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Animated Series Based on ‘Barry Loser’ Books in Development

Updated 2026-10-19 08:40 UTC 1 source Neutral

The award-winning children’s book series 'Barry Loser' is being adapted into an animated series by U.K. and Italian producers, with the project set to be pitched at Rome's MIA Market.

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‘Barry Loser’ Animated Series, Based on Bestselling U.K. Children’s Books, Finds Italian Partners Ahead of Rome’s MIA Market (EXCLUSIVE)

“Barry Loser,” the award-winning, million-selling children’s book series from creator Jim Smith, is being adapted into an animated series by the U.K.’s Big Little Fish Television and Italian co-producer Frog Head. It’s one of the projects that will be pitched to industry reps during the newly launch

2026-10-19 08:30 UTC