Plot Synopsis

Based on the Scholastic book series "Zen Shorts" by Jon J Muth, STILLWATER is an animated series that centers on siblings Karl, Addy and Michael, who are typical kids with typical kid challenges -- meaning that sometimes even the smallest things can feel insurmountable. Fortunately for these three, they have Stillwater, a wise panda, as their next-door neighbor. Through his example, stories and gentle humor, Stillwater gives the children a deeper understanding of their feelings as well as tools that help them face their own day-to-day challenges. Stillwater also brings newfound fun and adventure for the three, opening their eyes to the quiet wonders of the world around them, and guiding them to their place within it. Apple TV+ released the first six episodes of STILLWATER on Friday, December 4, 2020 at 3:01am ET/12:01am PT.

STILLWATER returned for its second season on Friday, March 18, 2022, as Apple TV+ released the first six episodes of the new season. In the season opener, "The Visit; Showtime," the arrival of Stillwater's niece Koo has Karl feeling a bit unseen. Addy puts on a show with her brothers but needs to learn to collaborate.

A seventh Season 2 episode, "One Drop Makes an Ocean," dropped on Friday, April 15, 2022 on Apple TV+ to celebrate Earth Day, as Stillwater shows the kids his worm farm and other things he does to live green, which inspires them to come up with more ways to help the Earth.
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On Friday, May 19, 2023, Apple TV+ released all 10 episodes of the new season. Season 3 centers on siblings Karl, Addy, and Michael, who encounter everyday challenges -- big and small -- which sometimes feel insurmountable. Fortunately for these three, they have Stillwater, a wise panda, as their next-door neighbor. Through his example, stories and gentle humor, Stillwater teaches the children the concept of mindfulness, while offering them a deeper understanding of their feelings as well as tools that help them face their own day-to-day challenges.