Nickelodeon is Reviving RUGRATS as an Animated Series and a Live-Action Film
If you grew up with the Rugrats in your life, I've got some cool news for you! Nickelodeon and Paramount Pictures are reviving the franchise. There's going to be a new animated series that has already received a 26-episode order and they are also developing a live-action feature film!
Deadline explains that both the TV series and the movie will include "new adventures with the famous characters Tommy, Chuckie, Phil, Lil, Susie and Angelica, and will also introduce a new world of characters." it will follow their day-to-day lives that became adventures in their imaginations.
Original series creators Arlene Klasky, Gábor Csupó and Paul Germain be coming back to executive producer the series and production on it is already underway.
As for the Rugrats movie, it will be written by David Goodman and it already has been given a release date of November 13th, 2020. it's going to be really interesting to see how they handle this movie when bringing these baby and toddler characters to life.
Sarah Levy, COO, Viacom Media Networks; and Interim President, Nickelodeon had this to say in a statement:
"Rugrats is hands-down one of the most celebrated cartoons in TV history, and we are thrilled for a whole new audience to meet these iconic characters in brand-new adventures. What was true in 1991 when the original show premiered is still true today: kids are fascinated with the world of babies. We can’t wait for today’s kids to meet Tommy, Chuckie and pals."
Brian Robbins, President of Paramount Players, added:
"Now feels like the ideal time to reintroduce this iconic cast of characters to a whole new generation of young fans. Kids who grew up with Tommy Pickles and the Rugrats crew will now be able to share that experience with their own children."
What do you think about this big Rugrats revival series and film? Are you excited to see the franchise make a comeback?
