Disney Junior’s “Mickey Mouse Funhouse,” a whimsical animated series for pre-schoolers and their families debuts on the channel on Monday, 15 November at 17:30 on Disney Junior, DStv channel 309. “Mickey Mouse Funhouse” continues the Disney Junior legacy of highlighting Disney’s #1 star, Mickey Mouse, and his pals Minnie, Donald, Daisy, Goofy and Pluto.
The series introduces a new character, Funny, an enchanted talking playhouse voiced by Harvey Guillén (“What We Do in the Shadows”), who takes them on adventures to unique lands that inspire the imagination, introducing a whole new generation to the captivating world of these beloved characters. The series guest cast includes Jenifer Lewis (ABC’s “black-ish”) and GRAMMY® Award nominee Mickey Guyton.
Christine Service, Senior Vice President & General Manager for The Walt Disney Company Africasays,“We look forward to showcasing new fun-filled adventures with Mickey Mouse and friends in this series that looks to encourage young viewers to explore and expand their imaginations”.
Geared to kids ages 2-7 and their families, “Mickey Mouse Funhouse” will feature two 11-minute stories with a midway dance break separating the two. The series will demonstrate imaginative play, encourage wish fulfilment and impart age-appropriate social and emotional lessons about friendship, creativity and ingenuity. The series has already been renewed for a second season, which will feature new, exciting guest voice cast in addition to an already impressive line-up.
The series premieres with the episode “Mickey the Brave”, where Mickey Mouse and his pals meet new friend Funny, an enchanted talking playhouse, who leads them on adventures to anywhere their imagination can take them. Funny transports the gang to the Kingdom of Majestica, where they encounter Farfus, a dragon who’s been causing trouble in a village.
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