DARRALL MACQUEEN Information

Multi-award-winning indie studio creating universally loved preschool and family franchises. Founders of global hits for Netflix, Apple TV, and CBeebies. Darrall Macqueen was founded in 2000 by former Walt Disney Company executives Maddy Darrall and Billy Macqueen. The studio originally built its reputation on massive 6-11’s CBBC hits like live weekend show Smile and sitcom Bear Behaving Badly. In 2011, the company executed one of the most successful strategic pivots in modern British television history, shifting its focus entirely toward premium, high-equity preschool content. By blending early-years psychology, bold live-action toddler dramas, and advanced visual effects, Darrall Macqueen has evolved into an indispensable creator of universally loved, multi-season global IP. Our content engages millions of young families across linear TV, major SVOD networks, and global YouTube channels. Our hit profile includes: -Global Streaming and YouTube Franchises: Teletubbies (the acclaimed 2015 re-boot) and Netflix's multi-season animation Chip and Potato. -Live-Action Toddler Dramas: Massive CBeebies hits Waffle the Wonder Dog and Topsy and Tim. -VFX & Animation Innovators: Apple TV's Lovely Little Farm and the Broadcast Award-winning Baby Jake. From local UK broadcaster roots to global streaming syndication, Darrall Macqueen is now uniquely poised to capitalise on the next era of digital content. As platforms demand trusted, brand-safe, and highly compliant programming, our deep-rooted public service values provide the ultimate competitive edge. By fusing these rigorous standards with our proven track record for massive digital footprints and toy merchandising, we are executing a bold digital acceleration - unlocking enormous financial and creative returns in the modern media landscape as we continue to shape the future of early-years entertainment.