Viacom International Media Networks (VIMN) is partnering with Slovak mobile network operator Orange Slovensko to launch Nick Jr. on it's Orange TV satellite television service! Orange TV customers who subscribe to the platform's Balík deti Z kids package will be able to watch Nickelodeon's top-rated preschool channel from Wednesday 12th June 2019.
It is expected that Nick Jr. on Orange TV will be a simulcast of the Nick Jr. Global (Nick Jr. Pan-Afro-Eurasia) feed, or the feed's "European" ad-localised version which allows ad opt-outs, with a localised Slovak audio track.
In additional news, Orange TV is treating kids in Slovakia (Slovensko) by offering the Slovak feed of Nickelodeon Central & Eastern Europe for free at no extra charge until the end of the year!
Where every day’s an adventure, Nick Jr. is a top-performing commercial pre-school entertainment brand in cable and satellite homes. Nick Jr.’s programming includes beloved shows Paw Patrol, Nella the Princess Knight, Dora and Friends: Into the City!, Shimmer and Shine, Blaze and the Monster Machines, Rusty Rivets, Ben & Holly’s Little Kingdom, Bubble Guppies, Team Umizoomi, Zack & Quack, and Max & Ruby.
From TOUCHIT:
Júnové novinky v Orange TV
Orange TV prinesie ešte viac zahraničných staníc.
Od 12. júna 2019 bude Orange TV na optike bohatšia o nový tematický Balík zahraničné. V ňom nájdu diváci 3 novodoplnené francúzske stanice France 2 HD, France 3 a France 5, ale do tohto nového balíka sa presunú aj nemecké Kabel 1, SAT1, PRO7 a WELT.Balík zahraničné bude automatickou súčasťou Home Premium TV. K nižšiemu variantu televízie na optike (Home Optimal TV) si ho bude môcť zákazník štandardne dokúpiť ako iné tematické balíky. Mesačný poplatok za balík je 1,49 eura.
Aj cez satelit viac staníc
Do ponuky Orange TV cez satelit rovnako od 12. júna 2019 pribudnú ďalšie stanice. Satelitní zákazníci tak budú môcť sledovať aj Cartoon Network, Boomerang, Nick Junior, AXN, E! HD a stanicu IDX HD. Do vyššej kvality prejde Viasat Explore a Viasat History, ktoré teda budú na satelitnej platforme dostupné vo svojich HD verziách ako Viasat Explore HD a Viasat History HD.
Okrem toho poteší Orange TV detského diváka – stanica Nickelodeon bude totiž v rámci voľného vysielania k dispozícii bez akýchkoľvek doplatkov až do konca tohto roka.
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From SatelitnáTV.sk:
Orange TV obohatí ponuku o nové programy
V stredu 12. júna rozšíri Orange ponuky svojich TV služieb na satelite aj v IPTV o nové televízne programy.
Pokračovanie nižšie
Zákazníci IPTV služby budú mať možnosť si predplatiť nový tematický Balík zahraničné. V ňom budú maž k dispozícii francúzske stanice France 2 HD, France 3 a France 5. Do tohto balíka sa ale od rovnakého dátumu presunú aj nemecké programy Kabel 1, Sat 1, PRO 7 a WELT. Balík zahraničné bude automaticky súčasťou Home Premium TV. K nižšiemu variantu televízie na optike (Home Optimal TV) si ho bude môcť zákazník štandardne dokúpiť ako iné tematické balíky. Mesačný poplatok za balík je 1,49 eura.
Od 12. júna bude bohatšia aj ponuka satelitnej služby. Satelitní zákazníci operátora tak budú môcť sledovať už aj Cartoon Network, Boomerang, Nick Junior, AXN, E! HD a stanicu ID HD. Do vyššej obrazovej kvality prejde Viasat Explore a Viasat History, ktoré teda budú na satelitnej platforme dostupné už v HD, podobne ako Viasat Nature.
Ani jednu z noviniek nešíri Orange TV na svojej satelitnej kapacite, preberá ich od operátorov TAG či A1. Podrobnejšie parametre pre príjem prinášame nižšie.
Počas našich testov nemal zatiaľ takmer žiadny z nových programov na satelite pripojené EPG v slovenskom či českom jazyku. Výnimkou bol iba kanál AXN, ktorý je navyše už šírený v kompresnom formáte HEVC. Pre príjem sa tak už vyžaduje zariadenie s podporou tohto formátu. Zvyšné novinky sú k dispozícii zákazníkom v kompresnom formáte MPEG-4.
Nové programy a balíky:
AXN – Balík zábava
Cartoon Network – Balík deti A
Boomerang – Balík deti A
Nick Junior – Balík deti Z
E! HD– Balík hobby
ID HD– Balík Discovery +
Okrem vyššie uvedených noviniek poteší Orange TV aj najmenších divákov. Nickelodeon bude totiž v rámci ochutnávky k dispozícii bez akýchkoľvek doplatkov až do konca tohto roka.
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From Parabola.cz:
Orange TV cez satelit přidává 6 stanic, včetně ID HD, AXN
logo Celkem 6 nových programů zařazuje do své satelitní placené televize Orange TV cez satelit telekomunikační operátor Orange Slovensko. Další stanice překlápí do HD a prodlužuje volné vysílání jedné stanice.
Orange TV cez satelit bude 12.6.2019 rozšířen o nové stanice. Abonenti operátora budou moci nově sledovat dětské programy Cartoon Network, Boomerang, Nick Junior, seriálový kanál AXN, pořady ze světa showbyznysu E! HD a dokumentární televizi ID HD.
Vedle nových programů vylepšuje Orange TV cez satelit i svoji stávající nabídku. Programy Viasat Explore a Viasat History přecházejí do HD rozlišení. Stanice Viasat Explore HD a Viasat History HD jako samostatné programy vysílají stejné pořady jako jejich SD verze. Liší se jen technickou kvalitou přenosu.
Operátor potěší i dětského diváka. Stanice Nickelodeon bude v rámci volného vysílání dostupná bez jakéhokoliv doplatku pro všechny zákazníky až do konce tohoto roku.
technické parametry - AXN:
satelit: Eutelsat 16A (16°E)
frekvence: 11,094 GHz
polarizace: vertikální
SR: 27500
FEC: 4/5
norma: DVB-S2
modulace: QPSK
kodek: HEVC
technické parametry - Cartoon Network, Nick Jr. Bulgarian:
satelit: Eutelsat 16A (16°E)
frekvence: 11,637 GHz
polarizace: horizontální
SR: 30000
FEC: 5/6
norma: DVB-S2
modulace: 8PSK
kodek: MPEG-4
technické parametry - Boomerang, ID HD:
satelit: Eutelsat 16A (16°E)
frekvence: 11,471 GHz
polarizace: vertikální
SR: 30000
FEC: 5/6
norma: DVB-S2
modulace: 8PSK
kodek: MPEG-4
technické parametry - E! HD:
satelit: Eutelsat 16A (16°E)
frekvence: 11,554 GHz
polarizace: vertikální
SR: 30000
FEC: 5/6
norma: DVB-S2
modulace: 8PSK
kodek: MPEG-4
Orange TV na optike
Další stanice přinese operátor Orange také zákazníkům, kteří využívají připojení přes optickou síť. Od 12.6.2019 bude nabídka rozšířena o nový tématický Balík zahraničné. V tomto tarifu budou 3 nově přidané francouzské stanice France 2 HD, France 3 a France 5 a do tohoto balíčku se přesunou také německé programy kabel eins, Sat.1, Pro Sieben a WELT.
Balík zahraničné bude automaticky součástí tarifu Home Premium TV. K nižší variantě televize na optice (Home Optimal TV) si může zájemce tento balíček dokoupit stejně jako jiné tématické balíčky. Měsíční poplatek za tento balíček je 1,49 eur.
redakce
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More Nick: Viacom Launches Nicktoons Channel in Bulgaria!
Additional sources: Google Translate, Wikipedia (II).
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Tuesday, June 11, 2019
Nickelodeon Launches Animation 'Intergalactic Shorts Program' | Annecy
Update - Below is Nickelodeon's original Press Release announcing the exciting news!:
June 10, 2019 02:37 PM Eastern Daylight Time
BURBANK, Calif.--Nickelodeon is setting out to develop the next generation of animation talent through the launch of its new Intergalactic Shorts Program. With new leadership at Nick Animation, and a newly installed team driving its search for new talent, the Intergalactic Shorts Program is designed to identify original, comedy-driven content and nurture the voices and passionate storytellers behind them in a creative-led environment.
Ramsey Naito, Nickelodeon’s Executive Vice President, Animation Production and Development, will oversee the program. Newly hired Conrad Vernon (Sausage Party) has joined Nickelodeon as the program’s executive producer, with Derek Evanick (Harvey Beaks) and Diana Lafyatis (Adventure Time) serving as part of the program’s creative braintrust. International pitches and ideas will be welcomed by Nina Hahn, Senior Vice President International Production and Development, Nickelodeon.
Said Naito: “Our shorts program is intergalactic because we want to create a universe of new stars ready to make the next big animated hits of the future,” said Naito. “Our doors are open to the best ideas out there and around the world, and we can’t wait to get started building this new home for visionary talent.”
In line with Nickelodeon’s co-viewing strategy to offer content appealing to all members of the family, the target demo for content submitted to the Intergalactic Shorts Program is Kids 6-11, with a secondary focus on content appealing to Adults 18-49, as well. Ideas will be accepted from a broad pool of creative talent from all quarters, including artists, designers, writers, directors and comedians. Creators will be provided with the necessary artistic and production support teams to help them complete their fully animated short. These shorts will have opportunities to air on different platforms and be developed for potential long-form animated series. Details surrounding submissions will be available this summer.
About Nickelodeon
Nickelodeon, now in its 40th year, is the number-one entertainment brand for kids. It has built a diverse, global business by putting kids first in everything it does. The brand includes television programming and production in the United States and around the world, plus consumer products, digital, location based experiences, publishing and feature films. For more information or artwork, visit http://www.nickpress.com. Nickelodeon and all related titles, characters and logos are trademarks of Viacom Inc. (NASDAQ: VIA, VIAB).
Original post:
Nickelodeon Launches Animation ‘Intergalactic Shorts Program’
The Intergalactic Shorts Program aims to nurture new talent, with a focus on comedy content for six to 11s that could turn into long-form programming.
ANNECY — Nickelodeon is launching the Intergalactic Shorts Program, aimed at developing the next generation of animation talent from around the globe. The new animated shorts program will have a focus on comedy-driven content. The network announced the news today during the first day of the 2019 Annecy International Animated Film Festival.
The venture is to be spearheaded by Ramsey Naito, Nickelodeon’s Executive Vice President (EVP) of Animation Production and Development, along with newly-hired producer Conrad Vernon (Shrek 2, The Addams Family, Sausage Party) who will act as the program’s executive producer, accompanied by Derek Evanick (Harvey Beaks) and Diana Lafyatis (Adventure Time) who serve as part of the program’s creative braintrust.
The group will be responsible for selecting domestic projects, with global pitches handled by Nina Hahn, Senior Vice President (SVP) of International Production and Development at Nickelodeon.
“Our shorts program is intergalactic because we want to create a universe of new stars ready to make the next big animated hits of the future,” said Naito in a written statement. “Our doors are open to the best ideas out there and around the world, and we can’t wait to get started building this new home for visionary talent.”
Nickelodeon says this global call for shorts differs from previous ones because the network is looking for concepts that have appeal beyond the traditional Nickelodeon audience.
In a conversation with Variety in the build-up to this year’s festival, Naito went into detail about the scope of the program, explaining that not only will the call for shorts be global in reach, but that the network is looking for content intended for broader audiences than what Nickelodeon has previously aimed for.
According to the press release, “The target demo for content submitted to the Intergalactic Shorts Program is Kids 6-11, with a secondary focus on content appealing to Adults 18-49 [in keeping with Nick’s co-viewing strategy], as well.”
Accepted shorts will come from artists, designers, writers, directors, comedians and more, essentially anyone with an idea strong enough to warrant backing by the network, from around the world. Once accepted, the creators will be provided with the artistic and production support teams necessary to execute their vision and deliver a fully-finished animated short.
While no definitive distribution plan has yet been clarified, according to the press release: “These shorts will have opportunities to air on different platforms and be developed for potential long-form animated series.”
Further details will be released by Nick later this summer.
More Nick: Nickelodeon Embarks on New Direction with its Biggest, Most Wide-Ranging Content Slate Ever!
Originally published: Monday, June 10, 2019 at 19:14 BST.
Press release via Business Wire; H/T: Kidscreen; Additional sources: Animation Magazine, Cartoon Brew.
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Nickelodeon Launches New Animated Shorts Program
Nick’s “Intergalactic Shorts Program” Designed to Identify Next Generation of Animation Talent Around the World
June 10, 2019 02:37 PM Eastern Daylight Time
BURBANK, Calif.--Nickelodeon is setting out to develop the next generation of animation talent through the launch of its new Intergalactic Shorts Program. With new leadership at Nick Animation, and a newly installed team driving its search for new talent, the Intergalactic Shorts Program is designed to identify original, comedy-driven content and nurture the voices and passionate storytellers behind them in a creative-led environment.
Ramsey Naito, Nickelodeon’s Executive Vice President, Animation Production and Development, will oversee the program. Newly hired Conrad Vernon (Sausage Party) has joined Nickelodeon as the program’s executive producer, with Derek Evanick (Harvey Beaks) and Diana Lafyatis (Adventure Time) serving as part of the program’s creative braintrust. International pitches and ideas will be welcomed by Nina Hahn, Senior Vice President International Production and Development, Nickelodeon.
Said Naito: “Our shorts program is intergalactic because we want to create a universe of new stars ready to make the next big animated hits of the future,” said Naito. “Our doors are open to the best ideas out there and around the world, and we can’t wait to get started building this new home for visionary talent.”
In line with Nickelodeon’s co-viewing strategy to offer content appealing to all members of the family, the target demo for content submitted to the Intergalactic Shorts Program is Kids 6-11, with a secondary focus on content appealing to Adults 18-49, as well. Ideas will be accepted from a broad pool of creative talent from all quarters, including artists, designers, writers, directors and comedians. Creators will be provided with the necessary artistic and production support teams to help them complete their fully animated short. These shorts will have opportunities to air on different platforms and be developed for potential long-form animated series. Details surrounding submissions will be available this summer.
About Nickelodeon
Nickelodeon, now in its 40th year, is the number-one entertainment brand for kids. It has built a diverse, global business by putting kids first in everything it does. The brand includes television programming and production in the United States and around the world, plus consumer products, digital, location based experiences, publishing and feature films. For more information or artwork, visit http://www.nickpress.com. Nickelodeon and all related titles, characters and logos are trademarks of Viacom Inc. (NASDAQ: VIA, VIAB).
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Original post:
Nickelodeon Launches Animation ‘Intergalactic Shorts Program’
The Intergalactic Shorts Program aims to nurture new talent, with a focus on comedy content for six to 11s that could turn into long-form programming.
ANNECY — Nickelodeon is launching the Intergalactic Shorts Program, aimed at developing the next generation of animation talent from around the globe. The new animated shorts program will have a focus on comedy-driven content. The network announced the news today during the first day of the 2019 Annecy International Animated Film Festival.
The venture is to be spearheaded by Ramsey Naito, Nickelodeon’s Executive Vice President (EVP) of Animation Production and Development, along with newly-hired producer Conrad Vernon (Shrek 2, The Addams Family, Sausage Party) who will act as the program’s executive producer, accompanied by Derek Evanick (Harvey Beaks) and Diana Lafyatis (Adventure Time) who serve as part of the program’s creative braintrust.
The group will be responsible for selecting domestic projects, with global pitches handled by Nina Hahn, Senior Vice President (SVP) of International Production and Development at Nickelodeon.
“Our shorts program is intergalactic because we want to create a universe of new stars ready to make the next big animated hits of the future,” said Naito in a written statement. “Our doors are open to the best ideas out there and around the world, and we can’t wait to get started building this new home for visionary talent.”
Nickelodeon says this global call for shorts differs from previous ones because the network is looking for concepts that have appeal beyond the traditional Nickelodeon audience.
In a conversation with Variety in the build-up to this year’s festival, Naito went into detail about the scope of the program, explaining that not only will the call for shorts be global in reach, but that the network is looking for content intended for broader audiences than what Nickelodeon has previously aimed for.
According to the press release, “The target demo for content submitted to the Intergalactic Shorts Program is Kids 6-11, with a secondary focus on content appealing to Adults 18-49 [in keeping with Nick’s co-viewing strategy], as well.”
Accepted shorts will come from artists, designers, writers, directors, comedians and more, essentially anyone with an idea strong enough to warrant backing by the network, from around the world. Once accepted, the creators will be provided with the artistic and production support teams necessary to execute their vision and deliver a fully-finished animated short.
While no definitive distribution plan has yet been clarified, according to the press release: “These shorts will have opportunities to air on different platforms and be developed for potential long-form animated series.”
Further details will be released by Nick later this summer.
More Nick: Nickelodeon Embarks on New Direction with its Biggest, Most Wide-Ranging Content Slate Ever!
Originally published: Monday, June 10, 2019 at 19:14 BST.
Press release via Business Wire; H/T: Kidscreen; Additional sources: Animation Magazine, Cartoon Brew.
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Nickelodeon Reimagines Beloved Anthology 'Are You Afraid of the Dark?' as Brand-New Limited Series
Original Nickelodeon USA Press Release:
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BURBANK, Calif.–June 10, 2019–Nickelodeon is reimagining its chillingly beloved anthology Are You Afraid of the Dark? as a brand-new limited series premiering this October. Through three hour-long episodes, the series introduces an entirely new Midnight Society group of kids who tell a terrifying tale about the Carnival of Doom, only to have the events of the story come to life. Production on the new Are You Afraid of the Dark? will commence this month in Vancouver, Canada.
The new members of the Midnight Society are: Gavin, played by Sam Ashe Arnold (Best.Worst.Weekend.Ever.); Akiko, played by Miya Cech (Rim of the World, Always Be My Maybe); Louise, played by Tamara Smart (Artemis Fowl, The Worst Witch); Graham, played by Jeremy Taylor (It, Goosebumps 2:Haunted Halloween); and Rachel, played by Lyliana Wray (Top Gun: Maverick, Black-ish). The Carnival of Doom’s ringmaster, Mr. Tophat, is played by Rafael Casal (Blindspotting).
The Are You Afraid of the Dark? limited series is produced by ACE Entertainment (To All The Boys I’ve Loved Before, The Perfect Date) with ACE founder Matt Kaplan and Spencer Berman serving as executive producers. The series is written by BenDavid Grabinski (Skiptrace) and directed by Dean Israelite (Power Rangers movie, Project Almanac), both of whom will also executive produce.
Inspired by the classic art of storytelling, Nickelodeon’s original Are You Afraid of the Dark? (series ran from 1992-1996 and 1999-2000) broke the mold by exploring a whole new genre of entertainment. One of the net’s most iconic series from the ‘90s, Are You Afraid of the Dark? delivered riveting stories of horror to young audiences, all from a kid’s perspective. Are You Afraid of the Dark? was created by D.J. MacHale and Ned Kandel.
Nickelodeon, now in its 40th year, is the number-one entertainment brand for kids. It has built a diverse, global business by putting kids first in everything it does. The brand includes television programming and production in the United States and around the world, plus consumer products, digital, location based experiences, publishing and feature films. For more information or artwork, visit http://www.nickpress.com. Nickelodeon and all related titles, characters and logos are trademarks of Viacom Inc. (NASDAQ: VIA, VIAB).
Sheryl Levine (All That, Drake & Josh) is serving as Casting Director on the mini-series, with Rose Marziale, serving as Casting Assistant.
Jeremy Taylor | Photo: courtesy of Kelly Balch
Miya Cech | Photo: Joe Lee
Nickelodeon’s original Are You Afraid of the Dark? broke the mold by exploring a whole new genre of entertainment. A joint production of Canada-based Cinar and Nickelodeon and created by D.J. MacHale and Ned Kandel, the show ran as an anthology series and aired on Nickelodeon from 1992 to 1996 and again from 1999-2000 with new writers and showrunners, as well as on YTV in Canada. One of the net’s signature series from the ‘90s, Are You Afraid of the Dark? delivered stories of horror to young audiences, all from a kid’s perspective.
It was set around a group of teenagers who called themselves the Midnight Society and would meet weekly at a secret location in the woods to tell a scary story. The show was revived in 1999 for two more seasons
When the Are You Afraid of the Dark? revival was first announced in February as part of Nickelodeon’s upcoming slate, the network said that “the miniseries will coincide with the upcoming Are You Afraid of the Dark? theatrical movie from Paramount Pictures, Paramount Players’ and Nickelodeon Movies, in theaters October 2019.”
That movie has since been moved out of its October 11 release date and is expected to debut later following some behind-the-scene changes.
More Nick: Nickelodeon Embarks on New Direction with its Biggest, Most Wide-Ranging Content Slate Ever!
Originally published: Monday, June 10, 2019 at 18:40 BST.
Additional sources: Deadline, Variety.
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NICKELODEON REIMAGINES BELOVED ANTHOLOGY
ARE YOU AFRAID OF THE DARK? AS BRAND-NEW LIMITED SERIES
Production to Begin this Month on Three-Night Event Premiering October
Share it: @Nickelodeon #AreYouAfraidoftheDark
BURBANK, Calif.–June 10, 2019–Nickelodeon is reimagining its chillingly beloved anthology Are You Afraid of the Dark? as a brand-new limited series premiering this October. Through three hour-long episodes, the series introduces an entirely new Midnight Society group of kids who tell a terrifying tale about the Carnival of Doom, only to have the events of the story come to life. Production on the new Are You Afraid of the Dark? will commence this month in Vancouver, Canada.
The new members of the Midnight Society are: Gavin, played by Sam Ashe Arnold (Best.Worst.Weekend.Ever.); Akiko, played by Miya Cech (Rim of the World, Always Be My Maybe); Louise, played by Tamara Smart (Artemis Fowl, The Worst Witch); Graham, played by Jeremy Taylor (It, Goosebumps 2:Haunted Halloween); and Rachel, played by Lyliana Wray (Top Gun: Maverick, Black-ish). The Carnival of Doom’s ringmaster, Mr. Tophat, is played by Rafael Casal (Blindspotting).
The Are You Afraid of the Dark? limited series is produced by ACE Entertainment (To All The Boys I’ve Loved Before, The Perfect Date) with ACE founder Matt Kaplan and Spencer Berman serving as executive producers. The series is written by BenDavid Grabinski (Skiptrace) and directed by Dean Israelite (Power Rangers movie, Project Almanac), both of whom will also executive produce.
Inspired by the classic art of storytelling, Nickelodeon’s original Are You Afraid of the Dark? (series ran from 1992-1996 and 1999-2000) broke the mold by exploring a whole new genre of entertainment. One of the net’s most iconic series from the ‘90s, Are You Afraid of the Dark? delivered riveting stories of horror to young audiences, all from a kid’s perspective. Are You Afraid of the Dark? was created by D.J. MacHale and Ned Kandel.
Nickelodeon, now in its 40th year, is the number-one entertainment brand for kids. It has built a diverse, global business by putting kids first in everything it does. The brand includes television programming and production in the United States and around the world, plus consumer products, digital, location based experiences, publishing and feature films. For more information or artwork, visit http://www.nickpress.com. Nickelodeon and all related titles, characters and logos are trademarks of Viacom Inc. (NASDAQ: VIA, VIAB).
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Sheryl Levine (All That, Drake & Josh) is serving as Casting Director on the mini-series, with Rose Marziale, serving as Casting Assistant.
Jeremy Taylor | Photo: courtesy of Kelly Balch
Miya Cech | Photo: Joe Lee
Nickelodeon’s original Are You Afraid of the Dark? broke the mold by exploring a whole new genre of entertainment. A joint production of Canada-based Cinar and Nickelodeon and created by D.J. MacHale and Ned Kandel, the show ran as an anthology series and aired on Nickelodeon from 1992 to 1996 and again from 1999-2000 with new writers and showrunners, as well as on YTV in Canada. One of the net’s signature series from the ‘90s, Are You Afraid of the Dark? delivered stories of horror to young audiences, all from a kid’s perspective.
It was set around a group of teenagers who called themselves the Midnight Society and would meet weekly at a secret location in the woods to tell a scary story. The show was revived in 1999 for two more seasons
When the Are You Afraid of the Dark? revival was first announced in February as part of Nickelodeon’s upcoming slate, the network said that “the miniseries will coincide with the upcoming Are You Afraid of the Dark? theatrical movie from Paramount Pictures, Paramount Players’ and Nickelodeon Movies, in theaters October 2019.”
That movie has since been moved out of its October 11 release date and is expected to debut later following some behind-the-scene changes.
More Nick: Nickelodeon Embarks on New Direction with its Biggest, Most Wide-Ranging Content Slate Ever!
Originally published: Monday, June 10, 2019 at 18:40 BST.
Additional sources: Deadline, Variety.
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SpongeBob Kicks Off 20th Year at Annecy Intl. Animation Festival; Nickelodeon’s Ramsey Naito Talks ‘SpongeBob’s Big Birthday Blowout’ & 'Kamp Koral'
Nickelodeon’s Ramsey Naito Talks ‘SpongeBob’s Big Birthday Blowout’ at Annecy
ANNECY, France — Having traveled from the floor of Bikini Bottom to the shores of Lake Annecy in France, SpongeBob SquarePants is kicking off his 20th year at Europe’s most important animation festival with a Nickelodeon panel and accompanying sneak peek of the upcoming special SpongeBob’s Big Birthday Blowout!
A few lucky 2019 Annecy International Animated Film Festival attendees who waited online to score tickets for the rapidly sold-out panel will be the first in the world to see the special, which will premiere on the slimy orange network in the USA on Friday, July 12, at 7:00 p.m. (ET/PT) on Nickelodeon USA and on Nickelodeon channels worldwide soon after.
The accompanying panel will include Nickelodeon and SpongeBob vets including co-executive producers Marc Ceccarelli and Vincent Waller, producer Jennie Monica and writer Kaz Prapuolenis.
The special is a mix of traditional 2D animated and live action scenes, on a par with 2004’s The SpongeBob SquarePants Movie, and even features a cameo from one of the film’s live action superstars, as well as David Hasselhoff (Baywatch) in a special nod to his original performance in The SpongeBob SquarePants Movie for fans around the world, and Nickelodeon talent Kel Mitchell (All That, Kenan & Kel, Good Burger, Game Shakers), Jack Griffo (The Thundermans) and Daniella Perkins (Knight Squad). In it, the citizens of Bikini Bottom get together to plan a surprise party for SpongeBob, so Patrick whisks him to the surface to keep him occupied during the setup.
Once on land, the pair head to a lunch cafeteria called the Trusty Slab, where the now instantly recognizable characters will encounter their less recognizable voice-actor counterparts fulfilling the same roles at the restaurant. It’s the first time that the cast will be on-screen alongside the characters they’ve given life to for the past two decades.
“I think that is a really special, exciting moment for our voice talent,” Nickelodeon Executive Vice President (EVP) of Animation Production and Development Ramsey Naito told Variety ahead of the festival. “It pays homage to them, to everyone who worked on the franchise and to Steve,” she said in reference to SpongeBob SquarePants creator Stephen Hillenburg, who passed away in November.
“Steve was an icon in this animation community and a true leader and artistic mentor to everyone here at Nickelodeon,” she went on. “We owe so much to Steve. I think this 20th anniversary is, no question, a love letter to him from everyone who knew him and who ever worked on this franchise.”
The sneak peek and panel are only the start of what will be a massive year for the SpongeBob franchise. The next twelve months will see a new season of the series, Paramount’s The SpongeBob Movie: It’s a Wonderful Sponge and just last week it was announced that a new spinoff series is in development at Nickelodeon titled Kamp Koral, which will serve as prequel to SpongeBob SquarePants.
"SpongeBob's Big Birthday Blowout" on NICKELODEON. Pictured: JimBob (Tom Kenny), Manager (Clancy Brown), Carol (Carol Lawrence), Robber (Mr. Lawrence), Patrick Star (Bill Fagerbakke), Manward (Roger Bumpass), Patchy (Tom Kenny). Photo: Robert Voets / Nickelodeon. ©2019 Viacom, International, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
“I think what’s great about Kamp Koral is that it really provides a window into the wonder years. We all love SpongeBob and the relationships he has with his friends and this will be where it all began. There are emotional pins which will resonate with fans,” explained Naito.
Although based on the classic SpongeBob SquarePants series, Kamp Koral (working title; 13 episodes) will feature familiar characters at a much earlier stage in their lives, and will be developed using CGI rather than the series’ and film’s traditional 2D animation techniques.
“It’s a great opportunity for us,” Naito said. “Now the tech is at a place where we can make SpongeBob and replicate or reference the animation style we love from 2D in CG with extreme squash and stretch kind of animation, and also to take advantage of the tools CGI allows us to use like texture, lighting and so many other things. I think it’s going to be standout great.”
And, while some fans might be resistant to change, Naito is confident the new series will strike a similar chord to the original.
“The fans that love SpongeBob identify with him and the love he has for his community and his friends,” she explained. “I think the world of Bikini Bottom is a reflection of what every person has in their own life, so we are looking at ways to celebrate Bikini Bottom and SpongeBob himself. I think it’s our mandate to look at the SpongeBob universe and talk about ways we can spin off authentically, while staying true to the core of what Steve created and what SpongeBob represents for everybody.”
"SpongeBob's Big Birthday Blowout" on NICKELODEON. Pictured: JimBob (Tom Kenny) | Photo: Robert Voets / Nickelodeon. ©2019 Viacom, International, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
More Nick: Nickelodeon Reveals First Look at SpongeBob SquarePants’ Voice Cast as Human Versions of Their Characters in 'SpongeBob SquarePants', “SpongeBob’s Big Birthday Blowout” Mixed Live-Action/Animated Special!
Originally published: Monday, June 10, 2019 at 19:48 BST.
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ANNECY, France — Having traveled from the floor of Bikini Bottom to the shores of Lake Annecy in France, SpongeBob SquarePants is kicking off his 20th year at Europe’s most important animation festival with a Nickelodeon panel and accompanying sneak peek of the upcoming special SpongeBob’s Big Birthday Blowout!
A few lucky 2019 Annecy International Animated Film Festival attendees who waited online to score tickets for the rapidly sold-out panel will be the first in the world to see the special, which will premiere on the slimy orange network in the USA on Friday, July 12, at 7:00 p.m. (ET/PT) on Nickelodeon USA and on Nickelodeon channels worldwide soon after.
The accompanying panel will include Nickelodeon and SpongeBob vets including co-executive producers Marc Ceccarelli and Vincent Waller, producer Jennie Monica and writer Kaz Prapuolenis.
The special is a mix of traditional 2D animated and live action scenes, on a par with 2004’s The SpongeBob SquarePants Movie, and even features a cameo from one of the film’s live action superstars, as well as David Hasselhoff (Baywatch) in a special nod to his original performance in The SpongeBob SquarePants Movie for fans around the world, and Nickelodeon talent Kel Mitchell (All That, Kenan & Kel, Good Burger, Game Shakers), Jack Griffo (The Thundermans) and Daniella Perkins (Knight Squad). In it, the citizens of Bikini Bottom get together to plan a surprise party for SpongeBob, so Patrick whisks him to the surface to keep him occupied during the setup.
Once on land, the pair head to a lunch cafeteria called the Trusty Slab, where the now instantly recognizable characters will encounter their less recognizable voice-actor counterparts fulfilling the same roles at the restaurant. It’s the first time that the cast will be on-screen alongside the characters they’ve given life to for the past two decades.
“I think that is a really special, exciting moment for our voice talent,” Nickelodeon Executive Vice President (EVP) of Animation Production and Development Ramsey Naito told Variety ahead of the festival. “It pays homage to them, to everyone who worked on the franchise and to Steve,” she said in reference to SpongeBob SquarePants creator Stephen Hillenburg, who passed away in November.
“Steve was an icon in this animation community and a true leader and artistic mentor to everyone here at Nickelodeon,” she went on. “We owe so much to Steve. I think this 20th anniversary is, no question, a love letter to him from everyone who knew him and who ever worked on this franchise.”
The sneak peek and panel are only the start of what will be a massive year for the SpongeBob franchise. The next twelve months will see a new season of the series, Paramount’s The SpongeBob Movie: It’s a Wonderful Sponge and just last week it was announced that a new spinoff series is in development at Nickelodeon titled Kamp Koral, which will serve as prequel to SpongeBob SquarePants.
"SpongeBob's Big Birthday Blowout" on NICKELODEON. Pictured: JimBob (Tom Kenny), Manager (Clancy Brown), Carol (Carol Lawrence), Robber (Mr. Lawrence), Patrick Star (Bill Fagerbakke), Manward (Roger Bumpass), Patchy (Tom Kenny). Photo: Robert Voets / Nickelodeon. ©2019 Viacom, International, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
“I think what’s great about Kamp Koral is that it really provides a window into the wonder years. We all love SpongeBob and the relationships he has with his friends and this will be where it all began. There are emotional pins which will resonate with fans,” explained Naito.
Although based on the classic SpongeBob SquarePants series, Kamp Koral (working title; 13 episodes) will feature familiar characters at a much earlier stage in their lives, and will be developed using CGI rather than the series’ and film’s traditional 2D animation techniques.
“It’s a great opportunity for us,” Naito said. “Now the tech is at a place where we can make SpongeBob and replicate or reference the animation style we love from 2D in CG with extreme squash and stretch kind of animation, and also to take advantage of the tools CGI allows us to use like texture, lighting and so many other things. I think it’s going to be standout great.”
And, while some fans might be resistant to change, Naito is confident the new series will strike a similar chord to the original.
“The fans that love SpongeBob identify with him and the love he has for his community and his friends,” she explained. “I think the world of Bikini Bottom is a reflection of what every person has in their own life, so we are looking at ways to celebrate Bikini Bottom and SpongeBob himself. I think it’s our mandate to look at the SpongeBob universe and talk about ways we can spin off authentically, while staying true to the core of what Steve created and what SpongeBob represents for everybody.”
"SpongeBob's Big Birthday Blowout" on NICKELODEON. Pictured: JimBob (Tom Kenny) | Photo: Robert Voets / Nickelodeon. ©2019 Viacom, International, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
More Nick: Nickelodeon Reveals First Look at SpongeBob SquarePants’ Voice Cast as Human Versions of Their Characters in 'SpongeBob SquarePants', “SpongeBob’s Big Birthday Blowout” Mixed Live-Action/Animated Special!
Originally published: Monday, June 10, 2019 at 19:48 BST.
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Ice Cream Kitty Official Music Video! 🐢 TMNT | #MusicMonday | Nickelodeon
Ice Cream Kitty Official Music Video! 🐢 TMNT | #MusicMonday
An ode to Ice Cream Kitty couldn’t be catchier than this! Watch more of your favorite shows on Nickelodeon!
Which turtle is YOUR favorite?! 🐢
Watch Rise of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles on Nickelodeon!
More Nick: Nickelodeon to Host '35 Years of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles' Interactive Exhibit at the Paley Center for Media in NYC to Celebrate 35th Anniversary of TMNT!
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An ode to Ice Cream Kitty couldn’t be catchier than this! Watch more of your favorite shows on Nickelodeon!
Which turtle is YOUR favorite?! 🐢
Watch Rise of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles on Nickelodeon!
More Nick: Nickelodeon to Host '35 Years of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles' Interactive Exhibit at the Paley Center for Media in NYC to Celebrate 35th Anniversary of TMNT!
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Kel vs. Mr. Rockmore! 😤 Kenan & Kel | NickRewind
Kel vs. Mr. Rockmore! 😤 Kenan & Kel | NickRewind
Kel (Kel Mitchell) and Mr. Rockmore (Ken Foree) surely get under each other’s skin just about all the time!
Which clashing moment is your favorite?
Watch more Kenan & Kel on Nickelodeon!
Watch all your ‘80s, ‘90s, and ‘00s Nickelodeon favorites on NickRewind, your late-night destination for your favorite childhood Nickelodeon cartoons and live-action shows! NickSplat doesn't question football-shaped heads, but embrace them - along with Reptar bars, a Big Ear of Corn, orange soda, and even slime for Pete (and Pete's) sake. Make your slime-covered Nickelodeon childhood dreams come true every night at 11 PM ET/PT on TeenNick USA, and anytime you want on NickSplat on VRV AND NOW ON Nick Pluto TV!
Like NickRewind on Facebook, subscribe to the NickRewind YouTube channel and follow NickRewind on Twitter and Instagram for exclusive digital content from all of your throwback favorites like Rugrats, Hey Arnold!, iCarly, Victorious, Kenan & Kel, CatDog, Doug, Rocko’s Modern Life, The Amanda Show, Clarissa Explains It All, The Ren & Stimpy Show, Are You Afraid of the Dark?, and so much more!
Subscribe to the official All That YouTube channel!: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6UzskfVDPkJ5aSe755ZGgQ
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Kel (Kel Mitchell) and Mr. Rockmore (Ken Foree) surely get under each other’s skin just about all the time!
Which clashing moment is your favorite?
Watch more Kenan & Kel on Nickelodeon!
Watch all your ‘80s, ‘90s, and ‘00s Nickelodeon favorites on NickRewind, your late-night destination for your favorite childhood Nickelodeon cartoons and live-action shows! NickSplat doesn't question football-shaped heads, but embrace them - along with Reptar bars, a Big Ear of Corn, orange soda, and even slime for Pete (and Pete's) sake. Make your slime-covered Nickelodeon childhood dreams come true every night at 11 PM ET/PT on TeenNick USA, and anytime you want on NickSplat on VRV AND NOW ON Nick Pluto TV!
Like NickRewind on Facebook, subscribe to the NickRewind YouTube channel and follow NickRewind on Twitter and Instagram for exclusive digital content from all of your throwback favorites like Rugrats, Hey Arnold!, iCarly, Victorious, Kenan & Kel, CatDog, Doug, Rocko’s Modern Life, The Amanda Show, Clarissa Explains It All, The Ren & Stimpy Show, Are You Afraid of the Dark?, and so much more!
Subscribe to the official All That YouTube channel!: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6UzskfVDPkJ5aSe755ZGgQ
Join Nickelodeon's official I Was A Nick Kid Facebook Group!: https://www.facebook.com/groups/IWasANickKid/
More Nick: Hush! Watch Lori Beth Denberg Back on 'All That' as Loud Librarian | Sneak Peek!
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Ninja Song ft. Blaze, PAW Patrol, Bubble Guppies & More! | Nick Jr. Music
Ninja Song ft. Blaze, PAW Patrol, Bubble Guppies & More! | Nick Jr. Music
Get up and groove to this action-packed ninja song with your favorite Nick Jr. fans. Learn simple, fun ninja moves with Blaze, AJ, the PAW Patrol, Team Umizoomi, Abby Hatcher, and more! Catch more of your favorite songs and your favorite shows on Nickelodeon and the Nick Jr. channel.
More Nick: Nick Jr. Live! "Move To The Music" U.S. Theatrical Tour To Debut Fall 2019!
Kids can watch their favorite Nick Jr. shows weekdays on Nickelodeon and all week long on the Nick Jr. channel: http://nickjr.com/tvschedule/
Preschoolers can watch full episodes online, play games, and discover silly surprises in the free Nick Jr. App and at NickJr.com. Stream Nick Jr. for free in the Nick Jr. App on Roku and Apple TV or download full episodes for offline viewing on iTunes or Google Play.
You can also download premium apps featuring your child's favorite Nick Jr. shows on iTunes, Google Play, and Amazon, including Nick Jr. Draw and Play and Nick Jr. Let’s Learn!
Watch more Nick Jr. everyday for FREE on Nick Jr. Pluto TV!
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Get up and groove to this action-packed ninja song with your favorite Nick Jr. fans. Learn simple, fun ninja moves with Blaze, AJ, the PAW Patrol, Team Umizoomi, Abby Hatcher, and more! Catch more of your favorite songs and your favorite shows on Nickelodeon and the Nick Jr. channel.
More Nick: Nick Jr. Live! "Move To The Music" U.S. Theatrical Tour To Debut Fall 2019!
Kids can watch their favorite Nick Jr. shows weekdays on Nickelodeon and all week long on the Nick Jr. channel: http://nickjr.com/tvschedule/
Preschoolers can watch full episodes online, play games, and discover silly surprises in the free Nick Jr. App and at NickJr.com. Stream Nick Jr. for free in the Nick Jr. App on Roku and Apple TV or download full episodes for offline viewing on iTunes or Google Play.
You can also download premium apps featuring your child's favorite Nick Jr. shows on iTunes, Google Play, and Amazon, including Nick Jr. Draw and Play and Nick Jr. Let’s Learn!
Watch more Nick Jr. everyday for FREE on Nick Jr. Pluto TV!
More Nick: Pinkfong's Baby Shark Joins the Nickelodeon Family!
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Viacom Velocity Presents: Diversity of Pride
Viacom Velocity Presents: Diversity of Pride
On June 28, 1969, police raided the Stonewall Inn in New York’s West Village for catering to the queer community.
Trans women of color led the rebellion against the raid, known as the Stonewall Riots.
50 years later, the message from "Stonewall" resonates still.
And today, as World Pride beckons, Viacom Velocity celebrates the diversity, power, and incredible bravery of the LGBTQ+ community.
More Nick: We Should Should Celebrate Pride | Pride Month | Nickelodeon!
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On June 28, 1969, police raided the Stonewall Inn in New York’s West Village for catering to the queer community.
Trans women of color led the rebellion against the raid, known as the Stonewall Riots.
50 years later, the message from "Stonewall" resonates still.
And today, as World Pride beckons, Viacom Velocity celebrates the diversity, power, and incredible bravery of the LGBTQ+ community.
More Nick: We Should Should Celebrate Pride | Pride Month | Nickelodeon!
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Hasbro Reveals Power Rangers SDCC 2019 Exclusive: The Power Rangers Lightning Collection 6-Inch Mighty Morphin Red and Zeo Gold Ranger 2-Pack
Hasbro today revealed the toy company's Power Rangers SDCC 2019 exclusive – the POWER RANGERS LIGHTNING COLLECTION 6-INCH MIGHTY MORPHIN RED AND ZEO GOLD RANGER 2-Pack! See below for the details!:
POWER RANGERS LIGHTNING COLLECTION 6-INCH MIGHTY MORPHIN RED AND ZEO GOLD RANGER 2-Pack
San Diego Comic-Con 2019 Exclusive
(HASBRO/Ages 4 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $49.99/Available: San Diego Comic-Con 2019)
Go Go POWER RANGERS! From the BEAST MORPHERS back to the original MIGHTY MORPHIN POWER RANGERS, the POWER RANGERS have brought teamwork, action and adventure to generations of fans. The legacy continues with figures, vehicles, collectibles, and roleplay toys from Hasbro, celebrating ranger teams from MIGHTY MORPHIN to the BEAST MORPHERS. Imagine all the action of POWER RANGERS with toys from Hasbro!
These 6-inch LIGHTNING COLLECTION MIGHTY MORPHIN RED RANGER and ZEO GOLD RANGER figures each features multiple points of articulation for high poseability and include two different heads that can be swapped, one of the Ranger in his helmet, and another without inspired by the Jason Lee Scott character, the original Red Ranger!
This set also comes with Power Axe, Power Bow, Power Blades, Power Lance and Power Sword accessories that can be assembled to build the Power Blaster. Look for other collectible figures in this Lightning Collection, including Mighty Morphin White Ranger.
Each sold separately. Available at San Diego Comic-Con 2019 and on Hasbro Pulse following the convention.
This version of the Red Ranger will also include the shield that's most famously known as being part of Green Ranger Tommy Oliver's costume. The two shared the shield during the Power Rangers season 1 episode titled "Gung Ho".
The line featuring Jason comes amid rumors that St. John could be making his first return to the Power Rangers TV show since a guest appearance in 2002's "Forever Red" episode of Power Rangers Wild Force. The actor may return for a team-up episode in Power Rangers Beast Morphers, which is currently airing on Nickelodeon.
Hasbro's Lightning Collection debuted last August featuring photorealistic depictions of the characters similar to the toymaker's Star Wars: The Black Series line. At Toy Fair 2019, this line expanded to include characters like Mighty Morphin villain Lord Zedd and Rangers from the Dino Charge and S.P.D. series.
Connect with Power Rangers: powerrangers.com | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | YouTube
More Nick: Hasbro Announces New 'Power Rangers' Live Tour!
H/T: CNET.
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POWER RANGERS LIGHTNING COLLECTION 6-INCH MIGHTY MORPHIN RED AND ZEO GOLD RANGER 2-Pack
San Diego Comic-Con 2019 Exclusive
(HASBRO/Ages 4 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $49.99/Available: San Diego Comic-Con 2019)
Go Go POWER RANGERS! From the BEAST MORPHERS back to the original MIGHTY MORPHIN POWER RANGERS, the POWER RANGERS have brought teamwork, action and adventure to generations of fans. The legacy continues with figures, vehicles, collectibles, and roleplay toys from Hasbro, celebrating ranger teams from MIGHTY MORPHIN to the BEAST MORPHERS. Imagine all the action of POWER RANGERS with toys from Hasbro!
These 6-inch LIGHTNING COLLECTION MIGHTY MORPHIN RED RANGER and ZEO GOLD RANGER figures each features multiple points of articulation for high poseability and include two different heads that can be swapped, one of the Ranger in his helmet, and another without inspired by the Jason Lee Scott character, the original Red Ranger!
This set also comes with Power Axe, Power Bow, Power Blades, Power Lance and Power Sword accessories that can be assembled to build the Power Blaster. Look for other collectible figures in this Lightning Collection, including Mighty Morphin White Ranger.
Each sold separately. Available at San Diego Comic-Con 2019 and on Hasbro Pulse following the convention.
This version of the Red Ranger will also include the shield that's most famously known as being part of Green Ranger Tommy Oliver's costume. The two shared the shield during the Power Rangers season 1 episode titled "Gung Ho".
The line featuring Jason comes amid rumors that St. John could be making his first return to the Power Rangers TV show since a guest appearance in 2002's "Forever Red" episode of Power Rangers Wild Force. The actor may return for a team-up episode in Power Rangers Beast Morphers, which is currently airing on Nickelodeon.
Hasbro's Lightning Collection debuted last August featuring photorealistic depictions of the characters similar to the toymaker's Star Wars: The Black Series line. At Toy Fair 2019, this line expanded to include characters like Mighty Morphin villain Lord Zedd and Rangers from the Dino Charge and S.P.D. series.
Connect with Power Rangers: powerrangers.com | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | YouTube
More Nick: Hasbro Announces New 'Power Rangers' Live Tour!
H/T: CNET.
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Poll: What Did You Think of the New 'Are You Smarter Than A 5th Grader' Episode '3rd Grade Teacher'?
What did you think of the first episode of Nickelodeon's brand-new game show Are You Smarter Than A 5th Grader, "3rd Grade Teacher"? Vote in the poll and sound off in the comments below!
Poll: What Did You Think of the New 'The Loud House' Episode 'Power Play with the Casagrandes'?
What did you think of the brand-new The Loud House episode "Power Play with the Casagrandes"? Vote in the poll and sound off in the comments below!
