It is based on the children's book by the well-known author William Joyce, co-produced by Nelvana Limited and Jade Animation, produced in association with PBS.

[2] The show premiered as part of the PBS Kids Bookworm Bunch block on September 30, 2000, and ended with the final episode on January 23, 2003.

The series differs from the book in that the title character does not return to his normal size at the conclusion, appearing to have already been small with no apparent explanation.

But through a mixture of his own ingenuity and imagination, as well as a variety of highly adaptable mini machines built by him and his dad,[3] George proves that being tiny is no obstacle to solving problems and having fun.

His primary mode of transportation is his Zoopercar, a multi-purpose miniature vehicle he built with his father that can do things like transform into a submarine, an airplane or a helicopter.

The theme song, composed by Roberto Occhipinti, in a jumping blues style, is sung by Canadian musician Colin James.