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Duration
15 minutes
Series Info
Season 1 Episode 3 of 26

Quick Summary

The programme follows Joey, a kangaroo who is unable to skip. It tells the story of this unique creature and his inability to skip, presenting his experience in a simple narrative that highlights his singular challenge and invites viewers to consider his perspective.

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The programme titled The Story of Joey the Kangaroo is presented as an episode‑length feature. Classified simply as a programme of the episode genre, it centres on a single narrative rather than a series of unrelated sketches. The format suggests a concise, self‑contained tale that can be enjoyed in one sitting. At its heart, the episode follows Joey, a kangaroo whose defining characteristic is an inability to skip. Unlike the typical image of a hopping marsupial, Joey finds himself unable to perform that particular movement. The story revolves around this unusual limitation, highlighting the contrast between what is expected of a kangaroo and Joey’s unique circumstance. The focus remains on Joey’s experience of not being able to skip, offering viewers a glimpse into a world where even familiar animals can possess unexpected quirks. By keeping the narrative tightly bound to this single trait, the episode maintains a clear and straightforward premise. No additional characters, settings or sub‑plots are introduced; the content stays firmly rooted in the simple, yet distinctive, concept of a kangaroo who cannot skip.

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64 Zoo Lane broadcasts on Sky Kids at 5:45am, Friday, 13 February 2026. (Subtitles)

Channel Numbers:
Sky HD783Sky609Virgin707

Production Details

Runtime11 mins