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House of Anubis
Das Haus Anubis is a children's television series produced jointly by Belgian broadcaster Studio 100 and Nickelodeon and the first remake of Het Huis Anubis aired in The Netherlands and Belgium. Another English remake called House of Anubis aired in 2011. With a seven-figure production budget, it is one of Nickelodeon's largest in-house productions, and the first German daily soap opera specifically aimed at children. From 29 September 2009 to 4 May 2012, the show had been running both on children's channel Nick, and season 1 on music channel VIVA. Das Haus Anubis is aimed at children twelve years old and above, and is the German remake of the successful Dutch television programme, Het Huis Anubis. This 2006/2009 series was one of the most successful children's series in the Benelux countries.
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Plot Summary
A group of teenagers at a boarding school uncover a series of mysterious events and ancient secrets tied to the school itself. As they delve deeper, they find themselves entangled in a dangerous puzzle involving Egyptian mythology, hidden treasures, and a race against time to protect their own destinies.
Critical Reception
House of Anubis was a popular Nickelodeon series, particularly with its target demographic of children and young teens. It was praised for its mystery elements, engaging storyline, and incorporation of Egyptian mythology, though some critics noted its occasional melodramatic tone and straightforward plot. Its success led to multiple seasons and a follow-up special.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its intriguing mysteries and cliffhangers.
Appreciated for its blend of teen drama and Egyptian mythology.
Found to be a captivating watch for younger audiences.
Google audience: Audience reception on Google is not readily available, but general fan sentiment highlights its appeal as a mystery-driven series with a unique mythological twist.
Fun Fact
The series was filmed in Liverpool, England, and utilized the historic Peabody Trust building as the exterior for the fictional Anubis House.
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