Fireman Sam

Fireman Sam (1987- )

RunningAnimation showComedy, Children

Fireman Sam is an animated comedy children's television series about a fireman called Sam, his fellow firefighters, and other townspeople in the fictional Welsh rural town of Pontypandy (a portmanteau of two real towns, Pontypridd and Tonypandy, which are situated approximately 5 miles (8.0 km) apart in the South Wales valleys). The original idea for the show came from two ex-firemen from Kent, who took their idea to artist and writer Rob Lee who developed the concept, and the show was later commissioned by S4C.

Fireman Sam first appeared in Welsh on S4C as Sam Tân in 1987, and later that year in English on BBC1. The original series finished in 1994, and a new series that expanded the character cast commenced in 2005. The series was also shown in Gaelic in Scotland, where it was known as Sam Smalaidh. The series was sold to over 40 countries and has been used across the United Kingdom to promote fire safety.

Networks
ScheduleMonday to Friday (daily) at 06:45 (10 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S15E39Beaver BlackoutNov 18, 2024
S15E38Perfect Pioneer TeaNov 15, 2024
S15E37Great Reading RescueNov 14, 2024
S15E36Country Market ChaosNov 13, 2024
S15E35Wild SnapsNov 12, 2024
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Fireman Sam premiere?

Fireman Sam premiered in 1987.

Who created Fireman Sam?

Fireman Sam was created by Dave Gingell and David Jones.

In which country was Fireman Sam originally produced?

Fireman Sam was originally produced in the United Kingdom.

Which animation studio produced Fireman Sam?

Fireman Sam was produced by Bumper Films and Hibbert Ralph Entertainment.

Who voiced the character of Fireman Sam?

John Alderton provided the voice of Fireman Sam.

What is the name of the town where Fireman Sam takes place?

The town where Fireman Sam takes place is called Pontypandy.

What is the name of Fireman Sam's fire engine?

Fireman Sam's fire engine is called Jupiter.

Who is Fireman Sam's boss at the fire station?

Station Officer Steele is Fireman Sam's boss at the fire station.

What is the name of the lady who runs the local shop in Pontypandy?

The name of the lady who runs the local shop in Pontypandy is Mrs. Price.

What is the name of the naughty boy who likes to cause trouble in Pontypandy?

The naughty boy who likes to cause trouble in Pontypandy is called Norman Price.

What kind of animal is Tom Thomas' pet?

Tom Thomas' pet is a helicopter named Wallaby One.

Who is Fireman Sam's best friend?

Fireman Sam's best friend is a dog named Dusty.

What is Elvis Cridlington's job at the fire station?

Elvis Cridlington is a firefighter at the fire station.

What is the name of the local mountain in Pontypandy?

The name of the local mountain in Pontypandy is called Pontypandy Mountain.

What is Fireman Sam's catchphrase?

Fireman Sam's catchphrase is "Fireman Sam, always on the scene."

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Characters

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Also known as

  • Sam, a tűzoltó (Hungary)

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