animated series
An animated series, or a cartoon series, is a set of Animation, animated films with a common title, usually related to one another. These episodes typically share the same main heroes, some different secondary characters and a basic theme. Series ...
distributed by
Angel Studios
Angel Studios, Inc. is an American independent Christian media company and Film distributor, film distribution studio based in Provo, Utah. It operates the Over-the-top media service, over-the-top video on demand, video on-demand service Angel. ...
and produced by Tuttle Twins Show LLC, based on the book series of the same name by Connor Boyack. First released on June 30, 2021, the series follows twin siblings Ethan and Emily Tuttle, who travel through space and time with their grandmother Gabby to meet historical figures and learn lessons about topics related to economic freedom and
anti-communism
Anti-communism is Political movement, political and Ideology, ideological opposition to communism, communist beliefs, groups, and individuals. Organized anti-communism developed after the 1917 October Revolution in Russia, and it reached global ...
.
Premise
The series involves 11-year-old Cuban-American twin siblings Ethan Tuttle and Emily Tuttle and their grandmother Gabby. In most episodes, Gabby uses a modified
wheelchair
A wheelchair is a mobilized form of chair using two or more wheels, a footrest, and an armrest usually cushioned. It is used when walking is difficult or impossible to do due to illnesses, injury, disabilities, or age-related health conditio ...
to take the twins, a
raccoon
The raccoon ( or , ''Procyon lotor''), sometimes called the North American, northern or common raccoon (also spelled racoon) to distinguish it from Procyonina, other species of raccoon, is a mammal native to North America. It is the largest ...
named Derek, and (in Season 3) a robot named Ro-Burt on adventures (often through time) in which they meet famous individuals, historical figures, or other characters and learn lessons in order to fill the fuel container on Gabby's wheelchair with a liquid substance called "knowledge juice" so they can return home.
Characters
Main
* Ethan Tuttle (voiced by Jonny Vance) is Emily's twin brother and Gabby's grandson. In several episodes, it is mentioned that he has IBS.
* Emily Tuttle (voiced by Alex Hall in half of season 1, Sara Johnson in seasons 1-3) is Ethan's twin sister and Gabby's granddaughter.
* Gabby (voiced by William Lucas) is Ethan and Emily's maternal grandmother. She is a first-generation
Cuban-American
Cuban Americans ( or ) are Americans who immigrated from or are descended from immigrants from Cuba. As of 2023, Cuban Americans were the fourth largest Hispanic and Latino Americans, Hispanic and Latino American group in the United States aft ...
. She uses a wheelchair time machine to take herself, her twin grandchildren, and her raccoon Derek to different time periods, and in some cases, different dimensions. Her full name is Gabriella Villanueva De Los Santos Ron Pablo Jones.
* Derek (voiced by Alex Elkin) is a
raccoon
The raccoon ( or , ''Procyon lotor''), sometimes called the North American, northern or common raccoon (also spelled racoon) to distinguish it from Procyonina, other species of raccoon, is a mammal native to North America. It is the largest ...
who accompanies Ethan, Emily and Gabby on their time-traveling adventures. In a few episodes, he makes appearances as a superhero named Dark Dumpster Derek. In "Wonky Wages", the Tuttles see a younger version of Gabby find what appears to be a younger version of Derek in
Havana
Havana (; ) is the capital and largest city of Cuba. The heart of La Habana Province, Havana is the country's main port and commercial center.
Recurring
* Copernicus (voiced by Blake Brust) is a friend of the Tuttle twins who is characterized as not being the brightest.
* Karinne (voiced by Natalie Madsen) is the series' main antagonist. She regards
Karl Marx
Karl Marx (; 5 May 1818 – 14 March 1883) was a German philosopher, political theorist, economist, journalist, and revolutionary socialist. He is best-known for the 1848 pamphlet '' The Communist Manifesto'' (written with Friedrich Engels) ...
as her idol, and her red uniform is a reference to the flags of communist countries. It is implied in some episodes that she secretly has feelings for Ethan, which she denies.
* Mr. Tuttle (voiced by Corey Landis) is Ethan and Emily's father.
* Mrs. Tuttle (voiced by Rachel Strauss-Muniz) is Ethan and Emily's mother.
libertarian
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children's books titled ''The Tuttle Twins'', which is written by its president Connor Boyack:
* ''The Tuttle Twins Learn About The Law''
* ''The Tuttle Twins and the Miraculous Pencil''
* ''The Tuttle Twins and the Food Truck Fiasco''
* ''The Tuttle Twins and the Creature from Jekyll Island''
* ''The Tuttle Twins and the Road to ''
* ''The Tuttle Twins and the Golden Rule''
* ''The Tuttle Twins and the Search for Atlas''
* ''The Tuttle Twins and their Spectacular Show Business''
* ''The Tuttle Twins and the Fate of the Future''
* ''The Tuttle Twins and the Education Vacation''
* ''The Tuttle Twins and the Messed Up Market''
* ''The Tuttle Twins and the Leviathan Crisis''
Angel Studios
Angel Studios, Inc. is an American independent Christian media company and Film distributor, film distribution studio based in Provo, Utah. It operates the Over-the-top media service, over-the-top video on demand, video on-demand service Angel. ...
raised $4.6 million in equity crowdfunding to produce an animated series based on the ''Tuttle Twins'' books. The series is produced in association with Harmon Brothers.