ZZZap!

ZZZap! (1993-2001)

EndedScripted showComedy, Children

ZZZap! was a British children's television comedy programme. The concept of the show was a giant comic that has been brought to life. The show ran from 8 January 1993 until 21 September 2001, and was produced by The Media Merchants and Meridian Broadcasting. A spin-off titled 'Cuthbert's Diary' was also produced.

Network
Scheduleevery Monday at 16:00 (15 min)

Last Episode

Episode 15
Season 10Episode 1515 min

Episode 15

Sep 21, 2001

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S10E15Episode 15Sep 21, 2001
S10E14Episode 14Sep 20, 2001
S10E13Episode 13Sep 19, 2001
S10E12Episode 12Sep 18, 2001
S10E11Episode 11Sep 17, 2001
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

ZZZap! premiere?

The first episode of ZZZap! aired on January 8, 1993.

Who were the four main characters in ZZZap!?

The four main characters in ZZZap! were Smart Arty, Cuthbert Lilly, The Handymen, and Tricky Dicky.

What was Smart Arty's role in the show?

Smart Arty was the resident artist on ZZZap! who would draw pictures that would come to life.

What role did Cuthbert Lilly play on the show?

Cuthbert Lilly was a schoolteacher on ZZZap! who would teach viewers about different topics.

Can you tell me more about The Handymen on ZZZap!?

The Handymen, or "Handy and Andy," were two hand puppets who would perform various skits on ZZZap!.

What was Tricky Dicky's role on ZZZap!?

Tricky Dicky was a magician on ZZZap! who would perform magic tricks and illusions.

Was ZZZap! geared towards a specific age group?

Yes, ZZZap! was geared towards children in the 6-12 age range.

Where did ZZZap! take place?

ZZZap! took place in a fictional television studio called the "Zzzap! TV Centre."

How long did episodes of ZZZap! typically last?

Episodes of ZZZap! were approximately 25 minutes long.

What other shows were on air during the same time period as ZZZap!?

Other shows that aired around the same time as ZZZap! include "Patrol Island," "Superhuman Samurai Syber-Squad," and "The Adventures of Pete and Pete."

Did ZZZap! receive any awards or nominations?

No, ZZZap! did not receive any notable awards or nominations.

Cast

Sophie Aldred

Sophie Aldred

plays Minnie the Mini Magician
Richard Waites

Richard Waites

plays Cuthbert Lilly, Tricky Dicky
Neil Buchanan

Neil Buchanan

plays Smart Arty
Sarah Pickthall

Sarah Pickthall

plays The Handymen
Deborah McCallum

Deborah McCallum

plays Daisy Dare
Claire Macaulay

Claire Macaulay

plays Daisy Dare
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Characters

Minnie the Mini Magician

Minnie the Mini Magician

played by Sophie Aldred
Cuthbert Lilly

Cuthbert Lilly

played by Richard Waites
Tricky Dicky

Tricky Dicky

played by Richard Waites
Smart Arty

Smart Arty

played by Neil Buchanan
The Handymen

The Handymen

played by Sarah Pickthall
Daisy Dare

Daisy Dare

played by Deborah McCallum
Daisy Dare

Daisy Dare

played by Claire Macaulay
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