Popetown

Popetown (2005)

EndedAnimation showComedy

Popetown is a controversial animated sitcom, billed by its producers as "Father Ted meets South Park", following the doodles and scribblings of a student at school during a lesson. His drawings depict the life of Father Nicholas, who lives in a Vatican City parody referred to as "Popetown". He is charged with being the handler for the Pope (who is always referred to by his title, and never given any name) who is a complete nincompoop with the emotional and mental maturity of a four-year-old. Father Nicholas must keep the Pope out of trouble, and make sure the general public does not find out that the Holy Father is a drooling idiot. Other characters include a priest who is a sexual deviant, and a trio of corrupt cardinals who secretly run Popetown and attempt to get rich behind the Pope's back. These and other elements caused the show to be extremely controversial.

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Scheduleevery Wednesday at 21:30 (30 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E10Derby DayAug 10, 2005
S01E09Day TripAug 3, 2005
S01E08Career OpportunityJul 27, 2005
S01E07A Family AffairJul 22, 2005
S01E06The Beautiful GameJul 13, 2005
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

Popetown premiere?

Popetown premiered on June 3, 2005.

Who are the creators of Popetown?

The creators of Popetown are Jo Stone and Peter Osbourne.

What is the premise of Popetown?

Popetown is a stop-motion animated sitcom that takes place in the Vatican where the Pope and his colorful cardinals live and work.

Who are some of the main characters in Popetown?

Some of the main characters in Popetown include the Pope, Cardinal Glickman, and Father Nicholas.

What is the controversy surrounding Popetown?

Popetown was initially banned in several countries due to its satirical portrayal of the Catholic Church.

How many episodes of Popetown were produced?

Only 10 episodes of Popetown were produced.

Who provided the voice for the Pope in Popetown?

The voice of the Pope in Popetown was provided by Jerry Hall.

What is the animation style used in Popetown?

Popetown used stop-motion animation.

What was the reception of Popetown among critics?

Popetown received mixed reviews from critics, with some praising its humor and satire while others found it offensive.

Was Popetown broadcasted in the United States?

Popetown was not broadcasted in the United States due to the controversy surrounding the show.

What is the network that aired Popetown in the United Kingdom?

Popetown aired on BBC Three in the United Kingdom.

Why was Popetown canceled after only one season?

Popetown was canceled after only one season due to the controversy and backlash from religious groups.

What is the running time of each episode of Popetown?

Each episode of Popetown has a running time of approximately 30 minutes.

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Also known as

  • Папский городок (Russian Federation)

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