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Friday, June 19, 2020

Comedy Central Germany to End Retro Nickelodeon Block

ViacomCBS Networks Germany (Deutschland), Switzerland (Schweiz) and Austria (Österreich) has announced the exciting news that Comedy Central Deutschland will be launching a classic Nicktoons programming block in June 2020!

Update (19/6) - Comedy Central is abruptly ending its Retro Nickelodeon block in Germany due to poor ratings, however, Die Ren & Stimpy Show will be keeping its late-night timeslots. Additionally, the NickRetro block will continue to air on Comedy Central in Switzerland and Austria.

Launching on Monday 1st June 2020, the daily morning strand will air daily between 06:00 and 11:00 Uhr, and will feature many of Nickelodeon's most iconic animated series from the '90s, including Hey Arnold!, Angry Beavers (Die Biber Brüder), CatDog, SpongeBob Schwammkopf, Aaahh!!! Real Monsters (Aaahh!!! Monster) and Rocko’s Modern Life (Rockos modernes Leben) - many of which haven't aired on free-to-air (FTA) television in Germany for more than 12 years!

The retro Nickelodeon block currently doesn't have a name, but Comedy Central promises it will have a name by the time it starts!

Currently, the block is only planned for June, but if successful, Comedy Central has the option to extend it.

The news follows Nickelodeon Deutschland, Switzerland and Österreich) launching NickRetro, a digital home for classic Nickelodeon in October 2019. NickRetro featured videos on nick.de and Nickelodeon Deutschland's official Facebook page.

Below is Comedy Central Deutschland's retro Nickelodeon block's launch schedule:

6.00 Uhr "Hey Arnold!"
6.30 Uhr "Die Biber Brüder"
6.55 Uhr "Die Biber Brüder"
7.15 Uhr "SpongeBob Schwammkopf"
7.35 Uhr "SpongeBob Schwammkopf"
7.50 Uhr "SpongeBob Schwammkopf"
8.15 Uhr "CatDog"
8.40 Uhr "CatDog"
9.05 Uhr "Aaahh!!! Monster"
9.30 Uhr "Aaahh!!! Monster"
10.00 Uhr "Rockos modernes Leben"
10.30 Uhr "Rockos modernes Leben"

Comedy Central has even more crazy cartoon action on offer Saturday evenings! Starting Saturday 6th June 2020, fans will also be able to watch hit animated series Die Ren & Stimpy Show, Drawn Together, Ugly Americans and BoJack Horseman every Saturday night between 22:00 - 02:50 Uhr.

Additionally, Comedy Central will be allowing viewers the chance to vote for which show they'd like to see air every Sunday! Each week Comedy Central will give viewers two shows to pick between, with the show with the most votes being featured in a dedicated marathon every Sunday from 22:00 Uhr.

From TV Wunschliste:

Rocko, CatDog, Hey Arnold! und Co.: Comedy Central bringt Nickelodeon-Klassiker zurück

"Die Biber Brüder" und "Aaahh!!! Monster" nach zwölf Jahren zurück im Free-TV

"Hey Arnold!", "Rockos modernes Leben" und "CatDog" sind populäre Nicktoons der 1990er Jahre

Gute Nachrichten für Fans von Rocko, Arnold, Ickis und Co.: Comedy Central bringt eine ganze Latte an klassischen Nicktoons zurück ins Free-TV. Der Sender startet am 1. Juni einen vormittäglichen Programmblock, der aus den beliebten Zeichentrickserien von Nickelodeon aus den 1990er Jahren besteht, die bis heute Kultstatus besitzen.

So gibt es ein Wiedersehen mit "Hey Arnold!", "Die Biber Brüder", "CatDog", "Aaahh!!! Monster", und "Rockos modernes Leben". Und da ohne einen gelben Schwamm einfach nichts geht, gesellt sich auch "SpongeBob Schwammkopf" hinzu. Auf Anfrage von TV Wunschliste bestätigte ein Sendersprecher, dass der Nicktoon-Klassiker-Programmblock noch einen Namen erhalten wird. Dieser steht derzeit noch nicht fest, allerdings sollen die Serien nicht unter der Marke Nickelodeon laufen. Vorerst ist der Block im Monat Juni geplant mit Option auf Verlängerung.

Das Vormittagsprogramm ab 1. Juni:

6.00 Uhr "Hey Arnold!"
6.30 Uhr "Die Biber Brüder"
6.55 Uhr "Die Biber Brüder"
7.15 Uhr "SpongeBob Schwammkopf"
7.35 Uhr "SpongeBob Schwammkopf"
7.50 Uhr "SpongeBob Schwammkopf"
8.15 Uhr "CatDog"
8.40 Uhr "CatDog"
9.05 Uhr "Aaahh!!! Monster"
9.30 Uhr "Aaahh!!! Monster"
10.00 Uhr "Rockos modernes Leben"
10.30 Uhr "Rockos modernes Leben"

Einige der Nicktoons waren schon lange nicht mehr im frei empfangbaren deutschen TV zu sehen. Die letzte reguläre Free-TV-Ausstrahlung von "Die Biber Brüder" und "Aaahh!!! Monster" liegt gar mehr als zwölf Jahre zurück.

Am Wochenende hat Comedy Central noch mehr Cartoon-Action im Angebot: So wird es am späten Samstagabend ein Wiedersehen mit der durchgeknallten "Ren & Stimpy Show" geben. Dazu gesellen sich die nicht minder abgedrehten Cartoons "Drawn Together", "Ugly Americans" und "BoJack Horseman". Sie übernehmen ab dem 6. Juni den Samstagabend auf Comedy Central zwischen 22.00 und 2.50 Uhr. Am Sonntagabend stellt der Sender hingegen seine Zuschauer vor die Wahl. Sie können wöchentlich zwischen zwei Serien wählen und für ihren Favoriten abstimmen. Von der Gewinner-Serie wird es dann sonntags ab 22.00 Uhr einen Marathon zu sehen geben.

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From Quotenmeter.de:

Mit Rocko, Arnold und den Bieber-Brüdern: Comedy Central wird retro

Im Sommer startet Comedy Central einen Programmblock voller Zeichentricklieblinge der 1990er-Jahre. Manche von ihnen kehren nach über zehn Jahren Free-TV-Abstinenz zurück.

Eine ganze Fuhre an alten Nickelodeon-Helden findet wieder zusammen: Wie Comedy Central bekannt gibt, startet der Spaßsender im Juni einen Programmblock, der sich aus unvergessenen Zeichentrickserien der 1990er-Jahre zusammensetzt. Los geht es am 1. Juni – ab dann zeigt Comedy Central immer vormittags nicht nur den Dauerrenner «SpongeBob Schwammkopf» sowie die neulich bei Netflix mit einem Special fortgeführte Serie «Rockos modernes Leben», sondern auch zwei Formate, die seit über einem Jahrzehnt nicht mehr im deutschen Free-TV wiederholt wurden.

Die Rede ist von der Serie «Aaahh!!! Monster», die ihre deutsche Erstausstrahlung noch im Ersten feierte, sowie von dem Format «Die Biber Brüder», das zeitweise nicht aus dem Super-RTL-Programm wegzudenken war. Der Programmblock beginnt morgens um 6 Uhr mit «Hey Arnold!». Es folgen ab 6.30 Uhr zwei Episoden «Die Biber Brüder» und ab 7.15 Uhr drei Episoden «SpongeBob Schwammkopf».

Um 8.15 Uhr meldet sich «CatDog» mit einer Doppelfolge zum Dienst, ab 9.05 Uhr steht «Aaahh!!! Monster» mit zwei Episoden auf dem Plan und ab 10 Uhr ist Zeit für zwei Geschichten aus dem modernen Leben des Wallabys Rocko. Dessen Serie wurde berühmt-berüchtigter Weise einst trotz guter Quoten eingestellt, weil der Serienschöpfer gezielt seine Senderchefs ärgerte, indem er zahlreiche gewagte Doppeldeutigkeiten in die späteren Folgen des Formats einbaute.

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From Quotenmeter:

Kurzes Gastspiel von «CatDog» und Co.: Comedy Central beendet seinen Retro-Block

Das Wiedersehen mit Nickelodeon-Klassikern wie «Rockos modernes Leben» und «Hey Arnold!» findet ein jähes Ende – zumindest bei Comedy Central Deutschland …

Es war eine schöne Idee gewesen für alle Nostalgiker, die in den 90ern mit dem Kindersender Nickelodeon groß geworden sind: Anfang Juni hat Comedy Central einen Retro-Block eingeführt, für den der Viacom-Kanal die Cartoonserien «Rockos modernes Leben», «Hey Arnold!», «Aaahh!!! Monster», «CatDog» sowie «Die Biber Brüder» aus dem Archiv gekramt hat. Auch «SpongeBob Schwammkopf» fand damit Einzug ins Programm des Comedy-Spartensenders.

Doch nach nur rund einem Monat hat Comedy Central schon wieder genug davon, offenbar waren die Quoten zu schlecht. Wie Quotenmeter.de vom Sender mitgeteilt wurde, greift man ab dem 4. Juli auf bewährte Formate zurück: Samstags und sonntags zeigt der Viacom-Sender ab 6 Uhr lieber wieder «Takeshi’s Castle Thailand», gleich vier Folgen werden hintereinander abgesendet.

Gegen 8 Uhr stehen am Wochenende dann vier Episoden von «The Cleveland Show» an, einem ehemaligen FOX-Cartoon aus der Feder von «Family-Guy»-Erfinder Seth MacFarlane. Von montags bis freitags setzt Comedy Central künftig neben «Takeshi's Castle Thailand» und «The Cleveland Show» auf Wiederaufgüsse von «Bob's Burgers», «South Park» sowie «American Dad».

Allerdings wird der Retro-Block nur beim deutschen Ableger von Comedy Central rausgeschmissen: Wie ein Sendersprecher gegenüber Quotenmeter.de erklärte, bleiben «Rockos modernes Leben» und Co. Teil des Morgenprogramms beim österreichischen und schweizerischen Comedy Central. Kleiner Trost für die deutschen Fans alter Nickelodeon-Cartoons: «Die Ren & Stimpy Show» behält vorerst ihre nächtlichen Sendeplätze bei Comedy Central.

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From TV Wunschliste:

Comedy Central beendet Nicktoon-Retroblock vorzeitig

Rocko, Arnold und Co. müssen ihren Platz am Vormittag räumen

Seit Anfang des Monats zeigt Comedy Central im Frühprogramm Cartoonklassiker aus dem Hause Nickelodeon. Es gibt ein Wiedersehen mit "Hey Arnold!", "CatDog", "Aaahh!!! Monster" und "Rockos modernes Leben". Doch es war nur ein kurzes Vergnügen: Nur noch bis zum 28. Juni bleiben die Serien im Programm, bevor der Sender ab dem 29. Juni wieder auf Altbewährtes setzt.

Anstelle von Rocko, Arnold, Ickis und Co. sollen es fortan "Takeshi's Castle Thailand", "The Cleveland Show", "Bob's Burgers", "South Park" und "American Dad!" richten.

Das Werktagsprogramm ab 29. Juni:
6.00 Uhr "Takeshi's Castle Thailand"
6.30 Uhr "Takeshi's Castle Thailand"
6.55 Uhr "Takeshi's Castle Thailand"
7.25 Uhr "The Cleveland Show"
7.50 Uhr "The Cleveland Show"
8.15 Uhr "Bob's Burgers"
8.40 Uhr "Bob's Burgers"
9.00 Uhr "South Park"
9.30 Uhr "South Park"
9.55 Uhr "South Park"
10.25 Uhr "American Dad!"
10.55 Uhr "American Dad!"

Das Wochenendprogramm ab 4. Juli:
6.00 Uhr "Takeshi's Castle Thailand"
6.30 Uhr "Takeshi's Castle Thailand"
7.00 Uhr "Takeshi's Castle Thailand"
7.30 Uhr "Takeshi's Castle Thailand"
8.00 Uhr "The Cleveland Show"
8.25 Uhr "The Cleveland Show"
8.55 Uhr "The Cleveland Show"
9.25 Uhr "The Cleveland Show"
9.55 Uhr
10.20 Uhr "Friends"
10.50 Uhr "Friends"

Ein Erfolg war die Idee, Nicktoon-Klassiker bei Comedy Central zu wiederholen, demnach nicht. Allerdings ging der Sender auch äußerst lieblos damit um: Auf sämtliche Vorspänne, die Kultstatus besitzen, wird bei der Ausstrahlung verzichtet. Darüber hinaus werden die Serien nicht im korrekten 4:3-Format gezeigt, sondern in einem aufgezoomten 14:9-Format, wodurch das Bild unnötig beschnitten wird. Die eigentlich versprochene Ausstrahlung von fand zudem gar nicht erst statt.

Die Programmänderung betrifft übrigens nur das deutsche Comedy Central. Bei den Ablegern in Österreich und in der Schweiz bleiben die Nicktoons weiterhin vormittags im Programm. Interessanterweise werden die Klassiker dort auch schon seit längerer Zeit zusätzlich im nächtlichen Nicknight-Programmblock auf Nickelodeon gezeigt. Diesen gibt es in Deutschland seit der Zusammenlegung von Nickelodeon und MTV im November 2018 nicht mehr. Hierzulande bleibt aus dem Nicktoon-Universum lediglich die durchgeknallte "Die Biber Brüder" erhalten, die samstags nach Mitternacht bei Comedy Central ausgestrahlt wird.

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Mehr Nick: Nickelodeon Announces Winners of 'Kids‘ Choice Awards 2020: Deutschland, Österreich, Schweiz – Zusammen Zuhause', the First KCAs Filmed at Home!

Originally published: Tuesday, April 21, 2020.

Additional source: Google Translate.

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ViacomCBS Networks International Appoints Jaime Ondarza as EVP and GM of France, Iberia, Italy, Middle East, Greece & Turkey

VIACOMCBS NETWORKS INTERNATIONAL APPOINTS JAIME ONDARZA AS GENERAL MANAGER OF IBERIA, FRANCE, ITALY, MIDDLE EAST, GREECE & TURKEY

Milan, June 18, 2020 – ViacomCBS Networks International (VCNI) has appointed Jaime Ondarza as Executive Vice President (EVP) and General Manager (GM) of a newly created regional structure, which includes France, Iberia, Italy, the Middle East, Greece and Turkey. Ondarza will report to Raffaele Annecchino, President, ViacomCBS Networks Europe, Middle East, Africa & Asia. In this new role, Ondarza is charged with aligning operations, maximizing strategic synergies and identifying new commercial opportunities.

“I am thrilled to welcome Jaime to the company. Jaime brings a wealth of editorial and commercial expertise in addition to a strong track record in managing multiple complex markets in the media and entertainment industry,” said Annecchino. “This is a key moment for us as we accelerate our digital transformation, expand our footprint and partnerships while continuing to deliver great content on all platforms. I’m certain that Jaime will play an integral role in this important phase and effectively position the organization in this important region for long term growth.”

“It’s a privilege to join ViacomCBS Networks International, a global company with an incredible portfolio of assets. I look forward to leveraging the power of our brands to capture new opportunities and strengthen the important partnerships we have in these vibrant markets,” said Ondarza.

Ondarza joins ViacomCBS Networks EMEAA with over 22 years of international experience in the media and entertainment industry. Prior to his appointment, Ondarza covered long running executive roles in Warner Media, where he successfully launched and developed new business and brands, and in Boing, the JV between Mediaset and Warner Media. In addition to founding the first FTA commercial kids channel worldwide on the DTT, Ondarza launched the Boing App, which was Warner Media’s first AVOD streaming service designed for kids and families.

Additionally, Andrea Castellari, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and General Manager (GM) for ViacomCBS Networks Italy, Turkey and the Middle East will be leaving the company to pursue new endeavours.

Annecchino added, “We are sorry to say goodbye to Andrea Castellari, CEO and General Manager for ViacomCBS Networks Italy, Turkey and the Middle East, who has decided to leave the company to pursue new endeavors. I want to thank Andrea for his relentless and invaluable contribution to the success of these regions. Andrea, who joined the company a few years ago, has played an essential role in growing our business in Italy and expanding our distribution in Turkey and the Middle East. I am truly sorry to say goodbye to such a talented colleague and leader, and I wish him all the best.”

ViacomCBS Networks International

ViacomCBS Networks International, a unit of ViacomCBS Inc. (NASDAQ: VIAC), is comprised of many of the world’s most iconic consumer brands. Its portfolio includes Network 10, Channel 5, Telefe, Viacom 18, ViacomCBS International Studios, Nickelodeon, MTV, Comedy Central, BET, Paramount Network and Pluto TV among others. In addition to offering innovative streaming services and digital video products, ViacomCBS Networks International provides powerful capabilities in production, distribution and advertising solutions for partners on five continents and across more than 180 countries.

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Below is ViacomCBS Networks France's official press release announcing the news:

VIACOMCBS NETWORKS INTERNATIONAL

NOMME JAIME ONDARZA AU POSTE DE DIRECTEUR GENERAL

DE LA REGION SOUTH INCLUANT LA FRANCE, L'ESPAGNE, L'ITALIE, LE MOYEN-ORIENT, LA GRECE ET LA TURQUIE

Paris le 19 juin - ViacomCBS Networks International (VCNI) a nommé Jaime Ondarza au poste de Vice-Président Exécutif et Directeur Général de la région nouvellement créée, qui comprend la France, l'Espagne, l'Italie, le Moyen-Orient, la Grèce et la Turquie.

M. Ondarza reportera à Raffaele Annecchino, Président de ViacomCBS Networks Europe, Moyen-Orient, Afrique et Asie. Dans ces nouvelles fonctions M. Ondarza aura en charge de gérer les activités au niveau de la région, de maximiser les synergies et d'identifier les nouvelles opportunités commerciales.

"Je suis ravi d'accueillir Jaime au sein de la société. Jaime va nous apporter sa grande expertise éditoriale et commerciale en plus de son expérience dans la gestion de multiples territoires complexes dans l'industrie des média et du divertissement", annonce Raffaele Annecchino. "C'est un moment clé pour nous, au moment où nous accélérons notre transformation numérique, et où nous étendons notre empreinte et nos partenariats tout en continuant à fournir un contenu de qualité sur toutes les plateformes. Je suis certain que Jaime jouera un rôle prépondérant dans cette phase importante et positionnera efficacement l'organisation de la région South en vue de sa croissance sur le long terme".

"C'est un privilège de rejoindre ViacomCBS Networks International, une entreprise mondiale qui possède un incroyable portefeuille d’actifs. Je suis impatient de tirer parti de la puissance de nos marques pour saisir de nouvelles opportunités et renforcer les partenariats importants que nous avons sur ces marchés dynamiques", annonce Jaime Ondarza.

Jaime Ondarza rejoint ViacomCBS Networks EMEAA après 22 ans d’expérience à l’international dans l'industrie des média et du divertissement. Il a occupé pendant de nombreuses années des postes de direction chez Warner Media, où il a lancé et développé avec succès de nouvelles activités, de nouvelles marques et géré avec Boing la joint-venture entre Mediaset et Warner Media. En plus d'avoir fondé la première chaîne commerciale pour enfants de la TNT, M. Ondarza a lancé l'application Boing, qui a été le premier service de streaming AVOD de Warner Media à destination des enfants et des familles.

A la suite de ce changement, M. Ondarza supervisera également les opérations du groupe en France jusqu'à ce que l’organisation définitive soit mise en place.

COMPREND LES CHAINES SUIVANTES DIFFUSEES EN FRANCE, BELGIQUE ET SUISSE : MTV, MTV HITS, MY MTV, BET, PARAMOUNT CHANNEL, COMEDY CENTRAL, GAME ONE, J-ONE, NICKELODEON JUNIOR, NICKELODEON, NICKELODEON TEEN ET MON NICKELODEON JUNIOR.

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From Planète CSAT:

Mouvements à la direction de ViacomCBS France

Suite à une réorganisation interne, Thierry Cammas qui était l’actuel président-gérant des chaînes ViacomCBS France quitte le groupe.

Thierry Cammas avait auparavant dirigé le pôle des chaînes musicales de Lagardère (MCM et Mezzo) pendant une dizaine d’années avant de rejoindre Viacom en 2005.

Au sein du groupe, Thierry Cammas a notamment importé des chaînes complémentaires à MTV et Game One de l’époque : Paramount Channel, Comedy Central, BET, Nickelodeon…

Thierry Cammas est remplacé par un ancien de Turner (Warner TV…) Jaime Ondarza.

"C’est un privilège de rejoindre ViacomCBS Networks International, une entreprise mondiale avec un incroyable portefeuille d’actifs. Je suis impatient de tirer parti de la puissance de nos marques pour saisir de nouvelles opportunités et renforcer les partenariats importants que nous avons sur ces marchés dynamiques."

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From ZAWYA MENA Edition:

Viacomcbs Networks International appoints Jaime Ondarza as General Manager of Iberia, France, Italy, Middle East, Greece & Turkey

In this new role, Ondarza is charged with aligning operations, maximizing strategic synergies and identifying new commercial opportunities

Viacomcbs Networks International appoints Jaime Ondarza as General Manager of Iberia, France, Italy, Middle East, Greece Turkey

Press Release

Middle East: ViacomCBS Networks International (VCNI) has appointed Jaime Ondarza as Executive Vice President and General Manager of a newly created regional structure, which includes France, Iberia, Italy, the Middle East, Greece and Turkey. Ondarza will report to Raffaele Annecchino, President, ViacomCBS Networks Europe, Middle East, Africa & Asia. In this new role, Ondarza is charged with aligning operations, maximizing strategic synergies and identifying new commercial opportunities.

“I am thrilled to welcome Jaime to the company. Jaime brings a wealth of editorial and commercial expertise in addition to a strong track record in managing multiple complex markets in the media and entertainment industry,” said Annecchino. “This is a key moment for us as we accelerate our digital transformation, expand our footprint and partnerships while continuing to deliver great content on all platforms. I’m certain that Jaime will play an integral role in this important phase and effectively position the organization in this important region for long term growth.”

“It’s a privilege to join ViacomCBS Networks International, a global company with an incredible portfolio of assets. I look forward to leveraging the power of our brands to capture new opportunities and strengthen the important partnerships we have in these vibrant markets,” said Ondarza.

Ondarza joins ViacomCBS Networks EMEAA with over 22 years of international experience in the media and entertainment industry. Prior to his appointment, Ondarza covered long running executive roles in Warner Media, where he successfully launched and developed new business and brands, and in Boing, the JV between Mediaset and Warner Media. In addition to founding the first FTA commercial kids channel worldwide on the DTT, Ondarza launched the Boing App, which was Warner Media’s first AVOD streaming service designed for kids and families.

Within this new structure, Ondarza will be supported in the daily operations of the Middle East business by Tracey Grant, VP of Content & Channels Middle East, who will assume the role of Market Lead.

Annecchino added, “We are sorry to say goodbye to Andrea Castellari, CEO and General Manager for ViacomCBS Networks Italy, Turkey and the Middle East, who has decided to leave the company to pursue new endeavors. I want to thank Andrea for his relentless and invaluable contribution to the success of these regions. Andrea, who joined the company a few years ago, has played an essential role in growing our business in Italy and expanding our distribution in Turkey and the Middle East. I am truly sorry to say goodbye to such a talented colleague and leader, and I wish him all the best.”

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From Mia Market:

Ondarza enters ViacomCBS, Carrozzo appointed as Italy Country Manager

ViacomCBS Networks International (VCNI) has appointed Jaime Ondarza as executive Vice President and general manager of a newly-created regional structure, which includes France, Iberia, Italy, the Middle East, Greece and Turkey.

Under the guide of the president of ViacomCBS Networks Europe, Middle East, Africa & Asia Raffaele Annecchino, Ondarza will align operations, maximize strategic synergies and identify new commercial opportunities.

New summits also in Italy: Alberto Carrozzo, who has been part of the MTV / Viacom group since 2007 and held the position of VP Finance & Strategy of VIMN Italy, Middle East and Turkey, takes on the role of Country Manager, reporting to Jaime Ondarza.

Following these appointments, Andrea Castellari leaves the position of Executive Vice President and General Manager of ViacomCBS Networks Italy, Middle East and Turkey.

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From TvZoom:

Rivoluzione al vertice di Viacom Italia

La nostra rassegna stampa, con gli estratti degli articoli più interessanti: se ne va Andrea Castellari. Al suo posto Alberto Carrozzo. Ma nulla sarà più come prima. Perché il grande gruppo media Usa sta rivedendo integralmente la sua presenza in Europa.

ViacomCBS, in Italia c’è Carrozzo

ItaliaOggi, pagina 19, di Claudio Plazzotta.

Andrea Castellari lascia la carica di executive vice president e general manager di ViacomCBS Networks Italia, Medio Oriente e Turchia, per seguire nuove sfide professionali. Il nuovo country manager del gruppo ViacomCbs in Italia è Alberto Carrozzo, che occupava l’incarico di vice president finance e strategy di VIMN Italia, Middle East e Turchia, coordinando l’area finanziaria e amministrativa di questi mercati.

Insomma, grandi manovre al network televisivo che edita canali come Paramount network, Mtv, Nickelodeon, Comedy central, Super!. A livello continentale c’è la creazione del nuovo South hub di ViacomCBS Networks International, che comprende Italia, Francia, Iberia, Medio Oriente, Grecia e Turchia, con la nomina di Jaime Ondarza nel ruolo di executive vice president e general manager di Italia, Francia, Iberia, Medio Oriente, Grecia e Turchia (Ondarza riporterà a Raffaele Annecchino, presidente, ViacomCBS Networks Europa, Medio Oriente, Africa e Asia).

Chiusa la concessionaria
Carrozzo, che a sua volta riporterà a Ondarza, avrà il compito di supportarlo nella operazioni locali e per tutto ciò che riguarda il business sul mercato italiano. Un business che è stato rivoluzionato non poco negli ultimi mesi: lo scorso 1° ottobre, infatti, il direttore generale di Viacom advertising e brand solutions, Paolo Romano, aveva lasciato il gruppo per passare a Sky Media come direttore commerciale, senza essere sostituito. Una concessionaria di pubblicità senza vertice aveva insospettito non poco il mercato.

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More Nick: Nickelodeon Upfront 2020 Roundup!

Originally published: Thursday, June 18, 2020.

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JoJo Siwa "NONSTOP" (Official Music Video) | Its JoJo Siwa

JoJo Siwa "NONSTOP" (Official Music Video) | Its JoJo Siwa

JoJo Siwa "NONSTOP" (Official Music Video)

BTS of JoJo Siwa's "NONSTOP" Music Video!

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WATCH THE NONSTOP MUSIC VIDEO FRIDAY 6/19/2020 AT 12:00PM/PST!!!-

From Just Jared Jr.:

JoJo Siwa Drops Circus Themed 'Nonstop' Music Video - Watch Now!

JoJo Siwa just released her brand new music video for “Nonstop“!

The 17-year-old entertainer took her love of The Greatest Showman to the next level with the circus themed video.

“This music video is my favorite of all my videos. I was on my tour bus LATE at night when i came up with this song (over a year ago) and now the day is finally here! I hope you all love this song,” JoJo shared on Instagram.

“Thank you to everyone who made this song and music video possible… Twizzler, Jeannie, Andrew, Felisha, Doug, Nickelodeon, Mark, Mike, Corey, My family, David, Caryn, and everyone else!❤️ and a HUGE Thank you to the cast of this music video who each portrayed their character perfectly, thank you for trusting me and believing in me, Beth Ann, Cj, Lexi, Courtni, Sophia, Malik, Marcus, Hailee, Miley, Lily, and all of the circus performers!🌟” she added.

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More Nick: JoJo Siwa Entertains Fans from Her Backyard with First *WORLDWIDE LIVE* Performance!

Originally published: Saturday, June 13, 2020.

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Nickelodeon Asia to Air 'DAYU', Chinese 3D Animated Series from Zhejiang Radio & TV Group

NICKELODEON ASIA TO AIR DAYU, 3D ANIMATED SERIES FROM ZHEJIANG RADIO & TV GROUP

Singapore, June 17, 2020 – Nickelodeon Asia has inked a deal with China’s Zhejiang Radio & TV Group to air a 3D animated series on its Southeast Asia channels across the region. DAYU, premiering as four one-hour installments on Nickelodeon from June 25-28 will air at 9:00 PM in Malaysia (MY), the Philippines (PH), Hong Kong (HK) and Taiwan (TWN) and at 8pm in Indonesia (INDO), and will reach 6.4 million households. This deal marks the first partnership between the two parties.

DAYU is a story about dreams, love, and heroism, reflecting the harmonious coexistence between human beings and nature. The series will bring to life the Chinese legend of Dayu, a mythical hero who faces many challenges and obstacles set before him, battling for thirteen long years and leading the people to eventually defeat Gong Gong, who is likened to the Greek Poseidon.

“Through this partnership with Zhejiang Radio & TV Group, we are adding to our Nickelodeon content offering as we seek to bring the best in kids entertainment to our audiences. Animation is an exciting genre that can complement many of our brands, and we continue to explore other opportunities, applications, and platforms,” said Pierre Cheung, Senior Vice President (SVP) and General Manager (GM) of ViacomCBS Networks Asia.

Building on the experience of creating DAYU, Zhejiang Radio & TV Group aims to innovate and produce more of such content, which helps showcase Chinese stories and culture to a global audience. In doing so, it hopes to provide viewers all over the world with a better understanding of and appreciation for the beauty of Chinese culture, and be inspired by stories such as DAYU.

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About Nickelodeon

Nickelodeon, now in its 41st 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).

Zhejiang Radio & TV Group

Founded on November 8th, 2001, Zhejiang Radio and TV Group is a news and publicity group owned by the Zhejiang provincial party committee and government. The Group has been selected as the “China’s 500 Most Valuable Brands” for 9 years, ranking fifth in the national media, second in provincial media, and first in Zhejiang media. It has won the “Top Ten Asian Radio and Television Brands” for three years, ranking fifth in Asia, and top 3 in mainland China.

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'The Loud House'/'Double Dare' Crossover Episode Announced

On your mark, get set, GO! The upcoming The Loud House season four episode "How Double Dare You!" will see the Loud siblings ask Lisa to help them get on Nickelodeon's legendary game show, Double Dare!

Double Dare originally premiered on Oct. 6, 1986 on Nickelodeon and ran from 1986-1993, making it the network’s longest running game show. Marc Summers served as the show’s original host from 1986-1993. Shortly after its debut, Double Dare became one of the most popular original daily programs on cable television. The series went into syndication in 1988 and was later revived as Super Sloppy Double Dare in 1989. The show also ran on broadcast television as Family Double Dare in 1988, followed by new versions on Nickelodeon, including Double Dare 2000. The show was famous for “Pick It”, a giant nose that may or may not sneeze green slime all over contestants, and the iconic obstacle course.

Most recently, the series was revived for two more seasons for a new generation of Nickelodeon viewers. Hosted by digital creator and actress Liza Koshy, Nickelodeon's Double Dare revival saw a new generation of fans compete in the messiest and most physically challenging competition of their lives. Contestants were asked tricky questions, tackled physical challenges, navigated the super sloppy Double Dare obstacle course and get Slimed.

With Double Dare remaining an iconic touchstone for its original millennial audiences, the new version featured the gameplay and challenges they remember, as well as appearances from blasts from the past and stars from today, including original series host Marc Summers, who returned to give color commentary on the challenges, lending his vast knowledge of the game and expertise to each episode. The revived Double Dare premiered on Nickelodeon during Summer 2018, and concluded its run during Winter 2019.

It's currently unclear which version of Double Dare will feature in The Loud House episode "How Double Dare You!", and whether Marc Summers and Liza Koshy will guest star in the episode.

"How Double Dare You!" will be the second The Loud House episode to feature a iconic Nickelodeon game show, following 2017's "Legends" which featured Legends of the Hidden Temple. "Legends" saw original Legends of the Hidden Temple stars Kirk Fogg and Dee Bradley Baker (American Dad) reprise their roles as the host and the voice of the all-knowing Olmec, respectively. The episode also guest starred Henry Danger stars Jace Norman and Cooper Barnes.

"How Double Dare You!" has a production code #425A, and is paired with "Snoop's On" (#425B). In "Snoop's On", Leni and Lincoln secretly read Luna's diary. Air dates for both segments have yet to be announced.

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Celebrating Juneteenth with Clyde and The Loud House | The Loud House

What is Juneteenth? Celebrating with Clyde from The Loud House! | Nickelodeon

Clyde from The Loud House is here to tell us the importance of Juneteenth and what happened on June 19, 1865. Originally celebrated in Galveston, Texas, now Juneteenth is celebrated in many ways all over the country to celebrate the official ending of slavery in America!

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Clyde's Two Dads ♥️ Deleted Scene! | The Loud House

Clyde's Two Dads ♥️ Deleted Scene! | The Loud House

Here is another never before seen short from The Loud House. Enjoy Clyde and his two dads, just in time for Father's Day!

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Aang Through the Years! (Moments Across His Life) ⬇️ | Avatar: The Last Airbender

Aang Through the Years! (Moments Across His Life) ⬇️ | Avatar: The Last Airbender

While Aang isn't one of the longest living Avatars, his lifetime extends many years and throughout great change within the world of the four nations. Here you can find highlights of different moments across his entire life from goofing off with Bumi to conversing with Korra in the Avatar State!

What is Aang's most iconic moment?

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Top 7 Squidward Alter-Egos! 🦸‍♂️ SpongeBob SquarePants

Top 7 Squidward Alter-Egos! 🦸‍♂️ SpongeBob SquarePants

Who is Squidward Tentacles? Simply a fast food worker? A friendly neighbor? Octopus? Well think again because there are many different sides to the clarinet enthusiast, so we've rounded up our top 7 Squidward alter-egos!

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SpongeBob SquarePants: Battle for Bikini Bottom - Rehydrated is released on PC, Xbox One, PlayStation 4 and Nintendo Switch on June 23, 2020!

CALLING ALL GOOFY GOOBERS! (ROCK!) Are ya ready for a deep dive into the world of SpongeBob SquarePants? The SpongeBob YouTube channel is THE PLACE for all fan-favorite SpongeBob moments! We’re serving up everything from legendary scenes to remixes of classic songs to deep dives into Bikini Bottom lore. Be sure to check back every week for Music Mondays, Wumbo Wednesdays, and Flashback Fridays! Subscribe now at https://www.youtube.com/SpongeBobOfficial!

The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge on the Run swims into theatres on Friday, Aug. 7!

Shop SpongeBob!: https://www.spongebobshop.com - SpongeBob face masks now available, with ALL proceeds going to charity!

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Hide and Seek & Snack Time | Josh & Blue's Vlog #13 | Blue's Clues & You!

Hide and Seek & Snack Time | Josh & Blue's Vlog #13 | Blue's Clues & You!

Are you good at playing 'I Spy'? In this vlog, you can help Josh and Blue find all of the Blue's Clues and You friends like Slippery Soap, Tickety Tock, and more! Later on, they'll make one of Blue's favorite snacks!

#BluesCluesAndYou #Vlogs #HideAndSeek #SnackTime

Kids can watch their favorite Nick Jr. shows weekdays on Nickelodeon and all week long on the Nick Jr. channel: http://nickjr.com/tvschedule/

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The Boy 'Spice Girls' Sign Autographs | All That

The Boy 'Spice Girls' Sign Autographs | All That

The Spice Boys are late to their autographs signing session and are dysfunctional as usual. Luckily, their loyal fans still love them and their goofy selves! Enjoy Kenan Thompson, Kel Mitchell, Danny Tamberelli and more in this vintage All That sketch.

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Drake Bell Then & Now (1999-2018) 👦➡️👨 Transformation Through the Years! | NickRewind

Drake Bell Then & Now (1999-2018) 👦➡️👨 Transformation Through the Years! | NickRewind

Drake Bell is a Nick LEGEND! From his start on The Amanda Show, to a starring role in Drake & Josh, and plenty more Nickelodeon appearances. This is Drake Bells' transformation through the years (1999-2018)!

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 on TeenNick USA, and anytime you want on NickSplat on VRV, Nick Pluto TV, NickHits on Amazon Prime Video Channels and Nick on CBS All Access!

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!

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iCarly | Jerry Screw Ups | Nickelodeon UK

iCarly | Jerry Screw Ups | Nickelodeon UK

Check out some of Jerry Trainor's, aka Spencer, bloopers from season 2 of iCarly!

Visit nick.co.uk and the Nickelodeon Play app for more iCarly!

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Behind the Scenes / READY SET DANCE / Crew Tube/ Nick Jr.

Behind the Scenes / READY SET DANCE / Crew Tube/ Nick Jr.

Check out what happened on set with Ewan, Christian and the READY SET DANCE Kid Crew. Costumes, make up, dance battles and a special visit from READY SET DANCE's Nick Jr. friends Calvin and Kaison from CKN Toys.

Visit www.readyset.dance for information about READY SET DANCE dance classes for preschoolers.

Online at nickjr.com.au and on the Nick Jr. App, parents and children can find out more about Ready Set Dance, as well as sing and dance-along to music videos and watch short-form video clips from the series. Parents can also Like the official Nick Jr. Australia and New Zealand Facebook and Instagram pages for the latest Nick Jr. news, highlights, video clips and more.

Watch READY SET DANCE season one on Nick Jr. channels globally!

More Nick: Australian-Produced Preschool Dance Series "Ready Set Dance" Goes International on Nick Jr.; Show Greenlit for Season Two!

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Operation Oddbod | Back To School | Horrid Henry

Operation Oddbod | Back To School | Horrid Henry

Calling all Horrid Henry fans! Want to know everything you possibly can about the world of Horrid? Then join the Purple Hand Gang every Sunday for a Sitdown Sunday story and an exclusive chat about the week with Sean, Lizzie AND Horrid Henry himself.

Watch Horrid Henry on Nickelodeon and Nicktoons!

Don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss an episode, and remember, stay safe and stay in touch!

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Originally published: Tuesday, June 16, 2020.

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🔴 LIVE | Horrid Henry UNLOCKED - Feet Up FriYAY | Week 8 | Horrid Henry Live FriYAY

🔴 LIVE | Horrid Henry UNLOCKED - Feet Up FriYAY | Week 8 | Horrid Henry Live FriYAY

Calling all Horrid Henry fans! Want to know everything you possibly can about the world of Horrid? Then join the Purple Hand Gang every Sunday for a Sitdown Sunday story and an exclusive chat about the week with Sean, Lizzie AND Horrid Henry himself.

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CBS All Access Adds 'Avatar: The Last Airbender'

CBS All Access, CBS’ digital subscription video on-demand and live streaming service, has added all three seasons of Avatar: The Last Airbender! Yip yip!

The news follows Netflix adding Nickelodeon's iconic animated series to its programming in mid-May, where it instantly became the platform's top title.

channeling major Aang vibes over here, because Avatar: the Last Airbender is now available on @CBSAllAccess! #ATLA pic.twitter.com/LpEwzM3Ob8
— NickRewind (@NickRewind) June 18, 2020

The news also follows ViacomCBS announcing plans to bulk up the service, including titles from Nickelodeon.

Avatar: The Last Airbender joins its spin-off series The Legend of Korra, which was added to CBS All Access in January, along with Danny Phantom and Sam & Cat. Also available on the service are the Nickelodeon Movies Harriet The Spy, Rugrats Go Wild, The Adventures of Tintin, Mad Hot Ballroom, and Turtle Power: The Definitive History of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles.

CBS All Access currently runs customers $5.99 per month for ad-supported streaming and $9.99 for ad-free streaming.

2020 marks the 15th anniversary of Avatar: The Last Airbender’s debut on Nickelodeon.

Created by Michael DiMartino and Bryan Konietzko and airing between 2005 and 2008, the critically-acclaimed Avatar: The Last Airbender is set in world people can manipulate the elements of Earth, Water, Fire, and Air, and they lived peacefully in different regions until one of the nations started a world war. One master who can manipulate all four elements, dubbed the "Avatar," had been able to prevent this war, but disappeared soon after. 100 years later, a new Avatar named Aang awakens and sets out on a journey to master all the elements in order to bring peace to the land once more by defeating Fire Lord Ozai and ending the destructive war with the Fire Nation.

The series managed to be such a hit with fans by combining amazing animated action set pieces with three dimensional interesting characters set in this magical fantasy world.

The animated series originally aired for 61 episodes over three seasons ("Books") originally on Nickelodeon, where it began in February 2005 and concluded in July 2008. The series was nominated for—and won—Annie Awards, Genesis Awards, a Primetime Emmy Award, and a Peabody Award.

Its success led to the creation of adjacent consumer products, including video games, and a follow-up series, The Legend of Korra, that returned to the world of Avatar years after Aang’s death to follow Korra, his successor as Avatar. That series ran between 2012-2014. In 2010, the series got its first feature-length film, The Last Airbender.

The stories of both Avatar: The Last Airbender and The Legend of Korra have since continued on in graphic novel series.

Netflix will be putting out an Avatar: The Last Airbender live-action series from original creators DiMartino and Konietzko sometime in the future, with filming set to begin this year. The streaming giant has said that it plans to stay true to the location and “background heritage” of the animated series after the 2010 film failed to do so.

Paramount Home Entertainment and Nickelodeon Home Entertainment released the Avatar: The Last Airbender – The Complete Series 15th Anniversary Limited Edition Steelbook Collection in February 2020.

More Nick: Netflix to Host Open Casting Call for Live-Action 'Avatar: The Last Airbender' Series!

Originally published: Thursday, June 18, 2020 at 19:27 BST.

Nickelodeon Reportedly Closing In on Comic Strip ‘Phoebe And Her Unicorn’ as Potential Multi-Franchise

Nickelodeon has reportedly won the rights in a competitive situation to Dana Simpson’s comic strip Phoebe and Her Unicorn, a property that the ViacomCBS studio is eyeing as a multi-platform franchise across an TV animated series, movies and more. The final deal points are being hammered out at this moment, Deadline has heard.

The daily comic strip initially launched on Universal Uclick’s GoComics website in 2012 before it launched in 100 newspapers in 2015. Phoebe and her Unicorn follows 9-year-old Phoebe Howell, a girl in the fourth grade, who deals with childhood challenges alongside her unicorn Marigold, friend Max and enemy Dakota. Phoebe meets Marigold after skipping a rock across a pond, accidentally hitting the unicorn in the face. Freed from her own reflection, the unicorn—named Marigold Heavenly Nostrils—gives Phoebe one wish, which she decides to use by making the unicorn her best friend. Marigold has magical powers, i.e. she can divert or redirect rain and send text messages and broadcast a Wi-Fi hotspot through her horn. Her most highly coveted power though is her “Shield of Boringness” spell, which causes humans to view her as nothing out of the ordinary and allows her to interact with them on a daily basis.

Roy Lee and Miri Yoon of Vertigo Entertainment are partnering with Bridget McMeel of Andrews McMeel Entertainment to produce Phoebe and Her Unicorn content. Lee brought the project into Darlene Caamaño Loquet, Senior Vice President (SVP) of Nickelodeon Movies, who’ll over the project for Nickelodeon. Roy and Yoon will oversee development.

Fred Nelson and Matt Sheppo will oversee Phoebe and Her Unicorn for Andrews McMeel Entertainment (AME), the entertainment unit of Andrews McMeel Universal.

Last year, Nickelodeon had the Paramount release Dora and the Lost City of Gold based on their 20-year TV cartoon IP Dora the Explorer. The movie grossed $120.6M off a $49M production cost and has been heralded by Paramount CEO Jim Gianopulos as a profitable movie for the studio. Paramount will be releasing The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge on the Run, the third theatrical film inspired by Nickelodeon's long-running SpongeBob SquarePants franchise, on Friday, Aug. 7.

Nickelodeon is also developing an animated series based on the Big Nate children's books, and recently acquired the Garfield portfolio.

More Nick: 'The Smurfs' Head to Nickelodeon with Brand-New Animated Series and Consumer Products Line!

Originally published: Friday, June 19, 2020.

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Young Dylan | 'Flowers' Trailer + Sneak Peek | Nickelodeon

Tune into the brand new Tyler Perry’s Young Dylan episode "Flowers", premiering Saturday, June 20, 2020 at 8:00 p.m. (ET/PT), followed by the latest Group Chat with Annie & Jayden at 8:30, only on Nickelodeon USA! Check out the trailer below!:

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In the brand new Young Dylan episode "Flowers," after failing to get approval to go to the school dance, Rebecca (Celina Smith) tells her date that she can’t go because her grandmother has died, a lie that leads to a series of misunderstandings within the family.

More Nick: Tyler Perry’s ‘Young Dylan’ Scores Nickelodeon’s Biggest Live +3 Lifts In Three Years!

Originally published: Sunday, June 14, 2020.

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"Where I Start" Performed by Susie Carmichael | Rugrats | NickRewind

"Where I Start" Performed by Susie Carmichael | Rugrats | NickRewind

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Sing it, Susie!

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Ready, Set, Slime! GameMill Entertainment Announces 'Nickelodeon Kart Racers 2: Grand Prix', Coming October 2020

READY, SET, SLIME! GAMEMILL ENTERTAINMENT ANNOUNCES NICKELODEON KART RACERS 2: GRAND PRIX, COMING OCTOBER 2020

Race as your favorite Nickelodeon characters in online and local multiplayer action on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation®4 & Xbox One

MINNEAPOLIS – June 12, 2020 – GameMill Entertainment has announced Nickelodeon Kart Racers 2: Grand Prix, a new kart racing video game jam-packed with Nickelodeon’s most beloved icons, coming to Nintendo Switch, PlayStation®4 and Xbox One this October. Developed by Bamtang Games, this action-packed sequel expands on the original Nickelodeon Kart Racers with even more characters and tracks inspired by Nickelodeon’s fan-favorite universes, as well as improved visuals and online multiplayer for up to eight players.

Nickelodeon Kart Racers 2: Grand Prix lets you create the ultimate team with the largest roster of Nickelodeon characters in a kart racing game yet. Choose from 30 playable racers, including dance and music sensation JoJo Siwa, SpongeBob SquarePants, the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Korra of The Legend of Korra, Invader Zim, Hey Arnold!, the Rugrats crew, Lincoln of The Loud House and many, many more. Assemble a pit crew from any of over 70 bonus Nickelodeon characters and deck your kart out with parts inspired by their beloved shows.

Compete on 28 new and reimagined tracks (as well as two brand-new battle arenas), fill your slime bar to pull off jumps and more across a variety of game modes, and go up against your friends in four-player local split-screen and eight-player online races!

For more information on Nickelodeon Kart Racers 2: Grand Prix, visit www.NickKartRacers.com.

Nickelodeon Kart Racers 2 (Announce Trailer) | GameMill Entertainment

Nickelodeon fans watch out! Nickelodeon Kart Racers 2: Grand Prix is racing onto your consoles this October! Assemble the ultimate team! Choose between 30 racers across your favorite Nickelodeon series and combine with your ultimate pit crew from over 70 different crew members. Challenge friends online or in local multiplayer across 28 slime-filled tracks! Pre-order now and get slimed this fall!
About GameMill Entertainment

GameMill Entertainment, located in Minneapolis, Minnesota, is a third-party publisher of casual games for the mass market consumer. Development platforms include PC, Nintendo Switch, Microsoft consoles including the Xbox One video game and entertainment system, and Sony consoles including the PlayStation®4 computer entertainment system, and mobile devices. With development across the globe, GameMill is a source of entertaining and fun games for all ages. For more information, please visit https://gamemill.com.

About Nickelodeon

Nickelodeon, now in its 41st 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 ViacomCBS Inc. (Nasdaq: VIACA, VIAC).

About Maximum Games

Maximum Games is a top 20 full-service publisher and curator of quality games across all major platforms and global markets. The company is dedicated to its never-ending pursuit to bring unique gameplay experiences to consumers worldwide through strategic partnerships and a hands-on approach to publishing, marketing and distribution. For more information, visit www.maximumgames.com.

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Playable characters are: JoJo Siwa, SpongeBob SquarePants, Patrick Star, Squidward Tentacles and Sandy Cheeks from SpongeBob SquarePants, Lincoln Loud, Lucy Loud and Clyde McBride from The Loud House, Raphael, Michelangelo, Leonardo, Donatello and Shredder from Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, CatDog, Tommy Pickles, Chuckie Finster, Angelica Pickles and Reptar from Rugrats, Danny Phantom, Arnold Shortman, Gerald Johanssen and Helga Pataki from Hey Arnold!, Aang from Avatar: The Last Airbender, Korra from The Legend of Korra, Ren and Stimpy, ZIM and GIR from Invader ZIM, and Rocko and Heffer from Rocko's Modern Life.

More Nick: 'SpongeBob SquarePants: Battle for Bikini Bottom - Rehydrated' Releases June 23, 2020!

Originally published: Friday, June 12, 2020 at 19:43 BST.

Press release via GoNintendo; Additional source: Gamasutra.

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