Get ready for mayhem to the max because Emu, the eponymous puppet with a penchant for pecking is returning to CITV’s screens this October! See how all the anarchy and mischief began in a brand new live action comedy series that is set to thrill a new generation of children.

This is essentially ‘Emu the early years’ with a flapping fresh, young and brilliant blue Emu taking centre stage. Join everyone’s favourite feathered friend, on his adventures! Close calls with beady eyed security guards and scheming, money grabbing neighbours, Emu stays unflappable with sidekick and best friend Toby, who will be assuming the role of a young, unforgettable, Rod Hull.

Nobody’s head was in the sand when Emu hit the screens in the 70’s, the heady days of entertaining primetime audiences of over 11 million. But we are here, thirty years on and Emu is ready to return to the spotlight alongside Toby, the son of the late and great Rod Hull. Toby, a trained actor, has already appeared with Emu in two high profile pantomimes.

Aimed at 6 - 11 year olds the series is telling the story of the strangest flat share in history - its The Odd Couple meets Laurel & Hardy tarred and feathered! Toby and Emu have moved into a new flat. But with a ‘no pets allowed’ policy in the building, Emu and Toby, along with best friend neighbours, Charlie and Dani, must all work together and trick the evictors!

However, Ken Cole the suspicious security man is always lurking! With a stern eye and his trusty note pad of rules and regulations, Ken not only knows the score, he lives it!

Emu must also keep his wits about him for a second reason. Sneaky Sophie lives next door to our flightless hero. She is obsessed with Emu and is forever thinking up ways to turn her feathered neighbour into crisp, folding cash for herself!

Christopher Pilkington says, “Having worked with Rod Hull in the past it is a particular thrill and pleasure to be reacquainted with the extraordinary Emu. I am delighted to be working with Toby and bringing Emu to a brand new audience. Chat show hosts be warned - the beak is back!”

With loads of slapstick laughs and crazy comedy potential, Emu is the perfect mix of anarchy, pecking, nostalgia…and a little more pecking!