Paramount Global’s Nickelodeon has acquired Mr. Crocodile, a new animated kids series based on the beloved French children’s book Monsieur Crocodile a Beaucoup Faim (Mister Crocodile Is Very Hungry) by author Joann Sfar and published by Gallimard.
The series, produced by Sfar’s Magical Society and distributed by Mediawan Kids & Family, with the participation of Nickelodeon and France Télévisions, will air globally on Nick Jr. channels, as well as on France Télévisions in France.
Mr. Crocodile follows “the toothy, loveable Mr. Crocodile” and his best friend, the human girl Daisy, “as he cheerfully navigates life with boundless enthusiasm and comical misunderstandings due to his instinctive crocodile logic,” according to a show description. “New to a diverse and lively mobile home community, Mr. Crocodile lives with Daisy, and they split their time between her Mom and her Dad’s homes. Together, they turn everyday activities into zany adventures as they share an unconditional acceptance of each other’s approach to life.”
Said Layla Lewis, senior vp, global acquisitions and content partnerships at Nickelodeon: “This delightful series brings the charm and adventure of Joann Sfar’s original book to a new generation of viewers, emphasizing our commitment to delivering engaging and entertaining content for kids.”
Mr. Crocodile
Courtesy of Nickelodeon
Added Julien Borde, president of Mediawan Kids & Family: “We are delighted to collaborate with Nickelodeon to introduce Mr. Crocodile to audiences around the globe. Joann Sfar’s Magical Society has assembled an exceptional international team of passionate talent to bring to life this innovative story, conceived by one of France’s most creative and prolific artists.”
Sfar is also known for his bestselling illustrated book Little Vampire and his adaptation of the French literary classic The Little Prince.
Mr. Crocodile was developed by Simon Nicholson and Sfar. Rachel Lipman serves as executive producer alongside producers Aton Soumache, Sfar, Rachel Lipman, and Cédric Pilot. Max Goodman and Lynsey O’Callaghan serve as the executives in charge for Nickelodeon.