Quick Summary
In this Wild Mutations episode, the Lemmings obtain a mysterious Mayan disc imbued with magic. The disc’s enchanted power instantly alters their biology, converting the small rodents into mutant versions of themselves. Consequently, the formerly ordinary lemmings are transformed into mutated creatures.
About This Program ✦
Wild Mutations is a programme presented in an episode format, falling squarely within the genre of a self‑contained story. The title hints at unusual changes, and the series is built around singular, often extraordinary events that unfold within each instalment. In this particular episode the focus is on a group of lemmings who come into possession of a mysterious artefact – a magical disc of Mayan origin. The disc’s enchantment is the catalyst that triggers a dramatic shift, turning the otherwise ordinary lemmings into mutants. The narrative follows the moment they acquire the disc and the immediate consequences of its power. The magical Mayan disc is portrayed as an object steeped in ancient mystique, its properties clearly linked to the transformation it induces. Its influence is swift and unmistakable, reshaping the lemmings’ physical form and marking the transition from their natural state to a mutated one. The episode centres on this singular change, using the disc as the pivotal device that drives the story forward. By the episode’s conclusion, the lemmings have fully embraced their new mutant identities, a direct result of the disc’s magical effect. The story remains tightly focused on this cause‑and‑effect relationship, offering a concise look at how a single, enchanted object can alter the fate of its holders.
Grizzy and the Lemmings broadcasts on BBC Two Wales HD at 7:10am, Saturday, 7 February 2026. (Subtitles, repeat)


