Today I learned that one of Australia’s most successful television exports centers around… a kangaroo! “Skippy the Bush Kangaroo” features an exceptionally smart kangaroo capable of opening doors, using a radio, and picking up various objects. From 1968 to 1970, the show captivated 300 million viewers across 128 countries, including three seasons and a movie.

One thought on “TIL one of the most successful Australian television exports is about … a kangaroo. ‘Skippy the Bush Kangaroo’ is unusually intelligent, able to “open doors, operate a radio and pick up all manner of objects”. 300 million people in 128 countries watched three seasons and a movie from 1968 to 1970.”

  1. That’s such a fun fact! Skippy the Bush Kangaroo really captured the imagination of viewers around the world. It’s fascinating how a show about a kangaroo became such a global sensation. Skippy’s cleverness and the bond between her and the human characters were unique for the time, and it’s a testament to the creativity of Australian television. It would be interesting to see how the show’s themes resonate today, especially with the ongoing conversation about animal intelligence and conservation. Do you have a favorite moment or episode from the show?

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