Doug (1996 - 1999)

About Doug

Doug is an animated television series that aired from 1996 to 1999. The show portrayed the life of schoolboy Doug Funnie as he moved to Bluffington from Bloatsburg. The stories recounted Doug's experiences with his friends, family and his crush, Patti Mayonnaise, inspiring young viewers to overcome challenges with imagination, friends, and resourcefulness.

Making / Production

The show was produced by Walt Disney Television Animation and Jumbo Pictures Corporation. Its creation ranged from interweaving various storyboard frames to final animation painting, requiring the efforts of a diverse team of artists, writers, directors and animators. Moreover, it began as a Nickelodeon show called 'Doug' (1991 - 1994) before it was acquired by Disney and renamed as 'Brand Spanking New Doug' (1996), and then as 'Disney's Doug' (1996 - 1999).

Actors

• Billy West voiced the kind-hearted and imaginative character, Doug Funnie.
• Constance Shulman brought life to the compassionate and athletic, Patti Mayonnaise.
• Fred Newman embodied various characters such as Doug's best friend, Skeeter Valentine and the town's richest man, Mr. Bluff.
• Frank Welker did the voiceover for Doug's loyal dog, Porkchop.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The character of Doug had a habit of writing in his journal every night, reflecting on the day's events.
• Creator, Jim Jinkins based many of the show's characters and events on his real-life experiences.
• Doug's signature style, a white t-shirt with a red vest and khaki shorts, was a hit with the audience.

Awards

The show was awarded 'Best Animated Series' at the 1996 Annie Awards.

Quotes

• "Dear journal, It's me, Doug. You won't believe the day I had..."
• "I've got to stop being such a wishbone." - Doug.
• "If you get a job, you will be grounded for life!" - Dale Valentine

Music, Soundtrack

• 'Doug Theme Song' performed by Fred Newman was the popular opening music for the show.
• 'Bangin' on a Trash Can' and 'Think Big', songs by 'The Beets', a fictional band in the series, were also well-liked tracks.