Vanishing Point animated sitcom coming to CBBC
- Vanishing Point is a 26-part animated comedy series for CBBC
- The show follows four teens living in a seaside town that is overrun by ordinary-looking objects with bizarre powers
BBC Studios has announced Vanishing Point, a new animated comedy action series for children aged 8+.
The 26-part series, which is being made in conjunction with France Télévisions, has been created by Tom Gran and Martin Woolley, writers and directors who has previously worked on pilots such as Rajesh Finess and Lone Wolves.
Vanishing Point, which will air in the UK on CBBC, follows a group of four teens whose world is turned upside-down when their town is overrun by ordinary-looking objects with bizarre, unpredictable powers.
Set in the shabby seaside town of Vanishing Point, the series introduces Ivy, Cole, Zefi, and Splash who become unlikely heroes as they unravel the mystery of the objects alongside Bernie, a secretive - and mostly grumpy - junkyard proprietor and expert in the strange objects.
They make a formidable team, secretly protecting the town from the dangers and mayhem of the supernatural objects which are thought to have extra-dimensional power trapped inside.
Whether hunting down a fridge magnet that manipulates metal objects to cause chaos, or a bow tie which compels the wearer to reveal their innermost thoughts, every episode is a new adventure full of surprises, teamwork and fun.
Meanwhile, there are sinister inter-dimensional agents on a quiet mission to drain the town of its cosmic energy.
Cecilia Persson, managing director of BBC Studios Kids & Family, says: "Vanishing Point offers a fresh perspective on action-driven storytelling that we can't wait to share with audiences around the world. We are passionate about creating shows that resonate with children worldwide and it has been invaluable having CBBC and France Télévisions as solid supporters of Vanishing Point from the very early stages. Working alongside Watch Next Media and Kavaleer Productions represents the best in coproduction - blending creative ingenuity with commercial expertise to produce a show that perfectly balances quirky humour, action and mystery."
Commissioner Sarah Muller comments: "Families are set to be captured by the twists and turns of the adventures of the teen characters in Vanishing Point. This comedy animation series demonstrates our unwavering commitment and investment in the global animation industry."