Cartoon Network Unveils News Series, Movies & Live Action
Cartoon Network announced its programming lineup for 2006 during its upfront presentation to advertisers in New York City. In addition to the previously debuted BEN 10 and MY GYM PARTNER’S A MONKEY, original programming also includes SQUIRREL BOY and the highly anticipated series from André Benjamin, CLASS OF 3000, debuting in November; four original movies, including Cartoon Network’s first-ever live-action/animated production, RE-ANIMATED; and new seasons of existing shows.
“Last year, our ratings growth was led by the strength of our original programs,” said Jim Samples, evp/gm of Cartoon Network. “We plan to continue that momentum this year with original movies and events based on some of our biggest hits. With both CLASS OF 3000, from one of the most gifted talents in the music industry, André Benjamin, and SQUIRREL BOY, we are looking forward to another exciting year.”
Created by Everett Peck, SQUIRREL BOY is the animated tale of a squirrel and his boy, slated to premiere in July. CLASS OF 3000 centers around music star Sunny Bridges, who leaves superstardom and comes home to teach at his alma mater, a performing arts school in Atlanta. Co-created by André Benjamin and well-known kids programming producer Tom Lynch, the series will debut in November. Both are produced at Cartoon Network Studios in Burbank, California.
RE-ANIMATED, an original two-hour movie that combines the elements of live action and animation, will be the first production of its kind for the network. The story features 12-year-old Jimmy Roberts who needs an emergency brain transplant and ends up with the brain of a famous cartoonist. Now he sees cartoon characters wherever he goes. RE-ANIMATED was created by Adam Pava and Tim McKeon and is scheduled to premiere in fall 2006.
Three original movies based on original series, FOSTER’S HOME FOR IMAGINARY FRIENDS, CODENAME: KIDS NEXT DOOR and TEEN TITANS will also air this year. Cartoon Network announced plans to produce 12 more animated movies.
Highlights of Cartoon Network’s announcements are as follows:
New Original Series:
SQUIRREL BOY: This classic tale of a squirrel and his boy, by creator/exec producer Peck, will debut in July. Andy and his best friend-and-pet Rodney seek adventure in Andy’s backyard and throughout the neighborhood. Veteran voice actors will bring the series’ characters to life, including Tom Kenny (SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS), Richard Horvitz (THE GRIM ADVENTURES OF BILLY & MANDY), Pamela S. Adlon (KING OF THE HILL, CHICKEN LITTLE) and Kurtwood Smith (Red in THAT ‘70S SHOW).
CLASS OF 3000: The half-hour series featuring a group of musically gifted kids at the Westley School for Performing Arts in Atlanta is set to premiere in November. When former student Sunny Bridges returns to regain something he lost on his way to fame, he brings sunshine to the lives of the culturally diverse students. Benjamin will contribute music and his voice talent to the series. Other cast members are Tom Kenny (SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS, CAMP LAZLO), Crystal Scales (STATIC SHOCK, THE ADVENTURES OF JIMMY NEUTRON), Jennifer Hale (SAMURAI JACK, THE POWERPUFF GIRLS), Janice Kawaye (HI HI PUFFY AMIYUMI) and Jeff Glen Bennet (JOHNNY BRAVO, CAMP LAZLO). The series is produced by the Tom Lynch Co., André Benjamin’s production company, Moxie Turtle and Cartoon Network. Twelve-half hour episodes and a one-hour premiere are being produced at Cartoon Network Studios.
MY GYM PARTNER’S A MONKEY: Going to school is like a trip to the jungle for Adam Lyon. Due to an administrative mix-up, Adam attends Charles Darwin Middle School for animals-where not getting eaten during class constitutes a good day. Luckily for Adam, he has buddy Jake Spider monkey to pal around with. The half-hour series, from creators Julie McNally Cahill and Tim Cahill, debuted on Feb. 24 and airs regularly on Fridays at 9:00 pm.
Original Movies in addition to RE-ANIMATED:
“Last year, our ratings growth was led by the strength of our original programs,” said Jim Samples, evp/gm of Cartoon Network. “We plan to continue that momentum this year with original movies and events based on some of our biggest hits. With both CLASS OF 3000, from one of the most gifted talents in the music industry, André Benjamin, and SQUIRREL BOY, we are looking forward to another exciting year.”
Created by Everett Peck, SQUIRREL BOY is the animated tale of a squirrel and his boy, slated to premiere in July. CLASS OF 3000 centers around music star Sunny Bridges, who leaves superstardom and comes home to teach at his alma mater, a performing arts school in Atlanta. Co-created by André Benjamin and well-known kids programming producer Tom Lynch, the series will debut in November. Both are produced at Cartoon Network Studios in Burbank, California.
RE-ANIMATED, an original two-hour movie that combines the elements of live action and animation, will be the first production of its kind for the network. The story features 12-year-old Jimmy Roberts who needs an emergency brain transplant and ends up with the brain of a famous cartoonist. Now he sees cartoon characters wherever he goes. RE-ANIMATED was created by Adam Pava and Tim McKeon and is scheduled to premiere in fall 2006.
Three original movies based on original series, FOSTER’S HOME FOR IMAGINARY FRIENDS, CODENAME: KIDS NEXT DOOR and TEEN TITANS will also air this year. Cartoon Network announced plans to produce 12 more animated movies.
Highlights of Cartoon Network’s announcements are as follows:
New Original Series:
SQUIRREL BOY: This classic tale of a squirrel and his boy, by creator/exec producer Peck, will debut in July. Andy and his best friend-and-pet Rodney seek adventure in Andy’s backyard and throughout the neighborhood. Veteran voice actors will bring the series’ characters to life, including Tom Kenny (SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS), Richard Horvitz (THE GRIM ADVENTURES OF BILLY & MANDY), Pamela S. Adlon (KING OF THE HILL, CHICKEN LITTLE) and Kurtwood Smith (Red in THAT ‘70S SHOW).
CLASS OF 3000: The half-hour series featuring a group of musically gifted kids at the Westley School for Performing Arts in Atlanta is set to premiere in November. When former student Sunny Bridges returns to regain something he lost on his way to fame, he brings sunshine to the lives of the culturally diverse students. Benjamin will contribute music and his voice talent to the series. Other cast members are Tom Kenny (SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS, CAMP LAZLO), Crystal Scales (STATIC SHOCK, THE ADVENTURES OF JIMMY NEUTRON), Jennifer Hale (SAMURAI JACK, THE POWERPUFF GIRLS), Janice Kawaye (HI HI PUFFY AMIYUMI) and Jeff Glen Bennet (JOHNNY BRAVO, CAMP LAZLO). The series is produced by the Tom Lynch Co., André Benjamin’s production company, Moxie Turtle and Cartoon Network. Twelve-half hour episodes and a one-hour premiere are being produced at Cartoon Network Studios.
MY GYM PARTNER’S A MONKEY: Going to school is like a trip to the jungle for Adam Lyon. Due to an administrative mix-up, Adam attends Charles Darwin Middle School for animals-where not getting eaten during class constitutes a good day. Luckily for Adam, he has buddy Jake Spider monkey to pal around with. The half-hour series, from creators Julie McNally Cahill and Tim Cahill, debuted on Feb. 24 and airs regularly on Fridays at 9:00 pm.
Original Movies in addition to RE-ANIMATED:
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