Pencilmation

Ross Bollinger creates Pencilmation, a YouTube channel featuring animated shorts for kids and entertainment fans. The channel follows the ongoing struggle between a creator and their characters, centered on Pencilmate, Pencilmiss, and other Pencil friends. With 1,955 videos and 20,400,000 subscribers as of 2026, the channel maintains a massive reach. The average view count per video is approximately 6.2 million views. Content ranges from standalone Pencilmate adventures, such as his time as a firefighter or museum guard, to the new Gil Next Door series featuring Gil the frog and his brother Wolly. These cartoons are produced by a global team of artists and feature diverse themes involving technology, music, and daily life struggles. This YouTube channel is ideal for viewers looking for slapstick animation and family friendly humor. It may not suit those seeking serious or long form dramatic narratives. You can find the latest Pencilmation videos and the Gil Next Door pilot on the official Pencilmation YouTube channel.