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Duration
5 minutes
Series Info
Season 2 Episode 25

Quick Summary

Odo and Doodle set about building a bug hotel to provide shelter for a bunch of homeless beetles. Meanwhile, Louie and Bud find the presence of the “creepy crawlies” unsettling and make clear that they do not like them at all.

About This Program

The Bug Hotel is a programme presented as an episode, falling under the simple, light‑hearted genre typical of short televised segments. Its title suggests a focus on insects, and the format is that of a self‑contained story rather than a series or feature film. In this particular episode, the characters Odo and Doodle take on the task of constructing a tiny hotel specifically for a group of beetles that have nowhere else to go. Their effort is aimed at providing shelter for these homeless insects, turning an ordinary space into a makeshift residence for the beetles. Meanwhile, the other two characters, Louie and Bud, react quite differently. They find the presence of the beetles unsettling and are clearly uncomfortable with what they refer to as “creepy crawlies.” Their dislike creates a noticeable contrast to Odo and Doodle’s enthusiasm for the project. The episode therefore centres on the juxtaposition of Odo and Doodle’s goodwill in building a safe haven for the beetles and Louie and Bud’s aversion to the insects. This simple conflict drives the narrative, highlighting both the act of creating a bug hotel and the mixed feelings it provokes among the characters.

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Odo broadcasts on 5 +1 at 9:55am, Friday, 13 February 2026. (Subtitles, repeat)

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Production Details

Runtime5 mins