CARTOON Network has spoken out following claims it could be heading towards a shutdown.
Rumors that the beloved television channel could be closing quickly spread online.
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SOCIAL MEDIA STORM
Rumors of Cartoon Network’s demise began on social media with the Animation Workers Ignited X account, @AWorkersIgnited.
On July 8, 2024, the account shared a publish which read: “Cartoon Network is dead?!?!”
“Share what’s at stake in animation!!! Post about your favorite Cartoon Network shows using #RIPCartoonNetwork.”
The post has since racked up over 8 million views and #RIPCartoonNetwork began trending on the social media platform.
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Ghost User he wrote“It’s truly the end of the era of Cartoon Network’s iconic childhood memories. #RIPCartoonNetwork.”
A fan named Redd posted“Cartoon Network must be saved at all costs. #RIPCartoonNetwork.”
User Pizza Dad shared a clip of Steve Carell as Michael Scott from The Office and wrote, “Me trying to understand why a cartoon network would be canceled #RipCartoonNetwork.”
DENYING THE RUMORS
Cartoon Network – which belongs to Warner Brothers Discovery – released a statement denying the rumors and confirmed that it will continue to produce content.
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According to The economic timesthe channel said: “Cartoon Network would like to clarify that there is no truth to the speculation that the network or studio are closing.
“With a series of green lights recently announced, we remain committed to continually investing in innovative content that entertains and inspires our viewers around the world.”
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INDUSTRY PROBLEMS
While Cartoon Network is not closing, the allegations have drawn attention to real problems in the entertainment industry regarding animation studios.
On July 9, 2024, Cartoon Base posted“The original Cartoon Network Studios has closed.
“Cartoon Network is not dead as a brand and channel, but many projects have been canceled and MANY employees have been laid off due to outsourcing and corporate mergers. #RIPCartoonNetwork.”
However, according to Live MassThere have been no reports of Cartoon Network laying off workers since 2022.
According to the vehicle, at the time, it was reported that Warner Brothers decided to lay off 82 employees and dismantle 43 open positions in its television division.
In May 2024, Cartoon beer stated that the animation industry was in trouble, citing a YouTube video from industry employee Zach Mulligan.
According to the vehicle, the industry is heading towards a “collapse” due to streaming, employee layoffs, outsourcing, company mergers and acquisitions and AI.
Top Cartoon Network Shows
Cartoon Network has produced a number of successful shows since the early 1990s.
Per BuzzFeedIts main animated series include:
- The Powerpuff Girls
- Courage the Cowardly Dog
- Ed, Edd and Eddy
- Adventure Time
- Dexter’s Laboratory
- Steven Universe
- Johnny Bravo
- Teen Titans
- Teen Titans Go!
- The Terrible Adventures of Billy and Mandy
- Codename: Kids Next Door
- Cow and Chicken
- The Looney Tunes Show
- The Amazing World of Gumball
- Clarence
- We Strip Bears
- The Wonderful Misadventures of Flapjack
- Scooby Doo! Mystery Embodied
- 2 stupid dogs
- My gym partner is a monkey
- Foster Home for Imaginary Friends
- SamuraiJack
- Totally spies!
- Creek Craig
- Total Drama Island
- MegaXLR
- Through the garden wall
- Soup
- I am a weasel
- Ben 10
- Just a show
- Great uncle
CARTOON CLASSICS
Cartoon Network has produced a number of successful animated shows over the years.
Fan favorites include 1990s-2000s classics such as The Powerpuff Girls, Dexter’s Laboratory, Courage, the Cowardly Dog and Ed, Edd n Eddy.
Other hits include series such as Adventure Time, Regular Show, Total Drama Island, Summer Camp Island and Teen Titans Go!
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