Popular 80s cartoon Danger Mouse is to return to television screens next year, with a full 52-episode series ordered for broadcast on CBBC.

The super-rodent was voiced by the actor David Jason and his sidekick Penfold by the late Terry Scott in the original series, which ran for more than a decade from 1981 to 1992. However, there is no word yet as to whether Jason will reprise the role.

The new series is being made by Boulder Media and FremantleMedia Kids & Family Entertainment, with original co-creator Brian Cosgrove involved as a consultant on the project.

Discussing the new series, Cosgrove said:

“When I helped to create Danger Mouse I had no idea the show would be such a huge success both in the UK and overseas. I am delighted that a whole new generation will be introduced to his daring deeds and thrilled to be part of this new 21st century series. I can’t wait to find out what he’s been up to for the last 23 years.”