Bernard and Friends

Bernard and Friends is a hypothetical 2D animated series that would center on the same curious polar bear character as the existing computer-animated series. However, since the show would be designed in 2D animation, there may be some additional visual gags and jokes that could take advantage of this different medium. Additionally, the series might explore Bernard's friendships with Lloyd and Eva the penguins, Zack the lizard, and Goliath the chihuahua in greater detail than what is currently seen on the computer-animated show.

Plot:
The show would center on a curious polar bear named Bernard, whose bumbling slapstick antics and clumsiness typically result in the bear being knocked unconscious or being severely injured by the end of an episode. Bernard almost doesn't speak, but he does communicate through guttural sounds. Bernard’s friends include Lloyd and Eva the penguins, Zack the lizard, and Goliath the chihuahua.

Directed by:
José Luis Ucha Enríquez and Claudio Biern Lliviria

Development:
The show was created by Screen21, with the investment of the French broadcaster M6.

Animation:
2D cel animation

Episodes:
52

Broadcast:
The series would air on Cartoon Network's Sunday Pants block.

Home media:
The series would be released on DVD.

Controversy:
Since the show features a character who is often injured, some parents might feel that it is too violent for younger children.

International:
The series would air in South Korea as 빼꼼와 친구들 (Baekkomwa Chin-gudeul) and in Spain as Berni y sus amigos.

Cartoon Network description:
"Bernard is a curious polar bear whose bumbling slapstick antics and clumsiness typically result in the bear being knocked unconscious or being severely injured by the end of an episode. Bernard almost doesn't speak, but he does communicate through guttural sounds. Bernard’s friends include Lloyd and Eva the penguins, Zack the lizard, and Goliath the chihuahua."