Friends and Heroes is an animated Christian children’s television program that airs on TBN, Smile of a Child TV, and was also shown on BBC TV. It takes place from 69–71 AD, during the First Jewish–Roman War. There are three seasons or “series”, each comprising 13 episodes: Season 1 is set in Alexandria, Egypt; Season 2 in Jerusalem and Season 3 in Rome. The series was created by Brian D. Brown and Eric J. Danenberg, who also worked on The Storykeepers. Gary Kurtz, the producer for season one, also produced American Graffiti, Star Wars, and The Empire Strikes Back. Starting with the second season, the show is produced in HD.
Faith tag: Family
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Auto-B-Good
Auto-B-Good is a 2005–2006 American animated children’s television series. The series features short stories set in the fictional City of Auto, in which all the citizens are cars. The program is explicitly designed to teach children lessons in moral character and values. Auto-B-Good was produced by Wet Cement Productions. The show was shown on certain PBS stations on PBS Kids before moving to Smile of a Child/TBN until early 2019.
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The Donut Man
Dan the Donut Man follows Dan Cole – self-proclaimed “Donut Daddy” and Chief Donut Development Engineer at Dunkin’ – as he travels across America in search of culinary inspiration for his innovative, outrageous and sometimes unhinged donuts. After soaking up each city he visits, Dan heads back to his Donut Lab, where he translates those experiences and flavors into two wild donut concepts. Armed with his creations, he returns to the city for taste tests with locals, who determine which donut best represents their hometown. Some donuts will have fans drooling while others may have them scratching their heads – but they’ll all have everyone talking about Dan the Donut Man.
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Pahappahooey Island
Ali, an adventurous little girl, and her furry friends embark on a new adventure as they sing, laugh, and explore their way through their colorful Island, learning valuable and hilarious lessons along the way. Pahappahooey Island’s unique combination of talented puppeteers, catchy songs, heartwarming stories and imaginative design results in a timeless and relevant children’s classic.
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Jungle Beat
Jungle Beat is a fun, family friendly series of CGI animated, self-contained, dialogue-free, 5 minute episodes focusing on different animals and the bizarre situations they encounter in nature. From the Firefly who’s afraid of the dark, to the giraffe with a stiff neck, this wholesome series aims to entertain and delight young children, and their families! Remember when kids were kids and playing meant grass burns, bare feet and muddy faces? That is the world Jungle Beat exists in. It is innocent, positive and uplifting. It makes the world feel like a better place. It encourages community, acceptance and celebrates the individual.
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The Wingfeather Saga
The Wingfeather Saga is a series of nine children’s fantasy novels written by singer-songwriter Andrew Peterson. It is being adapted into a seven-season animated television series by Angel Studios, with Peterson as an executive producer along with J. Chris Wall. Production of the show has been funded by equity crowdfunding. The first season aired from December 2, 2022 to March 10, 2023. The second season aired from April 5, 2024 to May 17, 2024. The third season started airing on November 12, 2025. The series proper consists of On the Edge of the Dark Sea of Darkness, North! Or Be Eaten, The Monster in the Hollows, and The Warden and the Wolf King.
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When Calls the Heart
A Hallmark Channel original series. Single mother Elizabeth leans on her friends for support as she balances motherhood with work. Romantic opportunities arise as Faith and Carson assess their feelings, Jesse and Clara take steps in securing their bond, and Abigail reconnects with a mysterious artist from her past. Lee and Rosemary deal with an emotional issue that challenges their relationship. As for the rest of the town, Bill considers an opportunity that cements his place as Hope Valley’s ultimate authority, Henry Gowen reclaims his position among Hope Valley’s society, and handsome new Mountie Nathan Grant comes to town. The saloon gets a makeover when Lucas Bouchard, a charming gambler with secrets arrives on the scene. Finally, Elizabeth will continue to teach the children of Hope Valley – and although there are potential suitors interested in her, being the best mom she can be is