Wallace & Gromit's Cracking Contraptions

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  • 2002
  • 1 Season

Wallace & Gromit's Cracking Contraptions is a stop-motion animated series created by Aardman Animations. It features the lovable inventor Wallace and his faithful canine companion Gromit as they build and test a variety of outlandish contraptions. Each episode focuses on one of Wallace's inventions, which he builds with the hopes of making their daily lives more convenient or solving a specific problem. However, these contraptions rarely work as intended, causing all sorts of comical mishaps and misunderstandings.

The show's animation is meticulously crafted, with every detail carefully sculpted and painted by hand. The characters move with a charmingly jerky motion that is characteristic of stop-motion animation, and the settings are full of quirky details that bring Wallace and Gromit's world to life.

Despite the often chaotic nature of Wallace's inventions, there is a certain sense of whimsy and joy that pervades the series. Wallace and Gromit's dynamic is warm and affectionate, and their never-ending pursuit of innovation and fun is infectious.

One of the keys to the show's enduring appeal is its ability to appeal to both children and adults. While young viewers will enjoy the slapstick humor and colorful visuals, older audiences will appreciate the clever references and subtle jokes that are peppered throughout each episode.

Overall, Wallace & Gromit's Cracking Contraptions is a delightful showcase of Aardman Animations' signature style and humor. Fans of the Wallace and Gromit franchise, as well as new viewers, are sure to enjoy the lovable duo's latest series of wacky inventions and misadventures.

Wallace & Gromit's Cracking Contraptions is a series that is currently running and has 1 seasons (10 episodes). The series first aired on December 6, 2002.

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Shopper 13
10. Shopper 13
October 14, 2002
It's just a short nip to the shops but it can become a daily chore when you have all that cheese to carry home.
The Snoozatron
9. The Snoozatron
October 14, 2002
Getting to sleep can be a problem when you eat as much cheese as Wallace. His solution is the "Snoozatron", a simple device to aid the restless insomniac.
The Bully-Proof Vest
8. The Bully-Proof Vest
October 14, 2002
It can be a hard life 'up North' and home security can be a problem these days.
A Christmas Cardomatic
7. A Christmas Cardomatic
October 14, 2002
It's nearly Christmas and Wallace is getting into the festive spirit.
The 525 Crackervac
6. The 525 Crackervac
October 14, 2002
Gromit's daily chores include sweeping up, unfortunately Wallace wants to help.
The Turbo Diner
5. The Turbo Diner
October 14, 2002
Another chore Gromit dislikes is clearing the table after meals. Wallace's Turbo Diner is designed to do the job fast and efficiently; all they have to do is top up the electricity meter.
The Snowmanotron
4. The Snowmanotron
October 15, 2002
It's Gromit's job to walk over and switch the channels on Wallace's TV. Feeling sorry for his pooch, he invents a simple remote control device but it is hardly instant. When Wallace is confronted by a hard-hitting penguin documentary, he needs to change channel fast - but there's a flaw in his Tellyscope...
The Soccamatic
3. The Soccamatic
October 14, 2002
When Wallace takes Gromit to the park for a game of football he plays to win. Unfortunately he is constantly frustrated by Gromit's goalkeeping prowess.
Cracking Contraptions, Part 2
2. Cracking Contraptions, Part 2
December 6, 2002
Wallace test out another five of his cracking inventions -- Getting to sleep can be a problem when you eat as much cheese as Wallace. His solution is the "Snoozatron", a simple device to aid the restless insomniac... "The Snowmanatron" is invented just in time for the annual West Wallaby Street Snowman Competition, and Wallace is determined to win... When Wallace takes Gromit to the park for a game of football, he plays to win. Unfortunately he is constantly frustrated by Gromit's goalkeeping prowess. Wallace is forced to reveal his circa-1938 penalty-taking machine "The Soccamatic" he recently purchased via mail order from Preston North End FC... It has always been Gromit's job to walk over and switch the TV channels on Wallace's aging set. Wallace decides to save his legs by inventing "The Tellyscope"... Another chore Gromit dislikes is clearing the table after meals. "The Turbo Diner" is designed to clear the table fast and efficiently, but as ever, it doesn't quite go to plan.
Cracking Contraptions, Part 1
1. Cracking Contraptions, Part 1
December 6, 2002
Five Tales of Wallace's mini-masterpieces... Gromit's daily chores include sweeping up, unfortunately Wallace wants to help. "The 525 Crackervac" will save Gromit's time, in theory... Breakfast is Wallace and Gromit's favourite meal. But why bother cooking yourself when you have an "Autochef," the combined cooker and waiter on wheels? Wallace is anxious to prove that his troublesome invention is perfectly safe around the home... It can be a hard life "up North" and home security can be a problem, cue Wallace's fearsome "Bully Proof Vest" ... It's nearly Christmas and Wallace is getting into the festive spirit. He's decided to make some tasteful Christmas cards with the help of Gromit, lots of glitter and the "Christmas Cardomatic" ... It's just a short trip to the shops but it can become a daily chore when you have all that cheese to carry home. Wallace has decided to save his legs by initiating a program of guided shopping trolleys to the supermarket. "Shopper" mission is the big one; he's going for the largest ball of Edam on the shelf!
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Where to Watch Wallace & Gromit's Cracking Contraptions
Wallace & Gromit's Cracking Contraptions is available for streaming on the Aardman Animations website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch Wallace & Gromit's Cracking Contraptions on demand at Amazon Prime, Amazon, Vudu, FuboTV, The Roku Channel Free and Apple TV.
  • Premiere Date
    December 6, 2002