Production Begins on Disney's Oki's Oasis. Mandy Moore to Voice Oki

Posted on April 21, 2012

Production has begun on the animated series Oki's Oasis, which Disney says it the "first western for preschoolers.

OKi's Oasis stars actress and singer-songwriter Mandy Moore (Tangled) as the voice of Oki, a kitty cat sheriff who ensures that the town of Nice and Friendly Corners remains the friendliest town in the West. Oki has a deputy woodpecker, Peck, and a cactus sidekick named Kiko.

Nancy Kanter, senior vice president, original programming and general manager, Disney Junior Worldwide, said in a statement, "Oki's Oasis uses the legend of the Old West to impart social skills and lessons for young kids about being a good friend and neighbor, reinforcing what parents are already teaching their children at home about forgiveness, honesty and sharing. The series further demonstrates Disney Junior's dedication to programming that highlights the importance of great, heartfelt storytelling as an impetus for learning and development."

The series is slated to premiere in 2013 on Disney Junior channels and programming blocks around the world.