Good Night, Kids! (1970)

"Good night, kids!" is the No. 1 children's program in Russia. The show is now raising its fourth generation of viewers! This beloved children’s show has been on the air for an incredible 60 years! The first broadcast took place in 1964! Since then “Good Night, Kids!” has become a true record-holder in Russian television history. In 2016, the show welcomed a cheerful new spin-off: the daily morning series “Good Morning, Kids!”. The program blends puppet theater, performances by famous actors, TV hosts, and bloggers with modern animation, documentary clips, educational segments and exclusive premieres of popular cartoons and animated series. The main characters of the TV show are six puppets: Hrusha the Piglet, Stepashka the Bunny, Filya the Puppy, Karkusha the Crow, Mishutka the Bear and Mur the Tiger. Each character has a vibrant personality that reflects the world of a child. Kids see a bit of themselves in these characters, which helps them learn positive behaviors, human values, and new skills. Through playful storytelling, the program introduces children to the norms and values of modern society, teaches conflict resolution, fosters kindness, respect, and a proactive mindset, and stimulates curiosity. The hosts, actors, and beloved characters of the show appeared on the country's most popular television programs, receiving heartfelt congratulations on their anniversary. For over 60 years, families have gathered every evening to enjoy an educational skit or a cartoon together. This show has been a launchpad for numerous Russian animated projects, premiering cartoons that have become national favourites, such as "Dunno on the Moon", "Kikoriki", "Luntik", "Super Rally", "Super Rally. Mystery of Two Planets" and many others.