Fourth Wall

Fourth Wall is a UK-based independent producer of animated entertainment aimed at children and families, and also operates a children's book publishing arm. The company describes itself as an award-winning producer focused on creating characters and stories for film, broadcast and commercial projects, with the stated aim of building internationally recognised intellectual property both for itself and for client work.

Its animation slate spans television series and feature-length projects, including Milo (52 x 11-minute episodes for Channel 5/Milkshake!), The Three Little Superpigs (26 x 22-minute episodes), Ruby Rotten (52 x 11-minute episodes), Flora Buxton and Bear (52 x 7-minute episodes), Marcel (52 x 11-minute episodes), and the 90-minute feature film The Boy Who Switched Off The Sun. Alongside TV and film, the company maintains a books division and publishes a blog.

Business model

The company produces animated content for broadcasters and commercial clients while also developing and owning its own intellectual property, and publishes children's books. Its stated ongoing aim is to become a leading creator of IP both for itself and for its clients.

Traction

Broadcast credits include the series Milo, produced as 52 x 11-minute episodes for Channel 5/Milkshake!, alongside further series in production or development and a 90-minute animated feature. The company reports a headcount of approximately 125 employees.

Latest developments

In March 2026 the company was reported to have secured $100,000 in new investment intended to support development of new animated series, expansion of its children's book publishing division, and recruitment for its creative and production teams.