Classic Rugrats Comic Strip for October 3, 2026 | Nickelodeon

Classic Rugrats Comic Strip for October 3, 2026 | Nickelodeon

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Rugrats, provided to Creators Syndicate by Nickelodeon, based off the popular animated television series has been created for children and family's to laugh and enjoy together.

Follow these comics and their take on real episodes of the show and their own spin on hilarious adventures.

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Paramount-WBD Will Now Be Called Skydance, David Ellison Reveals

After the expected close of their merger, Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery will together be known as Skydance.

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CEO David Ellison revealed the new name Friday, October 2 in a post on X. The $110 billion merger is projected to be finalized on Tuesday, October 6 after a year-long pursuit by Ellison and a two-month delay caused by antitrust lawsuits by 12 states and the Writers Guild of America.

“What once was the peak, is now just the beginning,” Ellison wrote. “Paramount and Warner Bros. shaped over a century of culture. By combining them, we aren’t rewriting history – we’re equipping these iconic studios with a more powerful engine. Together, we are Skydance: a creative-first home for bold, quality storytelling.”

The choice of the name, he said, stemmed from several objectives. One is to preserve the history of Paramount and Warner Bros. as individual entities under the Skydance umbrella. “We never wanted a new corporate identity to diminish, alter or overshadow either one. Instead, we wanted a name that would give the combined company an identity of its own while allowing Paramount and Warner Bros. – and all our extraordinary brands – to remain in the spotlight.”

When Skydance acquired Paramount in August 2025, the company wanted to take advantage of Paramount’s familiar consumer brand while also emphasizing Skydance as the corporate parent. That meant the official name was “Paramount, a Skydance Corporation,” which was later streamlined to “Paramount Skydance Corporation.”

Before the two large media companies combined, the new entity also faced the legal obstacle of an antitrust lawsuit by 12 state attorneys general and the Writers Guild of America, which labeled it an illegal monopoly. The settlement of the lawsuits, laid out in a 5-year consent decree, requires separation of the Paramount and WBD operations in several business areas. It also tries to guard against one of the major studios being dissolved, as has been the fear of merger opponents. Those precautions meant that a name appearing to favor one merger partner over the other would also be a potential problem.

In the absence of any official guidance on the name, colloquial handles like “WarnaMount” or “ParaBros” became commonplace. One stark reality of the new identity is that Discovery Communications, which went public in 2008, two decades after the Discovery Channel lit up as a cable network, will now no longer have its name in lights.

What once was the peak, is now just the beginning.

Paramount and Warner Bros. shaped over a century of culture. By combining them, we aren't rewriting history — we're equipping these iconic studios with a more powerful engine. Together, we are Skydance: a creative-first home for… pic.twitter.com/uInLRY3IrE

— David Ellison (@davidellison) October 2, 2026

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From Deadline:

Post-Merger Skydance Keeping Both HBO Max & Paramount+ Streaming Brands

More indication that the newly-christened combined Paramount-Warner Bros. Discovery company would bundle the two flagship streamers, Paramount+ and HBO Max, instead of merging them into one.

The video released earlier today by Paramount CEO David Ellison to announce that the new company will carry the name of his old one, Skydance, ended with a slide featuring the new moniker surrounded by what were positioned as the key, most valuable brands of the merged company. (You can see it [above].) It included the logos of Paramount, Warner Bros., DC, CBS, CNN, Nickelodeon, as well as both HBO Max and Paramount+.

Since Paramount was already represented, also including Paramount+ feels intentional, along with the choice of HBO Max vs. the legacy HBO brand.

Paramount (which will become Skydance on Oct. 6 when the WBD acquisition closes) is yet to officially confirm how it will combine HBO Max and Paramount+ into a streaming operation expected to be overseen by Casey Bloys, Chairman and CEO of HBO and HBO Max Content.

Asked yesterday whether the two platforms, which are considered pretty complimentary in their offerings, would be bundled vs. fully integrated, he hinted that a bundle may be the way to go.

“I don’t want to comment on what is going to happen or anything like that, but I would point to the HBO Max-Disney bundle, which has been very successful,” he said, adding, “So, could you see something like that happening? That would make a lot of sense.”

Both streaming brands making Skydance’s MVP list would seem to support that idea too.

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Original source: Deadline; H/T: Bluesky; 

Nickelodeon Powers Up New York Comic Con 2026 with the 'Fun-ergy Factory'

NICKELODEON POWERS UP NEW YORK COMIC CON 2026 WITH THE “FUN-ERGY FACTORY”

Slime-Fueled Experience to Deliver the Ultimate Celebration of Kid-ness for Fans of All Ages

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Nickelodeon is inviting fans inside its FUN-ERGY FACTORY at New York Comic Con 2026, to help generate fun, unleash slime and get soaked in the ultimate celebration of kid-ness. The FUN-ERGY FACTORY brings the brand’s signature spirit of play to life inside its booth (#1523) on the convention center floor, where kids of all ages power the experience through interactive challenges, immersive moments and must-share photo opportunities inspired by Nickelodeon’s beloved franchises, including SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS, AVATAR: THE LAST AIRBENDER and TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES across all four NYCC days. The 20th edition of New York Comic Con runs Thursday, October 08 - Sunday, October 11, 2026 at Javits Center.

AT THE “FUN-ERGY FACTORY” (INSIDE THE CONVENTION CENTER):

• Fans will work together to generate “fun-ergy” through interactive challenges that build toward the ultimate playful payoff – a nearly 20-foot-tall Slime Surge.

• “Enter the Splat,” a tactile fully immersive environment where fans can (literally) step into Nickelodeon’s iconic world and capture surprise photo and video moments.

• Enter the World of TMNT with a sewer lair photo op alongside the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles.

• Nickelodeon also has spooky surprises for kids. If you go to the show with young fans dressed in costume, you can pick up an exclusive Nicktober Hallo-Scream trick-or-treat bag. This frightfully fun experience will only happen on Saturday, Oct. 10, and Sunday, Oct. 11, while supplies last.

Fans can enter the Fun-ergy Factory to experience their favorite fandoms. | Source: Nickelodeon

BLOOD, BENDERS AND THE BRIDGE:

PARAMOUNT+ IS HEADED TO NEW YORK COMIC CON

WITH DEXTER^®: RESURRECTION, AVATAR: SEVEN HAVENS

AND STAR TREK: STARFLEET ACADEMY

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September 23, 2026 - Paramount+ is bringing three of its fan-favorite worlds to New York Comic Con this October. From October 8-10, con-goers can catch first-looks, cast conversations and exclusive reveals from: Dexter: Resurrection, Avatar: Seven Havens and Star Trek: Starfleet Academy.

Thursday, October 8 | 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM, Main Stage | Dexter: Resurrection S2 Panel

Two decades ago, audiences were introduced to the world’s most compelling serial killer. Now, the Dexter^® legacy continues. Join the cast and creative team behind Paramount+’s Dexter: Resurrection to celebrate the franchise's landmark 20th anniversary and get an exclusive look at what’s in store for the upcoming second season. Moderated by Josh Horowitz, the panel will feature Michael C. Hall, Uma Thurman, James Remar, Jack Alcott, Bokeem Woodbine and Krysten Ritter, as well as showrunner and executive producer Clyde Phillips and executive producers Scott Reynolds and Marcos Siega – and plenty of killer surprises.

Fans can also step inside the world of Dexter at The Dexter 20th Anniversary Museum Experience, a limited-time immersive experience open October 9–11 at Chelsea Industrial (547 W 28th St, New York, NY 10001). Featuring iconic props, immersive recreations, interactive experiences and photo moments spanning the franchise’s 20-year history, fans can reserve free tickets, with a standby line also available daily. The experience will also host an onsite blood drive with New York Blood Center, with appointments available here.

From Emmy^®-nominated showrunner and executive producer Clyde Phillips, the second season of Dexter: Resurrection finds Dexter Morgan (Hall) caught between two killers — one with decades of notoriety and a lifetime of kills behind him, and the other a fresh young face terrorizing New York in ways no one has ever seen. Meanwhile, Dexter battles a new and unexpected enemy: a mid-life crisis. Harrison (Jack Alcott) continues his own pursuit of justice as father and son face their darkest chapter yet. Dexter: Resurrection and Dexter^®: Original Sin are available to binge on Paramount+ only with the Premium Plan. Binge Dexter^®: New Blood and the original Dexter series with all Paramount+ plans.

Saturday, October 10 | 3:15 PM - 4:15 PM, Empire Stage | Star Trek Universe

The Star Trek universe returns to New York Comic Con, featuring the Paramount+ Original series Star Trek: Starfleet Academy for an exclusive sneak peek and conversation about the upcoming sophomore season. Panelists include series star Holly Hunter, plus Sandro Rosta, Bella Shepard Karim Diané, Robert Picardo and co-showrunners and executive producers Alex Kurtzman and Noga Landau.

As Star Trek celebrates its 60th anniversary, the panel will also feature a special conversation with William Shatner, the legendary actor behind Captain James T. Kirk.

Season two of Star Trek: Starfleet Academy follows our cadets into their second year aboard the USS Athena. There, their ideals of leadership, friendship, romance and morality are put to the test as they navigate budding rivalries, shaky diplomatic negotiations, a fiercely competitive schoolwide tournament, and the arrival of a mysterious new cadet whose existence raises questions that could have consequences far beyond the classroom.

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Paramount+ is the global flagship streaming home of premium original series and entertainment from some of the most enduring brands in television to subscribers around the world. Drawing on decades of beloved IP, Paramount+ also features a diverse offering of live sports, feature films, news and series from across the Paramount portfolio including CBS hits like Marshals and Tracker, all BET Original Series, the Avatar animated universe from Nickelodeon and more. It is a key pillar of the Direct-to-Consumer division at Paramount, a Skydance Corporation (Nasdaq: PSKY), whose portfolio spans Paramount Pictures, Pluto TV, and Skydance Animation, Games and Sports divisions. For more information, visit www.paramount.com.

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Nickelodeon NYCC 2026 Panels:

Friday, October 9 | 11:15 AM - 12:15 PM, Main Stage | Avatar: Seven Havens

Four Nations fans: unite for the ultimate celebration of Avatar: Seven Havens on its premiere day! Moderated by the original voice of Korra, Janet Varney, join executive producers Michael Dante DiMartino, Bryan Konietzko, Ethan Spaulding and Sehaj Sethi plus cast members Saheli Khan (“Pavi”), Aishu Devan (“Nisha”) and Major Curda (“Jae”) for an exclusive glimpse into the making of the series. Plus, hear more about what's in store across the Avatar Legends universe.

Fans can also put their bending skills to the test at the Avatar Legends Booth (#1723) featuring photo opportunities and swag, including an exclusive footwear in collaboration with Reebok. Meanwhile, Paramount Games will host a special Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game event at OS: NYC on Friday, October 9. The event will feature Avatar Legends activations including a Four Nations Food Cart, a high-stakes Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game tournament with special prizes, giveaways and more. Register here to save your spot.

Avatar: Seven Havens is an all-new, original series from creators Michael DiMartino and Bryan Konietzko, set to premiere globally on Paramount+ on Friday, October 9. Set in the world of Avatar: The Last Airbender, the original 2D-animated series centers around a young Earthbender who discovers she’s the new Avatar after Korra in a world shattered by a devastating cataclysm. Michael Dante DiMartino and Bryan Konietzko are co-creators and executive producers for Avatar: Seven Havens. Ethan Spaulding is executive producer and Sehaj Sethi is co-executive producer.

Fire, Earth, Water, Air: Continuing the Avatar Legacy

Thu, Oct 8, 2026 / 4:15 PM - 5:00 PM / Room 1B02

Abrams Books, Dark Horse Comics, Magpie Games, and more are thrilled to treat fans to a panel worthy of the Avatar! Join publishing's creators and writers of Avatar: The Last Airbender and The Legend of Korra for an exploration of the beloved world.

Panelists: Randy Ribay, Allison King, James Mendez Hodes, Emma Bonham, and Ben Wilgus

Moderated by: Joan Hilty

Guests:

Allison King - The Legend of Aang: The Last Airbender; The Phoenix Pencil Company

Ben Wilgus - Avatar Legends: The Official Character Encyclopedia (Insight Editions), Avatar Legends: Masters of the Elements Vol 1 (Dark Horse), Avatar: The Last Airbender: The Lost Adventures (Dark Horse), The Last Airbender: Zuko's Story (Del Rey)

James Mendez Hodes - Avatar Legends: The RPG (game designer), Eat the Reich (cultural consultant)

Randy Ribay - The Reckoning of Roku, The Awakening of Roku, Nest of Tongues

Fire, Earth, Water, Air: Continuing the Avatar Legacy -- Post Panel Book Signing

Thu, Oct 8, 2026 / 5:15 PM - 6:15 PM / Hall 1A: Author Signing Tables

Join authors from the Avatar Legacy panel as they meet fans and sign books. One book personalized, up to three total books signed, no posed photos. Books will be available for purchase from Barnes & Noble Union Square, NYCC’s official show booksellers, adjacent to the signing tables.

IDW Publishing: You'll Want to Be in This Room

Fri, Oct 9, 2026 / 11:15 AM - 12:00 PM / North-Room 406.2

Do you think the panel title is exaggerating? Just wait until you hear what we're going to announce. Yes, we had one of our best years yet with fan-favorite franchises like Ninja Turtles, original hits like Beneath the Trees, and acclaimed genre imprints like IDW Dark... But that was just the beginning, and the news we drop in this panel will have everyone talking. If you skip the panel and see the news on your phone, you're definitely gonna feel shaken.

Panelists: Christopher Cantwell, Patrick Horvath, Matthew Rosenberg, Mariko Tamaki, and Stan Sakai

The Four Nations Gathering | Avatar Cosplay Meetup

Fri, Oct 9, 2026 / 5:00 PM - 5:45 PM / South Concourse Cosplay Meetups

Come together benders and nonbenders! This meetup welcomes cosplayers from across the entire Avatar universe including Avatar: The Last Airbender The Legend of Korra and beyond. Whether you’re an Avatar bender warrior spirit villain or citizen of the Four Nations come join us for a fun gathering and plenty of photos! All Avatar cosplayers are welcome from iconic characters to original characters and creative interpretations. Let’s bring the Four Nations together show off our cosplays meet fellow fans and capture some amazing group photos. Water. Earth. Fire. Air. Everyone is welcome!

Guests:

Xcandilation - Cosplay, Art and Handmade Costumes

SpongeBob SquarePants Live Cooking Demo!

Sun, Oct 11, 2026 / 12:15 PM - 1:00 PM / Hall 1E: Community Stage

Come see award-winning author and recipe developer Jarrett Melendez demonstrate a recipe from his new book: The Official SpongeBob SquarePants Cookbook! You’ll learn a thing or two about cooking in a pineapple under the sea and get a chance to ask questions about cooking techniques and how Jarrett creates cookbooks inspired by all your favorite fandoms.

Guests:

Jarrett Melendez - Chef's Kiss, Percy Jackson & The Olympians: The Official Cookbook, My Pokemon Baking Book

Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game OS NYC Takeover

• Hosted By: Paramount Games
• OS NYC • New York, NY
• Friday, October 9 • 4 PM - 10 PM

Overview

Step into the Four Nations at OS NYC for Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game, featuring gameplay, challenges, food, drinks, prizes & more.

Join Paramount Games Friday, October 9th for an evening of competitive gaming, exclusive giveaways, Avatar-inspired food and drinks, and immersive experiences celebrating the world of Avatar Legends at OS NYC.

At the center of the night is a free-entry, double-elimination Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game tournament, hosted by @YOSENSII, with a $1,750 prize pool up for grabs.

Beyond the tournament, guests can experience the game firsthand, grab exclusive merch, and explore Avatar-inspired moments throughout OS NYC.

What to Expect

Event Highlights

• Free-entry double-elimination tournament
• $1,750 tournament prize pool
• Tournament hosted by @YOSENSII
• Open gameplay throughout the event
• Four Nations-inspired food cart
• Custom Avatar Legends cocktails and mocktails
• Photo-Appa
• Exclusive merch giveaways
• DJ and more surprises throughout the night

Friday, October 9, 2026

4:00 PM – 10:00 PM

OS NYC | 50 Bowery, New York, NY 10013

FREE ENTRY

Come play, compete, eat, drink, and celebrate Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game in NYC. 18+.

Please Note

This event is first come, first served and subject to venue capacity. An RSVP does not guarantee admission. It's recommend arriving early to secure entry.

Aaahh!!! Real Monsters Thrilljoy PIX! NYCC 2026 Exclusives

Thrilljoy Collectibles is heading to NYCC 2026 with AAAHH!!! Real Monsters PIX! figures featuring Ickis, Krumm and Oblina!

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'The SpongeBob Musical' Heads to Sea for the First Time on Royal Caribbean’s Hero of the Seas

“The SpongeBob Musical” Heads to Sea for the First Time on Royal Caribbean’s Hero of the Seas

Inspired by the hit Broadway musical and Nickelodeon animated series, the all-new production will bring the world of Bikini Bottom to life on the new Icon Class family vacation debuting August 2027

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MIAMI, Oct. 2, 2026 – Royal Caribbean is introducing “The SpongeBob Musical,*” the first-ever at-sea production inspired by the Tony award-winning Broadway show on Hero of the Seas when the fourth Icon Class vacation sets sail from Miami in August 2027. As part of the bold entertainment lineup on the newest family vacation, the adventure-packed show will bring the vibrant world of Bikini Bottom to life in the Royal Theater. “The SpongeBob Musical” joins Royal Caribbean’s award-winning entertainment portfolio, which continues to push the boundaries for experiences across stage, air, water and ice for vacationers of all ages. 

“At Royal Caribbean, we’re focused on creating incredible experiences that bring families of all ages together in meaningful, memorable ways,” said Christi Coachman, vice president, entertainment, Royal Caribbean. “Our entertainment lineup on Hero of the Seas is designed with something for everyone. ‘The SpongeBob Musical’ delivers on that by bringing generations together through a story families know and love, while showcasing the creativity, cutting-edge technology and world-class production that can only be experienced on a Royal Caribbean vacation.”

From under the sea to at sea, “The SpongeBob Musical” on Hero will transform the beloved Nickelodeon animated series and 12-time Tony Award-nominated Broadway show into a reimagined production for the whole family that can be experienced only on Royal Caribbean. Filled with unexpected twists, larger-than-life characters, hit songs and above all – friendship, the adventure will show audiences that heroes can come from even the most unlikely places as SpongeBob and his Bikini Bottom friends race against time to save their town from total destruction. 

Beyond groundbreaking entertainment for all ages, vacationers can go all in on adventure across eight neighborhoods with experiences including:

• Crown’s Edge, part skywalk, part zip line experience suspended 154 feet above the ocean

• Category 6, the largest waterpark at sea

• Nine pools, including the new Coconut Cove pool and the adults-only The Hideaway, featuring two pools and the largest swim-up bar at sea

• 28 dining venues, including the multi-course Orleans Parrish Supper Club; an immersive train car dining experience at Royal Railway – Hero Station; hands-on cooking classes in a new venue to be revealed and more

• Brand-new family accommodations, including the three-deck Ultimate Family Treehouse featuring a rooftop terrace, whirlpool and two-deck teen space

Hero will take vacationers on 7-night Eastern and Western Caribbean adventures from Miami, with every adventure visiting Royal Caribbean’s top-rated Perfect Day CocoCay in The Bahamas. Adventurers can choose to explore Western Caribbean spots like Cozumel, Mexico, and Roatan, Honduras, or head to tropical Eastern Caribbean destinations such as Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas, and Philipsburg, St. Maarten.

For more information on Hero, vacationers can visit Royal Caribbean’s website.

About Royal Caribbean

Royal Caribbean, part of Royal Caribbean Group (NYSE: RCL), has delivered memorable vacations for more than 50 years. The cruise line’s game-changing ships and signature destinations revolutionize vacations with industry-leading innovations and an all-encompassing combination of experiences, from thrills and ways to chill, to dining and entertainment, for every type of family and vacationer. Voted “Best Cruise Line Overall” for 23 consecutive years in the Travel Weekly Readers Choice Awards, Royal Caribbean makes memories with adventurers across more than 300 destinations in 80 countries on all seven continents, including Perfect Day CocoCay in The Bahamas and Royal Beach Clubs in Paradise Island and Santorini, plus Royal Beach Club Lelepa coming soon. 

Media can stay up to date by following @RoyalCaribPR on X and visit www.RoyalCaribbeanPressCenter.com. For additional information or to book, vacationers can visit www.RoyalCaribbean.com, call (800) ROYAL-CARIBBEAN or contact their travel advisor.

About The SpongeBob Musical

The SpongeBob Musical is based on the beloved animated series created by Stephen Hillenburg and tells the story of the optimistic SpongeBob and his irresistible friends coming together to save their undersea world from volcanic destruction. The musical features a book by Tony Award-nominated, Obie Award-winning writer and musician Kyle Jarrow, with original songs by Yolanda Adams, Steven Tyler and Joe Perry of Aerosmith, Sara Bareilles, Jonathan Coulton, Alexander Ebert of Edward Sharpe & The Magnetic Zeros, The Flaming Lips, Lady A, Cyndi Lauper, John Legend, Panic! At the Disco, Plain White T’s, They Might Be Giants and T.I., and songs by David Bowie, Tom Kenny and Andy Paley. Additional lyrics are by Jonathan Coulton, with additional music by Tom Kitt. The musical production was conceived by renowned writer, director and Drama Desk Award-winning Tina Landau.

 

About Paramount Products & Experiences

Paramount Products & Experiences oversees all licensing, merchandising, and location-based experiences for Paramount, a Skydance Corporation (Nasdaq: PSKY), a leading next generation global media and entertainment company. The division brings to life iconic franchises and beloved characters through innovative products and immersive experiences across categories including toys, apparel, publishing, food and beverage, theme parks, hotels, cruises, attractions, and live entertainment. Its global portfolio is powered by content from brands such as Nickelodeon, Paramount Pictures, CBS, MTV, Comedy Central, and Paramount+, and fan-favorite franchises like PAW Patrol, SpongeBob SquarePants, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Star Trek and Yellowstone. To explore our range of consumer products and Paramount-branded merchandise, visit ParamountShop.com.

 

* Nickelodeon’s THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL based on the series by Stephen Hillenburg with a book by Kyle Jarrow, is presented in arrangement with Concord Theatricals. ©2026 Viacom International Inc. All Rights Reserved. Nickelodeon, SpongeBob SquarePants and all related titles, logos, and characters are trademarks of Viacom International Inc. www.concordtheatricals.com.

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Nickelodeon to Premiere New 'Smurfs Adventures' Special 'The Great Magic Showdown' on October 12

Nickelodeon will be treating viewers to a magical brand new Smurfs special this Halloween!

'The Great Magic Showdown' Development Art - The Smurfs Standalone Episodes 2026 © Peyo Productions - All Rights Reserved

Nickelodeon is set to premiere "The Great Magic Showdown," the first of two brand new standalone Smurfs Adventures specials based on the iconic blue characters created by Peyo, on Monday, October 12 at 11:00 a.m. (ET/PT)!

In the all-new special, Papa Smurf is invited by the great wizard Homnibus to take part in the creation of the philosopher’s stone, when a strange participant appears–the magician Radicchio, who has many similarities with Gargamel.

In addition to "The Great Magic Showdown," Nickelodeon has also acquired the rights to the second Smurfs Adventures special, "An Unexpected Arrival." Both specials are set to air on Nickelodeon channels worldwide.

Find out more about the new Smurfs Adventures specials below!:

Nickelodeon is set to bring Smurfs Adventures to children and long-standing fans of the beloved blue characters alike globally.

A year after announcing its two standalone episodes, Smurfs Adventures, Peyo Company returns to Annecy with exciting news for fans. Both standalones will air globally on Nickelodeon, a long-time partner of Peyo Company and broadcaster of the hit 2021 CG series. In Belgium, RTBF and Ketnet have also confirmed their partnership, bringing Smurfs Adventures to children and long-standing fans of the beloved blue characters alike.

As Peyo Company—founded by Peyo’s daughter, Véronique Culliford, to ensure the continuation of Peyo’s legacy—celebrates the 45th anniversary of the classic Hanna-Barbera series The Smurfs, these two brand-new TV adventures take the iconic blue heroes beyond their village to face new challenges, while staying true to the core values of laughter, excitement and friendship that have defined The Smurfs since their creation in 1958 and their TV reboot in 2021.

Spanning multiple genres, these standalone episodes add new depth to the fast-paced, highly engaging Smurfs Adventures, raising the stakes for the well-known characters of the Smurfs universe.

The first new adventure, "The Great Magic Showdown," unfolds during a magical competition featuring wizards from around the world. As expected, the spotlight falls on the evil wizard Gargamel, reminding fans of the Smurfs why he is so determined to capture them at any cost.

In the second standalone episode, "An Unexpected Arrival," fans worldwide will be introduced to a brand-new character: Baby Smurfie, an adorable little girl with a sweet yet mischievous personality and a head full of (not-so-innocent) ideas. The Smurfs—and Smurfies—are in for quite an adventure. As the team prepares to bring the next blue wave of Smurfs to the lakeside town of Annecy, Peyo Company has also announced a "Smurfs Adventures" social teaser, which will be revealed soon.

Nele De Wilde, Executive Producer, CCO Audiovisual & Music at Peyo Company, said: “These standalone episodes were born from a real demand from our partners for additional content between seasons. At the same time, they gave us the opportunity to do something different: a 22-minute format that allows for richer storytelling and a higher level of ambition both narratively and visually. We are genuinely thrilled with the quality of what has been achieved thanks to our talented teams—from our directors to all the studios and artists involved. These Smurfs Adventures have strong potential, and we feel we’ve only just scratched the surface, with many more stories still to come. Working again with partners such as Nickelodeon and RTBF has been a real pleasure, and their support helps ensure that the Smurfs continue to be a meaningful part of audiences’ lives around the world.”

Finally, Paola Acosta, Animation Commissioning Manager at RTBF, added: “The Smurfs have an extraordinary ability to reinvent themselves while remaining unmistakably true to who they are. RTBF is proud to support this new adventure, which proves that timeless characters can continue to evolve, inspire and capture the hearts of audiences around the world.”

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