Teletubbies - Again, Again (S1E18)
The Teletubbies love the Tubby Custard Ride that makes music — and yummy custard — and has fun, flashing lights! So they ask to go on it again and again.
| Air Date | 2022-11-14 |
|---|---|
| Genres | Kids, Animation |
| TV Rating | TV-Y |
| Network(s) | Netflix |
Storyline
In this episode, the Teletubbies discover the Tubby Custard Ride, a colorful machine that combines music, flashing lights, and the production of their favorite treat: Tubby Custard. The four friends—Tinky Winky, Dipsy, Laa-Laa, and Po—take turns climbing aboard the ride, which spins and plays cheerful melodies while dispensing bowls of custard for them to enjoy. Each Teletubby delights in the sensory experience of the ride's lights and sounds.
True to the episode's title, the Teletubbies are so enchanted by the Tubby Custard Ride that they want to experience it over and over. They enthusiastically ask to go "again, again," repeating the cycle of riding, receiving custard, and giggling with joy. The episode celebrates the simple pleasure of repetition and the happiness that comes from sharing a favorite activity with friends, all set in the bright, whimsical world of Teletubbyland.
What parents say
Parents often note that Teletubbies episodes like this one are designed specifically for very young toddlers, with their slow pacing, bright colors, and heavy use of repetition. Many parents appreciate that the show mirrors how their own children enjoy repeating favorite activities and phrases, making it developmentally appropriate for the one-to-three age range. The simple storylines and lack of conflict provide a calm, gentle viewing experience that doesn't overstimulate.
Some parents have expressed that the repetitive nature of the series can be tedious for adults watching alongside their children, though they acknowledge this repetition serves an educational purpose for toddlers learning language and routines. Parents have also complimented the show for its inclusive, non-verbal communication style and the way it celebrates small, everyday joys. A few parents mention that the Tubby Custard scenes sometimes prompt their children to ask for snacks, which can be both endearing and challenging depending on the timing.
What kids learn
This episode reinforces the concept of repetition as a source of comfort and learning for very young children. Toddlers naturally seek out repeated experiences as they master new skills and build understanding of their world. By watching the Teletubbies joyfully request the same ride again and again, children see their own behavior reflected and validated, learning that it's perfectly normal to want to repeat enjoyable activities.
The episode also introduces early lessons about taking turns and sharing experiences with friends. Each Teletubby waits for their opportunity to ride, and all four share in the excitement and the custard that results. This models patience and the joy of communal experiences, even in a very simple, age-appropriate way.
Additionally, children are exposed to cause and effect: the Teletubbies engage with the ride, and it produces music, lights, and custard in response. This helps toddlers begin to understand that actions have predictable outcomes. The sensory elements—bright flashing lights, cheerful music, and the visual appeal of colorful custard—also support sensory development and attention skills in the youngest viewers.
Parents' top 5 questions
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Is the repetitive nature of this episode actually beneficial for my toddler? | Yes, repetition is a key learning tool for toddlers. Young children build understanding and language skills by experiencing the same words, actions, and sequences multiple times. This episode mirrors how toddlers naturally learn, making it developmentally appropriate. The Teletubbies' enthusiastic requests to go "again, again" validate your child's own desire for repetition, which helps them feel understood and supports cognitive development through predictable patterns. |
| Is there any educational content in an episode about riding the same ride repeatedly? | While the plot is simple, the episode teaches several foundational concepts. Children observe cause and effect as the ride produces music, lights, and custard. They see turn-taking and sharing as each Teletubby waits for their ride. The repetition itself reinforces language patterns and sequencing skills. For very young toddlers, these basic social and cognitive lessons are age-appropriate educational content, even if they seem elementary to adult viewers. |
| Will the flashing lights on the Tubby Custard Ride be overstimulating for my child? | The flashing lights in Teletubbies are generally gentle and colorful rather than rapid or strobing. The show is designed for very young children and avoids harsh visual effects. However, every child has different sensory sensitivities. If your toddler seems uncomfortable or overstimulated by the lights, you can watch together and gauge their reaction, or choose episodes with less visual activity. Most children in the target age range handle the show's sensory elements well. |
| My child now asks for snacks every time we watch Tubby Custard scenes. How should I handle this? | It's common for toddlers to associate the colorful custard with their own snack time. You can use this as an opportunity to establish routines, perhaps offering a small healthy snack during or after the show if it fits your schedule. Alternatively, explain that the Teletubbies have their special food and we have ours at snack time. This helps children begin to distinguish between screen content and real-life routines while still acknowledging their interest. |
| Is this episode appropriate for children under two years old? | Teletubbies is specifically designed for children as young as one year old, and this episode's simple, gentle content fits that target audience. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends limiting screen time for children under two, but if you choose to allow some viewing, Teletubbies offers age-appropriate, slow-paced content. Co-viewing and talking about what happens on screen can enhance the experience and support early language development for very young toddlers. |
Writing
Directing
| Season # | Episode # | Episode Name |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | The Tubby Custard Machine is making Tubby Custard bubbles — lots and lots of bubbles. And the Teletubbies are having fun chasing and popping them! |
| 1 | 2 | The Teletubbies wait for delicious Tubby Toast, then wait for Dipsy to come down the Dup Dup to answer the Tubby Phone and lead them in a dance. |
| 1 | 3 | The Teletubbies form a pop group and make music for everyone, with Dipsy on drums, Laa-Laa on trumpet, Po on piano and Tinky Winky on the mic! |
| 1 | 4 | The Teletubbies take turns saying hello and giving each other big hugs. Then they say hello to the flowers. Friendship is fun! |
| 1 | 5 | Tubby Custard goes everywhere when Laa-Laa brings a big orange ball down into Home Dome. Good thing the Noo-Noo is there to clean it up! |
| 1 | 6 | When the Tubby Phone rings, Dipsy comes down on the Dup Dup to answer it — then Dipsy goes back up again! Time for the Dipsy Tubby Phone Dance! |
| 1 | 7 | The Teletubbies run races, and each has a chance to win. Later, when the Tubby Phone rings, there's a race to reach it, too! |
| 1 | 8 | The Teletubbies play choo-choo and take turns being in front before following the Tubby Custard Machine on a spinny, bubbly Tubby Custard Ride! |
| 1 | 9 | After a fun waving game with the adorable Tiddlytubbies, the Teletubbies say goodnight and wave their little friends off to Sleepybyes. |
| 1 | 10 | The Tubby Custard Machine takes the friends on a Tubby Custard Ride that splats Tubby Custard all over the walls — and the Teletubbies, too! |
| 1 | 11 | It's party time! The Teletubbies celebrate with balloons, noisemakers and lots of sparkles before visiting the Tiddlytubbies and doing a fun party dance. |
| 1 | 12 | A funny joke makes Tinky Winky, Laa-Laa and Po laugh — but not Dipsy. When Dipsy does a silly dance though, the Teletubbies all laugh together. |
| 1 | 13 | When the Tubby Phone flashes purple, Tinky Winky answers and leads the Tubby Phone Dance! Later, the friends watch the Tiddlytubbies fall asleep. |
| 1 | 14 | Tinky Winky keeps standing between Laa-Laa and the beautiful flowers — but Laa-Laa likes looking at Tinky Winky just as much. |
| 1 | 15 | Tinky Winky, Dipsy, Laa-Laa and Po do a roundy round dance that's so much fun they all fall down! Will the Tiddlytubbies like it, too? |
| 1 | 16 | The Teletubbies stand up straight to see who's the tallest and who's the shortest. Then, Tinky Winky and Po play a game with the Tiddlytubbies! |
| 1 | 17 | Tinky Winky puts Dipsy's hat inside the red bag, then the Noo-Noo vacuums them both up! Later on, the Teletubbies do a suitcase dance. |
| 1 | 18 | The Teletubbies love the Tubby Custard Ride that makes music — and yummy custard — and has fun, flashing lights! So they ask to go on it again and again. |
| 1 | 19 | Po makes funny sounds with the levers and buttons inside Home Dome. Then the Tubby Phone rings, sparking a silly Tubby Phone Dance! |
| 1 | 20 | After conga dancing over the hills, the friends conga into Home Dome to answer the Tubby Phone and do a special conga Tubby Phone Dance! |
| 1 | 21 | Four Teletubbies, four flowers — and four pieces of Tubby Toast! Counting to four is fun, especially when you're counting with friends. |
| 1 | 22 | The Teletubbies are tired after doing lots of exercise to stay fit. But after eating some Tubby Custard, they're ready for action again! |
| 1 | 23 | Tinky Winky can't sleep and goes outside to play so he doesn't disturb his friends. But his noisy footsteps on top of Home Dome wake them up instead! |
| 1 | 24 | When a red balloon floats into Teletubbyland, Po leads the Tubby Phone Dance in a special episode that's all about Po's favorite color. |
| 1 | 25 | Eh-oh! Dipsy's hat has fallen into a puddle and gotten wet. But soon the sun shines, the wind blows and Dipsy's hat is dry again! |
| 1 | 26 | The friends do a brand-new dance, first in pairs and then all together. The Teletubbies love dancing — and they love each other very much! |
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