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Since 1992, Cartoon Network has been home to some of the most iconic and influential cartoons of all time. This fan-favorite network featured nostalgic shows that have aged well and are now considered classics to '90s babies and beyond.

When looking at what makes something "classic," any Cartoon Network show aired from the late '90s to the end of the 2000s is fair game. Any series that adults today watched as children back then are prime for the picking. Of course, not everything in Cartoon Network's history has aged well, but many classic Cartoon Network shows have managed to stand the test of time.

Updated on March 26, 2025, by Robbie Robinson: A lot of people have grown up watching shows on Cartoon Network. As streaming services have become the norm, most children these days miss out on the joys of scrolling through the channel guide and waiting for their favorite shows to come on.

Children's entertainment has occupied a special place in television since the early Saturday morning cartoons of the 1930s. Beginning with classic Disney and Looney Tunes characters, almost a century later, children's television has earned a reputation for fun, escapist, and wholesome storytelling. Recent decades have also seen the rise of more mature kids' TV series, some of which have maintained the love of audiences well into adulthood.

Kids' shows can range from all-ages cartoon sitcoms to superhero stories, encompassing some of the most iconic franchises in media. Thanks to a combination of quality and nostalgia, many of these series transcend generations and genres, standing out as some of the best shows on television. From its bright, engaging characters to its timeless, enjoyable fun, children's entertainment has something to love for everyone.

Updated on March 14, 2025, by Lauren Younkin: The animation industry is continually innovating, drawing inspiration from the many great shows that built its foundation.

During the early 2000s, Cartoon Network boasted an embarrassment of riches in terms of the volume of high-quality shows on its platform. Cult classic series like Teen Titans, The Powerpuff Girls, Codename: Kids Next Door, Samurai Jack, and Ed, Edd, n Eddy were daily fixtures on the network, delivering round-the-clock entertainment to its largely Gen Z audience. Beloved series such as Johnny Test, Total Drama Island, Totally Spies, Chowder and Ben 10 also helped establish Cartoon Network's golden age. While most Cartoon Network series carry a lighthearted, playful tone, there is one series with a hilariously dark origin story that surprisingly became a network favorite — The Grim Adventures of Billy & Mandy.

The Grim Adventures of Billy & Mandy is an animated television series created by Maxwell Atoms for Cartoon Network. The series is centered around the exploits of Billy (Richard Steven Horvitz), an idiotic and happy-go-lucky boy; Mandy (Grey DeLisle), a deadpan,...

Rola Bauer will executive produce Amazon’s “Totally Spies!” and “Pompeii: A Day of Fire” after recently exiting her previous executive role at the company.

Bauer has been added as non-writing executive producer for both live-action series in the wake of her departure as Amazon’s head of Pan-English scripted originals. She left the role in late October to “return to her entrepreneurial roots” as an independent producer.

“Totally Spies!” and “Pompeii: A Day of Fire” are currently in development at Amazon MGM Studios, with both series drawing from existing IP.

The live-action series of “Totally Spies!” draws from the animated series, which is in production on its eighth season. The YA series of the same name will follow stylish best friends Clover, Alex and Sam as they navigate saving the world as international spies, while trying to survive the ups and downs of first year college life, per the official logline.

Rola Bauer is staying in the Amazon family.

Bauer, who was Head of Pan-English scripted originals at the company before departing at the end of last year, has boarded two high-profile scripted projects that are in development at Prime Video.

The Tandem Productions co-founder, who joined MGM as President, International Television Productions in 2020 before it was acquired by the tech giant, will serve as an exec producer on its live-action remake of kids series Totally Spies! and Pompeii: A Day of Fire, which comes from Michael Hirst and Ridley Scott.

It’s not unusual for a former buyer to return to projects that they originally shepherded, as an independent producer.

Totally Spies! is based on the long-running French animated kids series that debuted in 2002. It is currently in production on its eighth season and has produced close to 200 episodes. The live-action adaptation of the series, which comes from Banijay Kids & Family,...

Banijay Group, the listed company which comprises film and TV production, distribution, live entertainment and gaming, posted record results for 2024 which reached €4.8 billion (5.2 billion).

Banijay’s adjusted Ebitda was also up by 22% to €900 million ($971 million), and saw an acceleration in the last quarter with 32.8% spike, while adjusted net income also rose by 29.3% at current currencies to €418 million.

Banijay’s French-headquartered TV production and distribution division, which is behind hits including “Survivor” and “Peaky Blinders,” and the live entertainment division, posted flat results of €3.3 billion ($3.5 billion). Content production revenue in 2024 stood at €2.6 billion ($2.8 billion), down 2.8% compared to 2023. The last quarter of 2024 was up 6.2% thanks to major scripted show which were delivered at the end of the year.

In unveiling its results, Banijay said 2024 was a though year for the TV content industry as “major streaming platforms reduced their spending and prioritized their return to profitability, primarily impacting premium English scripted content.

The Saturday Night Live 50th anniversary brought together some of the show's greatest stars for one night only. Perhaps no other SNL alumni have reached the same heights as Eddie Murphy and Will Ferrell. So which comedy icon has a higher net worth?

Murphy and Ferrell were both centerpieces of their respective casts. They comedy taste helped define Saturday Night Live during their eras. And both left SNL to develop lucrative movie careers that continue to this day.

Thanks to Saturday Night Live's 50th anniversary special, Murphy and Ferrell even got to share the stage in a sketch. It was a nice reminder of how many stars SNL has created and what sketch comedy can look like when two all-time greats are front and center.

What is Eddie Murphy's net worth in 2025?

Eddie Murphy, 63, left Saturday Night Live as arguably comedy's biggest draw. His stand-up comedy tour earned him millions,...

In a classic episode of "The Simpsons," routine ne'er do well and lovestruck youngster Bart Simpson can't figure out why he's not boyfriend material. "Is it my overbite, the fact that I've been wearing the same clothes day in and day out for the past five years?" Of course, now it's been a bit more than five years given that "The Simpsons" is the longest-running primetime scripted series ever. In fact, the matter of a routine wardrobe stretches across all long-running animated characters, literally stitching their outfits into their iconic look. Just like Lisa Simpson's dress that's shaped like a badminton shuttlecock or Peter Griffin's white shirt and green trousers combo, all of these iconic characters wear the same thing over and over again. But why is that the case? The answer is far more sensible than you think and is a trick that stretches back to some...

Isabella Strahan became an inspiration for many as she shared her cancer diagnosis with the world. A few months back, Michael Strahan’s daughter had made headlines when her cancer went into remission. Since then, Isabella has made many notable appearances. One recent outing even saw her with a prominent boxer.

Isabella Strahan Shared News Of Her Diagnosis Back In 2023

Isabella is the daughter of former professional football player and TV personality Michael Strahan. Born in December 2004, she also has a twin sister, Sophia.

Isabella shared her cancer diagnosis back in 2023, around the time she was about to start college at USC. She had been diagnosed with medulloblastoma, a form of brain tumor. Finishing up her chemotherapy in the summer of 2024, she has since been keeping fans updated about her life on social media.

As noted by Essentially Sports, Isabella is now officially cancer-free. She has also returned to USC...

There have been so many iconic shows that have defined Cartoon Network over the last three decades, like Dexter's Lab, The Powerpuff Girls, Chowder, Courage the Cowardly Dog, and Adventure Time – just to name a few. However, in terms of action series, there is no name as beloved on the network as Totally Spies. The French show originally ran for six seasons, from 2001 to 2015, but hasn't had a new season in over a decade. That changes soon, as Totally Spies Season 7 has found a new home stateside for 2025.

Cartoons have been running alongside television for nearly as long as the medium has been available, with some decades like the 1980s and 1990s bringing iconic shows that are still called upon fondly years after their release. That said, as of late, the 2000s' cartoon offerings have begun to be considered classics of their own and join the annuls of well-regarded and often-compared-to cartoons that newer releases take inspiration and guidance from. That said, not every cartoon of the 2000s has been widely celebrated, and some of them stand taller among the rest in the minds of viewers.

Some of the greatest '00s shows sadly have no official or complete releases available, meaning that fans have only their memories, well-preserved clips or the rare full-length episode to lean on if they want to relive the experience and share it with others. Covering a range of the decade's popular trends...

"Totally Spies!", the animated spy-fi series created by Vincent Chalvon-Demersay and David Michel, for Zodiak Kids & Family Studio France, will air Season Seven on Cartoon Network in 2025, with Amazon MGM Studios also developing a live-action TV series, to be executive produced by actor Will Ferrell:

"...the series focuses around the adventures of three teenage girls from Beverly Hills, USA – 'Sam', 'Clover' and 'Alex' – who live a double life as secret agents working for the 'World Organization of Human Protection' ('Woohp').

"The girls are recruited by the organization's leader, 'Jerry', to solve worsening crime conditions that arise across the globe. The spies sport colourful latex jumpsuits and are provided with various gadgets to aid in their investigations.

"Their primary missions involve dealing with disgruntled and vengeful criminals who have been inconvenienced in some form in the past. Other missions have the same villains plotting revenge on the spies by ruining their personal lives.

Anyone who remembers Totally Spies! from its original air date in 2001 must be excited about the live-action adaptation coming soon and already considering who could play the main trio. Clover, Alex, and Sam ran missions for the World Organization of Human Protection (Woohp) in Totally Spies!. The French cartoon earned a cult following all around the world in the 2000s. Now that Amazon Prime Video is working on a live-action Totally Spies!, casting will be underway soon for the show's three main spies, their adversaries, and their allies.

The news of Amazon Prime Video's upcoming live-action series comes not too long after a surprise Totally Spies! season 7 comeback for the animated series. It is clearly the year of Totally Spies!, and the franchise intends to take the world by storm. The series initially ended in 2013 after six seasons of California-based spy-fi action, but Gulli brought it back to France for...

Spies! – Cyber Mission enters the gaming landscape as a nostalgia trip for fans who grew up watching the animated series, while also exposing a new generation to the world of Sam, Clover, and Alex. Set in Singapore, this stealth puzzle game is the franchise’s first console release in 15 years, promising an interactive experience that captures the flavor of the popular show.

The game immerses players in the latest season’s story, following the three spy students as they complete missions using unique gadgets and particular skills. With a backdrop of worldwide espionage and high school drama, Cyber Mission aims to combine the original series’ lighthearted spirit with modern gaming techniques. Players can take on missions single or in local teams, stepping into the shoes of these renowned young spies as they solve problems that feel like interactive program episodes.

While the game has certain technical limitations, it is a...

Scaring Up A Big Win

Jon Bell’s “The Moogai” was Saturday named winner of the Film Prize at Western Australia’s CinefestOZ festival. With a cash award of A$100,000, it is one of the richest film festival prizes in the world.

Sarah and Fergus, a hopeful young Aboriginal couple, give birth to their second baby. But what should be a joyous time of their lives becomes sinister when Sarah starts seeing a malevolent spirit that she is convinced is trying to take her baby. Fergus, can’t see it but desperately wants to believe her. He does not know if the child-stealing spirit real or is Sarah is in fact the biggest threat to the safety of their family. The film stars Shari Sebbens and Meyne Wyatt.

It is produced by Kristina Ceyton, Mitchell Stanely and Samantha Jennings and coproduced by Alex White. International sales are handled by the U.

Sunday Spy Club offers a nostalgic dive into Y2K girl power with a hilarious cast of characters and thrilling espionage. The actual play series emphasizes the importance of female friendships and showcases the supportive dynamics between the characters. The production aspect, from the colorful set design to the diverse representation, highlights the importance of supporting independent studios.

PixelCircus is taking fans back to Y2K with their all-new four-part series, Sunday Spy Club. Sunday Spy Club follows a group of friends who are part of the spy club at their college, but things take a turn when they are thrown into the dangerous world of actual espionage. With only their wits and friendship to keep them safe these four young women will do whatever it takes to protect their friends.

Based on beloved female espionage series Totally Spies! and Charlies Angels, Sunday Spy Club hits the nostalgia of the...

Danny Antonucci, creator of Ed, Edd n Eddy, opposes a reboot and believes it would fail. He welcomes Cartoon Network to create new content but has no interest in participating. Ed, Edd n Eddy was a personal project for Antonucci, based on his life experiences, and he cherishes the memories of its creation.

Danny Antonucci, the creator of Ed, Edd n Eddy, has spoken out about his time working on the series and shut down possible ideas for a reboot, flat-out saying that a reboot would not work. The series lasted for five seasons over eight years and was wrapped up in a television movie, Ed, Edd n Eddy's Big Picture Show, in 2009. During a discussion with Animation Magazine, Antonucci says that he felt a great sense of achievement, having done what he set out to do, and believes that a reboot concept would not work despite fans wanting...

Totally Spies! returns with Will Ferrell as producer for a young adult adaptation on Amazon. Three best friends navigate the spy world while balancing college life in the new series. Live-action reboots can be a hit or miss, but Totally Spies! aims to break the trend with a strong team.

Totally Spies!, the 2001 animated cult classic series, is slated for a return at Amazon with a new format, and Will Ferrell is slated to serve as a producer. A seventh season of the cartoon created by Vincent Chalvon-Demersay and David Michel began airing recently in France and is set to begin airing in the United States on Cartoon Network later this year.

Variety reported that the new live-action series is currently in the works at Amazon with Will Ferrell as part of a collaboration between Amazon MGM Studios and Banijay Kids & Family. The series is slated to be a young...

Will Ferrell's involvement in the Totally Spies reboot sparks excitement for fans dreaming of a live-action adaptation of the cult classic. The upcoming series will feature a more mature tone as it follows the trio through college, offering a new twist on the beloved characters. Ferrell's potential role as Jerry, the boss of the teen spies, could showcase his versatile comedic talents in this YA adaptation.

The news that Will Ferrell is an executive producer on the new live-action Totally Spies reboot means that one optimistic fancasting dream could become a reality. Totally Spies was an animated spy series that blended tween cartoon comedy with outlandish action sequences. The French series followed a trio of teenage spies living in Beverly Hills who worked as secret agents while also simultaneously maintaining a normal life as high school students. Airing over 200 episodes, Totally Spies was a colorful, silly cult classic that...

Quick Links The Totally Spies! Live-Action Series Is Confirmed Who Is Making The Totally Spies! Live-Action Series? The Totally Spies! Live-Action Series Story Details The Live-Action Totally Spies! Series: Further News & Info Totally Spies! is being adapted into a live-action series with a young adult take on the material. Will Ferrell serves as executive producer for the upcoming project alongside Amazon MGM Studios. The live-action version will feature the beloved characters as first-year college students in new spy adventures.

The beloved 2000s cartoon series Totally Spies! is being adapted into a live-action show, and there are already a ton of exciting updates about the new project. Created for French television by Vincent Chalvon-Demersay and David Michel, Totally Spies! concerns three agents of Woohp, a spy organization that is tasked with protecting citizens from various threats, as they also try to balance their lives as ordinary teens. The show quickly took...

The release of First Omen has encouraged many fans to revisit The Omen franchise ( Photo Credit – Facebook )

First Omen has rekindled the viewers’ interest in the classic horror franchise The Omen, prompting many fans to revisit the iconic series. Here, we have explored The Omen franchise in a chronological order. This series has left an indelible mark on the horror genre, and understanding its sequence will enhance your viewing experience, allowing you to appreciate the evolution of its dark and haunting story.

First Omen (2024) Director: Arkasha Stevenson Cast: Nell Tiger Free, Ralph Ineson, Sonia Braga, Tawfeek Barhom, Maria Caballero Available on: Hulu (US) & Disney Plus hotstar (India) IMDb rating: 6.5/10

Begin your journey into the omen franchise with the movie First Omen that sets the plot in motion for the birth of the Antichrist. Nell Tiger Free stars as a nun sent to a secretive church in Rome, where she unravels...

Emily Carey recently shared her excitement regarding a second season of Geek Girl ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

Netflix’s teen binge-drama Geek Girl has recently dropped and has become an obsession for almost every fashion lover. Starring the House of the Dragon star Emily Carey, the show centers around an awkward teenager Harriet Manners whose life changes after she is scouted by a top modeling agency. Based on Holly Smale’s YA novel series, the show’s exciting plot has garnered a lot of attention. But will there be more of Harriet Manners or was it the end of her storyline? Let’s explore.

Is Geek Girl Getting Renewed For Season 2?

While the show has recently just dropped on the streaming platform, there is no update for the next season yet. But Emily Carey has shared her excitement for the second season. While the first season has ended, the actress believed...

Bade Miyan Chote Miyan Beats Godzilla Minus One On Netflix ( Photo Credit – YouTube )

Akshay Kumar and Tiger Shroff’s action-packed film Bade Miyan Chote Miyan might not have been that successful in bringing audiences to the theatres, but it seems to entertain viewers online quite well. It is enjoying one of the top spots on Netflix’s weekly global top 10 films list [non-english]. The movie has beaten Godzilla Minus One with a marginal difference. Keep scrolling for the deets.

The movie was directed by Ali Abbas Zafar, who is known for helming films like Sultan, Tiger Zinda Hai, and Bharat. It featured Akshay and Tiger as the main leads; these actors have made a name for themselves in the action space. Although Akshay is far more senior than Tiger, the latter hardly has any actor who does stunts like Shroff. It was a great combination, but unfortunately, the viewers did not...

"Totally Spies!", the animated spy-fi series created by Vincent Chalvon-Demersay and David Michel, for Zodiak Kids & Family Studio France, is not only airing a new Season Seven on Cartoon Network, but Amazon MGM Studios is also officially developing a “Totally Spies” live-action TV series, to be executive produced by actor Will Ferrell:

"...the series focuses around the adventures of three teenage girls from Beverly Hills, USA – 'Sam', 'Clover' and 'Alex' – who live a double life as secret agents working for the 'World Organization of Human Protection' ('Woohp').

"The girls are recruited by the organization's leader, 'Jerry', to solve worsening crime conditions that arise across the globe. The spies sport colourful latex jumpsuits and are provided with various gadgets to aid in their investigations.

"Their primary missions involve dealing with disgruntled and vengeful criminals who have been inconvenienced in some form in the past. Other missions have the...

Amazon Announces ‘Totally Spies!’ Live-Action Adaptation (Photo Credit –Facebook)

The world’s favorite teenage spies are arriving in a new avatar! A live-action adaptation of the hit animated series Totally Spies! is currently in development at Amazon. The French cartoon, which first premiered in 2001, has seen a surge in its popularity recently with the release of its rebooted seventh season.

Totally Spies! tells the story of three Beverly Hills-based teenage girls, Sam, Clover, and Alex, who work as secret agents for the fictional organization, the World Organization of Human Protection (Woohp), leading a double life.

Totally Spies! to Get a Live-Action Series Adaptation

The live-action Totally Spies! series will follow Sam, Clover, and Alex as they navigate their first year at college while working as international spies for Woohp. Will Ferrell is an executive producer of the project, which is being produced by Amazon MGM Studios and Banijay Kids & Family.

Totally Spies! reboot with Will Ferrell as producer promises to stay true to the original show's humor and empowering female characters. Series will focus on Alex, Clover, and Sam in college, skipping their high school years, maintaining the cartoon's tone and spirit. Recent live-action adaptations of animated shows have been hit or miss, making fans cautious about the success of Totally Spies! reboot.

If you remember watching Cartoon Network's blocks of anime and anime-inspired shows on weekday evenings in the 2000s, then you probably caught an episode or twelve of Totally Spies! Although I can't recall what played after Totally Spies!, I distinctly remember falling in love with the spyfi series out of the blue. The French anime-influenced show amassed a cult following in France over the course of its 7-season run, and, despite some network-hopping, was pretty popular in the US too. A teenage Charlie's Angels, Totally Spies!

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The live-action TV series adaptation of Totally Spies! is poised to be an exciting project that will bring a cult classic French cartoon series into a new era.

This announcement has sparked a wave of excitement among both nostalgic viewers who grew up with the series and a new generation eager to join the thrilling adventures of Sam, Clover, and Alex finally brought to life.

Totally Spies to Receive Live-Action Series Adaptation

Longtime fans of Totally Spies! are in for a huge treat as the cult classic created by Vincent Chalvon-Demersay and David Michel has been confirmed to receive a live-action TV series adaptation at Prime Video.

With nearly 200 episodes since it debuted in 2001, Totally Spies! is finally receiving a live-action treatment that will be led by executive producer Will Ferrel, alongside female-focused producers Jessica Elbaum...

A Totally Spies! live-action series in the works at Amazon MGM Studios, with a focus on a young adult spin and female empowerment. The new show's plot is said to follow that of the original animated series, following three friends as they balance coming-of-age with being spies. Will Ferrell will serve as an executive producer along with his production company.

A live-action series adaptation of Totally Spies! is in the works at Amazon. Originally created by Vincent Chalvon-Demersay and David Michel, the original animated series premiered in 2001 and ran for over 200 episodes from that year until 2015. Totally Spies! season 7 was recently announced and began to air in France in May 2024, with a U.S. release planned on Cartoon Network later this year.

The success of Totally Spies! led to a prequel film titled Totally Spies! The Movie and a spinoff series, The Amazing Spiez!.

Now, Variety has reported that a live-action iteration of Totally Spies!

The Outlander prequel series is enlisting some family members for its latest bit of wee casting.

The real-life sons of Outlander alums Stephen Walters and Grant O’Rourke will portrayer the younger versions of their characters, Angus Mhor and Rupert MacKenzie, respectively, in Blood of My Blood, the actors announced on Instagram. Watch the reveal below.

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Sacré bleu! Will Ferrell is brushing up on his French for a live-action adaptation of the cult cartoon series Totally Spies! at Amazon! Ferrell is executive-producing the YA adaptation based on the Banijay Kids animated show. Totally Spies! focuses on Clover, Alex, and Sam, three international spies executing life-threatening missions while navigating a turbulent first year at college. Totally Spies! is like Charlie’s Angels with a French twist, Clueless-like humor, and Mission: Impossible-style action.

The Totally Spies! live-action project is from Amazon MGM Studios and Banijay Kids & Family. Amazon’s head of Pan-English original content, Rola Bauer, is leading the charge. Will Ferrell executive produces alongside Jessica Elbaum and Alix Taylor through Gloria Sanches Productions. Banijay Kids & Family CEO Benoît Di Sabatino also executive produces.

“Totally Spies!’ is a huge success for Banijay Kids & Family, having been translated in 60 languages and sold to more than 220 territories,” Di Sabatino said.

In an official announcement made by Warner Bros. Discovery Emea and French kids network Gulli at the Annecy Film Festival, the hit French animated series, Totally Spies!, is set to return for an eighth season. Debuting in 2002, the show was an instant hit and lasted for another five seasons before being dropped. After years of the fandom crying out for more, a seventh season was finally made, and has recently begun airing on the French network Gulli as of May 12, 2024. However, for fans in the US and around the world, the wait is still on for the seventh season to arrive, with episodes expected to arrive globally later this year on Warner Bros. Discoverys channels and platforms.

Warner Bros. Discovery Emea and French kids network Gulli have ordered an eighth season of hit French animated series Totally Spies!. The companies made the announcement at the Annecy film festival this week.

The beloved anime-influenced series follows Sam, Clover and Alex, three teenage girls from Beverly Hills, who work as undercover agents for the World Organization of Human Protection (Woohp).

Originally created by Vincent Chalvon-Demersay and David Michel for Zodiak Kids & Family France, Totally Spies! was a global success, running for six seasons from 2001 through 2012. Seasons 3 to 5 were co-produced with Canadian group Image Entertainment Corporation. In the U.S., Totally Spies! aired on ABC Family, the Cartoon Network and Universal Kids. There was also a feature film spinoff in 2009.

After an 11-year hiatus, Zodiak parent company Banijay Kids & Family relaunched the franchise with a seventh season, which bowed on Gulli, the kids’ network owned by French commercial broadcaster M6,...

French free TV giant TF1 Group has signed a deal with national industry associations pledging to boost funding for animation films and series and to give more exposure to kids’ cartoons on air.

The agreement, announced at the Annecy animation film festival on Wednesday, will see TF1 commit to earmarking 6 percent of its overall production budget to the funding of French or European original animated works, up from the current quota of 5.2 percent, and to double the volume of kids’ programming carried on free-to-air network Tfx from 150 to 300 hours, with at least 200 hours devoted to animated works. TF1 will implement the changes from 2025 on.

The broadcast group inked the new deal with associations representing writers, producers, directors and distributors across the French industry, as well as with animation production association AnimFrance. TF1 said the new deal significantly improved the group’s rights position for the productions it backs, but did not give further details.

Annecy, France — Banijay Kids & Family, behind hit “Totally Spies!” and “Mr Bean: The Animated Series,” has unveiled first deals on “Froggie,” crowned best TV pilot at early June’s Cartoons on the Bay Pulcinella Awards.

In deals which suggest one way much Annecy-announced business will go, Spanish pubcaster Rtve and top French kids channel Gulli, have acquired rights to Spain and France respectively.

Both are among the biggest and most established players in Western Europe’s children’s entertainment. The deals come as players large and small seek to sever a dependence on streaming platform buys in favour of tried-and-tested traditional outlets such as state-backed operators and big commercial players. Gulli, for example, forms part of France’s M6 Group.

The buys rep first deals unveiled on “Froggie,” produced by Paris-based studio Monello Productions, part of Banijay Kids & Family), and Barcelona’s Pikkukala and presented to success at last September’s Cartoon Forum.

Totally Spies! season 7 is confirmed for 2024, with the French premiere on May 12. The original voice cast may be replaced for the new season, per Jennifer Hale's X post. Season 7 storyline details are still under wraps, but promise familiar elements.

Totally Spies! season 7 is the next installment of the French anime-inspired spy-fi series from creators Vincent Chalvon-Demersay and David Michel, and 2024 has seen some interesting news regarding release dates for the show. Despite being a French series, Totally Spies! debuted first in the United States in November 2001 on ABC Family. The series has had something of a complex distribution and release schedule since then. In the U.S., the show remained with ABC for one season before moving to Cartoon Network's animation lineup for seasons 2-5. The sixth season premiered on Universal Kids five years after season 5.

Totally Spies! The Movie came out between seasons 4 and 5, in 2009, and was...

"Totally Spies!", the anime-influenced animated spy-fi series created by Vincent Chalvon-Demersay and David Michel, from Zodiak Kids & Family Studio France, is in post-production on Season Seven, airing in 2024 on Cartoon Network:

"...the series focuses around the adventures of three teenage girls from Beverly Hills, USA – 'Sam', 'Clover' and 'Alex' – who live a double life as secret agents working for the 'World Organization of Human Protection' ('Woohp').

"The girls are recruited by the organization's leader, 'Jerry', to solve worsening crime conditions that arise across the globe. The spies sport colourful latex jumpsuits and are provided with various gadgets to aid in their investigations.

"Their primary missions involve dealing with disgruntled and vengeful criminals who have been inconvenienced in some form in the past. Other missions have the same villains plotting revenge on the spies by ruining their personal lives. Framing each episode is a subplot that focuses on...

"Totally Spies!", the anime-influenced animated spy-fi series created by Vincent Chalvon-Demersay and David Michel, from Zodiak Kids & Family Studio France, is in post-production on Season Seven, airing in 2024 on Cartoon Network:

"...the series focuses around the adventures of three teenage girls from Beverly Hills, USA – 'Sam', 'Clover' and 'Alex' – who live a double life as secret agents working for the 'World Organization of Human Protection' ('Woohp').

"The girls are recruited by the organization's leader, 'Jerry', to solve worsening crime conditions that arise across the globe. The spies sport colourful latex jumpsuits and are provided with various gadgets to aid in their investigations.

"Their primary missions involve dealing with disgruntled and vengeful criminals who have been inconvenienced in some form in the past. Other missions have the same villains plotting revenge on the spies by ruining their personal lives. Framing each episode is a subplot that focuses on...

"Totally Spies!", the anime-influenced animated spy-fi series created by Vincent Chalvon-Demersay and David Michel, from Zodiak Kids & Family Studio France, is in post-production on Season Seven, airing in 2024 on Cartoon Network:

"...the series focuses around the adventures of three teenage girls from Beverly Hills, USA – 'Sam', 'Clover' and 'Alex' – who live a double life as secret agents working for the 'World Organization of Human Protection' ('Woohp').

"The girls are recruited by the organization's leader, 'Jerry', to solve worsening crime conditions that arise across the globe. The spies sport colourful latex jumpsuits and are provided with various gadgets to aid in their investigations.

"Their primary missions involve dealing with disgruntled and vengeful criminals who have been inconvenienced in some form in the past. Other missions have the same villains plotting revenge on the spies by ruining their personal lives. Framing each episode is a subplot that focuses on...

Warning: Spoilers for The Devil's Cut #1

Dstlry's first anthology publication, The Devil's Cut #1, offers a diverse range of stories from top creative talent in the industry. The anthology stands out for its artistic ambition and includes horror, sci-fi, spy, and period pieces, among others. The stories that depart from genre conventions and embrace unique settings and characters, like Cloonan and Lotay's witchy romance set during the Black Plague, are what will make Dstlry stand out as a publisher.

The first anthology publication from new comics publisher Dstlry has finally been released, and it offers an impressive spread of stories from some of the industry's top talent. Between a few sci-fi epics, one frothy spy story, a hint of classic horror, and more, The Devil's Cut #1 "sampler" has something that should catch every reader's eye.

An experimental effort from two former ComiXology executives, Dstlry is the newest publisher to enter the comics market.

Temtem, the popular multiplayer creature-collection game, is set for a series adaptation with Josh Hamilton (“Avatar: The Last Airbender”) on board as showrunner.

Somewhere Animation, which is part of Mediawan Kids & Family company, and the L.A.-based banner Marla Studios have teamed up to produce a comedy-adventure series based on the game.

The Japanese-style game, often compared with Pokémon, was developed by the Spanish studio Crema and released in 2020. It’s set on the Airborne Archipelago, six colorful and diverse islands, where humans live alongside feathery creatures called Temtem.

The series, comprising 26 half-hour episodes, will follow heroes of different cultures joining forces with Temtems to win epic battles. The show’s inspirational motto is “What makes us different makes us stronger together.”

Aimed at children aged 6 and above, “Temtem” is being spearheaded by Hamilton, who notably penned the series “Avatar: The Last Airbender,” which received the Kids’ Choice...

Even though the 2000s produced some of the most iconic cartoons on television, it also had some of the worst. Many 2000s cartoons have aged poorly with crude jokes and art styles that didn't collect with fans.

Related: 10 90s Shows With Better Animation Than Anything Currently AiringNo network was safe from bad cartoons in the 2000s, with Cartoon Network, Disney Channel, and Nickelodeon being some of the biggest culprits of releasing poorly written animated shows that made fans cringe more than they laughed. Even though some of the worst cartoons plagued the 2000s, there were enough good ones to keep networks afloat and save their reputations. However, cartoon fans will never forget the worst cartoons from the 2000s.

6teen

6teen was meant to appeal to teen cartoon lovers by creating relatable characters that viewers could connect with. However, 6teen relied on teenage stereotypes too much, making the characters feel shallow and underdeveloped.

My Adventures with Superman is the Man of Steel's first new animated series in decades, and it looks a bit different from what some might expect. Seemingly combining superhero action with the slice of life interactions between Lois Lane and Clark Kent, it's a very different kind of adaptation for the character. That's on top of the animation, which puts it more in line with One-Punch Man than the classic Superman: The Animated Series.

For this reason, many are wondering if the new Superman cartoon is actually an anime. After all, it wouldn't look out of place on streaming services such as Crunchyroll, especially given Superman and Lois' designs. The answer to that question, however, is a bit more complicated than a simple yes or no, even if it leans more toward the latter.

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A fan-favorite animated series is being revived on Cartoon Network. The emergence of Warner Bros. Discovery, after the high-profile merger of the two entities, has had a notable impact on Cartoon Network Studios. The movie and television production company, which helped create shows like Dexter's Laboratory, Johnny Bravo, and The Powerpuff Girls, merged with sister studio Warner Bros. Animation. The news came after several decisions that specifically impacted animation, including removing over 30 animated titles from HBO Max.

In the latest Cartoon Network news, IGN is reporting that the channel is reviving Totally Spies! The project is being eyed for a 2024 debut, and it will air on Cartoon Network in the U.S. Internationally, in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa, it will stream on Max (which is the rebranded name for HBO Max). According to the report, the new Totally Spies! series will function as a reboot and see the...

Emmanuelle Bouilhaguet, a TV industry veteran who ran Lagardere Studios Distribution for a decade, has joined The Oligarchs Group (Tog), the banner behind Eric Rochant’s hit spy series “The Bureau,” as managing director.

The Paris-based company was founded in 2008 by French-American producer Alex Berger and Rochant, the French show runner and director. The outfit’s best-known credits is “The Bureau,” the Canal Plus original series which has been a commercial and critical hit at home and abroad, traveling to more than 110 territories around the world. A U.S. remake is currently being developed at Paramount.

In a newly-created role at Tog, Bouilhaguet will be in charge of driving and expanding the strategy and business opportunities of the company and its subsidiaries.

The seasoned executive will also oversee production, licensing, marketing and distribution of all contents and brands.

“For our next chapter of growth, the team and I couldn’t...

Paris -- French animated movie "Totally Spies" will get a designer makeover with fashion icon Karl Lagerfeld set to lend his voice to the film, the film's producer Marathon Media confirmed Wednesday.

Pascal Jardin's animated action film based on the hit TV series will feature Lagerfeld as the story's "bad guy," Fabu. "Spies" will mark the first time Lagerfeld has lent his voice to an animated title, though Lagerfeld's fashion line Chanel has been ubiquitous on the big screen recently from Jan Kounen's Festival de Cannes closing-night title "Coco Chanel & Igor Stravinsky" to Anne Fontaine's Audrey Tautou starrer "Coco Before Chanel," which will be released stateside in September.

"Spies" is co-produced by Marathon Media alongside France Telecom co-financing powerhouse Studio 37 and Italian shingle Mikado. The 8 million ($11.3 million) film will hit Gallic screens on July 22 via Mars Distribution.

"Spies" is set for a spin around the world, with...