The Mr. Men Show the books but are, in fact, new stories. There are also several changes in the TV show. "The Mr. Men Show" was produced in Los Angeles by Renegade Animation, who was well known for producing Cartoon Network's "Hi Hi Puffy AmiYumi", and Chorion in New York City and London. Some artistic license has been taken in adapting the books for television, including name changes, design alterations and the creation of entirely new characters. In 2008, Mr. Rude, Mr. Quiet, Mr. Strong, Mr. Grumpy, Mr. Fussy, Little Miss Naughty, Little Miss Whoops, Mr. Messy, Little Miss Helpful, Mr. Small, Mr. Nosey,
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