdom of Northumbria...
and sold to the BBC
BBC
The British Broadcasting Corporation is a British public service broadcaster. Its headquarters is at Broadcasting House in the City of Westminster, London. It is the largest broadcaster in the world, with about 23,000 staff...
in 1992.
The series was about a cheerful fellow named Joshua Jones who lives on a canal boat with his canine companion Fairport and together they take trips up and down Clearwater Canal, delivering items and carrying out tasks for the folks at Biggott's Wharf and general having a fun time on the water.
Joshua's bosses are: Baboo Karia, a rented Indian Admirable, Datsa Karia, mr Cashmore's co-worker and Baboo's daughter-in-law, and the get-rich-quick Wilton Cashmore.
Joshua's friends are: Joe Laski, the Hungarian farmer who takes a care of his horse Trojan, Ravi Karia, the Indian Boy who is Mrs. Karia's son and Admirable's grandson, and Fiona, Mr. Cashmore's not-so-money-hungry daughter.
His co-workers are: Sharon, a dizzy blonde girl, who owned a catering van, and Spanner, the lazy boy who likes Sharon. The most interesting person is Daphne Peacock, the vet who takes a care of the sick animals.
Adults
- Joshua Jones - a young man who lives in Karia's Residence. He travels by his canal boat with his dog named Fairport. His main job is to transport goods along the canals but he is more than willing to utilise his boat to help others in a crisis.
- Admirable Baboo Karia - a retired Indian admirable who served in the Royal Navy and is always putting his naval experience to good use in everyday tasks. He is Datsa's father-in-law and Ravi's grandfather.
- Datsa Karia - Admirable's daughter-in-law and Ravi's mother. She is a very cheerfull woman.
- Joe Laski - the farmer from Hungary. He takes care of his horse named Trojan.
- Daphne Peacock - the local vetarinian who is often called in to take care of sick animals.
- Wilton Cashmore - a local rich busybody who likes to boss his staff around. He goes to great lengths to try to impress his own boss, the unseen Mr. Biggott.
- Mr. Biggott - Wilton's boss.
- Mrs. Biggott - Mr. Biggott's wife.
Teenagers
- Sharon - a dizzy blonde girl who sells food from her bistro wagon by the canal.
- Spanner - Sharon's boyfriend; a lazy accident-prone orange-haired chap who does odd-jobs for Cashmore and various other characters. He often skives off work to go and eat at Sharon's cafe.
Children
- Ravi Karia - an eight-year-old boy, Datsa's son and Admirable's grandson.
- Fiona Cashmore - a nine-year-old girl, Wilton Cashmore's daughter.
Animals
- Fairport - a Yorkshire terrier dog, Joshua's faithful animal friend.
- Trojan - Joe's black horse.
- Boomer - Ravi's colorful parrot which is sent by his uncle.
- Tearaway Trevor - Ravi's pet tortoise.
Episode list
- 1. Horseplay (7 January 1992) (W:17 September 1991)- When Trojan the horse falls in the canal,Joshua Jones comes to the rescue.
- 2. Haywire (14 January 1992) (W:24 September 1991)- There's a storm brewing and Spanner is helping Joe Laski fetch in his hay. Meanwhile Mr Cashmore is organising a buffet for Mr Biggott.
- 3. Treasure (21 January 1992) (W:1 October 1991)- Spanner, Cashmore and Sharon go digging for treasure when they believe there is silver buried outside Sharon's Cafe.
- 4. Boomer (28 January 1992) (W:8 October 1991)- Josh rescues Ravi and Fiona from the weir when they look for Boomer the parrot who has escaped.
- 5. Tortoise (4 February 1992) (W:15 October 1991)- One of Spanner's meat pies is mistaken for Ravi's tortoise.
- 6. Sting (11 February 1992) (W:22 October 1991)- When some chemicals infect Fairport's eyes, Josh organises a sponsored walk for the ointment his dog needs. Cashmore sponsors Spanner knowing he won't get far, but some treacle pudding and a swarm of wasps prove him wrong.
- 7. Spook (18 February 1992) (W:29 October 1991) - Ravi and Fiona believe there's a ghost in Joe's barn. Meanwhile Wilton Cashmore's new burglar alarm is proving unpopular.
- 8. Plum Crazy (25 February 1992) (W:5 November 1991)- Admirable Karia needs to find an easy way to pick the plums from his plum tree.
- 9. Paperwork (3 March 1992) (W:12 November 1991)- After decorating her cafe van, Spanner takes Sharon on a picnic,but the wind teaches them not to throw litter around.
- 10. Photo Finish (10 March 1992) (W:19 November 1991)- Josh has made a raft for Ravi,but disaster strikes when Cashmore borrows it to fish out Mr Biggott's birthday present from the canal.
- 11. Snake Chase (17 March 1992) (W:26 November 1991)- Daphne Peacock is looking after a grass-snake but mayhem ensues when it meets Trojan the horse.
- 12. Silver (24 March 1992) (W:3 December 1991)- Admirable Karia is determined to win "The Lock Competition". Meanwhile Joshua and Joe have trouble with a runaway wheel.
UK VHS Releases
The series had two videos from BBCBBC
The British Broadcasting Corporation is a British public service broadcaster. Its headquarters is at Broadcasting House in the City of Westminster, London. It is the largest broadcaster in the world, with about 23,000 staff...
in UK
United Kingdom
The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern IrelandIn the United Kingdom and Dependencies, other languages have been officially recognised as legitimate autochthonous languages under the European Charter for Regional or Minority Languages...
and three videos from Reel Entertainment in Australia
Australia
Australia , officially the Commonwealth of Australia, is a country in the Southern Hemisphere comprising the mainland of the Australian continent, the island of Tasmania, and numerous smaller islands in the Indian and Pacific Oceans. It is the world's sixth-largest country by total area...
.
| VHS Title | Release Date | Episodes |
|---|---|---|
| Joshua Jones - Horseplay (BBCV 4806) | 1992 | Horseplay, Haywire, Treasure, Boomer |
| Joshua Jones 2 (BBCV 4993) | 1993 | Tortoise, Sting, Spook, Plum Crazy |
DVD Releases
- In 2005, Reel Entertainment in AustraliaAustraliaAustralia , officially the Commonwealth of Australia, is a country in the Southern Hemisphere comprising the mainland of the Australian continent, the island of Tasmania, and numerous smaller islands in the Indian and Pacific Oceans. It is the world's sixth-largest country by total area...
released two (PAL Region 4) DVDs containing all 12 episodes.
Books
From Heinemann Young Books in 1992. Written by Mary Risk and illustrated by 'The Country Studio'.- The C.C. Club
- Josh's Special Delivery (0434948454)
- Duck Tunnel (0434948438)
- Happy Birthday Josh! (0434948411)
- Out of Action (0434962252)
- The Lock Competition (0434962244)
Eight numbered titles from Buzz Books in 1993. Stories by Olivia Madden developed from scripts by Bob Wilson illustrated with stills taken from TV series.
- 1. Horseplay (1855911396)
- 2. Going Haywire (1855911388)
- 3. A Parrot Called Boomer (185591137X)
- 4. Treasure Trove
- 5. Photo Finish (1855912333)
- 6. Snake Chase (1855912341)
- 7. Tortoise Trail (185591235X)
- 8. Night Watch (1855912368)
Credits
- With the Voices of: Barbara FlynnBarbara FlynnBarbara Flynn is an English actress. She first became known for her appearance in the ITV drama A Family at War, that followed the fortunes of a lower middle class family living in Liverpool from 1938 and through World War II.During the 1980s Flynn's acting skills led to her being cast in several...
and George LaytonGeorge LaytonGeorge Layton is an English actor, director, screenwriter and author. He was educated at Belle Vue Boys' Grammar School in Bradford and later studied acting at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Arts where he won the Emile Littler award. He went on to leading parts at Coventry and Nottingham and... - Originated & Designed by: Rob LeeRob LeeRobert Martin "Rob" Lee is a retired English footballer who played the majority of his career for Charlton Athletic and Newcastle United.-Charlton Athletic:...
- Developed & Written by: Bob Wilson
- Model Makers: Brian Collins, Tania MacDonnell, Sean Millar, Andy O'Neil, John Parsons, Katharine Scott
- Vechiles: Alun JonesAlun JonesAlun Jones may refer to:*Alun Jones , also known as "Alun Cilie"*Alun Jones *Alun Jones , Welsh writer*Al Jones, born Alun Jones, UK folk-rock musician*Alun Jones, Baron Chalfont , British politician...
, James Nevill - Puppet Makers: Alison Fairholm, Ian Frampton, Cindy Friers, Alison Hall
- Engineering Consultant: Mel Grigg
- Set Design: Beverley Knowlden Janice Shakespeare Barry Zafar
- Music & Lyrics by: Ben Heneghan, Ian LawsonIan LawsonIan James Lawson is an English former professional footballer who played 131 games in the Football League as a forward for Huddersfield Town, Blackpool, Bury and Stockport County....
- Sung by: Maldwyn Pope
- Sound: John Cross, Tom Logan
- Edited by: William Oswald, Jane Murrell, Elen Lewis, Patrick McHugh
- Animated by: John WalkerJohn Walker-Politicians:* John Walker , U.S. Senator, public official, and soldier* John Walker , State Treasurer of Missouri...
, Brian Anderson, Timon Dowdeswell - Executive Producers: Christopher Grace, Theresa Plummer-Andrews
- Produced & Directed by: Ian Frampton, John WalkerJohn Walker-Politicians:* John Walker , U.S. Senator, public official, and soldier* John Walker , State Treasurer of Missouri...
- Produced by Bumper FilmsBumper FilmsBumper Films was a children's stop-motion production company founded by John Walker and Ian Frampton in 1982. It is best known for creating Fireman Sam in 1987-1994. It also created Joshua Jones in 1991-1992, Starhill Ponies in 1998-2001 and Rocky Hollow in 1983. The company was also used for S4C...
for S4CS4CS4C , currently branded as S4/C, is a Welsh television channel broadcast from the capital, Cardiff. The first television channel to be aimed specifically at a Welsh-speaking audience, it is the fifth oldest British television channel .The channel - initially broadcast on...
, BBCBBCThe British Broadcasting Corporation is a British public service broadcaster. Its headquarters is at Broadcasting House in the City of Westminster, London. It is the largest broadcaster in the world, with about 23,000 staff...
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