Minno has launched Guillermo & Will, a dual-language puppet series designed to help children engage with God's world in both English and Spanish. The series debuted on the streaming platform October 10 and represents a significant advancement in culturally relevant Christian programming for children. Created by Emmy-nominated puppeteer Donna Kimball and co-written by Dan Garza, the series introduces two lovable puppet friends whose adventures reflect the joy and beauty of cross-cultural friendship.
The production combines creative storytelling, a biblical worldview, and developmental expertise to help children see themselves reflected on screen while learning about God in a personal and relatable way. The production partnership with the award-winning Family Theater Productions brings additional expertise in faith-based family media. Erick Goss, CEO and Co-Founder of Minno, emphasized the series' significance, stating that Guillermo & Will reflects the company's broader vision to raise the bar in Christian children's media.
The timing of this launch addresses a vital need, as Spanish-language content consistently ranks among the top 10 performers across Minno's platforms, serving millions of Spanish-speaking or bilingual families worldwide who seek content that reflects their language and culture in Christian media. Father David L. Guffey, C.S.C., National Director of Family Theater Productions, noted that Guillermo & Will carries forward his organization's 75-year legacy of creating media to help families grow in faith, with special care for Catholic and Spanish-speaking audiences seeking content that reflects their culture and values.
The series was developed with input from early childhood development specialists and language education experts to ensure it resonates with early learners, whether they are native English speakers, Spanish speakers, or both. Working with top-tier talent including Kimball, whose career spans Emmy-nominated performances, and Garza, Guillermo & Will delivers creativity and production quality on par with mainstream children's programming while maintaining its biblical foundation.
The series represents Minno's ongoing commitment to creating world-class Christian content that meets the diverse needs of modern families seeking faith-based entertainment options for their children. More information about Minno's programming is available at https://www.gominno.com, while details about Family Theater Productions can be found at https://www.familytheater.org.
