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===Background===
===Background===
Bagdasarian Productions is a production company which holds the rights to ''Alvin and the Chipmunks'' and related intellectual property assets. It is owned and operated by Ross Bagdasarian, Jr. and Janice Karman. It is the successor to Bagdasarian Film Corporation, which was owned and founded by the late ''Alvin and the Chipmunks'' franchise creator and renaissance man Ross Bagdasarian, Sr. (also known as David Seville).
'''Bagdasarian Productions''' is a production company which holds the rights to ''Alvin and the Chipmunks'' and related intellectual property assets. It is owned and operated by Ross '''Bagdasarian''', Jr. and Janice Karman. It is the successor to Bagdasarian Film Corporation, which was owned and founded by ''Alvin and the Chipmunks'' franchise creator Ross '''Bagdasarian''', Sr. (also known as David Seville).


{{SeparateTOC
|Bagdasarian Film Corporation|
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|Bagdasarian_Film_Corporation_(1961).png|Logo (October 4, 1961-September 12, 1962, 1990s)
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|Bagdasarian Productions|
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|Bagdasarian_Productions_(1983)(2).jpeg|1st Logo (September 15, 1984-January 28, 1989)
|Bagdasarian_Productions_(1990).png|2nd Logo (September 9, 1989-April 14, 1995)
|Bagdasarian Productions (1998).png|3rd Logo (1998)
|Bagdasarian_Productions_(2011).png|4th Logo (November 15, 2011)
|Bagdasarian-OuiDO!_Productions_(2015).png|5th Logo (March 30, 2015-December 2, 2022)
}}
}}


== Bagdasarian Film Corporation ==
==Bagdasarian Film Corporation==
===Logo (October 4, 1961-September 12, 1962, 1990s)===
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File:Bagdasarian Film Corporation (1961, B&W).jpeg
File:Bagdasarian_Film_Corporation_(1961).png
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{{YouTube|id=T5qdR-WZ9yQ|id2=x8WFndP88zg|id3=tO4UX55qLFk}}


'''Visuals:''' There is a black rectangle against a red background. The words "'''A PRESENTATION OF'''" (in white) are seen above it. Then the letters "{{Font|Times New Roman|'''{{color|orange|B}}{{color|darkmagenta|a}}{{color|lime|g}}{{color|#FFD900|d}}{{color|deepskyblue|a}}{{color|darkmagenta|s}}{{color|orange|a}}{{color|lime|r}}{{color|#FFD900|i}}{{color|deepskyblue|a}}{{color|orange|n}}'''}}" appear one-by-one in rainbow colors with a red dot above the "'''{{color|#FFD900|i}}'''" in sync with the music. The words "'''FILM CORPORATION'''" appear below it (also in white).
=== (October 4, 1961-September 12, 1962, 1990s) ===
[[File:Bagdasarian_Film_Corporation_(1961).png|alt=|center|320x320px]]


'''Variants:'''
*An <u>earlier version</u> of this logo exists, in which the logo is in B&W.
*Sometimes, the logo is <u>off-center</u>.


'''Technique:''' Cel animation by [[Format Films]].


'''Audio:''' A fanfare sounding similar to "Old MacDonald" that plays to the beat of the letters appearing. Composed by Johnny Mann.
'''Nicknames:''' "Bagdasarian Had a Farm!", "B-A-G, D-A-S, A-R-I-A-N!"


'''Audio Variant:''' On <u>''Alvin and the Chipmunks Sing Alongs'' tapes</u>, it has a re-recorded synthesized version of the music mixed in with the original music.
'''Logo:''' We see a black rectangle against a {{Font color|red|red}} background. The words "'''A PRESENTATION OF'''" (in white) are seen above it. Then the letters "{{Font|Times New Roman|'''{{Font color|orange|B}}{{Font color|darkmagenta|a}}{{Font color|lime|g}}{{Font color|#FFD900|d}}{{Font color|deepskyblue|a}}{{Font color|darkmagenta|s}}{{Font color|orange|a}}{{Font color|lime|r}}{{Font color|#FFD900|i}}{{Font color|deepskyblue|a}}{{Font color|orange|n}}'''}}" appear one-by-one in rainbow colors with a {{Font color|darkmagenta|purple}} dot above the "'''{{Font color|#FFD900|i}}'''" in sync with the music. The words "'''FILM CORPORATION'''" appear below it (also in white).


'''Availability:''' Seen only on the short-lived cartoon ''The Alvin Show''. It also appeared on the 1990s ''Alvin and the Chipmunks Sing-Alongs'' VHS releases from Buena Vista Home Video.
'''Variant:''' A earlier variant of this logo is in B&W.


==Bagdasarian Productions==
'''FX/SFX:''' The letters appearing. Animated by [[Format Films]].
===1st Logo (September 15, 1984-January 28, 1989)===

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'''Music/Sounds:''' A fanfare sounding similar to "Old MacDonald" that plays to the beat of the letters appearing. Composed by Johnny Mann.

'''Music/Sounds Variant:''' On ''Alvin and the Chipmunks Sing Alongs'' tapes, it has a re-recorded synthesized version of the music.

'''Availability:''' Extremely rare. Seen only on the short-lived cartoon ''The Alvin Show''. This would be followed by the 1952 [[CBS Productions|CBS Television Network]] logo when it first broadcast from 1961-1962. It appears on the current DVD release of ''The Alvin Show'' after each of the three episodes contained on the disc. It was also seen on the 1990s ''Alvin and the Chipmunks Sing-Alongs'' VHS releases from Buena Vista Home Video.

'''Editor's Note:''' None.

== Bagdasarian Productions ==

=== 1st Logo (December 14, 1981-February 12, 1984) ===


'''Logo:''' Only the superimposed text that said "BAGDASARIAN PRODUCTIONS" or "Produced in association with BAGDASARIAN PRODUCTIONS" to blend in with the closing credits.

'''FX/SFX:''' None.

'''Music/Sounds:''' The closing theme of the show.

'''Availability:''' Rare. It was seen on the first season of ''Alvin and the Chipmunks'', the 1981 Christmas television special ''A Chipmunk Christmas'' and the 1984 Valentine's Day television special ''The Chipmunks Valentine Special''; the DVD of the show and the mentioned specials preserves this credit. Syndicated airings of ''Alvin and the Chipmunks'' update this with the 2nd logo.

'''Editor's Note:''' None.

=== 2nd Logo (September 8, 1984-January 28, 1989) ===
<br /><gallery mode="packed" heights="200">
File:Bagdasarian Productions (1985).png
File:Bagdasarian Productions (1985).png
File:Bagdasarian Productions (1983)(2).jpeg
File:Bagdasarian Productions (1987).jpeg
File:Bagdasarian Productions (1988).png
File:Bagdasarian Productions (1988).png
File:Bagdasarian Productions (1989) 2.png
File:Bagdasarian Productions (1989) 2.png
File:(1) The Chipmunk Adventure (1987).jpeg
</gallery>'''Nickname: <u>The Chipmunks</u>'''
</gallery>
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'''Logo:''' Against a {{Font color|lightpink|pink}}/{{Font color|#FFD900|yellow}} gradient background, we see Alvin, Simon and Theodore hold up the word "BAGDASARIAN" in {{Font color|silver|silver}} "bubble" letters (Alvin, standing in the center, is only using one hand and has a smug expression, and Theodore and Simon are trying their hardest to hold it up) as they stand on "PRODUCTIONS", which is written in the same font. Over them is "PRODUCED BY" (or "PRODUCED IN ASSOCIATION WITH" from 1984-1987) in black. Later on, a copyright stamp appears in black or white.
'''Visuals:''' Against a {{color|lightpink|pink}}/yellow gradient background, Alvin, Simon and Theodore hold up the word "{{color|silver|BAGDASARIAN}}" in silver "bubble" letters (Alvin, standing in the center, is only using one hand and has a smug expression, and Theodore and Simon are trying their hardest to hold it up) as they stand on "{{color|silver|PRODUCTIONS}}", which is written in the same font. Over them is "PRODUCED BY" (or "PRODUCED IN ASSOCIATION WITH" from 1984-1987) in black. Later on, a copyright stamp appears in black or white.


'''Variants:'''
'''Variants:'''
* The early version had the logo looking far different than later on. Alvin, Simon, and Theodore appear to be in their earlier designs, and are all struggling as they hold "BAGDASARIAN", which, along with "PRODUCTIONS", is now in multiple colors and perfectly aligned in a more bubbly font. "PRODUCTIONS" is also much smaller and the background is {{Font color|papayawhip|light cream}}.
* The <u>early version</u> had the logo looking far different than later on. Alvin, Simon, and Theodore appear to be in their earlier designs, and are all struggling as they hold "BAGDASARIAN", which, along with "PRODUCTIONS", is now in multiple colors and perfectly aligned in a more bubbly font. "PRODUCTIONS" is also much smaller and the background is {{color|papayawhip|light cream}}.
* After the closing credits of ''The Chipmunk Adventure'', a still version of this logo slowly fades in. It's on a {{Font color|royalblue|royal blue}} background, like the credits before it. However, there is a continuation to the copyright credits: the logo remains on screen for 8 seconds, then the entire logo, background and all, fades to black.
* On ''<u>The Chipmunk Adventure</u>'', an in-credit version is used on a {{color|royalblue|royal blue}} background, like the credits before it. It fades to black after 8 seconds.
*Sometimes, the logo is shifted up slightly.
*Sometimes, the logo is <u>shifted up slightly</u>.


'''Technique:''' A still image done with traditional ink and paint.
'''FX/SFX:''' None, in most cases.


'''Music/Sounds:''' Same as the previous logo.
'''Audio:''' None or the closing theme.


'''Availability:''' Seen on seasons 2-6 of ''Alvin and the Chipmunks''.
'''Availability:''' Currently seen on ''Alvin and the Chipmunks'' on Teletoon Retro in Canada. The early variant can be still seen on ''The Alvinnn!!! Edition'' DVD box set from Paramount Home Entertainment. It also plastered over the 1st logo on syndicated airings of the first season of ''Alvin and the Chipmunks'' when it was rerun on Cartoon Network from 1998-2002.
* The early variant is seen on ''The Alvinnn!!! Edition'' DVD box set from Paramount Home Entertainment.
*It also plastered over the in-credit text on syndicated airings of the first season of ''Alvin and the Chipmunks'' when it was rerun on Cartoon Network from 1998-2002.


===2nd Logo (September 9, 1989-April 14, 1995)===
'''Editor's Note:''' None.


=== 3rd Logo (September 9, 1989-December 1, 1990) ===
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File:Bagdasarian Productions (1990).png
File:Bagdasarian Productions (1990).png
File:Bagdasarian Productions (1989).png
File:Bagdasarian Productions (1989).png
File:Bagdasarian Productions (1988, Kind Of).png
File:Bagdasarian Productions (1988, Kind Of).png
</gallery>'''Nickname: <u>The Chipmunks II</u>'''
</gallery>
{{YouTube|id=Zxg9Rr2CBxA|id2=5UMpgyXLD60|id3=HfWKQEYVWrk|id4=ko1ApcdGNh8}}


'''Logo:''' Against a {{Font color|deeppink|pink}}/{{Font color|blue|blue}} gradient background with many sparkles, "{{Font|Times New Roman|'''{{Font color|deepskyblue|B}}{{Font color|lightpink|A}}{{Font color|coral|G}}{{Font color|#FFD900|D}}{{Font color|slateblue|A}}{{Font color|lightpink|S}}{{Font color|pink|A}}{{Font color|#FFD900|R}}{{Font color|lightpink|I}}{{Font color|slateblue|A}}{{Font color|deepskyblue|N}}'''}}" is seen in multiple pastel colors, and is sitting right on top of the word "{{Font|Times New Roman|{{Font color|slateblue|'''PRODUCTIONS'''}}}}" (in {{Font color|slateblue|purple}}). Both words are written in two different fonts, with the former being more jumbled. A {{Font color|blue|blue}} copyright stamp is written in the bottom left corner. The Chipmunks then come out from the space in between the words and hold up "{{Font|Times New Roman|'''{{Font color|deepskyblue|B}}{{Font color|lightpink|A}}{{Font color|coral|G}}{{Font color|#FFD900|D}}{{Font color|slateblue|A}}{{Font color|lightpink|S}}{{Font color|pink|A}}{{Font color|#FFD900|R}}{{Font color|lightpink|I}}{{Font color|slateblue|A}}{{Font color|deepskyblue|N}}'''}}" with all their strength. The third "{{Font|Times New Roman|'''{{Font color|pink|A}}'''}}" in the name then loosens and starts to fall, so Alvin swings up his left foot to hold it back up in place. The Chipmunks then grin sheepishly at us as the logo shines.
'''Visuals:''' Against a pink/blue gradient background with many sparkles, "{{Font|Times New Roman|'''{{color|deepskyblue|B}}{{color|lightpink|A}}{{color|coral|G}}{{color|#FFD900|D}}{{color|slateblue|A}}{{color|lightpink|S}}{{color|hotpink|A}}{{color|#FFD900|R}}{{color|lightpink|I}}{{color|slateblue|A}}{{color|deepskyblue|N}}'''}}" is seen in multiple pastel colors, and is sitting right on top of the word "{{Font|Times New Roman|{{color|slateblue|'''PRODUCTIONS'''}}}}" (in {{color|slateblue|purple}}). Both words are written in two different fonts, with the former being more jumbled. A blue copyright stamp is written in the bottom left corner. The Chipmunks then come out from the space in between the words and hold up "{{Font|Times New Roman|'''{{color|deepskyblue|B}}{{color|lightpink|A}}{{color|coral|G}}{{color|#FFD900|D}}{{color|slateblue|A}}{{color|lightpink|S}}{{color|hotpink|A}}{{color|#FFD900|R}}{{color|lightpink|I}}{{color|slateblue|A}}{{color|deepskyblue|N}}'''}}" with all their strength. The third "{{Font|Times New Roman|'''{{color|hotpink|A}}'''}}" in the name then loosens and starts to fall, so Alvin swings up his left foot to hold it back up in place. The Chipmunks then grin sheepishly at the viewer(s) as the logo shines.


'''Variants:'''
'''Variants:'''
* Sometimes, the <u>copyright stamp</u> is not shown.
* A more common <u>shorter version</u> starts when the "{{Font|Times New Roman|'''{{color|hotpink|A}}'''}}" loosens and falls.
* On the <u>1989 Chipmunk Library VHS releases of ''A Chipmunk Christmas'' (1981) and ''The Chipmunk Family Tree''</u>, the extended logo plays.
* On ''<u>A Chipmunk Celebration</u>'' and ''<u>The Easter Chipmunk</u>'', the logo freezes for the last few seconds so the ending music of both finish.


'''Technique:''' Cel animation.
* Sometimes, the copyright stamp is not shown.
* A more common shorter version starts when the "{{Font|Times New Roman|'''{{Font color|pink|A}}'''}}" loosens and falls.


'''FX/SFX:''' All the animation in the logo.
'''Audio:''' Same as the previous logos, but accompanied with sound effects.


'''Audio Variants:'''
'''Music/Sounds:''' Same as the previous logos.
*In some cases, the logo is silent.
*On <u>"Trick or Treason"</u>, the last bars of the 1988-1990 "The Chipmunks" outro plays during the logo.


'''Availability:''' Seen only on early and later episodes of ''Alvin and the Chipmunks and The Travelers''. Still seen on the current Paramount DVD releases of ''The Chipmunks Go to the Movies''.
'''Availability:''' Seen on the final two seasons of ''Alvin and the Chipmunks'' and subsequent ''Alvin and the Chipmunks'' specials, including "Rocking With The Chipmunks" and "The Easter Chipmunk".
*It is still seen on the current Paramount DVD releases of ''The Chipmunks Go to the Movies'' and Bagdasarian DVD releases of said ''Alvin and the Chipmunks'' specials.
*The extended logo was only used for "The Chipmunk Library" VHS releases until home media rights to ''Alvin and the Chipmunks'' were given to Buena Vista in the early 1990s.


===3rd Logo (1998)===
'''Editor's Note:''' None.
[[File:Bagdasarian Productions (1998).png|300px|center]]
'''Visuals:''' On a black background, black and white versions of The Chipmunks in their 1960s designs appear with the text "SIMON-ALVIN-THEODORE" arcing above the chipmunks and "BAGDASARIAN PRODUCTIONS" arcing below, with the combined text forming a full circle around the chipmunks.


'''Technique:''' Computerized graphics.


'''Audio:''' None.
=== 4th Logo (2011) ===
Bagdasarian Productions (2011)


'''Availability:''' Its only known appearance is on a 1998 screener tape for ''The Chipmunk Adventure''.
'''Nicknames:''' "Alvin the Superstar", "Classic Alvin", "Alvin's Harmonica"


===4th Logo (November 15, 2011)===
'''Logo:''' We see an image of the 1961 version of Alvin holding a harmonica in his hand with a black silhouette of a paparazzi behind him. Underneath him is the black text "bagdasarian productions". This is their print logo.
<gallery mode="packed" heights="200">

File:Bagdasarian Productions (2011).png
'''FX/SFX:''' None.
File:Bagdasarian Productions (2011) NDS.png
</gallery>
{{YouTube|id=jafOdEv9w8w}}


'''Visuals:''' On a black background, there is an image of the 1961 version of Alvin holding a harmonica in his hand with black silhouettes of paparazzis behind him. Underneath him is the black text "bagdasarian productions". This is their print logo.
'''Music/Sounds:''' None.


'''Technique:''' Flash animated graphics.
'''Availability:''' Was used on the game ''Alvin and the Chipmunks: Chipwrecked'' for the Wii.


'''Editor's Note:''' None.
'''Audio:''' None.


'''Availability:''' It was used on the game ''Alvin and the Chipmunks: Chipwrecked'' for the Wii, Xbox 360, and Nintendo DS. While this print logo had been used for several years by this point on ''Alvin and the Chipmunks'' DVD releases and other products related to the series, this is the only known on-screen appearance of this logo.


=== 5th Logo (August 3, 2015-) ===
===5th Logo (March 30, 2015-December 2, 2022)===
Bagdasarian Productions/OuiDO! Productions (2015)
[[File:Bagdasarian-OuiDO! Productions (2015).png|center|350px]]
{{YouTube|id=GToaT6KbD7Y}}


'''Logo:''' In the closing credits, we see the word "BAGDASARIAN". Alvin's hat is placed on top of the first "A". Under that is "PRODUCTIONS" in a smaller font.
'''Visuals:''' In the closing credits, there is the word "B A G D A S A R I A N". Alvin's hat is placed on top of the first "A". Under that, there is "P R O D U C T I O N S" in a smaller font.


'''Variant:''' At the beginning of the show, the logo appears through an iris-in effect. "PRESENTS" is below it. After a couple of seconds, the logo transitions to the show's intro.
'''FX/SFX:''' None.


'''Technique:''' A still, digital graphic. 2D computer animation for the opening variant.
'''Music/Sounds:''' The closing theme.


'''Audio:''' The closing theme. The opening variant uses the beginning of the show's theme song.
'''Availability:''' Appears on ''ALVINNN!!! and the Chipmunks''.


'''Availability:''' Seen on ''ALVINNN!!! and the Chipmunks''.
'''Editor's Note:''' None.


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Latest revision as of 12:43, 24 September 2024

Credits
Descriptions by
Eric S., Guillermo A. Martinez,LogosSuper142, Hb1290 and mr3urious

Captures by
Eric S., Logoboy95, V of Doom, Bob Fish, Mr. Logo Lord, Chick84, EnormousRat, Hb1290 and SubparMario63

Editions by
Guillermo A. Martinez, Mr. Logo Lord, mr3urious, and CuriousGeorge60


Background

Bagdasarian Productions is a production company which holds the rights to Alvin and the Chipmunks and related intellectual property assets. It is owned and operated by Ross Bagdasarian, Jr. and Janice Karman. It is the successor to Bagdasarian Film Corporation, which was owned and founded by Alvin and the Chipmunks franchise creator Ross Bagdasarian, Sr. (also known as David Seville).


Bagdasarian Film Corporation

Contents

Logo (October 4, 1961-September 12, 1962, 1990s)  
Logo (October 4, 1961-September 12, 1962, 1990s)


Bagdasarian Productions

Contents

1st Logo (September 15, 1984-January 28, 1989) 2nd Logo (September 9, 1989-April 14, 1995) 3rd Logo (1998) 4th Logo (November 15, 2011) 5th Logo (March 30, 2015-December 2, 2022)
1st Logo (September 15, 1984-January 28, 1989) 2nd Logo (September 9, 1989-April 14, 1995) 3rd Logo (1998) 4th Logo (November 15, 2011) 5th Logo (March 30, 2015-December 2, 2022)



Bagdasarian Film Corporation

Logo (October 4, 1961-September 12, 1962, 1990s)


Visuals: There is a black rectangle against a red background. The words "A PRESENTATION OF" (in white) are seen above it. Then the letters "Bagdasarian" appear one-by-one in rainbow colors with a red dot above the "i" in sync with the music. The words "FILM CORPORATION" appear below it (also in white).

Variants:

  • An earlier version of this logo exists, in which the logo is in B&W.
  • Sometimes, the logo is off-center.

Technique: Cel animation by Format Films.

Audio: A fanfare sounding similar to "Old MacDonald" that plays to the beat of the letters appearing. Composed by Johnny Mann.

Audio Variant: On Alvin and the Chipmunks Sing Alongs tapes, it has a re-recorded synthesized version of the music mixed in with the original music.

Availability: Seen only on the short-lived cartoon The Alvin Show. It also appeared on the 1990s Alvin and the Chipmunks Sing-Alongs VHS releases from Buena Vista Home Video.

Bagdasarian Productions

1st Logo (September 15, 1984-January 28, 1989)


Visuals: Against a pink/yellow gradient background, Alvin, Simon and Theodore hold up the word "BAGDASARIAN" in silver "bubble" letters (Alvin, standing in the center, is only using one hand and has a smug expression, and Theodore and Simon are trying their hardest to hold it up) as they stand on "PRODUCTIONS", which is written in the same font. Over them is "PRODUCED BY" (or "PRODUCED IN ASSOCIATION WITH" from 1984-1987) in black. Later on, a copyright stamp appears in black or white.

Variants:

  • The early version had the logo looking far different than later on. Alvin, Simon, and Theodore appear to be in their earlier designs, and are all struggling as they hold "BAGDASARIAN", which, along with "PRODUCTIONS", is now in multiple colors and perfectly aligned in a more bubbly font. "PRODUCTIONS" is also much smaller and the background is light cream.
  • On The Chipmunk Adventure, an in-credit version is used on a royal blue background, like the credits before it. It fades to black after 8 seconds.
  • Sometimes, the logo is shifted up slightly.

Technique: A still image done with traditional ink and paint.

Audio: None or the closing theme.

Availability: Seen on seasons 2-6 of Alvin and the Chipmunks.

  • The early variant is seen on The Alvinnn!!! Edition DVD box set from Paramount Home Entertainment.
  • It also plastered over the in-credit text on syndicated airings of the first season of Alvin and the Chipmunks when it was rerun on Cartoon Network from 1998-2002.

2nd Logo (September 9, 1989-April 14, 1995)


Visuals: Against a pink/blue gradient background with many sparkles, "BAGDASARIAN" is seen in multiple pastel colors, and is sitting right on top of the word "PRODUCTIONS" (in purple). Both words are written in two different fonts, with the former being more jumbled. A blue copyright stamp is written in the bottom left corner. The Chipmunks then come out from the space in between the words and hold up "BAGDASARIAN" with all their strength. The third "A" in the name then loosens and starts to fall, so Alvin swings up his left foot to hold it back up in place. The Chipmunks then grin sheepishly at the viewer(s) as the logo shines.

Variants:

  • Sometimes, the copyright stamp is not shown.
  • A more common shorter version starts when the "A" loosens and falls.
  • On the 1989 Chipmunk Library VHS releases of A Chipmunk Christmas (1981) and The Chipmunk Family Tree, the extended logo plays.
  • On A Chipmunk Celebration and The Easter Chipmunk, the logo freezes for the last few seconds so the ending music of both finish.

Technique: Cel animation.

Audio: Same as the previous logos, but accompanied with sound effects.

Audio Variants:

  • In some cases, the logo is silent.
  • On "Trick or Treason", the last bars of the 1988-1990 "The Chipmunks" outro plays during the logo.

Availability: Seen on the final two seasons of Alvin and the Chipmunks and subsequent Alvin and the Chipmunks specials, including "Rocking With The Chipmunks" and "The Easter Chipmunk".

  • It is still seen on the current Paramount DVD releases of The Chipmunks Go to the Movies and Bagdasarian DVD releases of said Alvin and the Chipmunks specials.
  • The extended logo was only used for "The Chipmunk Library" VHS releases until home media rights to Alvin and the Chipmunks were given to Buena Vista in the early 1990s.

3rd Logo (1998)

Visuals: On a black background, black and white versions of The Chipmunks in their 1960s designs appear with the text "SIMON-ALVIN-THEODORE" arcing above the chipmunks and "BAGDASARIAN PRODUCTIONS" arcing below, with the combined text forming a full circle around the chipmunks.

Technique: Computerized graphics.

Audio: None.

Availability: Its only known appearance is on a 1998 screener tape for The Chipmunk Adventure.

4th Logo (November 15, 2011)


Visuals: On a black background, there is an image of the 1961 version of Alvin holding a harmonica in his hand with black silhouettes of paparazzis behind him. Underneath him is the black text "bagdasarian productions". This is their print logo.

Technique: Flash animated graphics.

Audio: None.

Availability: It was used on the game Alvin and the Chipmunks: Chipwrecked for the Wii, Xbox 360, and Nintendo DS. While this print logo had been used for several years by this point on Alvin and the Chipmunks DVD releases and other products related to the series, this is the only known on-screen appearance of this logo.

5th Logo (March 30, 2015-December 2, 2022)


Visuals: In the closing credits, there is the word "B A G D A S A R I A N". Alvin's hat is placed on top of the first "A". Under that, there is "P R O D U C T I O N S" in a smaller font.

Variant: At the beginning of the show, the logo appears through an iris-in effect. "PRESENTS" is below it. After a couple of seconds, the logo transitions to the show's intro.

Technique: A still, digital graphic. 2D computer animation for the opening variant.

Audio: The closing theme. The opening variant uses the beginning of the show's theme song.

Availability: Seen on ALVINNN!!! and the Chipmunks.

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