The series chronicles the exploits and adventures of Oggy, a blue cat whose life is constantly interrupted by three cockroaches. The show employs silent comedy: characters either do not speak or use unintelligible vocalizations and gestures. It premiered in September 1998 on France 3, and later expanded internationally. The series ended in January 2019, having released seven seasons in over two decades. In September 2020, a reboot series was announced, entitled Oggy and the Cockroaches: Next Generation.