Tweedy & Fluff

New Pillow is a short‑form episode from the whimsical “Fluff & Friends” series, starring the ever‑mischievous cat‑hero Fluff and his long‑suffering human, Tweedy. It’s essentially a tidy, 12‑minute slice of slap‑slap comedy that aired as part of the first terrestrial run of the show on BBC Four last spring. The premise is simple: Fluff’s muddy paws have turned Tweedy’s favourite pillow into a soggy mess, and the feline sets off on a quest for a replacement that’s just as soft and squishy. The episode leans heavily on visual gags, with a few voice‑over quips from Tweedy that feel like they were lifted straight from classic British children’s TV. The plot meanders through a series of increasingly absurd pillow‑hunting scenarios – from a boutique that only sells “memory foam for the aristocracy” to a thrift shop where the cushions are as lumpy as old biscuits. Fluff’s determination is oddly endearing, and the episode manages to keep the humour light without getting too preachy about comfort. There’s a cheeky nod to “The Cat Returns” when Fluff briefly pretends to be a pillow‑testing connoisseur, which adds a nice touch for fans of that style of animation. Honestly, it’s not groundbreaking, but it’s surprisingly good for a filler‑type piece. The pacing drags a bit in the middle, and the animation looks a tad dated compared with today’s slicker CGI, but the charm of Fluff’s clumsy antics more than makes up for it. If you’re after a quick, feel‑good laugh and don’t mind a few stretched‑out moments, it’s worth a watch – just don’t expect anything deep. Rated U, though there are a few mild squeaks when Fluff scrapes the floor and some light‑hearted slap‑stick that might be a bit much for very young tots. No strong language or scary bits. It’s the kind of episode you could pop on while making a cuppa, and it’ll leave you with a grin and a sudden craving for a fresh pillow.