The series is about five costumed toys come-to-life and their friend DJ Lance Rock. Its first episode premiered on Nickelodeon on August 20, 2007, as a part of its Nick Jr. block. The show is noted for its indie-culture guest stars and bands, drawing visual inspiration from 8-bit video games and H.R. Pufnstuf. In 2021 it was announced that the series would be revived for Apple TV+. The revival series, titled Yo Gabba Gabbaland! consists of 10 new episodes and premiered on August 9, 2024.