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Between the Lions

In this whimsical show, a family of lions operates a mystical library where books come alive, transporting viewers to thrilling worlds of adventure and enchanting realms of music.

The "Between the Lions" series chronicles the escapades of a lion family, consisting of Theo, Cleo, and their young cubs Lionel and Leona, as they explore the world of a library.

Episodes:

Episode 2 The Lost Rock

2. The Lost Rock

Aired: Apr 4, 2000

The lions set out on a thrilling quest to unravel the secrets of a sudden, en...

Episode 3 Little Big Mouse

3. Little Big Mouse

Aired: Apr 5, 2000

A popular children's book character's sudden fame leads to a deluge of fan ma...

Episode 4 Farmer Ken's Puzzle

4. Farmer Ken's Puzzle

Aired: Apr 6, 2000

Lionel becomes engrossed in a digital puzzle game called "Farmer Ken's Puzzle...

Episode 5 Shooting Stars

5. Shooting Stars

Aired: Apr 7, 2000

The lions venture into the night, eager to witness a spectacular celestial di...

Episode 6 The Hopping Hen

6. The Hopping Hen

Aired: Apr 9, 2000

A mischievous Hopping Hen wreaks havoc in the library, prompting the lions to...

Episode 7 Touching the Moon

7. Touching the Moon

Aired: Apr 11, 2000

In the next episode, a monarch's longing to reach the moon sparks a quest for...

Episode 9 Fuzzy Wuzzy, Wuzzy?

9. Fuzzy Wuzzy, Wuzzy?

Aired: Apr 13, 2000

Fuzzy Wuzzy Bear's library visit sparks chaos and delight, but for one patron...

Episode 10 Lionel's Antlers

10. Lionel's Antlers

Aired: Apr 14, 2000

Lionel's ordinary day is turned upside down when he finds himself sporting a ...

Episode 12 The Chap With Caps

12. The Chap With Caps

Aired: Apr 18, 2000

The next episode of "The Chap With Caps" finds writer Babs Caplan struggling ...

Episode 13 Pandora's Box

13. Pandora's Box

Aired: Apr 19, 2000

The next episode's plot thickens as Lionel and Leona's curiosity gets the bet...

Episode 16 The Popcorn Popper

16. The Popcorn Popper

Aired: Apr 23, 2000

Lionel and Leona discover a fascinating book about a popcorn popper, sparking...

Episode 17 Something Fishy

17. Something Fishy

Aired: Apr 25, 2000

A daring duo ventures into the captivating world of eagles and fish, driven b...

Episode 18 Hug, Hug, Hug!

18. Hug, Hug, Hug!

Aired: Apr 26, 2000

In the next episode, a brilliant artist's most prized creation comes to life,...

Episode 21 Sausage Nose

21. Sausage Nose

Aired: May 1, 2000

In the next episode, the Lions are treated to a foreign film called "Sausage ...

Episode 22 Red Hat, Green Hat

22. Red Hat, Green Hat

Aired: May 2, 2000

A mysterious hat in the library sparks a lively debate among patrons as its a...

Episode 23 The Lucky Duck

23. The Lucky Duck

Aired: May 3, 2000

A mischievous duck, tired of being seen as perpetually adorable, sets out to ...

Episode 24 The Old Man

24. The Old Man

Aired: May 4, 2000

Babs Caplan's book "The Old Man" faces creative hurdles as it searches for a ...

Episode 25 A King and His Hawk

25. A King and His Hawk

Aired: May 5, 2000

A heart-wrenching tale of a king and his faithful hawk strikes a chord with L...

Episode 27 Piggyback, Piggyback

27. Piggyback, Piggyback

Aired: May 9, 2000

Leona becomes enchanted by a legendary monarch who rode on a loyal companion'...

Episode 28 The Fox and the Crow

28. The Fox and the Crow

Aired: May 10, 2000

A heated debate unfolds in the library as a beloved fable about a cunning fox...

Episode 29 Giants and Cubs

29. Giants and Cubs

Aired: May 11, 2000

A visit to the Giants at the library could bring solace to Lionel's frustrati...

Episode 30 Be Bop

30. Be Bop

Aired: May 12, 2000

Infectious Be Bop rhythms sweep through the library, causing patrons to break...

Info about Between the Lions

Seasons: 9

Current Status: Ended

Network: PBS

Production Country: United States

Genres:Comedy, Family, Fantasy, Music