Octonauts & the Great Barrier Reef

Underwater adventure to save the Great Barrier Reef

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About Octonauts & the Great Barrier Reef

Released: 2020

Platform: Netflix

Rating: TV-Y

Run time: 47m

Cast
Simon Greenall, Rob Rackstraw, Paul Panting, Keith Wickham, Teresa Gallagher, Jo Wyatt, Michael Murphy, Richard Grieve, Paul Buckley, Simon Foster

About Octonauts & the Great Barrier Reef

Octonauts & the Great Barrier Reef is a 2020 animated TV show in the education for kids genre. This show is the perfect combination of entertainment and learning, as it takes young viewers on exciting underwater adventures while teaching them about marine life and conservation.

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About

Octonauts & the Great Barrier Reef follows the adventures of the Octonauts, a team of cute and courageous animals who explore the underwater world to protect and preserve marine life. In this particular TV show, the Octonauts venture into the Great Barrier Reef, one of the world's most beautiful and diverse ecosystems.

The show combines thrilling stories with scientific facts, allowing children to learn about different species of marine animals, their habitats, and the importance of conservation. Through their missions, the Octonauts teach kids valuable lessons about teamwork, problem-solving, and environmental responsibility.

Making / Production

Octonauts & the Great Barrier Reef was produced by Silvergate Media and Brown Bag Films. The show is based on the original Octonauts book series written by Vicki Wong and Michael C. Murphy.

The animation for the show was created using computer-generated imagery (CGI), bringing the vibrant and colorful underwater world to life. The production team worked closely with marine biologists to ensure accuracy in the depiction of marine species and their habitats.

Actors

  • Captain Barnacles - voiced by Ross Breen
  • Kwazii - voiced by Keith Wickham
  • Peso - voiced by Jo Wyatt
  • Tweak - voiced by Teresa Gallagher
  • Shellington - voiced by Simon Greenall

Trivia / Interesting Facts

  • Octonauts & the Great Barrier Reef is the first-ever Octonauts TV show dedicated to exploring the Great Barrier Reef.
  • The show incorporates real-life footage and facts about the Great Barrier Reef to enhance educational value.
  • It was filmed on location using state-of-the-art underwater cameras to capture the beauty of the reef.
  • The Octonauts encounter various marine species in the show, including clownfish, coral, and sea turtles.

Awards

At the time of writing, Octonauts & the Great Barrier Reef has not received any major awards.

Quotes

  • "Explore, rescue, protect!" - Captain Barnacles
  • "Octonauts, let's do this!" - Kwazii
  • "No job too big, no ship too small!" - Peso

Music

The score for Octonauts & the Great Barrier Reef was composed by David Schweitzer and Chris Neal. The music captures the adventurous spirit of the show and enhances the storytelling.

Soundtrack

  • Opening Theme - "Octonauts Are Here!"
  • "Underwater Adventure"
  • "Exploring the Reef"
  • "Rescue Mission"
  • "Saving the Day"