According to Céline Chesnay, Head of Children’s and Animation Content at France Télévisions, who shared insights with Prensario during her participation in the 2025 edition of Premios Quirino, France TV produces and acquires content primarily focused on children aged 3 to 5 and 6 to 10. The company, which leads investment in animation in the European Union with an average of 35 million euros annually, seeks both major IPs and independent projects that prioritize narrative quality, an educational approach, and diverse representation. ‘We are shaping the new citizens of the world. We want to offer them stories that reflect their reality and address topics like bullying, family coexistence, inclusion, and empathy’, she stated.
The channel leads content offerings for children in France with its ad-free streaming service, OKOO. The platform reaches over 3.5 million children monthly and records 47 million monthly views, a 35% increase since 2020. ‘Our numbers support us, and many French families choose France TV over giants like Netflix or Disney+. What distinguishes us is our curation: we analyze every second of content to ensure it aligns with our values’, Chesnay highlighted.
In addition to popular titles like Peppa Pig or Foot de Rue, the channel also promotes original creations with a strong artistic identity. An example of this is its collections of animated shorts based on poems and opening pages of books, which aim to foster an interest in literature from an early age.
Regarding its co-production strategy, France TV operates under regulations that prioritize working with French producers, although partnerships with international studios are encouraged through local partners. ‘If an international producer wants to work with us, the way is to find a French co-producer. At events like Quirino, Annecy, or Cartoon Forum, these key contacts for future collaborations with us are generated’, she explained.
With an average of 15 new series launched each year, France Télévisions continues to consolidate its position as one of the main drivers of European animation, fostering projects that nurture imagination and aid the growth of new generations. As Chesnay emphasized: «We can allow ourselves to enjoy, learn, and offer art. That is our mission as a public channel.»
