Cartoons

Congressman Calls Out Warner Bros. For Scrapping Movies
Warner Bros. is reversing its decision to scrap ‘Coyote vs. Acme’ for a tax write-off.

New ‘Garfield’ Movie Starring Chris Pratt and Samuel L. Jackson is Coming in 2024
Hide your lasagna, a new Garfield is coming.

‘Simpsons’ Producer Says Homer Will Never Stop Strangling Bart
There were some rumors the long-running gag was axed.

Where to Watch Your Favorite Peanuts Movies & Specials
It is almost time to watch ‘A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving!’

Godzilla’s Best Non-Movie ’70s Appearances
In the late 1970s, after the first wave of Godzilla movies ended, there were still plenty of other fun outlets where fans could enjoy the King of the Monsters: toys, models, cartoons, records and even a Marvel Comics series.

‘The Smurfs’ Turn 65 & We Look At Their Lasting Impact on Pop Culture
The little blue woodland creatures have been around since 1958!

Do You Remember ‘The Flintstones’ Halloween Special Featuring an ‘Addams Family’ Member’s Voice?
The Flintstones and Rubbles meet Rockula and Frankenstone.

House of Mouse: Collecting The Wonderful World Of Disneyana
The magical animated world Walt Disney created turns 100 today!

Former Penthouse of Arthur Rankin Jr. of Rankin/Bass Productions Up For Sale
Plus, hear a story and see photos from Rankin/Bass historian Rick Goldschmidt, who once visited Arthur in the penthouse.

Creepiest & Grooviest Villains from ‘Scooby-Doo, Where Are You!’
Kids first tuned in to see Scooby and the gang on September 13, 1969.

Wondery & Dr. Seuss Team Up For New Podcast Series
Dr. Suess Enterprises and the Amazon-owned podcast Wondery releasing new content.

Woody Woodpecker Is Coming to MeTV’s ‘Saturday Morning Cartoons’
Classic animated shorts starring the mischievous cartoon bird with the iconic laugh — as well as his colorful cast of pals from Walter Lantz Productions, including Andy Panda and penguin Chilly Willy — will be spotlighted in the hourlong block ‘Woody Woodpecker and Friends.’

Betty Boop Made Her Debut On This Day in 1930
Revisit the history of the famous and darling Betty Boop.

Yabba-Dabba-Doo! A New ‘Flintstones’ Reboot & A Look at All of the Spin-offs & Remakes
The beloved 1960s Hanna-Barbera cartoon is getting an adult makeover.

Celebrating Popeye the Sailor Man’s 90 Years in Animation!
Toot, Toot! The spinach eating sailor, Popeye, turns 90 (July 14, 2023). Expert Fred M. Grandinetti shares the history of this beloved comic icon and his pals.

Disney+ Adds Classic Shorts in Honor of the Disney 100 Celebration
Disney is still celebrating Disney 100!

Lasagna Loving Cat Garfield First Debuted on This Day in 1978
Put a birthday candle on a piece of lasagna because it is Garfield’s birthday!

Over 20 Newly Restored Classic Disney Animated Shorts Coming to Disney+
With titles spanning 1927 to 1961 — featuring iconic characters like Mickey Mouse, as well as forgotten ones like Oswald the Lucky Rabbit — the collection of shorts will be rolled out in monthly batches leading up to Disney’s 100th anniversary in October 2023.

Move Over Mickey Mouse, It Is Donald Duck Day
Every year on June 9th, we celebrate Donald Duck Day in honor of his very first appearance in 1934.

‘Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse’ Takes Theaters by Storm!
What makes Spider-Man so appealing that his character has been a pillar of pop culture for decades?

National Cartoonist Day Was Inspired by “The Yellow Kid”
Celebrate the joy of comic strips and cartoons on National Cartoonist Day!

Disney Channel Turns 40, How Well Do You Know the Shows?
Test your knowledge of the shows that were big hits on the Disney Channel with our quiz

Al Jaffee MAD Magazine Cartoonist Dead at Age 102
Long time cartoonist for ‘Mad Magazine’ and many other publications has passed away

All the ‘Looney Tunes’ & ‘Merrie Melodies’ Cartoons Airing in TCM’s Warner Bros. Celebration
TCM is devoting its April 2023 schedule entirely to Warner Bros. to mark the studio’s centennial, including airing some of its famed animated shorts each day. Find out when faves like ‘One Froggy Evening,’ ‘What’s Opera, Doc?’ and more are on.