Beethoven
originally aired on CBS
The series was produced by Northern Lights Entertainment and Universal Cartoon Studios. Dean Jones, who played Dr. Varnick in the film, voiced the role of George Newton. Nicholle Tom was the only cast member from the film to reprise her role in the series.
Beethoven has a speaking voice in the animated series Free Willy. The same plot was used in another animated series where main character also could talk.