Recent Episodes
Episode | Name | Airdate |
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S01E30 | When There Was a Big Mix-Up | May 12, 1975 |
S01E29 | When Custard Got Too Near the Bone | May 5, 1975 |
S01E28 | When a Knight Lost His Day | Apr 28, 1975 |
S01E27 | When the Pipes Call the Tune | Apr 21, 1975 |
S01E26 | When Roobarb Got a Long Break | Apr 14, 1975 |
Frequently Asked Questions Warning: Spoilers
When did Roobarb and Custard premiere?
Roobarb and Custard premiered on September 21, 1974.
What inspired the creation of the show?
The creator of Roobarb and Custard, Grange Calveley, was a fan of the comic strip 'Marmaduke and His Friends' which featured a dog experiencing various misadventures.
What was the animation style used in the show?
Roobarb and Custard was made using a unique style of animation called 'scratchboard'.
Who composed the theme tune for the show?
The theme tune for Roobarb and Custard was composed by Johnny Hawksworth.
What was Roobarb's profession?
Roobarb didn't have a profession as he was a dog.
Which studio produced the show?
Roobarb and Custard was produced by Bob Godfrey's studio.
What kind of animal was Custard?
Custard was a pink cat.
What was Roobarb's favorite thing to do?
Roobarb loved to imagine exciting adventures.
How did the creators of the show come up with the name "Roobarb"?
The name "Roobarb" was chosen because it was an anagram of "Barburo", the name of a dog owned by the show's creator, Grange Calveley.
What was the average length of each episode?
Each episode of Roobarb and Custard was approximately five minutes long.
Did the show have any dialogue?
Yes, the show had occasional dialogue, but most of the action was conveyed through the use of sound effects and music.
Who provided the voice for Roobarb in the show?
Roobarb did not have a voice actor as the show relied mainly on sound effects and music to convey the story.
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