Potatoes and Dragons

Potatoes and Dragons
Company type	Television series
Industry	Animation, Entertainment
Founded	2004
Founder	Jan Van Rijsselberge
Area served	France, Canada, United States, United Kingdom
Products	Animated television show
Parent	Alphanim, CINAR Corporation (season 1), Cookie Jar Entertainment (season 2)

Potatoes and Dragons is an animated television show developed by Jan Van Rijsselberge for Canal J, France 3, and Teletoon. The production was handled by Alphanim alongside CINAR Corporation for the first season and Cookie Jar Entertainment in the second season, collaborating with DQ Entertainment, LuxAnimation, and Europool. The storyline revolves around a potato kingdom ruled by King Hugo III, who continuously attempts to defend his realm from a dragon, often leading to comical failures. In the United States, the series was broadcast on This TV until September 2010, while in the United Kingdom it aired on ITV 1.

Characters

King Hugo III – The potato kingdom’s ruler, known for his quick temper and obstinate nature. He frequently confronts the dragon, growing frustrated by its persistent fiery assaults. King Hugo tends to be harsh toward his subjects, particularly Harry, his chief torturer, whom he often reprimands for incompetence. Voiced by Danny Wells.

Harry – Serving as the king’s somewhat forgetful torturer and assistant, Harry carries out the king’s unpleasant orders.

Knights – Each episode features a different knight—ranging from fighters to inventors—who pledges to kill or tame the dragon, usually motivated by the desire to win Princess Melody’s hand or other incentives. Most knights encounter resistance from King Hugo or end up banished.

Melody – A fair-haired princess devoted to protecting the dragon and opposing any harm directed at it. She receives numerous marriage proposals from knights and responds with either delight or disdain. She shares a close bond with Dragon and is never harmed by his flames. Voiced by Carrie Finlay.

Riri – The jester of the court and central protagonist who harbors affection for Melody. He plays a key role in safeguarding Dragon by foiling assassination plots. Riri frequently mocks Juju and was once unintentionally burned by Dragon. Voiced by Mark Hauser.

Juju – A youthful castle resident who supports Riri and maintains friendship with Dragon. Known for playing tricks and teasing King Hugo, Juju helps defend Dragon against the king’s plans. Despite being accidentally scorched by Dragon once, their friendship remains strong. Voiced by Annie Bovaird.

Dragon – A tranquil dragon reluctant to accept any royal authority who often directs fiery blasts at King Hugo without provocation. Though unable to speak, Dragon communicates through various sounds and shares close relationships with Melody, Juju, and Riri, sparing them from harm except in accidental instances. Uniquely, Dragon can emit flames through images or electronic devices. Voiced by Mark Camacho.

Merlin – The king’s devoted but clumsy magician whose spells frequently backfire on Hugo himself. Merlin aids Melody, Riri, and Juju in defending Dragon from threats. Voiced by John Vamvas.

Roger the Talking Carrot – An advisory carrot figure who discloses Dragon’s vulnerabilities to knights but otherwise serves mainly to irritate them occasionally. Voiced by John Locke.

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