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CJ the DJ
CJ the DJ is an Australian animated television series and sitcom first broadcast on ABC3. The show was created by Stu Connolly and Mark Gravas.[1] 52 episodes were produced for the first and only season.[2] OverviewCJ The DJ follows the adventures of a 13-year-old girl with the nickname of CJ. With her best friends, Lesley and Si, they form a group of DJ wannabes and try to make it to the big leagues together by playing gigs, promoting themselves, and practicing. However, in the town where she lives, no one wants to hear about her. CharactersCathleen Jones[3] aka CJ is the eponymous main protagonist of the series. She is a 13-year-old girl who aspires to be a DJ. She loves not being like everyone else and has a unique view of the world. Lesley Smiles is one of CJ's friends. She is the complete opposite to CJ, but they are friends because they are both individuals.[2] Si is CJ's best friend and neighbor. He is a born musician and has a passion for classical music. His background is New Zealander.[2] Arnis owns a record store called "A-Trax." He gives CJ her gigs and sees potential in her.[2] Lyle hangs out at Arnis' store every day after school; he also works there for free. He seems to secretly have feelings for CJ, although he still teases and bullies her.[2] The Patel Twins want to be DJs only for the fame, they usually work at their dad's convenience store, They are jealous of CJ and steal her gigs, songs and even her name and cause numerous problems for herself and her friends.[2] Charley Jones is CJ’s younger sister. She is ten, but she wants to be sixteen. She loves to shop and usually pokes fun at CJ’s fashion sense.[2] Gene Jones is CJ and Charley’s father. He has a band that has limited appeal to most people. He lives like he is a young person. Marsha Jones is CJ and Charley’s mother. She's the no-nonsense voice of authority in the household and the primary source of income for the family, usually appearing in her business suit. However, in her youth, she was the lead guitarist and vocalist for an all-girl punk band. Mr. Truman is the evil science teacher and recurring antagonist who appears in various episodes. Episodes
MultimediaDVD releases On 1 July 2010, the Australian Broadcasting Company released the first DVD of CJ the DJ, featuring the first eight episodes.
Digital downloadsCJ the DJ Series 1 Volumes 1 (Episodes 1 - 26) and 2 (Episodes 27 - 52) are available for download at the ABC Online Store.[5] ABC iViewCJ the DJ was released on ABC iView for public viewing, though each episode was only available for viewing over a limited amount of time. International broadcast
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