Alison Steadman to star in new Milkshake! series ‘Stan & Gran’
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Banijay Kids & Family, a global leader in children’s entertainment, has announced that beloved British actress, Alison Steadman OBE, will voice the indomitable character of Grumblestunk in new animated series, Stan & Gran. The new title was commissioned by 5’s Milkshake! and Nick Jr. UK and is set to launch on Milkshake! 10th November and on Nick Jr. UK in 2026.
Stan & Gran (Banijay Kids & Family)
Co-produced by Tiger Aspect Kids & Family (part of Banijay Kids & Family), Jollywise, and Xentrix Studios, the CG-animated series is distributed by Banijay Kids & Family Distribution. It follows the mystery-busting adventures of Stan Breakwater, a curious and excitable young nature lover, and his fun-loving, dynamic Gran, as they investigate the strange goings-on in the fictional British coastal village of Porthole. Blending humour and intrigue with factual entertainment, Stan & Gran highlights themes of discovery, exploration, nature, science, and inter-generational relationships. Comedy legend, Alison Steadman (Life Is Sweet, Secrets And Lies, Here we Go, Gavin & Stacey), will star as the curmudgeonly shopkeeper Grumblestunk, who often adds a dash of mischief to each mystery. She stars alongside Charlie Oscar and Julie-Ann Dean, who respectively voice the investigating titular characters, Stan and Gran.
I’ve had a lifelong passion for wildlife, I can spend hours watching the birds in my garden. So, when Stan & Gran came along, I just fell in love with Porthole and the funny and relatable characters – especially Grumblestunk and her somewhat nefarious ways! The show’s all about being outside and celebrating nature, what’s not to love about that!
-Alison Steadman, OBE
It is such an honour to be working with the very talented Alison Steadman to bring Stan & Gran to life with her unique blend of fun and energy that perfectly captures the character of Grumblestunk. It’s a brilliant performance that is sure to captivate our Milkshake! audience and we simply can’t wait to share it with them!
-Louise Bucknole (SVP, Kids & Family UK & Ireland, Paramount)
I’ve long admired Alison Steadman’s talent, from her standout role as Candice Marie in Nuts in May to iconic characters like Beverly in Abigail’s Party and Pam in Gavin & Stacey. When casting for the show, Alison was at the top of our wish list and we were thrilled when she accepted the role of village bad-girl, Grumblestunk. Watching her inhabit the role with such gusto has had us in stitches during voice recordings – she delivers pure magic.
-Jon Mason (Series Creator/Founder, Jollywise)
The 52 x 11’ series, created by Jon Mason, is written by Howard Read (Danger Mouse, Horrible Histories, Deep in the Bowl), produced by Peter Griffiths (LEGO: Nexus Knights, Rosie’s Rules, The Ocean Calls), and directed by Simone Giampaolo (Only a Child, Bad Dinosaurs, The Legends Family Adventure, Obki the Eco Alien). Natalie Adams and Jon Mason serve as Executive Producers.
Stan & Gran is set to launch on Milkshake! 10th November and on Nick Jr. UK in 2026