About
Wallace & Gromit is a beloved British stop-motion comedy franchise built around an eccentric cheese-loving inventor and his intelligent, wordless dog companion. Created by Oscar-winning filmmaker Nick Park and produced by Aardman Animations since 1989, the characters have become global cultural icons known for their wit, charm, and timeless appeal. The brand remains actively strong, with a major feature film released in late 2024 that achieved record-breaking viewership and critical acclaim, and an expanding universe spanning film, television, gaming, and merchandise.
Highlights
"Thirty-seven years of continuous cultural resonance with audiences across all ages and territories
Five Academy Award nominations across films, with three wins including Best Animated Feature
Most-watched animation on British television since records began: 21.6 million viewers in 28 days
Recent BAFTA double win for 2024 feature; multiple major award nominations across Oscars, Annie Awards and Critics Choice
Iconic handmade stop-motion aesthetic that commands premium positioning in licensing partnerships
Proven multi-category merchandise success spanning apparel, home goods, collectibles, jewellery and food partnerships"
Recent News
Sep 2025
Wallace & Gromit wins National Television Awards Special Recognition gong
Feb 2025
Vengeance Most Fowl wins double BAFTA for Animated Film and Children's Family
Jan 2025
Feature film Vengeance Most Fowl becomes BBC's most-watched animation since records began
Dec 2024








