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Little Bill

  • TV Series
  • 1999–2004
  • TV-Y
  • 30m
IMDb RATING
6.3/10
2.7K
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Xavier Pritchett in Little Bill (1999)
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A smart, inquisitive five-year-old boy explores what life is like with the help of his big imagination.A smart, inquisitive five-year-old boy explores what life is like with the help of his big imagination.A smart, inquisitive five-year-old boy explores what life is like with the help of his big imagination.

  • Creator
    • Bill Cosby
  • Stars
    • Phylicia Rashad
    • Xavier Pritchett
    • Gregory Hines
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  • IMDb RATING
    6.3/10
    2.7K
    YOUR RATING
    • Creator
      • Bill Cosby
    • Stars
      • Phylicia Rashad
      • Xavier Pritchett
      • Gregory Hines
    • 31User reviews
    • 1Critic review
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 6 wins & 8 nominations total

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    Phylicia Rashad
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    • 1999–2004
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      • 2000–2004
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      • 2001–2003
      Leila Danette
      • Emmaline
      • 1999–2003
      • Creator
        • Bill Cosby
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      User reviews31

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      BetterInBlackAndWhite

      Charming!

      This is a really sweet, charming cartoon based on Bill Cosby's childhood. The animation is unique and evocative of the era. I especially love the relationship between Little Bill and his great-grandmother, whom he calls Alice the Great. A nice little family show.
      nikab82

      Excellent Cartoon

      Little Bill teaches kids to be kids. I think it is also a positive portrayal of Black families.

      It shows a strong family bond. I don't think it is stupid at all
      jacquieashear

      AN ABSOLUTE JOY!!

      ADORABLE!! INTELLIGENT!!! FUNNY!!! My 2 year old adores it and I do as well. First of all... the artwork (animation) is incredible. Fabrics literally come to life! The characters are compassionate, loving, and teach children and adults alike the values of family, friendship, education and creativity. The themes are beautifully written and the lessons learned are invaluable. What a lucky boy Little Bill is to have such a wonderful family. We also own all his books and my son loves them equally. I recommend this series and the books to children and adults alike. Thank you Mr. Cosby and all involved in this wonderful show!
      justmeinc

      A Rare Treat

      A wonderful, realistic depiction of a family living in the city, this show takes it's time with human interactions in a way that is refreshing and enjoyable. There seems to be no end of realistic topics that are covered. I highly recommend it. It is the best thing I have watched with children in years.

      Little Bill's older sister and bother are great kids; but they lose their patience, get tired and grouchy, snip at each other while the mother patiently but firmly guides their actions, sometimes leaving decisions to the three of them to work out. Little Bill's friends in school reflect the diversity of the city while the teacher's role reflects the challenges and rewards of the job.
      Brock17

      Cosby does it again.

      Bill Cosby, with his clean way of getting things across does it again. But this time with a children show, parents can now let their children watch tv without fear once more. Back in the early 90's tv was great to watch, it was clean and pure and focused on good family values, but in the late 90's it has started to deteriorate, but with good shows like this for the children to watch, who knows ;)

      Summary: Good for the children, the adults will tolerate it, teens don't watch this show at all.

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      • Trivia
        Bill Cosby's son Ennis was murdered in 1997, his character Little Bill was based on his son.
      • Connections
        Referenced in Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade (2004)

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      Details

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      • Release date
        • November 28, 1999 (United States)
      • Countries of origin
        • United States
        • South Korea
        • Russia
      • Language
        • English
      • Also known as
        • Nhóc Bill Đáng Yêu
      • Production companies
        • Lifetime Studios
        • Nick Jr. Productions
        • Nickelodeon Animation Studios
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      • Runtime
        • 30m
      • Color
        • Color
      • Sound mix
        • Stereo
      • Aspect ratio
        • 1.33 : 1

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