Pelezinho is a Spanish animated cartoon series co-produced in 1996 by Antena 3,[1] Anima Dream, Worldwide Cartoons, Anima Dream, Worldwide Cartoons. The series is based on the popular Brazilian footballer Pelé as a child, having the same concept as the 1977 comic book of the same name, although having no relation to it.[2]

Pelezinho
GenreChildren's television series
Country of originSpain
Original languageSpanish
No. of seasons1
No. of episodes52
Production
Running time22 minutes
Production companiesAnima Dream and Worldwide Cartoons
Original release
NetworkAntena 3

The cartoon was aired in Brazil in 1998 by the children's TV show Angel Mix on Rede Globo. The series currently is considered lost media.

Plot

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The show focuses on the fictional adventures of Pelé as a 12-year-old boy who was born in the Brazilian favelas, in addition to playing on the national team's football team, also travels the world having adventures facing villains with his best friend Neusa and his pet dog Rex.

References

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  1. ^ Pelé tendrá un 'alter ego' animado en una nueva serie coproducida por Antena 3
  2. ^ Marcus Ramone (5 April 2007). "Pelezinho: a história de um craque dos gibis". Universo HQ.