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Inspector Gadget and Johnny Test to Viper Comics
Typically, as seen with specials like Wolverine and the X-Men, it’s the other way around – comics becoming cartoons. But now, two generations worth of toons are now headed into the media of comic books; Inspector Gadget and Johnny Test are making the full transition from animation to the printed page, as Viper Comics signs the two properties to comic book deals. Inspector Gadget, DIC Entertainment’s (now Cookie Jar Entertainment’s) classic 80s toon, features a cyborg detective, whose human body stores multiple bionic gadgets — somewhat like an early Generator Rex! Johnny Test, on the other (non-bionic) hand, follows the adventures of Johnny and his brilliant twin sisters Susan and Mary. Fans can expect a graphic novel collection of each to hit store shelves in early 2011, along side a field dominated by Spider-Man, Batman, Superman, and other Marvel and DC super heroes. (more… )
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Sega’s Sonic Colors speeding closer to a release date
We’re getting closer to the release of Sega’s latest Sonic the Hedgehog video game, Sonic Colors. In the game, players use the colorful power of energy obtained from Wisps. There eight kinds of energy offer Sonic special powers, including; White Wisps for an extra boost, Cyan Wisps to bounce off surfaces, Yellow Wisps to dig into surfaces, and Orange Wisps to rocket through the sky. The Wii version of Sonic Colors will use a mixture of 2D and 3D, while the Nintendo DS version will offer dual screen, vertical views. Either way, its up to you, Sonic, and Tails to stop Doctor Eggman! (more… )
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TheCW4Kids versus Toonzai, the State of the 4Kids Union
Starting this fall, TheCW4Kids is no more. In it’s place, 4Kids Entertainment is launching a re-branded programming block dubbed Toonzai. Promos have already begun airing on The CW Saturday mornings to a number of mixed reviews, largely seemingly tainted against 4Kids. Our question to you; is that fair? 4Kids has been through a number of shakeups of late, and it doesn’t have the greatest fan-pleasing history across the internet. So is Toonzai a move in the right direction? Will fans still disapprove of the dubbing? What are your thoughts on the matter, ToonBarn audience? (more… )
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Dick Tracy, Richie Rich, Casper, Mr. Magoo and Fraidy Cat head to Luken Communications
Luken Communications and RTV (aka Retro Television Network) has big plans for the upcoming year. The company aims to add a ton of content to a new network aimed at classic TV and animation fans. Luken has already inked a number of deals with Classic Media to start filling those gaps, for which Classic Media was more than happy to provide. Included in the mix are: Richie Rich, Casper, The Lone Ranger, Mr. Magoo, Secret of Isis, Zorro, Shazam, Lassie, Dick Tracy, and Fraidy Cat. The new network appears to be a mix of the original Nick-at-Nite and Boomerang, boosting the spirit of people who love vintage shows and toons. Sounds good to us! (more… )
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Bleach The Movie: Memories of Nobody and Bleach The Movie 2: The Diamond Dust Rebellion rock Adult Swim
Adult Swim gets a lot of special features that simply can’t be found anywhere else. Recently, the late-night segment of Cartoon Network had one of its most impressive showings ever, airing two Bleach anime films back-to-back. First up was Bleach: Memories of Nobody, a 2006 film of the anime and manga Bleach series, which has only aired once before on Adult Swim, back on September 5th, 2009. The second film was the Bleach sequel, The Diamond Dust Rebellion, aired immediately afterward – nearly a full month before it will be available in Europe on DVD. Truly a great day for TOON fans, and an equally great day for Cartoon Network, which reaped the reward of big ratings for the double feature. Hopefully, that will make them anxious to repeat it! (more… )
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Disney’s Toy Story 3 tops DreamWorks’ Shrek 2 as top earning animated film
For 6 years now, Shrek 2 has remained on top of the mountain as the all-time highest grossing animated film, dethroning the Lion King after Disney’s animated classic had a 10 year reign. As of this past week, there’s a new boss in town, Disney and Pixar’s Toy Story 3. The 3D sequel juggernaut has earned over $920 million worldwide in the box office (over $400 million locally) besting Shrek’s $919.8 million. As the speed is dying down a bit since the June 18th launch, experts are unsure whether the film will have the legs to reach the $1 billion global plateau. However, the film is already Disney/Pixar’s highest grossing weekend with $109 million, and holds the title of the biggest June opening ever. And thankfully for us at home, Disney Studios Home Entertainment will release Toy Story 3 on Blu-ray and DVD on November 2, 2010. (more… )
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In Fear of the Phantom on Cartoon Network’s Scooby-Doo! Mystery Incorporated tonight
Tonight, at 7pm, The Phantom is taking over Cartoon Network. Well, trying to. In Hanna-Barbera’s latest episode of Scooby-Doo! Mystery Incorporated, the Hex Girls head to Crystal Cove, offering the gang a front row seat. But when an evil specter named The Phantom tries to cancel The Hex Girls’ tour — permanently — it’s up to Fred Jones, Daphne Blake, Velma Dinkley, Norville Rogers a.k.a. “Shaggy,” and Scooby-Doo to keep Velma’s favorite band in the music business. And to help make sure that works out, the band recruits Daphne as their newest member, Crush! Will this be the episode we see sparks fly between Fred and Daphne? Check it out, tonight! (more… )
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Nick Jr. DVD presents Wow! Wow! Wubbzy!: Wubbzy Goes to School
I know, I know… no one wants to hear it’s “back to school” time. I’m with ya. So let’s just ignore the “Wubbzy Goes to School” part of the title and instead concentrate on it being a new Wow! Wow! Wubbzy! DVD! The package, released by Nickelodeon and Anchor Bay Entertainment, features everybody’s favorite yellow, bendy-tailed buddy from Nick Jr. In the adventure, Wubbzy faces his fear, Widget trains to be a ballerina and everybody tries to learn tricks from Moo Moo The Magician. Join the fun, as Wubbzy and his friends meet new kids and discover new experiences, with plenty of singing and dancing along the way! The DVD features six episodes of the series, which is produced by Bolder Media in association with Starz Media’s Film Roman Animation Studio. Take a look at the teaser trailer (more… )