Buddi

Buddi
Created by	Jason Jameson
Written by	Barbara Slade Jason Jameson Robert Milne Karen Ullmann Paul Laikin Naima Vogt
Directed by	Robert Milne Karen Ullmann
Voices of	Greta Jameson Ralf Jameson Clementine Laikin Felix Laikin
Composer	Jon Griffin
Country of origin	United Kingdom China
Original language	English
No. of seasons	2
No. of episodes	16
Production
Executive producers	Graham Appleby Keith Chapman Erica Darby Morgan Francis Mara Leighton Alan Ross Adam Stanhope
Producers	Tony Hal Paul Laikin Guo Xiang
Running time	12-13 minutes
Production companies	Frog Land Productions GCI Film Shanghai Motion Magic Spider Eye Inc. Unanico
Distributor	Netflix
Release
Original network	Netflix
Picture format	HDTV 1080p
Audio format	Stereo
Original release	March 20 (2020-03-20) – September 11, 2020 (2020-09-11)

Buddi is a children's animated streaming television series created by Jason Jameson for Netflix that won an Annie Award nomination in 2021 (Best TV/Media -- Preschool). It is also shown on Australian TV network ABC. The plot revolves around the Buddis consisting of Cini, Vihi, Iso, Kelta and Puna. The names are derived from Finnish language; Cini (sini) meaning blue, Vihi meaning green, Iso translates as Big, Kelta meaning Yellow and Puna meaning Red. The series premiered on March 20, 2020.

Second season was released on September 11, 2020.

Characters

• Cini is a happy, jolly, squishy little bubble bag. The most cheerful and enthusiastic Buddi. Like Iso’s horn or Vihi’s light, Cini also has a special skill, in his case being able to make images appear out of the top of his head using his Thought Bubble. The leader of the Five. He's 1 year old.

• Vihi is the youngest, most sensitive, emotional and compassionate Buddi. Vihi moves around on six dainty legs, making her a highly creative dancer and an excellent swimmer. From the top of her head, Vihi shines a bright light that not only amplifies her emotions but can also be used as a handy torch. Vihi can be shy and timid, and sometimes a little fearful. She's 4 years old.

• Puna is the most protective, responsible and cautious Buddi. Being the tallest, Puna can often spot problems ahead from his bird’s eye view. Nothing makes Puna happier than being close to Kelta, and together this endearing sibling duo often find solutions to the challenges that face the Buddis. He's 5 years old.

• Kelta - riding high on his big brother’s shoulders, Kelta is a curious young Buddi with a hand that’s always reaching out for a new adventure. Kelta often tests his independence but, after a while, truly misses his big brother, and will throw his arm around loyal Puna when they are re-united. He's 2 years old.

• Iso is the oldest, largest and speediest Buddi. Iso has a tendency to act cheeky and show off. Iso’s emotional reactions and ability to communicate are often expressed through the horn that stands proudly on her side. Iso can even make her horn let out a fart sound if it will lead to a heap of Buddi giggles. She's 6 years old.

Episodes

Season		Episodes		Originally released
	1	8		January 14, 2020 (2020-01-14)
	2	8		September 11, 2020 (2020-09-11)

Season 1 (2020)

No. overall	No. in season	Title	Original release date
1	1	"Seed / Hole"	March 20, 2020 (2020-03-20)
2	2	"Lost Marble / Mirror"	March 20, 2020 (2020-03-20)
3	3	"Leaf / Nest"	March 20, 2020 (2020-03-20)
4	4	"Puzzle / Maze"	March 20, 2020 (2020-03-20)
5	5	"Gooey Ball / Rocks"	March 20, 2020 (2020-03-20)
6	6	"Pool / Fruit"	March 20, 2020 (2020-03-20)
7	7	"Whistle / Bubble"	March 20, 2020 (2020-03-20)
8	8	"Little Bug / Paint"	March 20, 2020 (2020-03-20)

Season 2 (2020)

No. overall	No. in season	Title	Original release date
9	1	"See-Saw / Glowpods"	September 11, 2020 (2020-09-11)
10	2	"Hollow Log / Birthday"	September 11, 2020 (2020-09-11)
11	3	"Sandcastle / Shadow"	September 11, 2020 (2020-09-11)
12	4	"Tickle / Sneeze"	September 11, 2020 (2020-09-11)
13	5	"Stream / Rainbow"	September 11, 2020 (2020-09-11)
14	6	"Star / Mudcake"	September 11, 2020 (2020-09-11)
15	7	"Sound Nut / Engine"	September 11, 2020 (2020-09-11)
16	8	"Snow (Double Length Episode)"	September 11, 2020 (2020-09-11)

Release

Buddi was released on March 20, 2020 on Netflix.

External links

• Buddi on Netflix
• Buddi at IMDb