Cartùns
Though our roots are in documentaries, our founder and CEO is also an award-winning playwright. This passion for storytelling has led us to the world of animation, where we’re bringing bold and uniquely Scottish stories to life—one frame at a time.
The Rejects
Animated Series
(in paid-development)
The Rejects, an adult animated comedy co-developed with Emmy-winning executive producer Rick Mischel (Rick & Morty, Solar Opposites) and BAFTA-winning writer Julie Bower (So Awkward).
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The series follows Dr. John Watson as he embarks on a time-traveling journey of self-discovery and redemption. Heartbroken after learning that Sherlock Holmes faked his death to live happily with Moriarty, Watson sets out to prove his worth by solving the greatest mystery Sherlock couldn’t: the “Mystery of the Old One.” Along the way, he assembles an unlikely team of historical sidekicks and misfits—each cast aside by their so-called heroes. From Friar Tuck, a jovial optimist outshined by Robin Hood, to Tantor, a reluctant elephant enslaved by Tarzan, and the fierce but scarred Aiyana, who once trusted Peter Pan, The Rejects find strength in their shared rejection. Together, they unravel the sinister ties between these heroes’ manipulations and growing, world-ending threats.
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The series has secured development funding from Screen Scotland, alongside an LOI from OUTtv. Though our sidekicks have been rejected by their heroes, The Rejects are swiftly being accepted by international production partners led by our award winning creative team. ​
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Audience: Adults (16+ years)
Format: 10 x 30'
2D Animation
Flavio
Animated Feature
(in paid-development)
Flavio is a warm-hearted Italian immigrant with a mysterious past who dreams of creating the world’s best gelato—right in front of Glasburgh Castle. With the help of Archie, a young Scottish-Ghanaian boy with a passion for ice cream, and Valerie-Hazel, an aspiring aviator determined to defy expectations, Flavio navigates saboteurs, eccentric rivals, and the looming threat of war to win the Golden Scoop Competition. Their adventures celebrate diversity, courage, and the power of following your dreams.
Created by Kristina Tsenova, a Glasgow-based 2D and 3D artist, art director and visual development artist in educational games and kids media. Written by Cecile Durel, a Glasgow-based playwright and screenwriter whose work has been supported by the Playwright’s Studio Scotland and recognised at the St. Andrews Playwriting Awards, Flavio brings a rich tapestry of cultures and talents to the screen. Produced by Audain Thompson (Hidden Kingdom) and Bonnie & Braw Cartùns, the project was selected for Screen Scotland’s prestigious First Features Fund and has secured early development funding to refine its script and story - promising to scoop hearts worldwide with its heartfelt storytelling, visually rich world, and universal themes.
Audience: Family (8+ years)
Format: 90-minute animated feature film
3D Animation
Animated Series
(in paid-development)
Agley the mouse
Agley is a cheeky and curious mouse with ADHD and autistic traits who spends his days making mistakes—and learning from them—at the museum he calls home, with help from his adopted family. His adventures celebrate curiosity, kindness, and second chances.
Selected for Move Summit’s inaugural Big MOVE Pitch, the project quickly secured development funds from Screen Scotland and an LOI from a Canadian broadcaster, paving the way for an exciting co-production partnership. Agley’s story is already tickling whiskers, with the series being written by one of the writers of Hey Duggee and featuring Bob Harris as the voice of one of the characters.
Audience: 4-7 years (bridge)
Format: 52 x 7'
Mixed media style