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Shoebox Zoo (2004)
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Shoebox Zoo is an urban fantasy TV series made in a collaboration between BBC Scotland and various Canadian television companies. It is mostly live-action, but with CGI used for the animal figurines. The show centers on the story of a young girl named Marnie McBride, who is given a shoebox containing four toy animals by a mysterious old man at a junk shop, as a gift for her 11th birthday. These magical toys have the power to come alive on Marnie’s command, and they’re on a quest to find an ancient book that once belonged to a great and powerful wizard.
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Worth tryingReflective
EnergyCalm and observant
ToneHuman and reflective
ExperienceObservation more than conflict
Best suited forbig ideas and concept-driven tension
What to expect from this title?Expect a calm watch that stays close to observation, nature, and the human bond rather than plot-heavy conflict.
Easy to enter quicklyBuilt for quick funClear and accessible mood
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Suitable for family viewing with some guidance.
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Best suited forParental guidance
Content levelModerate content
GuidanceBetter with parental guidance
Rating methodDescriptive estimate
ConfidenceMedium
SourceOfficial rating • United States • TMDB
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Viewer insight Shoebox Zoo is a 2004 TV series in the Sci-Fi & Fantasy / Drama category from Canada, United Kingdom. Created by Brian Ward and Justin Molotnikov. Starring Vivien Endicott Douglas and Simon Callow. Original language: English. An official trailer is available on this page. TMDB rating: 7.7/10.
Genre: Sci-Fi & Fantasy / Drama, Released in 2004, Original language: English, Production: Canada, United Kingdom, Starring Vivien Endicott Douglas and Simon Callow.
Episode runtime
25 min
Original language
English
Country of origin
Canada, United Kingdom
Type
TV Series
Seasons
2
Episodes
26
Status
Ended
First air year
2004
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Cast & crew
Vivien Endicott Douglas
Marnie McBride
Simon Callow
Wolfgang the Wolf (voice) / Hunter the Horse (voice)
Rik Mayall
Edwin the Eagle (voice)
Alan Cumming
Bruno the Bear (voice)
Siobhan Redmond
Ailsa the Adder (voice)
Jason Connery
Ross McBride
Peter Mullan
Michael Scot
David McKay
William McTaggart
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Bill Paterson
The Storyteller (voice)
Gordon Tootoosis
Nathaniel Stone
Natascha Girgis
Aurora Dexter
Tony Donaldson
Juan Roberto Montoya de Toledo
Yudii Mercredi
Kyle Stone
Paul Cœur
Bobby Campbell
Creators: Brian Ward, Justin Molotnikov, Claire Mundell
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1What is series Shoebox Zoo (2004)?
It is a series released in 2004 within the Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Drama, Action & Adventure category.
2What is the story of Shoebox Zoo?
Shoebox Zoo (2004) is a series in the Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Drama, Action & Adventure category on ShofHub. Explore the story, cast, rating, trailer, and official availability details.
3Can you watch Shoebox Zoo online?
The series does not currently show confirmed official online availability on the page.
4What is the rating of Shoebox Zoo?
It currently holds a TMDB rating of 7.7/10 based on 6 ratings.
5How many seasons or episodes does Shoebox Zoo have?
The series currently shows 2 seasons, 26 episodes.
6What kind of viewers is Shoebox Zoo best suited for?
A concept-led watch that blends mood and ideas, rewarding viewers who enjoy the world as much as the plot turns.
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