Rainbow

Rainbow

1972 · 23 seasons · 1044 eps · ★ 6.8 · Comedy, Kids

Canceled

Children's puppet programme featuring music and stories. Join George, Bungle, Zippy, and all their friends at the Rainbow House, always an exciting place to be.

Created by Pamela Lonsdale

Network: ITV1

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