Cartoon Network unveiled at Licensing Expo in Las Vegas the first look at Blossom, Bubbles and Buttercup from the all-new series The Powerpuff Girls, slated for a 2016 global launch.
Produced by Cartoon Network Studios, the series will feature the voices of Amanda Leighton as Blossom, Kristen Li as Bubbles, Natalie Palamides as Buttercup and Tom Kenny, reprising his role as the Narrator-Mayor.
The new series will be executive produced by Nick Jennings, who won an Emmy for his work on Adventure Time, and Bob Boyle creator of Wow! Wow! Wubbzy! will co-executive produce.
To support the worldwide launch in 2016, Cartoon Network is assembling a roster of licensing partners to create a full consumer products program for the franchise. Spin Master will anchor the program, creating a line of toys including plush, figures and playsets, dolls and more available worldwide in fall 2016.
Additionally, in North America, Penguin Young Readers Group will debut a series of books based on The Powerpuff Girls in fall 2016 as part of the Cartoon Network Books imprint, and Disguise will launch costumes for kids, juniors and adults, as well as year-round dress-up toys and accessories for kids, also available in fall 2016. Warner Home Video will distribute the series’ home entertainment releases.
The Powerpuff Girls is one of Cartoon Network’s most enduring original series. Created by Craig McCracken, the series premiered in 1996 and earned two Emmy Awards along with five nominations and countless animation honors throughout its 78-episode run. The series also spawned a feature film with Warner Bros. Pictures in 2002.
No more Ben 10 oh my gooooddddd
Haters are gonna hate! The Ben 10 Reboot will poke fun at the haters!
The new PPG doesn’t look bad, but Ben looks like he hasn’t gone to school yet.
Well, I’m not sure if this is a good idea or a tragic disaster yet, but at least the designs are better than the ones from the “Dance Pantsed Revolution” special
I love Amanda Leighton, sooo talented. Can’t wait
As I much as I like them getting new voices for the first time since forever, I still think the originals would do much better. Cartoon Network really needs to think about the fans first before changing the VA’s for the girls. But hey, at least good ol’ Tom Kenny is back.
New voices……?
I grew up with and adore the old voices, but I can understand the network wanting fresh faces/voices for a new target audience. I’m happy these young women got such a great job opportunity.
I’m always up for change and I’m sure the new voices will be amazing! The producers are no fools….young fresh voices/girls will be what the younger fans want to see vs. a 30 or 40 something generation. Good for you! Looking forward!!!