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Is Dennis the Menace coming back?

Dennis the Menace (1996–1998) — comedy · children on BBC One

The answer: Concluded May 7, 1998.
Dennis the Menace poster
Genre
Comedy · Children
Network / streamer
BBC One
Premiered
April 2, 1996
Ended
May 7, 1998
Runtime
~25 min per episode
2seasons

About Dennis the Menace

Dennis the Menace ended on May 7, 1998, on BBC One. The show was a family comedy series that aired from 1996 to 1998, featuring animated adventures of the comic character Dennis the Menace and his dog Gnasher. It followed the misadventures of Dennis, a mischievous boy who enjoyed outwitting his rivals Walter and Matilda, often resorting to pranks and humorous antics. The series was structured around the classic family sitcom format, with Dennis frequently causing chaos for authority figures including his parents, the neighbor The Colonel, and Beanotown's policeman, Sgt Slipper. The show was a children's comedy that showcased the playful and rebellious spirit of Dennis, staying true to the comic's origins. It was divided into two seasons, each comprising 13 episodes, with the final episode titled "Monster Menace" airing in May 1998. The series was animated and aimed at a young audience, capturing the humor and charm of the original Beano comic strip. Richard Pearce starred as Dennis, and Kerry Shale provided the voice for Gnasher. The show did not have a rated score available on TVMaze. Each episode had a runtime of approximately 25 minutes.

Dennis the Menace cast

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