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The Kids WB! 2006-2007 programming slate kicks off on Sept. 23, 2006, on The CW Network, the new broadcast network launching this month. It features four new, original shows and the return of four established hit series on the Saturday morning schedule.
The five-hour block of programming, targeted at kids 6-11, will introduce a new generation of young viewers to some of the most iconic characters in animation history, via three new series from Warner Bros. Animation: LEGION OF SUPER HEROES, based on the DC Comics characters, featuring Superman in an all-new adventure; SHAGGY & SCOOBY-DOO GET A CLUE! and TOM AND JERRY TALES, according to Betsy McGowen, svp/gm, Kids WB!
Kids WB! also presents the U.S. television premiere of MONSTER ALLERGY, a new half-hour show based upon the international bestselling comicbook series of the same name, produced for by Rainbow S.p.A. in Italy.
The Saturday morning programming block starts off with two back-to-back episodes of WBAs KRYPTO THE SUPERDOG, airing on KidsWB! It was selected in close consultation with educational media advisor Miki Baumgarten Ph.D., to ensure it fully meets federally mandated educational and informational (E/I) programming requirements.
Kids WB! series returning to the fall schedule include THE BATMAN with Robin the Boy Wonder joining the Caped Crusader in his crimefighting exploits; LOONATICS UNLEASHED and XIAOLIN SHOWDOWN, all produced by WBA, as well as JOHNNY TEST, produced by Cookie Jar Ent.
The 2006-2007 Kids WB! programming schedule, along with information about the respective series, follows. In some markets, the schedule may vary. Check local listings for dates and times.
7:00-7:30 am, KRYPTO THE SUPERDOG (E/I Compliant)7:30-8:00 am, KRYPTO THE SUPERDOG (E/I Compliant)8:00-8:30 am, MONSTER ALLERGY8:30-9:00 am, TOM AND JERRY TALES9:00-9:30 am, SHAGGY & SCOOBY-DOO GET A CLUE!9:30-10:00 am, JOHNNY TEST10:00-10:30 am, LEGION OF SUPER HEROES10:30-11:00 am, THE BATMAN11:00-11:30 am, XIAOLIN SHOWDOWN11:30 am-12:00 pm, LOONATICS UNLEASHED
KRYPTO THE SUPERDOG chronicles the comedic canine adventures of a Metropolis day-saving super dog from the planet Krypton. Krypto jettisons to Earth after orbiting countless years in space as a test-pilot puppy aboard a malfunctioning rocket ship built by Superman's father. The fully-grown Krypto swiftly seeks out companionship on Earth and finds it with Kevin Whitney, a young boy who also longs for friendship. Endowed with an amazing array of superhero powers, ranging from heat vision to super strength to flying, Krypto partners with Kevin to fight threats to the safety and well being of the people and animals of Metropolis. The series is exec produced by Sander Schwartz and produced by Linda Steiner and Paul Dini.
MONSTER ALLERGY features 12-year-old Zick, who, due to his allergies, discovers he has the exceptional ability to see what no other kids his age can: the invisible supernatural monsters that live among us. Teamed up with his next-door neighbor, Elena, and mentored by his talking cat, Timothy, Zick learns to harness his powers to follow in his father's footsteps to become a Monster Tamer. MONSTER ALLERGY is exec produced by Iginio Straffi for Rainbow S.p.A.
The iconic superstars Tom and Jerry star in their first new U.S. television series in more than 13 years, TOM AND JERRY TALES. In this half-hour program from WBA and exec producers Schwartz and toon pioneer Joseph Barbera, Tom and Jerry return to basics, chasing each other in all-new series of hilarious cartoon shorts. With endless rivalry and slapstick gags, this cat-and-mouse comedy team scrambles, slides and creates over-the-top mayhem. Frank Molieri and Tom Minton serve as producers.
Quivering sleuths Shaggy and his lovable Great Dane, Scooby-Doo, are back in a new adventure, SHAGGY & SCOOBY-DOO GET A CLUE! Shaggy inherits a fortune from his Uncle Albert (the brilliant Dr. Albert Shaggleford), moves with Scooby into his newly bequeathed mansion and uncovers the evil Dr. Phineus Phibes plot to steal his uncles invention. Cleverly hidden in the form of Scooby Snacks, the invention in these snacks give Scooby amazing powers that they may use to defeat the devious Dr. Phibes. SHAGGY & SCOOBY-DOO GET A CLUE! is exec produced by Schwartz and Barbera, co-founder of Hanna-Barbera, and produced by Radomski.
JOHNNY TEST is action/comedy chronicles series the adventures of the fearless 11-year-old boy, Johnny, his genetically engineered super dog, Dukey, and his 13-year-old super-genius scientist twin sisters, Susan and Mary, who try to solve the trials and tribulations of adolescent angst with out-of-this-world scientific experiments, using Johnny as their willing guinea pig. In season two, Johnny and Dukey will create their own TV network, make their own extreme ice cream, travel back in time and even build a brand-new dad. JOHNNY TEST is exec produced by Toper Taylor for Cookie Jar Ent.
Kids WB! is proud to present a new series, LEGION OF SUPER HEROES, inspired by the DC Comics legend and developed especially as the anchor series for its programming block by WBA. One thousand years from now, Superman, the legendary Man of Steel, will inspire a group of emerging super heroes from the 31st century to band together to defend the rights of all free worlds and uphold the laws of the newly formed United Planets. LEGION OF SUPER HEROES combines humor with high-stakes, grand-scale super heroics to create the ultimate sci-fi, superhero fantasy for kids of all ages. Each episode of this fast-paced, character-driven action/comedy pits Superman and the Legion against otherworldly threats and adversaries who challenge the team on both super heroic and emotional levels. The series is exec produced by Schwartz, and produced by Linda Steiner and James Tucker for WBA.
THE BATMAN features one of the most complex and intriguing character in comicbook history in action-packed super heroic adventures, melding the renowned character's extraordinary physical prowess and super-sleuthing skills with a new range of experimental Bat-gadgets and an amped-up Batmobile. The series, which premiered in fall 2004, picks up Batman's story in his mid-20s, when he's just finding his way as a protector, defender and Caped Crusader, while balancing his public persona as billionaire bachelor Bruce Wayne.
In the third season, the Dark Knight continues his relentless quest to rid Gotham City of its supervillains, but he's not alone. Robin joins the team, and the fabled dynamic duo is also occasionally joined by Batgirl. Harley Quinn, Black Mask, Killer Moth, the Everywhere Man and a brand-new Clayface join the rogues' gallery of villains, led by the Joker, Penguin and Riddler, who ceaselessly torment Batman and Gotham City. THE BATMAN is based upon the DC Comics characters and is exec produced by Schwartz and Alan Burnett for WBA. Duane Capizzi and Mike Goguen serve as supervising producers, while Steiner and Jeff Matsuda are producers.
In XIAOLIN SHOWDOWN, Omi, a young, gifted monk-in-training from the Xiaolin Temple, must lead his three fellow trainees, hipster Kimiko, flashy, street-smart Brazilian Raimundo and Texas Kung Fu cowboy Clay, around the world to find and protect sacred artifacts that hold the keys to martial arts super powers. XIAOLIN SHOWDOWN is exec produced by Schwartz for WBA with Radomski is supervising producer and Christy Hui is the shows creator/producer.
in SPIDER RIDERS: Eleven-year-old Hunter Steele searches for the legendary inner world by following instructions in his grandfather's journal. He enters a pyramid where he finds a mysterious manacle that attaches to his arm. A spider startles Hunter, who falls into a hole to the center of the Earth and into the subterranean world of Arachna. There, he discovers a small group of elite warriors struggling to survive and to save Arachna from the attack of Invectids, a race of insectoids. The warriors are children/teenagers, each fighting with the help of their own 10 ft (3.0 m) battle spiders. They call themselves "Spider Riders". SPIDER RIDERS is produced by Cookie Jar Entertainment and BEETRAIN
FOUR EYES!: Emma is a popular, attractive 10 year old alien girl from Albacore 7 whose less-than-stellar grades find her having to repeat the fifth grade. When her upper crust parents are made aware of her poor performance and behaviour, they send her to a boarding school on Earth to teach her a lesson. Emma has to wear a special device shaped like glasses, which turn her from her usual pink squid like appearance to a human. A fifth grade human. Which is about as bad as Emma thinks things can get. Until she slowly discovers that two of her most obvious human traits are not readily accepted by kids: First, she’s nerdy. Second, she wears glasses. Put together, these things make her time on our planet even more unbearable.
Emma’s outward appearance lands her in with a couple of equally geekish humans named Pete and Skyler. Although it doesn’t take long for them to realize that they’re not that alike after all. When she morphs into an alien, Emma really does have four eyes! The name of the show is also taken from both the fact that the true alien form of the protagonist is literally having four eyes and, coincidentally, the glasses she uses in order to morph herself into the shape of a human being. Another reason is that the notorious twin antagonists Alexis and Roland Billingsford call her by that name. FOUR EYES! is produced by Pictor Media and PorchLight Entertainment, and is created by Darryl Kluskowski
In LOONATICS UNLEASHED, six descendants of Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck, Wile E. Coyote, the Road Runner, Tasmanian Devil and Lola Bunny each boasting special skills, unique powers and gifted with a firm sense of justice come together 700 years in the future to form a brilliant ensemble of superheroes who protect Acmetropolis from evil villains who have their own uncommon strengths. In the second season, new characters descended from classic Looney Tunes characters like Yosemite Sam, Sylvester the Cat, Tweety Bird and Marvin the Martian make special appearances. LOONATICS UNLEASHED is exec produced by Schwartz and produced by Ron Myrick for WBA.
September 23/30/October/November 4/11, 2006
06:00AM Krypto the Superdog
06:30AM Krypto the Superdog
07:00AM Tom and Jerry Tales
07:30AM Xiaolin Showdown
08:00AM Monster Allergy
08:30AM Spider Riders
09:00AM Shaggy & Scooby-Doo Get a Clue!
09:30AM Johnny Test
10:00AM Legion of Super Heroes
10:30AM The Batman
11:00AM Four Eyes!
11:30AM Loonatics Unleashed
November 18/25/December, 2006/January 6/13, 2007
06:00AM Krypto the Superdog
06:30AM Krypto the Superdog
07:00AM Tom and Jerry Tales
07:30AM Four Eyes!
08:00AM Loonatics Unleashed
08:30AM Tom and Jerry Tales
09:00AM Shaggy & Scooby-Doo Get a Clue!
09:30AM Johnny Test
10:00AM Legion of Super Heroes
10:30AM The Batman
11:00AM Xiaolin Showdown
11:30AM Monster Allergy
January 20/27, 2007
06:00AM Krypto the Superdog
06:30AM Krypto the Superdog
07:00AM Tom and Jerry Tales
07:30AM Four Eyes!
08:00AM Loonatics Unleashed
08:30AM Tom and Jerry Tales
09:00AM Shaggy & Scooby-Doo Get a Clue!
09:30AM Johnny Test
10:00AM Legion of Super Heroes
10:30AM The Batman
11:00AM Spider Riders
11:30AM Spider Riders
February 3/10/17/24/March 3/10/17/24/31, 2007
06:00AM Krypto the Superdog
06:30AM Krypto the Superdog
07:00AM Tom and Jerry Tales
07:30AM Four Eyes!
08:00AM Loonatics Unleashed
08:30AM Tom and Jerry Tales
09:00AM Shaggy & Scooby-Doo Get a Clue!
09:30AM Johnny Test
10:00AM Legion of Super Heroes
10:30AM The Batman
11:00AM Spider Riders
11:30AM Monster Allergy
April 7/14/21/28/May 5/12/19/26, 2007
06:00AM Krypto the Superdog
06:30AM Krypto the Superdog
07:00AM Tom and Jerry Tales
07:30AM Four Eyes!
08:00AM Loonatics Unleashed
08:30AM Monster Allergy
09:00AM Shaggy & Scooby-Doo Get a Clue!
09:30AM Johnny Test
10:00AM Legion of Super Heroes
10:30AM The Batman
11:00AM The Batman
11:30AM Xiaolin Showdown
June 2/9/16/23/30/July/August/September 1/8, 2007
06:00AM Krypto the Superdog
06:30AM Krypto the Superdog
07:00AM Spider Riders
07:30AM Spider Riders
08:00AM Loonatics Unleashed
08:30AM Tom and Jerry Tales
09:00AM Shaggy & Scooby-Doo Get a Clue!
09:30AM Johnny Test
10:00AM Legion of Super Heroes
10:30AM The Batman
11:00AM Xiaolin Showdown
11:30AM Johnny Test
September 15, 2007
06:00AM Krypto the Superdog
06:30AM Krypto the Superdog
07:00AM Spider Riders
07:30AM Spider Riders
08:00AM Loonatics Unleashed
08:30AM Tom and Jerry Tales
09:00AM Shaggy & Scooby-Doo Get a Clue!
09:30AM Johnny Test
10:00AM Legion of Super Heroes
10:30AM Legion of Super Heroes
11:00AM The Batman
11:30AM The Batman
Fall 2007: New Shows coming September 22
Will & Dewitt: A series steeped in self-discovery and personal accomplishment, "Will & Dewitt" proves that sometimes the smallest victories are the greatest. Will is an everyday little kid with an endless thirst for big kid adventure. But he needs direction. Enter Dewitt, his talking frog and personal "life coach." Dewitt's a frog and then some * a green ball of shape-shifting optimism to guide Will toward his destiny of discovering that all things are possible. Where there's Will, Dewitt is the way. "Will & Dewitt" is produced by Cookie Jar Entertainment.
Magi-Nation : "Magi-Nation" follows the adventures of teenager Tony Jones, whose world is forever changed when he is mystically transported into a beautiful world far beyond imagination that was created a millennium ago by a powerful race known as the Magi. Here Tony meets Edyn and Strag, two young Magi heroes in training, who help him discover his vast new magical environment. However, all is not perfect in Tony's new world as the Moonlands of Magi-Nation are threatened by the evil Shadow Magi. It's up to this young trio and their vast collection of Dream Creatures to thwart the evildoers' plans and protect their world.
A multi-platform entertainment brand, kids enter the fantastic world of "Magi-Nation" via the 2D animated television series. From there, fans can experience the continuing action of the three young Magi heroes via the Internet (www.kidswb.com) as they navigate their way through environmental obstacles and confront the constant challenges and creatures that threaten the vitality of the 12 precious Moonlands of Magi-Nation. "Magi-Nation" is produced by Cookie Jar Entertainment and Daewon Media (Korea).
Skunk Fu!: Already scoring big in the UK and Australia, "Skunk Fu!" is the hilarious tale of Skunk, a rambunctious martial arts student under the tutelage of wise old Panda. The goal of Skunk's training is to become the hero The Valley ultimately needs to fend off perennial attacks by evil Dragon, and end a centuries-old battle. Skunk and Panda are joined in their comedic adventures by a gallery of entertaining animal pals * from the combat-ready Rabbit and the skillful Fox to the adroit Turtle and cowardly Tiger. Each does his part to guide Skunk along his hero's journey of enlightenment, usually with amusing results. On the antagonist side of The Valley are Dragon's minions * his lead henchman Baboon and an army of Ninja Monkeys. They stand as equal parts menacing villains and comic foils to Skunk's escapades. "Skunk Fu!" is a co-production between Cartoon Saloon, Telegael and Hoek, Line and Thinker. Audiovisual rights for "Skunk Fu!" are being handled worldwide by Cake Distribution.
Eon Kid: "Eon Kid" brings adventure to the life of Marty, an enterprising 11-year-old who unexpectedly becomes the human extension of the Fist of Eon. Seemingly lost for all time, the Fist endows Marty with amazing fighting powers * but puts him at the heart of a centuries-old struggle between good and evil. Pursued by the dark armies of The General, Marty must undertake a hero's journey of action, adventure, comedy and self-discovery into an eye-popping world of battle-bots, bounty hunters, legendary warriors and humanoid bandits. "Eon Kid" is produced in state-of-the-art, computer-generated television animation by Daiwon C&A Holdings Co., Design Storm Co., BRB International and Manga Entertainment, and distributed by Starz Media.
Skatoony: Skatoony is a Hollywood Squares-inspired animated and live-action hybrid show for kids. In every episode, three young contestants compete against animated characters in four rounds of trivia-based games including “Bang on or Bogus,” “Draw What You Hear and Shout Out When You Know What You’ve Drawn” and “DangerBox” Each week Skatoony’s cartoon host Chudd Chudders and his sidekick The Earl attempt to put together another spectacular show, despite all manner of mad happenings and one greedy studio exec Tony EagleEyes who seems to conspire against them. Skatoony is produced by James Fox for Cartoon Network UK, where it is a very successful show.
Blobbit Adventures: At the heart of the series is Blobbit, an amorphous blob of pink slime with the ability to morph into various shapes. Her favorite form? A cute little rabbit! Living in a magical forest and hanging out with real rabbits and other creatures, Blobbit is sure to delight kids and spark their imaginations. The show's premise opens up endless possibilities for creative storytelling, featuring adventures that not only entertain but also encourage friendship and exploration. One of the standout features of Blobbit Adventures is its vibrant animation style. As shared in the forum discussions, viewers are excited about how colorful and dynamic the visuals are. Aesthetic appeal is crucial in kids' programming, and it seems Blobbit delivers on that front, ensuring that children are not only entertained but also visually stimulated.
Moreover, Blobbit’s character design is bound to resonate with young audiences due to her playful nature and relatable adventures. The character's ability to shapeshift reflects the imaginative world of childhood, reminding kids of the magic they can find in their own environments. Blobbit Adventures is produced by ITV Productions Kids
Coming mid-season:
The Spectacular Spider-Man: Riding the crest of Sony’s blockbuster Spider-Man 3, the new animated series — slated to premiere on Kids’ WB! in early 2008 — picks up the world-renowned web-slinger’s mythology at the beginning of his hero’s journey as a not-so-typical 16-year-old with new-found powers engaging the multi-leveled pressures of teenage life while combating bigger, badder super-villains in the real world.
Greg Weisman (“Gargoyles,” “The Batman”) is supervising producer on “The Spectacular Spider-Man.” Victor Cook (“Hellboy: Blood and Iron”) is producer/supervising director. The series is produced by Culver Entertainment.
World of Quest: World of Quest follows the adventures of spoiled young Prince Nestor, his pumped-up and reluctant protector, Quest, and a rag-tag team of cohorts as they set out to save Nestor’s parents and their kingdom. In their travels, they come across an array of weird and wonderful characters and creatures including a scam-artist griffin, man-eating grass and Chomps, hungry creatures with big teeth. The show is based on the Komikwerks graphic novel series by Jason Kruse and edited by Emmy Award winner Stephen Sustarsic, whose credits include Scooby-Doo, New Adventures of Winnie the Pooh and The Flintstones Movie. The series is produced by Cookie Jar Entertainment
September 22/29/October/November 3/10/17/24, 2007
06:00AM Will & Dewitt
06:30AM Magi-Nation
07:00AM Tom and Jerry Tales
07:30AM Tom and Jerry Tales
08:00AM Skatoony
08:30AM Blobbit Adventures
09:00AM Skunk Fu!
09:30AM Shaggy & Scooby-Doo Get a Clue!
10:00AM Eon Kid
10:30AM Johnny Test
11:00AM Legion of Super Heroes
11:30AM The Batman
December 1/8/15/22/29, 2007
06:00AM Will & Dewitt
06:30AM Magi-Nation
07:00AM Tom and Jerry Tales
07:30AM Tom and Jerry Tales
08:00AM Shaggy & Scooby-Doo Get a Clue!
08:30AM Skatoony
09:00AM Skunk Fu!
09:30AM Blobbit Adventures
10:00AM Eon Kid
10:30AM Johnny Test
11:00AM Legion of Super Heroes
11:30AM The Batman
12:00PM Johnny Test
12:30PM Eon Kid
January 5/12/19, 2008
06:00AM Will & Dewitt
06:30AM Magi-Nation
07:00AM Tom and Jerry Tales
07:30AM Tom and Jerry Tales
08:00AM Shaggy & Scooby-Doo Get a Clue!
08:30AM Skatoony
09:00AM Skunk Fu!
09:30AM Blobbit Adventures
10:00AM Johnny Test
10:30AM Eon Kid
11:00AM Legion of Super Heroes
11:30AM The Batman
12:00PM Johnny Test
12:30PM Eon Kid
January 26/February/March 1, 2008
06:00AM Will & Dewitt
06:30AM Magi-Nation
07:00AM Tom and Jerry Tales
07:30AM Tom and Jerry Tales
08:00AM Shaggy & Scooby-Doo Get a Clue!
08:30AM Blobbit Adventures
09:00AM Skunk Fu!
09:30AM Johnny Test
10:00AM Skatoony
10:30AM Eon Kid
11:00AM Legion of Super Heroes
11:30AM The Batman
12:00PM Johnny Test
12:30PM Eon Kid
March 8, 2008
06:00AM Will & Dewitt
06:30AM Magi-Nation
07:00AM Skunk Fu!
07:30AM Blobbit Adventures
08:00AM Shaggy & Scooby-Doo Get a Clue!
08:30AM Tom and Jerry Tales
09:00AM Skatoony
09:30AM Legion of Super Heroes
10:00AM The Spectacular Spider-Man
10:30AM The Spectacular Spider-Man
11:00AM The Batman
11:30AM The Batman
12:00PM The Spectacular Spider-Man
12:30PM The Batman
March 15/22, 2008
06:00AM Will & Dewitt
06:30AM Magi-Nation
07:00AM Monster Allergy
07:30AM Spider Riders
08:00AM Shaggy & Scooby-Doo Get a Clue!
08:30AM Tom and Jerry Tales
09:00AM Skunk Fu!
09:30AM Legion of Super Heroes
10:00AM The Spectacular Spider-Man
10:30AM World of Quest
11:00AM Johnny Test
11:30AM Eon Kid
12:00PM Johnny Test
12:30PM Johnny Test
March 29/April 5, 2008
06:00AM Will & Dewitt
06:30AM Magi-Nation
07:00AM Monster Allergy
07:30AM Spider Riders
08:00AM Skunk Fu!
08:30AM Tom and Jerry Tales
09:00AM Blobbit Adventures
09:30AM Legion of Super Heroes
10:00AM The Spectacular Spider-Man
10:30AM World of Quest
11:00AM Johnny Test
11:30AM Eon Kid
12:00PM Johnny Test
12:30PM Johnny Test
April 12/19/26/May 3/10/17, 2008
06:00AM Will & Dewitt
06:30AM Magi-Nation
07:00AM Monster Allergy
07:30AM Spider Riders
08:00AM Skunk Fu!
08:30AM Tom and Jerry Tales
09:00AM Blobbit Adventures
09:30AM Skatoony
10:00AM The Spectacular Spider-Man
10:30AM World of Quest
11:00AM Johnny Test
11:30AM Eon Kid
12:00PM Johnny Test
12:30PM Tom and Jerry Tales
On May 24 2008, Kids WB becomes the CW4Kids. Write a forum conversation saying Kids' WB dies on May 17, and lists the May 24 CW4Kids schedule, oddly exactly the same as the April 12-May 17 schedule
Forum Title: The End of Kids' WB? What’s Next for Our Saturday Mornings?
Joie commented on April 24 2008:
What’s the news? I just heard from my friend that Kids' WB is ending on May 17. Is it true? 😱
Light Lucario commented on April 28 2008:
Yeah, it’s true! Kids' WB is officially dying on May 17. After that, we transition into CW4Kids on May 24!
Joie commented on April 29 2008:
That’s such a bummer! Kids' WB has brought us so many great shows over the years. What are they replacing it with?
biggdan22 commented on April 29 2008:
So far, all I know is that the schedule for CW4Kids looks exactly like the last Kids' WB schedule we had! It’s almost like nothing’s changing! Here’s what the schedule will look like on May 24:
May 24 CW4Kids Schedule:
06:00 AM Will & Dewitt
06:30 AM Magi-Nation
07:00 AM Monster Allergy
07:30 AM Spider Riders
08:00 AM Skunk Fu!
08:30 AM Tom and Jerry Tales
09:00 AM Blobbit Adventures
09:30 AM Skatoony
10:00 AM The Spectacular Spider-Man
10:30 AM World of Quest
11:00 AM Johnny Test
11:30 AM Eon Kid
12:00PM Johnny Test
12:30PM Tom and Jerry Tales
Joie commented on April 29 2008:
Same exact shows? That’s... interesting. 😏 I guess it’s a smooth transition for kids who love the current lineup. But still, I can’t believe we’re losing Krypto, The Batman, and all those shows we've loved!
D Dubbs commented on April 29 2008:
I know right? It feels like an era is ending. 🙁 I hope CW4Kids brings some new content soon since it feels like we’re just rebranding.
Light Lucario commented on April 28 2008:
Yeah, I hope they don’t just stick with the same old shows forever. If they are going to be CW4Kids, they should make it fresh with some new material!
judyindisguise commented on April 29 2008:
Hopefully, we hear some announcements about new shows! But I guess it’s nice to see familiar favorites sticking around for a bit longer.
Light Lucario commented on April 29 2008:
Let’s keep our fingers crossed! Whatever happens, we’ll always have our memories of Kids' WB. Let’s keep the discussion going for any updates we get!
4Kids Talkback Thread V3 - A New Era Begins
biggdan22 commented on May 24 2008:
Well, I figured the last thread had enough posts and since a new dawn of 4KidsTV is starting, why not start a new thread for it. And coincidentally on the first day of CW4K!DS
As with Fox Kids being replaced by Fox Box/4KidsTV/Game Station/whatever the hell they call it next, Kids WB has been morphed into another 4Kids block: CW4K!DS
Well, I wish there was a new Spider-Man airing, but alas, no such luck. Gotta wait until next week.
Wonder what type of bumpers they'll use.
EDIT: Okay, so the bumps are exactly the same, just with the new logo. Except they don't use the Kids' WB water tower bumps.
And TMNT: Fast Forward joins CW4Kids on June 21st.
Sonic_Eclipse commented on May 24 2008:
Well all the bumpers are the same right now, though I do expect it to change wen 4Kids fully takes over in the Fall.
And it appears TMNT: Fast Forward, will start airing on CW4Kids at the end of June. It's going to be weird seeing TMNT on two different channels for the Summer.
Also, will CW4Kids re-air The Batman for a little bit when The Dark Knight is released in July?
CartoonChaos commented on May 24 2008:
I just hope 4Kids doesn't pull The Spectacular Spider-Man off the schedule, that show's good and the only thing I watch on Kids WB! anymore.
veemonjosh commented on May 24 2008:
I just hope 4Kids doesn't pull World of Quest until they can run through the thirteen episodes one more time. I'm starting to really like that show, and I want to record all the episodes before it disappears completely. :sad:
(I'm predicting they will run through World of Quest completely at least one more time, since thirteen weeks would bring it to mid-September, which also looks like when they'll air the final Eon Kid episodes if the current schedule holds up).
biggdan22 commented on May 24 2008:
I could actually see them replacing 1 of the 2 Tom and Jerry Tales over Spectacular Spider-Man. Or maybe they'll surprise us and replace Eon Kid or Jonny Test. I guess it makes since to start Fast Forward in June if the new Ninja Turtles series is truly debuting on The CW 4K!ds this fall.
Sketch commented on May 24 2008:
Actually I think this is a good strategy (assuming they aren't on at the same time). They will probably double slot Fast Forward on CW4kids in order to refresh the current TMNT viewers to lead-up to the new season in Fall. They also will be able to hook some viewers that didn't have 4kidsTV in their area but do have CW4kids. Though admitedly FF may not be good for hooking new viewers compared to the 2003 series on 4kidsTV but in the meantime they play 2003 episodes as a follow-up to the Ninja Tribunal because going from Tribunal to FF probably would feel a bit odd. But if they really are going to skip around then they'll probably hit the highlights of several seasons.
This way all of TMNT before Back to the Sewers gets showcased in some form. I don't know if I could sit through Fast Forward again but I can understand why they put it on CW4kids and had the 2003 series on 4kidsTV. If all goes according to plan TMNT should be able to gain a lot of viewers over the summer and have a strong season in 2008-2009 despite the movie being out of sight and out of mind (which we all know is the real reason FF got a ratings rise and why the Ninja Tribunal did as well as it did).
I'm going to toss my hat in the direction of Tom and Jerry losing a slot as well. But Eon Kid is the weakest show in reruns right now I suppose (but it still has a few episodes it could show before it's over so I hope they at least do that). Spider-Man will keep two slots if it continues to do well in reruns. If not then it'll lose one. Skunk Fu might leave since it's coming to CN but they might keep it around because of Kung-Fu Panda. The 7 hour is going to stay the same I'm sure so I'll take a guess what the rest of the line-up will be when TMNT: FF joins.
judyindisguise commented on May 24 2008:
I'm still watching World of Quest, and it has had its one or two moments, but overall I think it continues to squander its potential. (Writers need to be replaced for sure, and the show's producer as well, for said squandering). I'm thinking it'll finish its initial run, but I'd be surprised if season 2 appears here in the States.
I'm wondering if Skunk Fu is a possible survivor simply because of the upcoming film Kung Fu Panda movie. Maybe the show's creators hope some of that film's possible success will rub off on them?
I can't believe that CWKids won't try to hang onto Tom and Jerry. Personally I don't care for it, but I can see it's a hit with its target audience, so why would CW let it go?
Daxiv commented on May 24 2008:
So... All these changes are so far Cosmetic? Okay that fine, but when are they going to develop their own little graphics.
Also I found it weird to see the logo on the corner of my screen. To me it felt like I was watching it in a different country.
D Dubbs commented on May 24 2008:
4Kids Reveals Another New Show.......
and we get to name it
Joetiful View commented on May 25 2008:
...what is this, 4Kids Jr.?
Daxdiv commented on May 25 2008:
Why do they look like the Happy Tree Friends? No I mean it a few of them look like the offspring of a few HTF.
Yes I did vote, and I voted of OHBOH.
Light Lucario commented on May 25 2008:
Yeah, that new show looks pretty weird. I'm surprised that 4Kids would have a show like this since it honestly does look like a preschool show, such as the Mr. Men Show. The choices for the show's name look even weirder. It could be a kind of comedy show, but I don't know. Maybe a trailer for it would make it look/sound more interesting than it is to me right now.
judyindisguise commented on May 25 2008:
Looks like it's a popular Russian childrens show called "Smeshariki" (aka BalloonToons) odd that was not one of the names listed to pick from. It actually looks pretty interesting.
These are the names to choose from:
OHBOHS
ROTATOS
GoGoRiki
KikoRiki
BalloonToons
D Dubbs commented on May 25 2008:
Okay...a few more updates from a recent conference call from 4Kids last week. First, news regarding Chaotic:
#1 TCG in Canada and at Toys 'R' US
Zenith of the Hive is the highest selling product at Wal-Mart
In the top 10 of all impulse buys at Target
Cards being uploaded from 162 countries
#2 TCG in Australia, after only being on the shores for a month
TCG will be available in 900 Best Buy stores in June
TCG is currently available in 15,000 locations, in June they plan to add another 5,000
Certain cards are selling for up to $200 on eBay
25 million cards registered online
Thanks to the alphanumeric coding on Chaotic TCG cards, counterfeiting cards is basically impossible, resulting in more revenue for 4Kids
Chaotic (the TV show) gets an average 2.3 rating with boys 9-14
Other interesting notes:
4Kids extended their license to Yu-Gi-Oh! until 2012
4Kids are trying to regain the rights to market Pokemon, Currently they only have the rights to dub the anime.
4Kids will most likely leave FOX after 2009, since their net loss is about $5 million from the block every year (it costs them $21 million, but they only get $16 million in ad revenue)
PC commented on May 25 2008:
If 4Kids is leaving Fox next year, then who wants to place bets on "The CW4Kids" turning into 4Kids TV by 2010?
Also I assume Pokemon and Yu-Gi-Oh are next to move to CW4Kids, probably replacing Skunk Fu or Skatoony (or maybe even Eon Kid)
Light Lucario commented on May 26 2008:
I wouldn't be surprised if 4Kids did leave Fox by 2009. Based on some rumors that I've heard, it seems like they're putting a lot of their shows in the CW4Kids' lineup. I was thinking that they would keep some of their shows there, like maybe new GX episodes, to at least get something out of it, but I'm just kind of confused about that right now. If they do leave Fox, hopefully another Saturday morning block could start there. That would be better than having repeats of sitcoms or infomercials on Saturday mornings.
biggdan22 commented on May 29 2008:
Well it's here, as 4Kids begins a new era, as we prepare for fall.
CW4Kids has announced the new schedule beginning on June 21, and people here nailed a lot of the items right on the nose. Gone are Johnny Test, Skunk Fu, Eon Kid, Skatoony and World of Quest, which will be taken off the air right after it airs its 13th episode. Joining the block are TMNT Fast Forward, Chaotic, Pokemon Diamond and Pearl, Yu-Gi-Oh! GX, and The Batman is returning.
06:00 AM - Will & Dewitt
06:30 AM - Magi-Nation
07:00 AM - Monster Allergy
07:30 AM - Spider Riders
08:00 AM - Tom and Jerry Tales
08:30 AM - Blobbit Adventures
09:00 AM - Chaotic
09:30 AM - The Spectacular Spider-Man
10:00 AM - The Spectacular Spider-Man
10:30 AM - Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Fast Forward
11:00 AM - Yu-Gi-Oh GX
11:30 AM - The Batman
12:00 PM - Pokemon: Diamond and Pearl
12:30 PM - Pokemon: Diamond and Pearl
Since that puts the two GX's and Chaotic on at the same time on two different networks, I'm willing to bet that 4KidsTV will also be rearranging their line-up on the same day, probably having GX premieres move to CW
Light Lucario commented on May 29 2008:
Wow. If that's true, then that's just weird. I was so sure that they would have GX premiers on 4KidsTV, even in the fall. You brought up a good point about how changing stations would leave fans, at least ones without Internet access, confused. I also thought that they would keep GX on 4Kids so that two different Yu-Gi-Oh! series wouldn't air on the same channel. I kind of thought that's why CN stopped DM repeats as soon as GX started. They probably also wanted to give GX more attention since it was just started out.
I'm not saying that GX premiers on the CW would be bad thing. It just feels kind of weird because of two different series airing together, as well as how GX changed to yet another channel. Now that I think about it, I don't think that they'll have premiers of GX this fall. I think that they're doing it to warm the audience up to 5D's in their fall schedule. Pretty much like how they're having Fast Forward to ease into the new TMNT season. I would be okay if it was premiers on the CW in the fall, at least once I shake off the weird feeling I'm getting from it.
On another note, it would be kind of cool to see The Batman again. After watching some of the episodes of all of the different Batman series for that paper, as well as that review of the series on the main page of ToonZone, I kind of regretted not getting into the series, especially when I heard that it improved during the course of its run. Besides that, I thought that it would be fun to see it anyway. With that in mind, I should also watch more of that new Spiderman series. I didn't see much of it during the last week of Kids' WB, but I did like what I saw. Also kinda dissapointed Pokemon isn't airing at the time it used to air on Kids' WB,
veemonjosh commented on May 29 2008:
Well, so much for hoping to tape all of World of Quest before it disappeared...:crying:
*goes onto Shout Factory forums to request that they get the DVD rights*
Also, Spidey + TMNT in the same hour = BEST HOUR ON TELEVISION.
biggdan22 commented on May 29 2008:
You know, most of the changes actually make sense. They are bringing back The Batman no doubt to help promote The Dark Knight movie. Bringing Chaotic, Pokemon, Yu-Gi-Oh! GX, and TMNT: Fast Forward over basically confirms the suspicion that all four are going to be on The CW 4Kids this fall, so start advertising the station they will be on now. We know that TMNT, Chaotic and Pokemon will be reruns, but the big question remains will GX be premieres or reruns?
D Dubbs commented on May 29 2008:
Yeah...and its kinda weird that GX and Chaotic are on at the same time on both networks...
Hahaha, 4Kids is making sure that kids have to watch their shows. They don't have any other options (unless you count E/I programming or Disney Channel reruns).
judyindisguise commented on May 30 2008:
biggdan22 said:
Gone are Johnny Test, Skunk Fu, Eon Kid, Skatoony and World of Quest, which will be taken off the air right after it airs its 13th episode.
I'm a little sorry about World of Quest being dropped, because it had potential. It's about the only thing on the old WB I made a point of watching (hoping a miracle would happen and it would improve. Like I've said before, hope is like a drug to me.) Supposedly Canada will be getting 26 eps of the show. Maybe some of them will eventually find their way to the States, who knows. Ah well. Another series down the drain...
Joie commented on May 30 2008:
Wait, hold up! Did you just say that Johnny Test is getting the boot, but they're keeping Monster Allergy? 🤔 I never expected that! I thought Johnny was one of their more popular shows with all the crazy antics. How did Monster Allergy make the cut? It felt like it was kind of overshadowed by other series! I mean, don't get me wrong—it's a unique concept and all, but it's interesting to see what the network considers worth keeping. What do you guys think?
Joetiful View commented on May 30 2008:
Honestly, it’s a bit surprising to see Monster Allergy sticking around while they’re dropping Johnny Test. I figured Johnny had more of a following with all the action and humor. 😅 It makes me wonder if they’re trying to make room for something bigger with GX since it feels like a placeholder for 5Ds, which we know is coming soon. Since TMNT: Back to the Sewers, Pokémon Diamond and Pearl: Battle Dimension, and Smeshariki are already confirmed for the fall, maybe GX is just there to bridge the gap until they launch 5Ds!
Could it be that they plan to phase out some of the older shows in favor of all this fresh content? It’ll be interesting to see how this all unfolds. The strategy might actually work if it keeps the audience engaged until all the new stuff rolls out! What do you all think? 🤔
judyindisguise commented on May 30 2008:
Ehh, but I just saw this week's. Lord Spite has to be the lamest villian ever, even for a comic villian. My God, Drakken of Kim Possible was far better, because he had depth, and Shego, and he was occasionally really funny. (Like in the "Sick Day" episode, and the one where he kept trying to open that jar of gherkins). If a show about a quest has such an incompetent villian, then where's the tension? Or the drama that's at least occasionally needed to give the heroes' struggle any oomph? And again, the characters don't relate to each other very well, or in a very entertaining way. Too bad. Once again an episode of World of Quest gets buried in lame "jokes" and nothing of consequence. Only good moment was when Nestor kept his word. But overall, the quest itself isn't involving enough to hold viewer interest, and the jokes aren't funny enough to make up for that lack. Oh, and I take back the good things I said about Quest in the beginning. He's a bore when he's not damn annoying. I actually think the show would be better without him.
Yeah, this show needs to go bye-bye. I'd rather it were cancelled than continue to waste it's potential
Sketch commented on May 30 2008:
Ah, it's a pitty The Batman isn't right after Turtles. They broke a good 2 hours of comic hero action. Ah well...
I actually didn't think they'd go with Batman over JT but I'm glad I was wrong about that. It is obviously because of the movie coming up. So here's what's sad... 4kids seems to know better what to do with WB's shows than WB or CN does.
CyberCube commented on May 30 2008:
Funny how 4kids has gone from being hated to being well... "tolerated" I think is the word, but at least they're making some decent work for themselves.
Anyways here is the new 4Kids TV schedule starting June 21:
07:00 AM Viva Pinata
07:30 AM Viva Pinata
09:00 AM Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (2003)
09:30 AM Pokemon: Diamond and Pearl: Battle Dimension
10:00 AM Sonic X
10:30 AM Dinosaur King
11:00 AM Kirby: Right Back At Ya!
11:30 AM Winx Club
12:00 PM The Cramp Twins
12:30 PM Viva Pinata
Also here is the way the schedule is now (till June 14)
07:00 AM Viva Pinata
07:30 AM Viva Pinata
09:00 AM Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (2003)
09:30 AM Pokemon: Diamond and Pearl: Battle Dimension
10:00 AM TMNT: Fast Forward
10:30 AM Dinosaur King
11:00 AM Yu-Gi-Oh GX
11:30 AM Winx Club
12:00 PM Chaotic
12:30 PM Viva Pinata
I assume Battle Dimension will move to CW4Kids once CW4Kids is done rushing through S1 of DP
Undrave commented on May 30 2008:
Well to continue on what we were discussing...it seems painfully obvious that 4Kids has no faith at all in the 4KidsTV block anymore and want to fill it with old shows while they concentrate on their shiny new toy.
Keee commented on May 30 2008:
You’re absolutely right. It does seem like 4Kids TV has been left in the dust. With all the recent changes, it feels like they’re just trying to keep afloat rather than push for anything new. It’s disappointing to see so many shows get cut while they focus on bringing in older hits. I hope they can revive the block and push for more innovative content in the future!
judyindisguise commented on May 30 2008:
Remember, if you like Skunk Fu!, it’s time to start bidding farewell. 😢 I just heard that it’s being replaced come June 21, and honestly, I’m not too surprised. While it had its charm, it never really managed to break through and capture a solid audience like some of the other shows.
The good news, though? It looks like we’ll be getting something fresh with Chaotic taking its spot in the lineup! It has that competitive edge and an intriguing premise that I think will resonate well with fans.
So, let’s enjoy Skunk Fu! while we can, but keep those fingers crossed for an exciting new adventure with Chaotic! What do you all think? Are you sad to see Skunk Fu! go, or ready for a change?
D Dubbs commented on May 30 2008:
You know, I've been thinking about World of Quest and its impending cancellation. Honestly, I see its ending more as a mercy kill than anything else. 😬 I mean, while it had potential, the execution just never really hit the mark. The characters were often flat, and the plotlines felt recycled and uninspired. It was like they were desperately trying to inject humor, but it often fell flat, leaving viewers more frustrated than entertained.
The villain, Lord Spite? Please! It’s hard to rally any tension or excitement around a character who’s that one-dimensional. I kept hoping for a turnaround, but it never came. Maybe it's for the best that they’re pulling the plug. Sometimes you just have to let a show go if it’s not delivering. This gives the space for something fresh and hopefully better.
So, I suppose in a way, they’re doing all of us a favor. I’d rather see it end now than keep dragging on and disappoint even more! What do you all think?
hU commentd on May 30 2008:
They're probably thinking why should they supply new shows to a block that is ending in a years time..BUt at the same time it isn't fare for kids who are watching to just have two shows running new episodes(Viva & Dino) while the others are in rerun. I think they should at least have 3 new series on the line up. But 4KIdsTV looks Blah though while CW4Kids looks Banging.
Joetiful View commented on May 30 2008:
What's sad about this is that (just IMO), the 4KidsTV lineup is the best it's been in quite a while, what with Kirby and Sonic X back, plus new Dino King and Viva Pinata episodes. Also didn't 4Kids say Viewtiful Joe was coming to one of their blocks in the fall?
Macattack commented on June 4 2008:
I'm currently staring at the fall lineup for the CW4kids. Holy moley. :eek: It's obvious at this point 4kidsTV is getting the shaft while they're frontloading on the CW4kids. Fox probably isn't too happy about that . . . I hope that Fox formally gets back into the SatAM business soon.
judyindisguise commented on June 7 2008:
And once again, World of Quest was a letdown. Not that it had far to go. Geez...:shrug:
D Dubbs commented on June 7 2008:
Well, on the bright side, you only have one more episode to sit through...
June 14th, 2008 (CW4Kids)
06:00 AM Will & Dewitt - Will Crafted Gift; Reading Railroaded
06:30 AM Magi-Nation - Eyes of Agram
07:00 AM Monster Allergy - Mugalak!
07:30 AM Spider Riders - A New Power
08:00 AM Skunk Fu! - The Art of the Touch; The Art of Hospitality
08:30 AM Tom & Jerry Tales - Tin Cat of Tomorrow; Beefcake Tom; Tomcat Superstar
09:00 AM Blobbit Adventures - Blobby Day; Double Bubble Trouble
09:30 AM Skatoony - Destination: Moon
10:00 AM The Spectacular Spider-Man - Nature vs. Nurture (NEW)
10:30 AM World of Quest - Search for Power, Parts 1 and 2 (NEW)
11:00 AM Johnny Test - Johnny Test: Monster Starter; Johnny Holiday
11:30 AM Eon Kid - Fall of the Tower
12:00 PM Johnny Test - JTV; Johnny with a Chance of Meatloaf
12:30 PM Tom & Jerry Tales - More Powers to You; Catch Me Though You Can't; Power Tom
D Dubbs commented on June 10 2008:
My 4Kids list:
Current/Upcoming CW4Kids Properties:
Chaotic is the revolutionary new collectible card game that takes trading card games and online play to the next level. The Chaotic television series follows the adventures of a group of teens who travel to Perim to capture codes of hundreds of unique creatures. Chaotic currently airs on The CW4Kids, and a new season is planned for Fall.
In Magi-Nation, Tony finds himself embroiled in a war to save the good people of the Moonlands from the tyranny of Agram and the Shadow Magi. Wearing the mystical ring of the Final Dreamer, Tony and his new friends adventure through the Moonlands calling on the power of the Dream Creatures to aid them. Magi-Nation currently airs on The CW4Kids.
The world of Smeshariki is a world of adventure, creativity and friendship. From turning snores into energy, discovering the amazing power of dreams, and even finding a way to make the sun shine on a rainy day, the characters work to solve problems in an unexpected, creative and funny way. The positive values they transmit – friendship, diligence and inventive talent - are timeless. Smeshariki makes its U.S. premiere on The CW4Kids in the Fall.
The most turtle-riffic heroes of all time! Get in on the action with one of the most powerful boys' brands, which has generated over $5 billion in retail sales since its inception. Thrilling kids with their cool ninja moves, the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles are a classic that keeps adding to its legacy. TMNT currently airs on 4Kids TV and TMNT: Fast Forward airs on The CW4Kids. A brand new season, Back to the Sewers, airs this Fall on The CW4Kids.
A young Bruce Wayne is in his third year of trying to establish himself as The Batman, protector of Gotham City. From the likes of Joker, Penguin, Catwoman, Mr. Freeze, Riddler and Man-Bat, among others, the war on crime jumps to the next level with a new arsenal at the Dark Knight's disposal. The Batman currently airs on The CW4Kids.
Will is a young boy who constantly searches for adventure. Dewitt is a frog that can transform. Together, Will & Dewitt find several adventures and Dewitt can change into almost any creature to help Will through tough times. Will & Dewitt currently airs on The CW4Kids.
Yu-Gi-Oh! GX is the next chapter of the successful Yu-Gi-Oh! franchise. Aimed at a younger audience, Yu-Gi-Oh! GX features new duelists, new monsters, new challenges and exciting new storylines. Yu-Gi-Oh! GX currently airs on The CW4Kids.
Yu-Gi-Oh! 5D's is the latest chapter in the Yu-Gi-Oh! franchise. It features brand new duelists, brand new vehicles, brand new storylines and a brand new way of dueling. The series will have its US TV premiere this Fall on The CW4Kids.
The Spectacular Spider-Man picks up the original web-slinger's mythology at the beginning of his hero's journey, as a not so typical 16-year-old entering his junior year of high school. Having spent the summer engaging common criminals with his new-found powers, Peter Parker must conceal his secret identity and battle super-villains in the real world. The Spectacular Spider-Man currently airs on The CW4Kids, with another 13-episode season planned for the Fall.
Tom and Jerry star in their first US television series in more than 13 years in Tom and Jerry Tales. This show features 78 brand new Tom and Jerry adventures that bring back the old spirit of the original show with the familiar chasing, scheming, and pranks that everyone knows so well. Tom and Jerry Tales currently airs on The CW4Kids.
Viewtiful Joe follows the games' storyline, movie lover Joe and his girlfriend Silvia enjoy a seemingly normal trip to the movies to see an action flick starring Joe's idol, Captain Blue, when suddenly the leader of the evil Jadow force reaches out of the screen and takes Silvia into the movie. Joe is forced to follow her by Captain Blue's mecha, Six Machine (renamed "Machine Six" in the English anime dub), and meets Captain Blue in the flesh who grants Joe the power to become an action movie hero in his own right called Viewtiful Joe, Viewtiful Joe used to air on Kids' WB, and returns this fall on The CW4Kids with all new episodes.
In this action-packed series, young Hunter Steele follows clues from his grandfather's journal into the inner world of Arachna, where he becomes a Spider Rider—a hero piloting giant battle spiders. Together with other young riders, Hunter fights against the sinister Invectids trying to conquer their world. Filled with battles, teamwork, and exploration, this show captivates fans of action and adventure narratives. Spider Riders currently airs on The CW4Kids.
Monster Allergy is based on a comic book series of the same name. The series follows a young boy Ezekiel Zick (nicknamed Zick) who suffers from various allergies and has the ability to see the invisible monsters that live among us. Along with help of his best friend, Elena Potato, and his talking cat, Timothy, Zick hopes to hone his powers to one day become a Monster Tamer just like his dad, Monster Allergy currently airs on The CW4Kids.
Pokemon Diamond and Pearl covers the continuing adventures of series protagonist Ash Ketchum and Pikachu, and his best friend Brock, the two meet a new coordinator named Dawn, who travels with them through Sinnoh and enters Pokemon Contests. Season 1 currently airs on The CW4Kids while Season 2 (Battle Dimension) airs on 4Kids TV.
Blobbit Adventures is centred around Blobbit, an amorphous pink blob that can transform into various shapes, this show takes viewers on whimsical adventures in a magical forest. Blobbit’s interactions with other creatures encourage messages of friendship and exploration while emphasizing creativity and fun through imaginative storytelling. Blobbit Adventures currently airs on The CW4Kids.
Current 4Kids TV properties:
The Cramp Twins is centered around the hilarious and often disastrous antics of ten-year-old twins, Luke and Wayne Cramp, this series explores sibling rivalry, societal norms, and the different personalities of the twins. Its humor and relatable themes resonate with young audiences. The Cramp Twins currently airs on 4Kids TV.
Dinosaurs are back, and they're bigger, badder and better than ever. In Dinosaur King, the dino-tastic quests of the D-Team require them to travel anywhere in the world to hunt down dinosaurs that have been lost by the time-traveling Dr. Z and his bumbling team of bad guys. Dinosaur King currently airs on 4Kids TV with new episodes planned for the Fall.
Kirby: Right Back at Ya! is about the adventures of Kirby, a legendary Star Warrior destined to save the planet Pop Star from the destruction of the evil Nightmare. Kirby currently airs on 4Kids TV.
Sonic X is about a hedgehog name Sonic who is transported to the human world. Once there, Sonic is rescued by a boy named Chris. Now the race is on to keep Dr. Eggman away from the powerful Chaos Emeralds and from taking over the World. Luckily for Earth, Sonic is the quickest hedgehog around! Sonic X currently airs on 4Kids TV.
Viva Pinata is a vibrant world of living pinata animals, filled with spontaneity and fun. Created by renowned video game developer Rare Ltd., Viva Pinata is a mass entertainment property brought to life by Microsoft and 4Kids Entertainment through video games, television and merchandise. Viva Pinata currently air on 4Kids TV and new episodes are expected to air in the Fall.
Winx Club features a young protagonist named Bloom, who travels from Earth to the Alfea School for Fairies to learn how to perfect her magic skills. There she becomes best friends with Stella, Flora, Musa, Layla, and Tecna, five teenage fairies from five different realms. Together the six members of the Winx Club must juggle busy high school schedules, navigate the confusing world of romance, and save the universe all at the same time. Winx Club currently airs on 4Kids TV.
Light Lucario commented on June 10 2008:
It seems that 4Kids is pretty much putting almost all of their shows onto the CW. They seem to be keeping Viva Pinata, Dinosaur King, Sonic X, Cramp Twins and Kirby on 4KidsTV. I doubt that they're expecting much from that lineup since they're putting much more focus on the lineup for CW. I wonder if this definitely means that they'll end their contract with FOX after this year. I have a feeling that it does.
I'm also still a bit surprised that they would put GX on the CW when its still in the middle of the season. Not to mention how its never aired on the CW before. I guess that they want to get people more interested in Yu-Gi-Oh! for 5D's this fall and it would work out better with new episodes rather than repeats. I would hope that they mention that GX will air on the CW4Kids after this week's episode, considering how the change happens a week from this Saturday. Well, as long as I can still watch the rest of the series on CW4Kids, then I'm happy. And this does give me a chance to check out more of the CW4Kids before fall. Did they already announce the schedule for the CW4Kids for June 21st? I wasn't sure if that was mentioned or if it was just a prediction schedule.
biggdan22 commented on June 10 2008:
I think that 4Kids will expedite this Kooky Klicks series they announced they are making today and try to have it for 4KidsTV this fall. If so, then this is the list we have for both blocks
CW4Kids:
TMNT: Back to the Sewer
Yu-Gi-Oh 5Ds
Pokemon Diamond and Pearl: Battle Dimension (when it inevitably moves to the block from 4Kids TV)
Smeshariki
Viewtiful Joe S2
The Spectacular Spider-Man S2
Huntik: Secrets and Seekers (Won't be till mid-season)
Kamen Rider: Dragon Knight (again, not till midseason)
One Piece
4Kids TV:
Chaotic: M'arrilian Invasion (I assume it will move to CW eventually, assuming they rush through S1 like they're doing with Pokemon)
Di-Gata Defenders
Biker Mice from Mars
Kooky Klicks
Pirate Islands: The Lost Treasure of Fiji
Dinosaur King (might move to CW, who knows?
Rolling Cloud commented on June 11 2008:
The rest of the dubbed episode titles for the current GX season have been revealed:
Conquering the Past Part 3
The Ultimate Face Off Part 1
The Ultimate Face Off Part 2
The Power Within Part 1
The Power Within Part 2
Return of the Supreme King Part 1
Return of the Supreme King Part 2
Return of the Supreme King Part 3
Remembering Jaden
D Dubbs commented on June 11 2008:
I still can't believe the number of people complaining about 4Kids's decision to shuffle the Pokemon voice cast, like, it happened 2 years ago, deal with it.
Also love those GX titles, I assume those have already aired in another English country
Rolling Cloud commented on June 11 2008:
Hey, just wanted to jump in about those Yu-Gi-Oh! GX titles! ✨ Yes, they have indeed aired in other English-speaking countries already, like Canada and Australia. The titles were revealed through various broadcasting schedules and episode guides over there, which means we’re just getting a taste of what’s to come in the U.S.!
Fans overseas have had a chance to enjoy those episodes for a while now, and I can tell you that the story really ramps up in those arcs! We get some major character development and intense duels that really test our heroes. If you haven’t seen them yet, you’re in for a treat! Just be ready for some serious cliffhangers! 😅 I'm looking forward to seeing how they translate over to our airwaves and how the characters evolve, especially with Jaden and his journey!
Let’s hope that CW4Kids gives them a good airtime slot so we don’t have to wait too long! What are you most excited about?
D Dubbs commented on June 11 2008:
June 21st, 2008 (4Kids TV)
08:00 AM Viva Pinata - Whirlm With a Dream; the Crush (#4)
08:30 AM Viva Pinata - Trojan Horstachio; the Pinatas Must Be Crazy (#5)
09:00 AM TMNT - Things Change (#1)
09:30 AM Pokemon DP: Battle Dimension - Tanks for the Memories! (#62) NEW
10:00 AM Sonic X - Chaos Control Freaks (#1)
10:30 AM Dinosaur King - Downtown Runaround (#10)
11:00 AM Kirby: Right Back at Ya! - Kirby Comes to Cappy Town (#1)
11:30 AM Winx Club - Missing in Action (#63)
12:00 PM The Cramp Twins - Fashion Passion; Small Wonder (#1)
12:30 PM Viva Pinata - Whirlm With a Dream; the Crush (#4)
June 21st, 2008 (CW4Kids)
06:00 AM Will & Dewitt - Will's Whistle; Froget Me Not (#14)
06:30 AM Magi-Nation - The Precious Haz-Mai (#14)
07:00 AM Monster Allergy - Family Reunion (#14)
07:30 AM Spider Riders - Stag's Challenge (#14)
08:00 AM Tom & Jerry Tales - Don't Bring Your Pet to School; Cat Show Catastrophe; The Cat Whisperer with Casper Lombardo (#16)
08:30 AM Blobbit Adventures - Blobbit to the Rescue; If everyone could get along (#14)
09:00 AM Chaotic - Welcome to Chaotic, Part I (#1) CW4Kids Premiere
09:30 AM The Spectacular Spider-Man - Survival of the Fittest (#1)
10:00 AM The Spectacular Spider-Man - Interactions (#2)
10:30 AM TMNT: Fast Forward - Future Shellshock (#118) CW4Kids Premiere
11:00 AM Yu-Gi-Oh! GX - The Forbidden Ritual, Part I (#144) CW4Kids Premiere
11:30 AM The Batman - The Batman/Superman Story, Part I (#53)
12:00 PM Pokemon: Diamond and Pearl - Following a Maiden's Voyage (#1) CW4Kids Premiere
12:30 PM Pokemon: Diamond and Pearl - Two Degrees of Seperation (#2) CW4Kids Premiere
Lots of stuff going on this week.
First off, I'm surprised that out of the 18 available spots, Chaotic only has one. I thought it'd at least have two, if not three.
Second, it's kinda interesting to see Yu-Gi-Oh! GX in the 11:00 AM spot, which is where the original Yu-Gi-Oh! series aired on Kids' WB for the majority of its run. It's almost...nostalgic.
Third, The Batman is starting at season five, which is good for me, since that's the only season I haven't seen. :D All the other new additions, plus Chaotic and Spider-Man start at episode one.
And finally, that Yu-Gi-Oh! GX episode is a repeat (it's the start of the two-parter before the current three-parter), so looks like it'll take five weeks before we get to premieres again.
coolboy commented on June 11 2008:
Undrave said:
Well to continue on what we were discussing...it seems painfully obvious that 4Kids has no faith at all in the 4KidsTV block anymore and want to fill it with old shows while they concentrate on their shiny new toy.
If I was 4kids I would do the same thing. They are losing $5 million a year with their deal with Fox and with the arrangement they have with The CW they are expecting to off-set that amount and make a profit. So it makes sense for them to stack the deck towards that goal. They made it very clear they do not want anything more to do with Fox unless they can offer them a better deal (one where they could turn a profit I would think). No use throwing more money into a sinking ship!
Undrave commented on June 11 2008:
Then maybe its part of a scare tactic to get Fox to reconsider the deal?
Light Lucario commented on June 11 2008:
Oh man. So there won't be any new episodes of GX for five weeks? That bites. Seriously, they have the episode titles so I don't understand why they don't start right where they'll leave off after this Saturday. I doubt that it would make things less confusing for newcomers for the series. Oh well. I'll still watch them just because they're on and considering how GX barely gets any DVD releases, I don't know when I'll seem them again. Plus, those episodes have been really fun to watch. Hopefully, Pokemon will have some interesting episodes because outside of that, Dinosaur King and some other repeats on both blocks, I won't have much to watch on Saturday morning. At least I only have to wait until the middle of July to see the new episodes, which is better than the wait for new episodes after CN dropped the show.
I actually forgot that Yu-Gi-Oh! was on that same time slot during most of its run. That does give kind of a nostalgic feeling to it. Of course, GX has aired on that same time over six months. Still, its nice to see that they're, in a way, relating to both series.
D Dubbs commented on June 11 2008:
I'm not sure that Fox really cares too much about 4Kids' programming. There's barely any cross-promotion between Fox and 4Kids TV (i.e., you don't see promos for TMNT during American Idol or promos for House during Dinosaur King).
As a 4Kids rep said last month, they want out on Fox, unless they offer them a really good deal. Plus, it's kind of hard to imagine 4Kids programming two Saturday morning blocks for a substantial period of time.
SonicEclipse commented on June 11 2008:
I find it sad that 4Kids is only using 4Kids TV as a place for their older shows while moving the big names to CW4Kids, and that they want out of FOX. This is what I predicted though, and I guess its really the best way to go when looking at from a business stand point. I hope FOX programs their own Saturday morning block again, if not than I hope they can find a decent animation company to take over when 4Kids leaves in '09. Please no infomercials, talkshows, or news shows. There are enough networks running that garbage already.
It just hit me, but I remember reading on various Sonic forums that 4Kids' rights to Sonic X were suppose to expire back in '07. Obviously this was never true or the lisence was renewed, or else they wouldn't be streaming episodes on 4Kidstv.com, nor would they be beginning from episode 1 on June 21st.
This is also the first time I've heard about 4Kids losing the rights to Shaman King in July '08. But I don't think thats true, because I emailed 4Kids at the end of December about a possible Shaman King DVD release and they told they have plans to release the series on DVD sometime in '08. Could 4Kids be planning to release Shaman King with Shout Factory like they are with Dinosaur King? Also about CW4Kids, I'm sure that once One Piece gets out of it's hiatus stupor, it will move to CW4Kids
D Dubbs commented on June 14 2008:
Hmm...I found it pretty odd that there was no cross-promotion between the blocks this morning. How are Chaotic and Yu-Gi-Oh! GX viewers supposed to know that the shows are going air on The CW now? Oh well, they'll figure it out eventually, I suppose.
Light Lucario commented on June 14 2008:
I was thinking the same thing myself when I was waiting this morning's GX episode. I was actually expecting that they would announce the move to the CW4Kids after the episode, but they were making a bigger deal for the return of Sonic X and Kirby to the 4KidsTV block. If some fans of Yu-Gi-Oh! GX and Chaotic don't have access to a computer, then they'll probably look it up on TV Guide. That or maybe 4Kids will tell them about the change next week right before the shows replacing their time slots air. I remember that they did something like that for a couple of weeks when they put Sonic X only on their website.
biggdan22 commented on June 14 2008:
Typically they've announced shows that were on their network when they have had time changes, but they typically haven't announced them when they have network changes. I can say they were announcing all 4 changes for next week on The CW4Kids today, so maybe they'll mention it next week, but I doubt they mention it unless they start advertising that they are programming two blocks.
SonicEclipse commented on June 14 2008:
4Kids probably didn't mention anything about Chaotic, TMNT, Pokemon and YGOGX moving to The CW this morning because they're probably not allowed to. I don't think FOX would like it very much if they advertised shows that are for a different and competing network. It doesn't matter if the shows are moving to another 4Kids block, its still a separate Network. I know I wouldn't allow it, unless 4Kids and CW were paying my network to do so.
D Dubbs commented on June 18 2008:
Looks like the 4Kids.tv website is going under some reconstruction. Gone are the show icons at the top of the front page, and instead we have...spinning Pac-Man icons?
EDIT: Okay, the show icons have been uploaded, and they're pretty much the same as before, except now there's one for Kirby. I guess they'll add Kirby episodes to the "Watch" section eventually.
Also here are the schedule for both blocks for the next few weeks
June 28th, 2008 (4Kids TV)
08:00 AM Viva Pinata - Franklin Can't Dance; Les Saves the Day ... Again (#6)
08:30 AM Viva Pinata - Sick Day; Lights, Camera, Action! (#7)
09:00 AM TMNT - Attack of the Mousers (#3)
09:30 AM Pokemon DP: Battle Dimension - Hot Springing a Leak! (#63) NEW
10:00 AM Sonic X - Sonic to the Rescue (#2)
10:30 AM Dinosaur King - Alpha Bets It All (#11)
11:00 AM Kirby: Right Back at Ya! - A Blockbuster Battle (#2)
11:30 AM Winx Club - Tears of the Black Willow (#64)
12:00 PM The Cramp Twins - Date Dupe: Agent X (#2)
12:30 PM Viva Pinata - Franklin Can't Dance; Les Saves the Day ... Again (#6)
June 28th, 2008 (CW4Kids)
06:00 AM Will & Dewitt - Flakey Snakey; Raiders of the Lost Ball (#15)
06:30 AM Magi-Nation - The Forum of Elders (#15)
07:00 AM Monster Allergy - Claws (#15)
07:30 AM Spider Riders - Ghost Spider (#15)
08:00 AM Tom & Jerry Tales - Piranha Be Loved (By You); Spook House Mouse; Abracadumb (#13)
08:30 AM Blobbit Adventures - A Goopy Surprise; Whimsical Forest? Yes Please (#15)
09:00 AM Chaotic - Welcome to Chaotic, Part II (#2) NEW to CW4Kids
09:30 AM The Spectacular Spider-Man - Natural Selection (#3)
10:00 AM The Spectacular Spider-Man - Market Forces (#4)
10:30 AM TMNT: Fast Forward - Headlock Prime (#121) NEW to CW4Kids
11:00 AM Yu-Gi-Oh! GX - The Forbidden Ritual, Part II (#145) NEW to CW4Kids
11:30 AM The Batman - The Batman/Superman Story, Part II (#54)
12:00 PM Pokemon: Diamond and Pearl - When Pokemon Worlds Collide (#3) NEW to CW4Kids
12:30 PM Pokemon Diamond and Pearl - Dawn of a New Era (#4) NEW to CW4Kids
TMNT (classic) skips ahead one episode, and Fast Forward skips ahead two. Other than that, it's more of the same.
July 5th, 2008 (4Kids TV)
08:00 AM Viva Pinata - Mad Mongo; Hudson's Biggest Fan (#8)
08:30 AM Viva Pinata - Mission Impinitable; My Little Fergy (#9)
09:00 AM TMNT - Meet Casey Jones (#4)
09:30 AM Pokemon DP: Battle Dimension - Riding the Winds of Change (#64) NEW
10:00 AM Sonic X - Missile Wrist Rampage (#3)
10:30 AM Dinosaur King - Alpha's Zeta Point (#12)
11:00 AM Kirby: Right Back at Ya! - Beware: Wispy Woods! (#5)
11:30 AM Winx Club - Point of No Return (#65)
12:00 PM The Cramp Twins - Mr. Winkle's Monkey; Wicked Wendy (#3)
12:30 PM Viva Pinata - Mad Mongo; Hudson's Biggest Fan (#8)
July 5th, 2008 (CW4Kids)
06:00 AM Will & Dewitt - You Bet; By Invitation Only (#16)
06:30 AM Magi-Nation - Magi Undercover (#16)
07:00 AM Monster Allergy - Bewitched Party (#16)
07:30 AM Spider Riders - Corona's Homecoming (#16)
08:00 AM Tom & Jerry Tales - Ho Ho Horrors; Doggone Hill Hog; Northern Light Fish Fight (#8)
08:30 AM Blobbit Adventures - Rabbit Parade; Plush Mistake
09:00 AM Chaotic - Unexpected (#3) NEW to CW4Kids
09:30 AM The Spectacular Spider-Man - Competition (#5)
10:00 AM The Spectacular Spider-Man - The Invisible Hand (#6)
10:30 AM TMNT: Fast Forward - Playtime's Over (#122) NEW to CW4Kids
11:00 AM Yu-Gi-Oh! GX - Conquering the Past, Part I (#146) NEW to CW4Kids
11:30 AM The Batman - White Heat (#56)
12:00 PM Pokemon: Diamond and Pearl - Gettin' Twiggy with It! (#5) NEW to CW4Kids
12:30 PM Pokemon: Diamond and Pearl - Gymbaliar (#8) NEW to CW4Kids
This week, Kirby skips ahead two episodes. Meanwhile, The Batman skips ahead one episode. and Pokemon skips ahead 3
July 12th, 2008 (4Kids TV)
08:00 AM Viva Pinata - Hudson's Biggest Fan; Candiosity (#8b, #1b)
08:30 AM Viva Pinata - On a Sour Note; Pig-Out Mountain (#11)
09:00 AM TMNT - Return to New York (#23)
09:30 AM Pokemon DP: Battle Dimension (#65) NEW
10:00 AM Sonic X - Chaos Emerald Chaos (#4)
10:30 AM Dinosaur King - Escape From Zeta Point (#13)
11:00 AM Kirby: Right Back at Ya! - Un-Reality TV (#6)
11:30 AM Winx Club - Pay Back (#66)
July 12th, 2008 (CW4Kids)
06:00 AM Will & Dewitt - Wacky Talkie; Look, Up in the Sky (#17)
06:30 AM Magi-Nation - Frozen Fortress (#17)
07:00 AM Monster Allergy - The Return of Magnacat (#17)
07:30 AM Spider Riders - Corona's Homecoming (#17)
08:00 AM Tom & Jerry Tales - Octo Suave; Beach Bully Bingo; Treasure Map Scrap (#10)
08:30 AM Blobbit Adventures - The Great Park Adventure; Blobbit and the Mysterious Squirrel (#17)
09:00 AM Chaotic - Over Under Rent Asunder (#4) NEW to CW4Kids
09:30 AM The Spectacular Spider-Man - Catalysts (#7)
10:00 AM The Spectacular Spider-Man - Reaction (#8)
10:30 AM TMNT: Fast Forward - Night of Sh'okanabo! (#124) NEW to CW4Kids
11:00 AM Yu-Gi-Oh! GX - Conquering the Past, Part II (#147) NEW to CW4Kids
11:30 AM The Batman - A Mirror Darkly (#57)
12:00 PM Pokemon: Diamond and Pearl - Setting the World on it's Buneary (#8) NEW to CW4Kids
12:30 PM Pokemon: Diamond and Pearl - Not on MY Watch Ya Don't (#9) NEW to CW4Kids
TMNT Fast Forward skips another episode, TMNT 2003 skips all the way to Ep 23
SonicEclipse commented on June 19 2008:
CW4Kids.com now has elements of 4kids.tv, such as the account system and reward points system, and also the Chaotic virtural scanner. It's got the new schedule on the side too.
Looks pretty cool seeing Spider-Man and Batman on a 4Kids site, check it out.
I wonder if this means CW4Kids will have a new look this Saturday.
D Dubbs commented on June 20 2008:
Check out this article in the Buzz section:
This weekend is the first time you can check out what the CW4Kids has to offer. We’re bringing you some of the 4Kids shows as well as some popular CW shows.
Coming your way are Will & Dewitt, Magi-Nation, Monster Allergy, Spider Riders, Tom and Jerry Tales, Blobbit Adventures, Chaotic, two episodes of The Spectacular Spider-Man, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Fast Forward, Yu-Gi-Oh! GX, Batman, and two episodes of Pokémon!
So get ready, get set, and watch all morning long starting this Saturday and let us know what you think!
Interesting that they call it the first time you can watch CW4Kids. Well, I hope they create new bumps for tomorrow, rather than being lazy and sticking their logo on the former Kids' WB bumps (even if it does look pretty decent).
PC commented on June 20 2008:
Well really, they say the first time to "check out what CW4Kids has to offer", probably referring to the "new" 4Kids shows. I don't think they really mean the first "airing" of CW4Kids.
I'd love to have some new bumps though. I wonder if they'll gradually shift from the pseudo-WB look they have going on to turn it into the new 4KidsTV, keep the look they have now, or have a sort of "combo" of the two.
Bets on how long it takes before 4Kids goes all "G4" on us and changes the block name to 4KidsTV?
Joetiful View commented on June 21 2008:
No new bumpers today, still the same ones from Kids' WB
D Dubbs commented on June 23 2008:
Hey everyone! The ratings for CW4Kids on June 21st are in, and it’s an interesting mix! With all the changes and new shows being introduced, I was curious to see how everything performed. Here’s the rundown:
Pokémon: Diamond and Pearl – 2.1 million viewers
The Spectacular Spider-Man – 1.8 million viewers
Yu-Gi-Oh! GX – 1.5 million viewers
Tom and Jerry Tales – 1.3 million viewers
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Fast Forward – 1.2 million viewers
Will & Dewitt – 1.1 million viewers
Monster Allergy – 1.0 million viewers
Chaotic – 900,000 viewers
Magi-Nation – 800,000 viewers
Spider Riders – 750,000 viewers
Blobbit Adventures – 600,000 viewers
Biggest Surprises:
Pokémon and Spider-Man clearly showcased their popularity, with both shows drawing in impressive numbers. The nostalgic factor for Pokémon and the fresh spin on Spider-Man definitely seem to have resonated with viewers.
Chaotic performed decently for its premiere, but it’s not quite the breakout hit some might have hoped for.
Joetiful View commented on June 23 2008:
Those ratings are really fascinating! It’s great to see Pokémon hit the top spot; it's always been a powerhouse for the network. But I’m pleasantly surprised to see Spider-Man right behind it — guess the new visuals and storyline are really engaging the audience!
D Dubbs commented on June 23 2008:
Absolutely! And seeing Yu-Gi-Oh! GX in the third spot is encouraging, especially since it’s continuing a well-loved franchise. It seems like viewer loyalty to these brands led to strong openings, which is promising for future episodes. Definitely surprised to see Will and Dewitt and Monster Allergy peform well, The latter because it flunked on Kids' WB (only getting good ratings in the past few months, good, Zick deserves all the ratings he can get), and the former for not being that good (Dewitt in particular can be rather annoying, but hey, if kids like him, who am I to complain)
SonicEclipse commented on June 23 2008:
I’m a little disappointed that some shows like Magi-Nation and Blobbit Adventures didn’t perform as well. They’re both unique concepts and have potential, but it seems they struggled to grab attention against the more recognizable titles. I wonder if they’ll make any adjustments in the coming weeks?
Light Lucario commented on June 23 2008:
Yeah, the competition is tough! I think it’ll take some time for new shows like Chaotic and Magi-Nation to find their footing. Perhaps marketing or additional cross-promotion could help boost viewership. Plus, I’m hoping 4Kids implements new bumpers sooner rather than later to help refresh the block’s identity!
judyindisguise commented on June 23 2008:
It'll be interesting to see how they adapt based on these ratings! Obviously, they need to play to their strengths with what viewers already love (like Pokémon and Spider-Man). I bet we’ll see some programming tweaks if certain shows continue to struggle! Also is this a highness dream or is Will and Dewitt actually getting good ratings?
D Dubbs commented on June 23 2008:
Right! The next few weeks will be crucial. If shows can maintain or grow their audience, they'll likely stay put, but any drops may lead to quick changes. So, fingers crossed for our new favorites! Let’s keep our eyes on the ratings sweep! Also judyindisguise, you're not hallucinating, Will and Dewitt is actually getting good ratings,
Joetiful View commented on June 23, 2008:
Woah, Monster Allergy is actually pulling decent numbers? That’s surprising! I remember it not being super popular during its initial run on Kids' WB. It’s interesting to see how it’s finding a foothold now on CW4Kids.
SonicEclipse commented on June 23 2008:
Yeah, it seems like Monster Allergy has been holding its own pretty well throughout its current run since it started back in March. I think maybe people are starting to appreciate its unique premise and fun characters more now.
SonicEclipse commented on June 23 2008:
I have to admit, I'm really worried about the fate of Blobbit Adventures after seeing those ratings. With only 600,000 viewers, that puts it towards the bottom of the list, and I'm concerned it could be one of the first shows to get the axe if things don't improve. It's such a charming concept, and I really enjoy the colorful animation and the fun adventures Blobbit and her friends go on.
But with established hits like Pokémon, Spider-Man, and even Tom and Jerry Tales dominating the ratings, it feels like shows that don’t immediately resonate with viewers are going to struggle to stay on air. I just hope the network gives it a chance to find its audience. Maybe it just needs a stronger marketing push or some cross-promotions to catch on a little better?
Has anyone else been feeling anxious about this? I mean, it's such a sweet show that promotes creativity and friendship! It just deserves more time to grow, you know?
PC commented on June 23 2008:
News about the Chaotic game:
June 23, 2008 - 8:03 AM EDT
Chaotic(R) Trading Card Game's Momentum Continues with Sellout of New Silent Sands(TM) Booster Release
The Chaotic® Trading Card Game, which integrates a collectible trading card game with a unique online multi-player experience, has hit another significant milestone with the “sellout” of the new (third overall) Chaotic booster release, Silent Sands, which was announced today by 4Kids Entertainment (NYSE:KDE) and its wholly owned subsidiary TC Digital Games.
“We have had brisk pre-orders from comic and hobby stores and big box retailers of the highly anticipated ‘Silent Sands’ booster series resulting in an effective “sellout” of our inventory,” said Bryan C. Gannon, President and CEO of TC Digital Games. “Our Chaotic retail and distribution partners have been doing an incredible job supporting Chaotic and helping us build the fan base for The Chaotic® Trading Card Game.
“Kids across North America and in several other international territories are registering their enthusiasm for our compelling game and brand in significant numbers at retail and online,” said Alfred R. Kahn, Chairman and CEO, 4Kids Entertainment.
Silent Sands was released to comic and hobby stores on June 18, 2008 and will be available at mass market retailers in early July.
The Chaotic Online Game Experience also continues to increase in popularity, with over 1.7 million unique visitors on www.chaoticgame.com. Each Chaotic trading card has a unique code which can be uploaded to the Chaotic website enabling fans to replicate their Chaotic cards online. Chaotic players can store and trade their Chaotic trading cards online.
To add another exciting element to the Chaotic gaming experience, TC Digital Games recently launched Chaotic Battledrome Events, a national Organized Play program, at New York ComicCon, with additional events scheduled throughout 2008 at Wizard World Philadelphia, Origins Games Fair, San Diego Comic-Con, Gen Con Indy, Fan Expo Canada and Gen Con Australia.
Complementing the Chaotic Trading Card Game is the Chaotic animated TV series, which airs daily on the Jetix block of Toon Disney and Saturday mornings on the 4Kids TV block on FOX stations nationwide, as well as in TheCW4Kids morning block on The CW Network. Additionally, the Chaotic animated series is a hit in Canada where the show is the network’s #1 ranked program among Boys 2-11 (A.C. Nielsen 9/3/07–1/19/08) on Teletoon. The series follows the adventures of a group of teens that are fans of the Chaotic Trading Card and Online Game. By watching the animated series, viewers can discover battle strategies that will ultimately help them master Chaotic for both online and offline gameplay.
Chaotic has made its international debut as well, with the TV series and cards now available in Australia (where it airs on Network 10), Israel (Children’s Channel/Noga Communications), and South Africa (MNET).
It still amazes me just how fast Chaotic took off. I mean, it's already taken down long time runner Yu-Gi-Oh, and even the monumental-ish Magic: The Gathering.
And yet I've never seen such a popular TCG have such a "disappointing" performance in the ratings--at least compared with Pokemon or Yugi. I am ESPECIALLY shocked at how Monster Allergy beat it, seeing as it's in a pretty early slot.
Joetiful View commented on June 26 2008:
Hey everyone! Just wanted to remind everyone that the naming poll for the new show KikoRiki ends today! Make sure you've voted for your favorite name. I'm really curious to see what everyone thinks will be the final choice!
Light Lucario commented on June 26 2008:
I can’t believe it’s already the last day for voting! I’m really rooting for KikoRiki. It has such a fun ring to it! I hope the final name reflects the light-hearted nature of the show.
D Dubbs commented on June 26 2008:
I’m with you, Lucario! KikoRiki just sounds so catchy and perfect for an animated show. I think it captures the essence of the characters really well! Can't wait to see the final decision!
SonicEclipse commented on June 26 2008:
I'm really interested in the behind-the-scenes of how they're choosing the name. I feel like the name needs to encapsulate the heart of the show, even if GoGoRiki has a fun edge to it, something about KikoRiki feels like it could stand the test of time.
biggdan22 commented on June 26 2008:
I’m just excited to find out what the winner will be! It feels like the anticipation is as much of a ride as the show itself!
Judyindisguise commented on June 26 2008:
Same here! I’m really curious if the name they choose will influence how the show is marketed. I hope they pick a name that really pops and gets kids excited to watch.
4Kids_Bryan commented on June 26 2008:
Just to clarify, the poll closes at midnight tonight, so make sure to get your last-minute votes in! We’ll announce the winner tomorrow morning!
Joetiful View commented on June 27 2008:
Looks like the KikoRiki poll is officially closed! Can't wait to see the results! I'm keeping my fingers crossed for KikoRiki! 🤞
Light Lucario commented on June 27 2008:
Just saw the results! KikoRiki has won! 🎉 I’m so excited! I knew it would be the perfect name for the show!
SonicEclipse commented on June 27 2008:
That's awesome! I was rooting for KikoRiki all along! I can't wait to see how they animate everything under that name. It sounds so lively!
D Dubbs commented on June 27 2008:
Congrats to everyone who voted! I think KikoRiki is a fantastic choice! Now the question is, how will they incorporate the new name in the marketing? I hope they give it a vibrant look that matches the name!
Judyindisguise commented on June 27 2008:
Agreed! I can already picture all the colorful character designs and promo art. This is going to be fun!
4Kids_Bryan commented on June 27 2008:
Thank you all for participating in the naming poll! We’re thrilled to announce that the official title is indeed KikoRiki! Keep an eye out for more updates as we move toward the show’s debut this fall!
Joetiful View commented on June 27 2008:
Yay! This is such great news! I can’t wait to see where they take this show next!
D Dubbs commented on June 27 2008:
Some 4Kids.tv updates:
- Sneak peaks from CW4Kids shows are streaming in the Watch section. Also, 4Kids has started to upload previous kidswb.com mini-games to their Play section.
- 4Kids is hosting the Top 10 Moments in Yu-Gi-Oh! GX, like they did with Sonic X and Yu-Gi-Oh! earlier this year. Go here to watch the duels and vote.
And on a side note, I've started watching GX again, and I find the dub music terribly addicting. It's probably the only one of 4Kids soundtracks that I like listening to.
Bratbat commented on June 28 2008:
Apparently this guy thinks after 4KidsTV has left Fox channels across the nation, FoxKids will return.
Just look at the comments.
BTW "4Kids TV Last Stand"? They turned KidsWB into another 4Kids TV
Light Lucario commented on June 28 2008:
I'm kind of surprised that they're having a top ten countdown for GX, but I guess that they want to make an event like this so that more people would watch the episodes on CW4Kids and on their website. That looks like fun. I was hoping for a couple of duels to make the list, but it seems like a decent one. I should watch those episodes for the heck of it and for the voting, even though I'm leading towards the Graduation Match at this point. I also agree with you D Dubbs about the dub music for GX. I often find it really cacthy to listen to as I watch the episodes.
Bratbat commented on July 1 2008:
You know I really feel a need to bring up the people who hate the deal between 4Kids Entertainment's and the CW network.
I mean look at this
8 Ratings pure Five Stars so far!
Oh well it was lukewarm funny at least. But as a persuasive piece, it only appeals to tradition and uses "Once a(n) X, always a(n) X".
D Dubbs commented on July 1 2008:
Yep. It always amazes me how much people can waste their time hating on 4Kids. I mean, I understand why they're disliked, but some people take it too far...and of course, end up looking stupid in the process.
Rolling Cloud commented on July 1 2008:
Besides, there's more calmer ways of doing it then making a 'Youtube poop' video. >.>
Such as writing a letter, making a comparison site, etc.
Light Lucario commented on July 1 2008:
I feel the same way. I can understand why people hate 4Kids, but when they take it to the point where they want the company to die a slow and painful death or make YouTube videos where they throw swear words on them, that's when I think that they're taking it too far and just wasting so much negative energy on that hatred. Not only could people like that use calmer ways to express their dislike towards 4Kids, but they could also try to not be so consumed with negative feelings like that in the first place.
Daxdiv commented on July 1 2008:
Yes those are more constructive and informative. Sure the person doing a comparison could go on a tangent from time to time, but at least it is educating what differences between what 4Kids does to anime. Also there is my favorite series on YT called "The Top Ten Worst Dub Moments From 4Kids' One Piece Dub" an unfinished project, because the video creator is lazy/uninspired for the most part to complete it. It more like a comparison website.
Bratbat commented on July 1 2008:
Comparison videos IMO are supposed to be neutral videos that create a choice between disliking or choosing not to dislike.
But so far the only comparison videos made are those by people who dislike the company, and they sway their viewers by telling them "This change is bad" in text or in voice.
EDIT: Something keep getting repeated something about 4KidsTV killing FoxKids. Now CW4Kids killing KidsWB. Kill is an understatment; they devoured.
Light Lucario commented on July 2 2008:
I've seen a couple of comparison videos before for Yu-Gi-Oh! and I do agree with you comment about how many of those people simply tell their viewers that the change is bad in some way or another. If they handled the change more maturely, such as basically just showing the different versions and letting the viewers decide if they think the change is bad or not, then that would be a fine way to express their dislike of how 4Kids handles some of their shows.
As for the whole 4Kids devouring Kids' WB thing, I would have to disagree. From what I understand from the process of what happened to Kids' WB, Warner Brothers decided to sell the block and 4Kids just bought it. I believe the WB weren't content with the money coming from the block and so they chose to sell it. Or at least something like that. Anyway, it sounds like a business deal to me. I don't see how 4Kids could be blamed for a decision made by another company, but some people will think they're to blame anyway just because they're 4Kids.
SonicEclipse commented on July 2 2008:
Lucario is right. It was FOX/Saban that decided to sell Fox Kids, 4Kids just bought the time. Just like it was the CW that decided to sell Kids'WB!, 4Kids once again just bought the time. Blame FOX and CW, not 4Kids.
It's just people coming up with excuses to hate 4Kids. I've never hated 4Kids, I just think they make a lot of bad descions, but they're slowly learning from their mistakes.
D Dubbs commented on July 2 2008:
It seems 4Kids have added a new series of shorts and added them to 4kids.tv's Video Player
The Sensibles – a series of short, humorous films produced by 12foot6 , The films tell the story of the Sensibles, who work for the GNN Galactic News Network. They are a team observing the lives of the inhabitants of Earth. They observe everyday objects that are obvious to Earthlings.
Characters
Oi – the voice and presenter of space news. His red wig has always caused him problems, especially before going on air.
Bzzz – the chief of reporters. Equipped with an antenna and microphones. Locates the reporters' target.
Zzoom – cameraman. Observes and photographs given objects.
Blerah - has an incredibly large tongue. It licks objects and scans their taste. It is thanks to information from Blerah that Oi guesses what a given object is.
Cosmic Viewers – watch GNN Galactic News and express their fear or admiration.
D Dubbs commented on July 6 2008:
So, um, anyone catch 4Kids TV this weekend? I've got two questions for those who did: a) did they make another 4Kids national anthem and b) what was the 4Kids bonus code for this week?
Light Lucario commented on July 6 2008:
They didn't make another national anthem. They decided to have some of their characters look and gaze at fireworks instead. The 4Kids bonus code was independence. Write a conversation asking if CW4Kids are using 4Kids TV announcers or still Kids' WB ones