Aardman-Animations-Limited Company Profile

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Company Name

Aardman Animations Limited

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Website

www.aardman.com

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Established Date

1972

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Headquartered

Bristol, United Kingdom

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Market Position/ History

Aardman Animations was founded in 1972 by Peter Lord and David Sproxton, initially producing the beloved character Morph for the children’s program "Take Hart." The studio gained fame with the Academy Award-winning "Wallace & Gromit" franchise, notably "The Wrong Trousers," and continued to create hits like "Chicken Run" and "Shaun the Sheep." In 2018, Aardman became employee-owned, securing its creative independence for the future. The studio is deeply rooted in Bristol, where it has positively impacted the local community, including fundraising initiatives through Wallace & Gromit’s Grand Appeal. Today, Aardman is involved in animated entertainment, expanding its reach through films, television, games, and interactive media.

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Sales Area

Worldwide

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Competitors

• Paramount Global
• Walt Disney Studios
• Toei Animation Co
• Warner Bros. Discovery Inc.
• Studio Ghibli, Inc.

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Ownership Type

Private

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Contact Information

Gas Ferry Road, Bristol, BS1 6UN

Tel: (0)117 984 8485

Product

Product Description

Animation

Aardman Animations, offers distinctive stop-motion and clay animation techniques. The studio has created iconic characters and films, including Wallace & Gromit, Shaun the Sheep, and Chicken Run.

• Stop Motion
  • Feature Films:
    • Chicken Run: Dawn of the Nugget
    • Shaun the Sheep Movie: Farmageddon
    • Early Man
    • Chicken Run
    • The Pirates! In an Adventure with Scientists!
    • Wallace & Gromit: The Curse of The Were-Rabbit
  • Shorts:
    • Wallace & Gromit: The Wrong Trousers
    • I Am Your Mother (Star Wars: Visions Volume 2)
    • Robin Robin
  • Series:
    • Shaun the Sheep: Adventures from Mossy Bottom
    • The Very Small Creatures
    • The Epic Adventures of Morph
    • Timmy Time
    • Creature Comforts
• CGI
  • Feature Films:
    • Arthur Christmas
    • Flushed Away
• Series:
  • Lloyd of the Flies
• 2D
• Series:
  • Adventures of ArachnoFly
• Console Games
  • Games:
    • Chicken Run: Eggstraction
    • 11-11: Memories Retold
    • Home Sheep Home
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Latest News

March, 2024

Aardman Creates New Shorts for BBC 'Things We Love' Campaign

Aardman has launched six animated shorts for the BBC's ‘Things We Love’ campaign, featuring real audience voices paired with charming stop-motion characters. Directed by Rich Webber, the first three films showcase families loving Casualty, MasterChef, and Race Across the World. These films will air on BBC One and other platforms throughout 2024.

April, 2024

Immersive Innovation: Crafting Stop Motion Magic with VR Technology

Aardman is integrating VR technology into its storytelling process. Darren Dubicki emphasizes how VR enhances set design and collaboration, particularly during the COVID pandemic while working on Chicken Run: Dawn of the Nugget. This innovative approach allows for a seamless blend of traditional stop motion and digital enhancements.

May, 2024

Aardman Launches 'Shaun the Sheep & Friends' FAST Channel

Aardman has launched the ‘Shaun the Sheep & Friends’ FAST channel on Xumo Play, with future plans for VIZIO WatchFree+ and Samsung TV Plus in the U.S. The free ad-supported channel features family-friendly content, including classics like Shaun the Sheep and Wallace & Gromit, aiming to inspire future animators.

May, 2024

Aardman and Thatchers Cider Collaborate on New Campaign

Aardman and Thatchers Cider have unveiled a series of stop-motion commercials celebrating sports, featuring pint-sized models at Thatchers' Myrtle Farm. Directed by Magdalena Osinska, the ads highlight craftsmanship in cider-making and will air during major sporting events, creating a heartwarming narrative for audiences.