Sheryl Lee Ralph, Holly Robinson Peete and LeVar Burton have joined the voice cast of Al Roker‘s animated series “Weather Hunters,” an upcoming PBS Kids program with the goal of helping kids learn about Earth science and meteorology through adventure and comedy.
Emmy-winning weatherman Roker will also voice a character in the series, which follows an 8-year-old weather detective whose father is the fun-loving weathercaster of a long-running national TV program (sound familiar?). Tandi Fomukong and Lorenzo Ross will also voice characters in the series, and Yvette Nicole Brown sings the theme song.
The series will premiere on PBS Kids on July 7 in both English and Spanish. “Weather has always been a passion of mine, and inspiring young minds to explore its wonders has been one of the most fulfilling parts of this journey,” Roker said in a statement. “With ‘Weather Hunters,’ I’m thrilled to share that passion with a new generation, including my granddaughter, Sky, who reminds me every day of the importance of leaving a better planet for our kids.”
“Weather Hunters” is produced by Al Roker Entertainment and Dete Meserve’s Silver Creek Falls Entertainment, Inc. Dete Meserve is the showrunner and executive produces alongside Carin Greenberg, John Semper Jr. and Lisa Tucker. Actress Yvette Nicole Brown sings the main title.
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In addition, PBS Kids has also announced a new animated series titled “Phoebe & Jay,” to premiere in fall 2025. Created by Genie Deez and Thy Than, the series follows the adventures of 6-year-old fraternal twins Phoebe and Jay Yarber, who live with their family in the fantastical Tobsy Towers. The program is designed to support early literacy skills for preschoolers.
“’Phoebe & Jay’ beautifully blends fun and learning by introducing young viewers to the importance of everyday problem solving, literacy, and life skills in a way that’s relatable and engaging,” said Sara DeWitt, senior vice president and general manager of PBS Kids. “We’re excited to bring this series and its endearing stories that celebrate family, community, and the power of literacy to families across the U.S.”