Chuggington comes to Playhouse Disney

Disney Channel Schedules Chuggington for U.S. Debut | Animation Magazine: "Train-oriented British animation series Chuggington has scheduled its first stop in the United States, premiering Jan. 18 on Playhouse Disney.

The CG series about three friends who learn to explore work and play in a safe world is targeted at kids 3-6. Created by a team that includes Sarah Ball, director and writer of Bob the Builder, and Don Toht, a former exec at Learning Curve, the series debuted in September 2008 on BBC 2 and in January 2009 on CBeebies in the U.K.

The series also has been a ratings success in France, Australia, Germany, Japan and Canada"
--from Animation Magazine

Yup, it's true. Playhouse Disney has a new baby. The site launched today and the show premiere is January 18 at 10:30/9:30c. Tune in to the adventures of Brewster, Koko, and Wilson.