Sofia the First

About Sofia the First

Sofia the First is an animated television series aimed towards the younger audience that was released in 2013 and ended in 2018. The series revolves around Sofia, a young girl who becomes a princess when her mother marries the king of Enchancia. Throughout the series, Sofia learns how to navigate her new life as a princess, discovering that it's not her title, but her kind heart and generous spirit that truly define her.

Making / Production

The TV series is an American computer-animated television series produced by Disney Television Animation. Created by director Craig Gerber and developed by Jamie Mitchell and Michael G. Stern, the series' episodes detail Sofia's journey and the friends she makes along the way.

Actors

• Ariel Winter as Sofia: Winter provides the voice for the titular character, Sofia, bringing a warmth and kindness to her character that young audiences can relate to.
• Wayne Brady as Clover: Brady lends his expressive voice to Clover, Sofia's adorable and wise-beyond-his-years animal friend who provides many of the series' comedic moments.
• Sara Ramirez as Queen Miranda: Ramirez portrays Sofia's loving and supportive mother, whose wisdom and genuine kindness help guide Sofia through her royal journey.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• Sofia's magical amulet has the power to summon Disney princesses in times of need.
• The character of Sofia is the first Disney princess created specifically for a television series.
• Ariel Winter, the voice of Sofia, is also known for her role on the hit sitcom 'Modern Family'.

Awards

The series received a nomination for Outstanding Pre-School Children's Animated Series at the Daytime Emmy Awards in 2013.

Quotes

• "We can do anything we want to if we stick to it long enough."
• "The only limit to our realization of tomorrow will be our doubts of today."
• "Once we believe in ourselves, we can risk curiosity, wonder, spontaneous delight or any experience that reveals the human spirit."

Music and Soundtrack

• The series' theme song, 'Sofia the First Main Title Theme', is performed by Ariel Winter.
• 'Anything', performed by Sofia and her step-sibling, encourages young viewers to believe they can achieve anything.
• 'True Sisters', a duet between Sofia and Cinderella, encapsulates the series' emphasis on kindness and friendship.