A feature film based on the series was originally planned in 1996 and slated for 2000 release, which eventually cancelled.

Usop Sontorian is created by Malaysian cartoonist, Ibrahim Anon or Ujang as he affectionately known, with the concepts, storyline and script all done by him.

[4] In an exclusive interview with New Straits Times in December 1993, Ujang describes the anticipated production as a Malaysianised version of The Simpsons, stating that: "It is basically about a Malay family and their culture".

He has two elder siblings: a sister, Kak Kiah, and a jobless brother named Abang Budin.

The story is set in Kampung Parit Sonto, not far from the town of Ayer Hitam, Johor; hence the name "Sontorian".

The theme of the series was to promote unity and harmonious relationships between all races in multi-ethnic Malaysia.

Usop Sontorian originally set to be aired in 1994,[29] but it postponed for over 2 years due to uncertain reasons.