Die Fraggles 

The adventures of the various inhabitants of an underground civilization.

Creator:

Jim Henson

Stars:

Karen Prell, Gerard Parkes, Kathryn Mullen

4 wins & 3 nominations.

Cast

Series cast summary:
Gerard Parkes	...	Doc (96 episodes, 1983-1987)
Steve Whitmire	...	Sprocket the Dog / ... (96 episodes, 1983-1987)
Dave Goelz	...	Boober Fraggle / ... (96 episodes, 1983-1987)
Terry Angus	...	Muppet Performer / ... (96 episodes, 1983-1987)
Jerry Nelson	...	Gobo Fraggle / ... (95 episodes, 1983-1987)
Karen Prell	...	Red Fraggle / ... (95 episodes, 1983-1987)
Tim Gosley	...	Muppet Performer / ... (94 episodes, 1983-1987)
Kathryn Mullen	...	Mokey Fraggle / ... (93 episodes, 1983-1987)
Cheryl Wagner	...	Muppet Performer / ... (90 episodes, 1983-1987)
Bob Stutt	...	Muppet Performer / ... (89 episodes, 1983-1987)
John Pattison	...	Muppet Performer / ... (86 episodes, 1983-1987)
Richard Hunt	...	Junior Gorg / ... (68 episodes, 1983-1987)
Lee Armstrong	...	Muppet Performer / ... (62 episodes, 1983-1986)
Sandra Shamas	...	Muppet Performer / ... (59 episodes, 1984-1987)
Rob Mills	...	Junior Gorg / ... (58 episodes, 1983-1987)
Fulton Mackay	...	Captain (UK version) (48 episodes, 1983-1984)
Tom Vandenberg	...	Muppet Performer / ... (48 episodes, 1983-1985)
Patricia Leeper	...	Ma Gorg / ... (46 episodes, 1983-1987)
Myra Fried	...	Muppet Performer / ... (43 episodes, 1983-1986)
Gord Robertson	...	Pa Gorg / ... (39 episodes, 1983-1987)

Storyline

Doc and his dog Sprocket have a hole in their wall, behind which live little furry creatures known as Fraggles in a place called Fraggle Rock. The Rock is also home to the Doozers (who are knee-high to a Fraggle) and the Gorgs (who are giants that think they rule the Rock). One gang of Fraggles (Gobo, Mokey, Wembley, Boober, and Red), under the guidance of the all-knowing Trash Heap (Marjorie), learn about each other and their neighbors and eventually befriend the Doozers, the Gorgs--and even Doc and Sprocket. Meanwhile, Gobo's Uncle Matt explores Outer Space (our world) and sends postcards to his nephew about the Silly Creatures (that's us).

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Plot Keywords:

dog | electronic music score | surrealism | cult tv | workshop | 

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Genres:

Animation | Adventure | Comedy | Family | Fantasy | Musical

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Certificate:

TV-Y

Details

Country:

Canada Norway Denmark UK USA

Language:

English Danish Norwegian

Release Date:

10 January 1983 (USA)

Also Known As:

Fraggle Hill

Filming Locations:

CBC Studios, Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Company Credits

Production Co:

Canadian Broadcasting Corporation (CBC), Danmarks Radio (DR), Familien TV Danmark

Technical Specs

Runtime:

30 min (96 episodes)

Sound Mix:

Stereo

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

1.33 : 1

Did You Know?

Trivia

An animated series based on the show aired on NBC Saturday mornings.

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Quotes

Pa Gorg: Son, it's time we had a talk.
Junior Gorg: Oh boy! Is this *that* talk?
Pa Gorg: Yes. It's time you've learned how to rule the universe.
Junior Gorg: Oh, this is *that* talk.

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Connections

Referenced in Little Britain: Episode #3.6 (2005)

User Reviews

Jim Henson genius.

Jim Henson has produced some of the finest family entertainment ever. 'The Muppets' and 'Sesame Street' are fine examples of this and so is 'Fraggle Rock'. Fraggle Rock is entertainment of the highest order. Packed with great characters and great music, this is one of the finest family shows ever made in America and perfect for children and adults alike unlike 'Barney and Friends' or 'Teletubbies' which are neither amusing or suitable for children in any way. But the 'Muppets and 'Fraggle Rock' are ideal entertainment for all ages. Come on then let's sing along!

Dance your cares away. Worries for another day. Let the music play. Down at Fraggle Rock!!