Planet Lulin
| Company type | Television series |
|---|---|
| Industry | Entertainment |
| Founded | January 1, 2024 |
| Founder | Melanie Sano |
| Headquarters | Melbourne , Australia |
| Products | Children's television series |
Planet Lulin is an Australian children's sci-fi comedy television show consisting of ten episodes, created by Melanie Sano. It debuted on ABC Me on 1 January 2024.
Plot
The narrative centers on Lulin, a 12-year-old girl who is half-human and half-alien from Astorad, possessing developing extraterrestrial abilities. She is pursued by the Megaheads, an intergalactic enemy tracking her energy signature while capturing fellow Astoradians and exiling them to the Void. Alongside her friends Henri and Spider, Lulin strives to master her powers and compete in the SCI-BOG school science contest. Her distinctive conduct draws the scrutiny of her competitor, Verjonica.
Cast
- Nina Gallas as Lulin O'Hara
- Uma Dumais as Henri
- Max Turner as Spider
- Lisa McCune as Ezme
- Kevin Hofbauer as Ken
- Cassie Robb as Bestro, Primo and Suprimo
- Carlee Clements as Verjonica
- Sasha Mandler as Maddison
- George Rayias as Addison
- Jonathan Tsembas as Javin
- Zachary Ruane as Mr Shantell
- Carrisa Lee as Principal Cruz
- Don Bridges as Mr McFoggerty
Production
Originally known under the working titles F.A.N.G and Galaxy Girl, the series secured significant funding from Screen Australia alongside backing from VicScreen.
The production team includes producers Pennie Brown and Antje Kulpe, with executive producers Emma Fitzsimons from Princess Pictures, Mary-Ellen Mullane of ABC, and Gill Carr representing Moody Street Kids. The series was created and scripted by Melanie Sano.
Filming began in June 2023 in Melbourne’s north-western suburbs.
Release
Planet Lulin launched on ABC Me on 1 January 2024, with episodes broadcast weekdays at 5 pm. All ten episodes were made available simultaneously on ABC iview starting from the premiere date.