Nickelodeon Set to Air 'Nickelodeon’s NFL Wild Card Game Live from Bikini Bottom' on Saturday, Jan. 11

NICKELODEON AND CBS SPORTS SET FOR NICKELODEON’S NFL WILD CARD GAME LIVE FROM BIKINI BOTTOM WHEN THE CHARGERS FACE THE TEXANS ON SATURDAY, JAN. 11, AT 4:30 PM ET

Slime-filled Wild Card Weekend Alternate Telecast to Feature SpongeBob SquarePants and Patrick Star Reprising Roles in the Booth, Alongside CBS Sports’ Nate Burleson, in Game Set in Bikini Bottom

Nickelodeon’s NFL Wild Card Game Live from Bikini Bottom to Also Include Fan-Favorite Characters Featured Across Paramount’s Portfolio

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Nickelodeon and CBS Sports’ special Slime-filled alternate telecast during the NFL’s Wild Card Weekend will feature the Los Angeles Chargers taking on the Houston Texans during Nickelodeon’s NFL Wild Card Game Live from Bikini Bottom on Saturday, Jan. 11, at 4:30 PM (ET). The special presentation will transport viewers back to SpongeBob SquarePants’ colorful undersea home with enhanced Nick-ified graphics, advanced augmented reality and appearances by fan-favorite characters featured across Paramount’s portfolio. Nickelodeon’s NFL Wild Card Game Live from Bikini Bottom will air alongside CBS Sports’ broadcast of the game on The CBS Television Network, and is one of six games during Wild Card Weekend across Saturday, Sunday and Monday.

Following their debut in Super Bowl LVIII Live from Bikini Bottom, an animated SpongeBob SquarePants (voiced by Tom Kenny) and Patrick Star (voiced by Bill Fagerbakke) will reprise their roles in the virtual booth. The duo will be joined by CBS Sports analyst Nate Burleson, with Sandy Cheeks (voiced by Carolyn Lawrence) and NFL Slimetime’s Dylan Schefter reporting live on the sidelines. Nickelodeon’s beloved Latina explorer Dora (voiced by Diana Zermeño) returns to explain the rules and penalty calls during the game.

In addition to the denizens of Bikini Bottom and celebrity fish, Nickelodeon’s NFL Wild Card Game Live from Bikini Bottom will also showcase appearances by iconic characters featured across Paramount’s portfolio, including: Megatron and Optimus Prime (Transformers One); Arnold and Helga (Hey Arnold!); Cat and Dog (CatDog); Sonic, Tails, Knuckles and Shadow (Sonic the Hedgehog 3); the Loud family (The Loud House); Tiny Chef (The Tiny Chef Show); Wanda and Cosmo (The Faily OddParents: A New Wish); Reptar, Chuckie and Tommy (Rugrats); and many more.

Nickelodeon’s NFL Wild Card Game Live from Bikini Bottom will also include: hijinks throughout the game from a group of “Wild Cod,” paying homage to classic NFL superfans; the return of the iconic Submarine Blimp, fully equipped to Slime the crowd around the stadium; Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, who will appear on the field to launch pizzas to the crowd; a PAW Patrol-themed “SkyeCam”; brand-new end zone clam cannons that fire Slime, chum, Krabby Patties and more; and an exclusive sneak peek of Henry Danger The Movie during halftime. The production will continue to showcase one-of-a-kind content and Nick-themed elements throughout, including surprise guest appearances, original on-field graphics, virtual filters, and more for kids and families.

Ahead of the game, fans can dive into Nickelodeon's NFL Wild Card Game Live from Bikini Bottom by visiting Nick.com/NVP to vote for which player they think SpongeBob and Patrick should pick to receive the NVP award.

Following Nickelodeon's NFL Wild Card Game Live from Bikini Bottom, Nickelodeon will invite fans to join Nate Burleson, SpongeBob SquarePants, Patrick Star, Sandy Cheeks and Dylan Schefter, along with fan-favorite Nick stars, to relive the craziest and Slimiest NFL Wild Card moments in Bikini Bottom Breakdown: NFL Wild Card, premiering Wednesday, Jan. 15, at 8 p.m. (ET/PT). The hour-long special follows a Wild Card-themed episode of the weekly NFL series NFL Slimetime, airing at 7:30 p.m. (ET/PT) on Nickelodeon.

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This season’s NFL Wild Card telecast on Nickelodeon will mark CBS Sports’ and Nickelodeon’s sixth family-friendly collaboration on an NFL game – and third NFL Wild Card game. It follows up Super Bowl LVIII Live from Bikini Bottom, the historic Sports Emmy Award-winning alternate telecast of the Super Bowl, which was the first of its kind.

The Nickelodeon’s NFL Wild Card Game Live from Bikini Bottom will be streamed on mobile devices with NFL+. CBS Sports’ telecast will also be streamed across digital devices via Paramount+, the CBS Sports app and NFL digital properties.

The Nickelodeon’s NFL Wild Card Game Live from Bikini Bottom is produced by CBS Sports in association with Nickelodeon Productions. Harold Bryant serves as executive producer of THE NFL ON CBS, and CBS Sports’ Shawn Robbins is coordinating producer of the game. Production for Nickelodeon is overseen by Ashley Kaplan, executive vice president, Nickelodeon & Awesomeness Unscripted & Digital Franchise Studio; Paul J Medford, vice president of unscripted current series; Luke Wahl, vice president of unscripted creative; and Jennifer Bryson, vice president of production, tentpoles, events & music & specials.

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Update (1/10) - Nickelodeon has hinted that Jimmy Neutron, Rocko and Heffer from Rocko's Modern Life, and The Smurfs will feature during Nickelodeon’s NFL Wild Card Game Live from Bikini Bottom!

Classic Rugrats Comic Strip for January 11, 2025 | Nickelodeon

Classic Rugrats Comic Strip for January 11, 2025 | Nickelodeon

Stream the classic Rugrats series on Paramount+! Try it FREE at ParamountPlus.com!

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

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

Read more Rugrats comic strips!: https://www.creators.com/features/rugrats

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Tuesday, January 7, 2025

12:56 a.m. on Nick Jr. Channel - Baby Shark's Big Show! - The Power Swap/Shore Square: (#3.)

9:00 p.m. on Nick Jr. Channel - The Tiny Chef Show - Nopales Tacos / Sloppy Joes: (#3.)

Wednesday, January 8, 2025

12:56 a.m. on Nick Jr. Channel - Baby Shark's Big Show! - Blizz's Big Bite/Friend of a Friend: (#3.)

3:01 a.m. on Paramount+: Blippi's Big Dino Adventure, Blippi's Out-of-this-World Space Adventure, Blippi's Wonderful World Tour

7:00 p.m. - Max & the Midknights - A Vial of Valor: Max & the Midknights go to Fendra’s cottage to retrieve Sir Gadabout’s stolen courage. Once inside the cottage, Millie makes a surprising discovery, but their search for Sir Gababout’s courage is interrupted when Fendra returns home. (#109)

7:30 p.m. - NFL Slimetime - Week 18: Join Nate Burleson, Young Dylan, Dylan Schefter and Mia Burleson to see NFL highlights, interviews, and game picks as you've never seen them before. Most of all, find out which player takes home the slimiest trophy in sports, the NVP. (#418)

Thursday, January 9, 2025

12:56 a.m. on Nick Jr. Channel - Baby Shark's Big Show! - Daddy's Favorite/The Goldie Standard: The Sharks compete in a gameshow to decide which of them is Daddy's favorite. / Goldie attempts to win over a fishy who isn't her biggest fan. (#3.)

Friday, January 10, 2025

12:56 a.m. on Nick Jr. Channel - Baby Shark's Big Show! - The Nice Off/Substitute Toothfish Fairy: Shadow and Aggie learn to be nice. / The Toothfish Fairy asks Daddy Shark to take her place. (#3.)

Saturday, January 11, 2025

12:56 a.m. on Nick Jr. Channel - Baby Shark's Big Show! - The William Manta Show/The Musical Mystery: William hosts his very own TV show. / Chucks and Ezra set out to find a special song. (#3.)

2:30 p.m. - Nick Flicks: Trolls: After the Bergens invade Troll Village, Poppy (Anna Kendrick), the happiest Troll ever born, and the overly-cautious, curmudgeonly Branch (Justin Timberlake) set off on a journey to rescue her friends. Their mission is full of adventure and mishaps, as this mismatched duo try to tolerate each other long enough to get the job done. 2016 • Adventure • Animated • Children • Fantasy • Musical comedy • Nickelodeon Network Premiere

4:30 p.m. ET/1:30 p.m. PT - Nickelodeon’s NFL Wild Card Game Live from Bikini Bottom: The NFL is diving back down to Bikini Bottom! Join Nate Burleson, SpongeBob SquarePants, Patrick Star, Sandy Cheeks, and Dylan Schefter along with a wave of famous characters from the Nickelodeon universe for some slime-filled Wild Card game fun. Teams: Los Angeles Chargers vs. Houston Texans. Half Time Show: Henry Danger The Movie Sneak Peek

7:30 p.m. - The Thundermans: Undercover - Thundercover: Max (Jack Griffo) and Phoebe (Kira Kosarin) bring Chloe (Maya Le Clark) on an undercover mission in a new town, so she can experience life as a normal kid. (#101; sneak peek)

Sunday, January 12, 2025

12:56 a.m. on Nick Jr. Channel - Baby Shark's Big Show! - Meet the Wub Wubs/Invinci-bubble: William loves a new band called Wub Wubs, but Baby doesn't like them. / Baby tries to stay safe by living inside a bubble. (#3.)

The Big Bang Theory on Nick@Nite

Monday, January 6, 2025 at 12:00 a.m. - The Weekend Vortex: Sheldon plans a video game marathon with the guys instead of attending a birthday party for Amy's aunt. (#519.)

Monday, January 6, 2025 at 12:30 a.m. - The Transporter Malfunction: When Penny buys Leonard and Sheldon "Star Trek" collectibles, Sheldon finds himself haunted by Mr. Spock; after a blind date, Raj believes he has met his future wife. (#520.)

Monday, January 6, 2025 at 1:00 a.m. - The Hawking Excitation: When Wolowitz works with Stephen Hawking, Sheldon is determined to meet the famous scientist. (#521.)

Monday, January 6, 2025 at 1:35 a.m. - The Stag Convergence: Knowledge of Howard's sexual history makes Bernadette reconsider their future together. (#522.)

Monday, January 6, 2025 at 2:09 a.m. - The Launch Acceleration: Wedding plans are jeopardized when NASA reschedules Howard's mission; Leonard says something in the bedroom that surprises Penny. (#523.)

Tuesday, January 7, 2025 at 12:00 a.m. - The Countdown Reflection: The gang tries to help Wolowitz and Bernadette get married before the space launch. (#524; season five finale.)

Tuesday, January 7, 2025 at 12:30 a.m. - The Date Night Variable: Raj faces his loneliness when his friends are out on dates; while in space, Wolowitz gets drawn into a fight between Bernadette and his mom. (#601; season six premiere)

Tuesday, January 7, 2025 at 1:00 a.m. - The Decoupling Fluctuation: Sheldon tries to intervene when he learns that Penny is thinking about breaking up with Leonard; Howard is picked on. (#602.)

Tuesday, January 7, 2025 at 1:30 a.m. - The Higgs Boson Observation: Amy feels threatened by Sheldon's new assistant; Wolowitz starts to feel the pressures of being in space. (#603.)

Wednesday, January 8, 2025 at 12:00 a.m. - The Re-Entry Minimization: Wolowitz's return from space isn't all he expected; game night becomes a gender war. (#604.)

Wednesday, January 8, 2025 at 12:30 a.m. - The Holographic Excitation: The gang heads to Stuart's comic book store to celebrate Halloween; Leonard uses science to seduce Penny. (#605; Halloween special.)

Wednesday, January 8, 2025 at 1:00 a.m. - The Extract Obliteration: A game threatens Sheldon's relationship with Stephen Hawking; Penny secretly signs up for a college class. (#606.)

Wednesday, January 8, 2025 at 1:30 a.m. - The Habitation Configuration: Bernadette wants Wolowitz to move out of his mom's house; Sheldon is caught in the middle of Amy and Wil Wheaton's argument. (#607.)

Thursday, January 9, 2025 at 12:00 a.m. - The 43 Peculiarity: Raj and Howard try to figure out why Sheldon disappears at 2:45 every afternoon; jealousy arises in Penny and Leonard's relationship. (#608.)

Thursday, January 9, 2025 at 12:30 a.m. - The Parking Spot Escalation: Sheldon and Wolowitz's fight over a parking spot at the university impacts the whole gang. (#609.)

Thursday, January 9, 2025 at 1:00 a.m. - The Fish Guts Displacement: When Amy gets sick, Sheldon tries to nurse her back to health; Wolowitz and his father-in-law plan a fishing trip. (#610.)

Friday, January 10, 2025 at 12:00 a.m. - The Egg Salad Equivalency: When Sheldon is accused of sexual harassment, he ends up getting Raj, Leonard and Wolowitz in trouble. (#612.)

Friday, January 10, 2025 at 12:30 a.m. - The Bakersfield Expedition: As the guys don costumes and go on a road trip to a comic book convention, the ladies decide to stay home and try to interpret a comic book. (#613.)

Friday, January 10, 2025 at 1:00 a.m. - The Cooper/Kripke Inversion: Sheldon faces a crisis of confidence when he is forced to work with his nemesis, Barry Kripke; Raj and Howard buy expensive action figures of themselves. (#614.)

Friday, January 10, 2025 at 1:30 a.m. - The Spoiler Alert Segmentation: A fight between Sheldon and Leonard impacts Amy and Penny's living arrangements; while Howard is away, Raj helps Mrs. Wolowitz out. (#615.)

Saturday, January 11, 2025 at 12:00 a.m. - The Tangible Affection Proof: The guys search for a perfect Valentine's Day gift for their significant others; Stuart and Raj host a "lonely people" party at the comic book store. (#616; Valentine's Day special.)

Saturday, January 11, 2025 at 12:30 a.m. - The Monster Isolation: After a bad date, Koothrappali decides to never leave his apartment; Penny's acting skills impress Sheldon. (#617.)

Saturday, January 11, 2025 at 1:00 a.m. - The Contractual Obligation Implementation: Leonard, Sheldon and Wolowitz talk to junior high girls about science-related careers; Raj plans a date with Lucy. (#618.)

Saturday, January 11, 2025 at 1:30 a.m. - The Closet Reconfiguration: Howard considers whether or not he should open a letter from his father; Penny and Leonard host a "grown-up" cocktail party. (#619.)

Sunday, January 12, 2025 at 12:00 a.m. - The Closure Alternative: Amy tries to help Sheldon get over his compulsive need for closure when one of his favorite TV shows is canceled; Raj discovers a secret about Lucy. (#621.)

Sunday, January 12, 2025 at 12:30 a.m. - The Proton Resurgence: Leonard and Sheldon hire the host (Bob Newhart) of their favorite childhood TV show to perform; Bernadette and Howard run into trouble while dog-sitting for Raj's pet. (#622.)

Sunday, January 12, 2025 at 1:00 a.m. - The Love Spell Potential: Amy and Sheldon's relationship takes a surprising turn during a game of "Dungeons & Dragons"; Lucy and Koothrappali have an awkward date. (#623.)

Sunday, January 12, 2025 at 1:35 a.m. - The Bon Voyage Reaction: When Leonard receives an exciting opportunity to work overseas, Penny and Sheldon are thrown for a loop. (#624; season six finale)

Monday, January 13, 2025 at 12:00 a.m. - The Hofstadter Insufficiency: Sheldon and Penny share secrets while Leonard is away; Wolowitz helps Raj get over his ex. (#701.)

Monday, January 13, 2025 at 12:30 a.m. - The Deception Verification: Leonard and Sheldon's friendship is tested; Wolowitz's relationship with his mom causes a threat to his masculinity. (#702.)

Monday, January 13, 2025 at 1:00 a.m. - The Scavenger Vortex: Raj designs a scavenger hunt that brings out the best -- and the worst -- in the whole gang. (#703.)

Monday, January 13, 2025 at 1:35 a.m. - The Raiders Minimization: Sheldon wants revenge after Amy ruins one of his favorite films; Leonard finds a way to get Penny to do anything; Stuart and Raj make online dating profiles. (#704.)

Monday, January 13, 2025 at 2:09 a.m. - The Workplace Proximity: Sheldon and Amy's relationship is tested when she takes a job at his university; a fight with Bernadette leaves Howard sleeping on Raj's couch. (#705.)

Monday, January 13, 2025 at 2:44 a.m. - The Romance Resonance: Sheldon's latest scientific breakthrough leaves him feeling like a fraud; a romantic gesture between Howard and Bernadette causes Penny to up her game with Leonard. (#706.)

Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at 12:00 a.m. - The Proton Displacement: When Professor Proton asks Leonard for help with an experiment, Sheldon retaliates by befriending Proton's rival, Bill Nye.

Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at 12:30 a.m. - The Itchy Brain Simulation: When a mistake comes to light, Sheldon makes Leonard walk a mile in his shoes; Penny decides to confront Raj's ex.

Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at 1:00 a.m. - The Thanksgiving Decoupling: When the gang decides to spend Thanksgiving at Mrs. Wolowitz's house, Sheldon protests; Leonard and Penny deal with an error from her past. (Thanksgiving special)

Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at 1:30 a.m. - The Discovery Dissipation: Amy and Leonard try to help Sheldon deal with his shame; Raj stays with Bernadette and Howard for a week.

Additional Programming Notes

Movie Madness

Nickelodeon's Movie Madness brings the biggest movies to you, every Friday at 7:00 p.m. (ET/PT) all month long, only on Nickelodeon! Showing this January is: Hotel Transylvania: Transformania, Shrek, The Croods: A New Age, Sing (1/3), and the brand new Henry Danger: The Movie (1/17)!

Big Movies with Tiny Chef

Every Tuesday night, Tiny Chef is serving up something big on the Nick Jr. channel - it's Big Movies with Tiny Chef! Feast on your favorite hits as your host serves up some tasty treats. Tune into Big Movies with Tiny Chef, every Tuesday evening at 7:00 p.m. (ET/PT) on the Nick Jr. channel! Showing this January is: Sing, Shrek, Trolls, and PAW Patrol: The Movie.

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Nickelodeon UK to Take Viewers to 'Planet Lulin' In January 2025

Nickelodeon UK & Ireland will premiere Planet Lulin, a brand new Australian coming-of-age comedy drama series about a sparky pre-teen girl whose alien powers suddenly kick in, making her the target of hostile intergalactic invaders, on Saturday 11th January 2025 at 10:30am! Following launch, fans can catch new episodes weekends at 10:30am on Nick UK & Eire, with each episode replaying the same day at 6:00pm.

Twelve-year-old Lulin is living her best undercover alien life in the small Aussie 'burb of Bogger's Marsh. That is, until her Astoradian powers kick in and start creating chaos.

In Planet Lulin, twelve-year-old Lulin’s going through some little green changes – that’s what happens when you have a human dad and an extra-terrestrial mum. But those little green changes are getting in the way of her success in SCI-BOG, the school science competition.

Lulin’s dad, Ken, and her extra-terrestrial grandma, Ezme, try to help, but Lulin’s the first ever human-Astoradian. No one knows what’s going to happen next; especially not with her powers!

With her pals Henri and Spider by her side, Lulin’s doing her best to rise to the challenge of SCI-BOG, but it’s not that easy when she’s blasting energy waves from her fingers, oozing green slime and getting scorch marks instead of pimples. On top of all that, intergalactic invaders are trying to track her down and send her to a void outside of the universe!

A vibrant, funny, live-action series for school-aged kids, Planet Lulin (formally titled F.A.N.G (From a Nearby Galaxy)) explores universal themes of self-discovery and belonging while navigating the cosmic shifts of adolescence and growing up.

Planet Lulin stars Nina Gallas as Lulin, Uma Dumais as Henri, Max Turner as Spider, Cassie Robb as Bestro, Carlee Clements as Verjonica, Sasha Mandler as Maddison, George Rayais (George Rayias) as Addison, Jonathan Tsembas as Javin, Bayanne Gardner (Chambray; credited as Rayanne Gardner), Bailey Mu as Tybalt, Billie Spiteri as Young Xtine, Mackenzie Takano, Lisa McCune as Esme, Kevin Hofbauer as Ken, Zachary Ruane as Mr. Shantell, Carissa Lee as Principal Cruz, Don Bridges as Old Man McFoggerty, Oliver Clark as Zborking Tourist, and Marta Kaczmarek as Beryl.

Planet Lulin episode guide:

 

Sucked In: Lulin's astrawave powers arrive with a bang, blowing up her team's science project, and her friend, Spider, gets eaten by a giant alien plant.

Countdown: Lulin misuses her new powers to speed everything up on Astoradian New Year's Day.

It Came From The Bog: A scavenger hunt turns into a monster hunt when Lulin starts to slime and is mistaken for the fabled Boggy Beast.

The Truth Is Really Out There: When Alpha Squad's diorama is destroyed and Lulin is found at the scene of the crime, Lulin investigates to clear her name.

Take Over: SCI-BOG teams must create an AI device. Jealous of Alpha Squad's AI Mirror, Lulin messes with The Ctrl Zed's AI Bin, creating an AI overlord that can zbork things to another dimension.

Double the Trouble: Lulin accidentally clones herself and her clone joins the Alpha Squad.

Hair Raiser: Lulin attempts to find a secret extraterrestrial garden to help fix her shocking vertical rainbow hair.

Space Zits: When Lulin breaks out in scorch marks, she hides them with an intergalactic charm that also gives her a huge ego.

Zborked: Lulin accidentally merges her finger with a red waveoid and zborks her friends and family to another dimension. Lulin asks Bestro for help, but the look-alike, annoying Megahed invader Primo takes her place.

The Void: When Primo opens the Void at SCI-BOG finals, Lulin must draw power from deep inside to save her family and herself and put everything she has on the line.

Planet Lulin Credits:

Creator: Melanie Sano

Director: Craig Irvin, Sarah Hickey, Nina Buxton

Producer: Pennie Brown, Antje Kulpe, Moody Street Kids & Princess Pictures

Executive Producer: Gillian Car, Emma Fitzsimons

Writer: Melanie Sano, Jessica Paine, Michael Drake, Megan Palinkas, Vidya Rajan

Dir. of Photography: Paul Hughes

Composer: Amelia Barden

Editor: Geoff Hitchins, Daniela Raulli

Production Designer: Robert Perkins

Production Company: Princess Pictures Holdings Pty Ltd and Moody Street Kids Pty Ltd

Genres: Format, Kids, Comedy, Family, Sci-Fi

Episodes: HD 10 x 30'

Distributor: ABC Commercial (International Sales)

Production Completion: 2023

Screen Australia Supported

Official ABC press release:

Planet Lulin Blasts Off to the UK: ABC Commercial Lands Sci-Fi Comedy Hit on Nickelodeon UK

Produced by Moody Street Kids and Princess Pictures, Planet Lulin is joining the Nickelodeon UK lineup across Sky, Virgin Media, and TalkTalk Plus TV. In Ireland, the channel is available on Virgin Media Ireland, Eir TV, and Sky Ireland.

Set to charm 7-12 year-olds across the UK and Ireland, the live-action series is a coming-of-age story about a sparky pre-teen girl named Lulin who is going through some little green changes – that’s what happens when you have a human dad and an extra-terrestrial mum. Lulin’s dad, Ken, and her extra-terrestrial grandma, Ezme, try to help, but Lulin is the first ever human-Astoradian. No one knows what will happen next; especially not with her powers! A vibrant, funny, live-action series, Planet Lulin explores universal themes of self-discovery and belonging while navigating the cosmic shifts of adolescence and growing up.

Planet Lulin launched on ABC TV in 2023 and has won over local fans with its zany, colourful sci-fi premise, earning a nomination for the Best Direction in a Children’s Series at the Australian Directors’ Guild Awards 2024.

The series also brings together a stellar creative team, created by writer Melanie Sano (Neighbours, Larry the Wonderpup) and directed by Craig Irvin (Nowhere Boys), Sarah Hickey (Crazy Fun Park) and Nina Buxton (Paper Dolls).

“We are excited to have Nickelodeon UK on board our gorgeous little series, the perfect home for heart and comedy” says Gillian Carr, MD of Moody Street Kids.

Louise Bucknole, General Manager, Kids & Family, Paramount, UK & Ireland said: “Fun and engaging with the important theme of self-discovery at its heart, Planet Lulin is a wonderful addition to our comedy lineup on Nickelodeon and we’re excited to bring it to viewers in the UK and Ireland.”

"The ABC is committed to producing world-class children’s content and Planet Lulin is a wonderful example of our dedication to creative storytelling. Planet Lulin is a colourful and imaginative series that has captivated young audiences in Australia. Its quirky characters and intergalactic world have taken viewers on an out-of-this-world experience, making it a stand-out in the children’s television landscape,” says Karen Quinn, Manager, Content Sales, ABC Commercial. “We’re thrilled that Nickelodeon UK has recognised the show’s potential and look forward to sharing this unique Australian production with audiences across The United Kingdom and Northern Ireland”.

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Originally published: December 19, 2024.

Sources: C21Media, Apple TV+ Australia, Screen Australia, TV Tonight, Señal News, TV Kids (II).

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Sam and Jay Are Forced to Cover When Mark Demands to Meet the Silent Investor In Jay's Restaurant, On 'Ghosts', Thursday, Jan. 30

SAM AND JAY ARE FORCED TO COVER WHEN MARK DEMANDS TO MEET THE SILENT INVESTOR IN JAY’S RESTAURANT, ON GHOSTS, THURSDAY, JAN. 30

“The Not-So-Silent Partner” – Sam and Jay are forced to cover when Mark demands to meet the silent investor in Jay’s restaurant who has been holding up construction, on the CBS Original series GHOSTS, Thursday, Jan. 30 (8:30-9:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network, and streaming on Paramount+ (live and on demand for Paramount+ with SHOWTIME subscribers, or on demand for Paramount+ Essential subscribers the day after the episode airs)*. Try Paramount+ for FREE at ParamountPlus.com.

WRITTEN BY: Emily Schmidt

DIRECTED BY: Heather Jack

PRODUCTION CODE: #GHO410

NEXT EPISODE: Thorapy 2: Abandonment Issues (Feb. 6 at 8:30PM; #GHO411)

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*Paramount+ with SHOWTIME subscribers will have access to stream live via the live feed of their local CBS affiliate on the service, as well as on demand. Paramount+ Essential subscribers will not have the option to stream live, but will have access to on-demand the day after the episode airs.

ABOUT GHOSTS:

GHOSTS is a single-camera comedy about Samantha and Jay, a cheerful freelance journalist and up-and-coming chef from the city, respectively, who threw both caution and money to the wind when they decided to convert Woodstone Mansion, which Sam inherited, into a bed & breakfast – only to find it was inhabited by the many spirits of deceased residents who now call it home. The departed souls are a close-knit, eclectic group that includes a saucy Prohibition-era lounge singer (Danielle Pinnock); a pompous 18th-century militiaman (Brandon Scott Jones); a ‘60s hippie fond of hallucinogens (Sheila Carrasco); an overly upbeat ‘80s scout troop leader (Richie Moriarty); a cod-obsessed Viking explorer from 1009 (Devon Chandler Long); a slick ‘90s finance bro (Asher Grodman); a sarcastic and witty native from the 16th-century (Román Zaragoza); and a society woman and wife of a 19th-century robber baron who is Sam’s ancestor (Rebecca Wisocky), to name a few. The opening of the B&B has been a source of intrigue, anxiety and curiosity among the spirits, but they will gladly put up with the commotion as long as they can continue to interact with a living inhabitant.

ON AIR:

Thursdays (8:30-9:00 PM ET/PT)

ORIGINATION:

Montreal

FORMAT:

Comedy (Filmed in HD)

STARRING:

Rose McIver (Samantha)

Utkarsh Ambudkar (Jay)

Brandon Scott Jones (Isaac)

Richie Moriarty (Pete)

Danielle Pinnock (Alberta)

Asher Grodman (Trevor)

Román Zaragoza (Sasappis)

Sheila Carrasco (Flower)

Rebecca Wisocky (Hetty)

Devan Chandler Long (Thorfinn)

PRODUCED BY:

CBS Studios in association with Lionsgate Television and BBC Studios Los Angeles Productions

EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS:

Joe Port & Joe Wiseman, Mathew Baynton, Jim Howick, Simon Farnaby, Laurence Rickard, Ben Willbond and Martha Howe-Douglas; Alison Carpenter, Debra Hayward, and Alison Owen (Monumental Television); Angie Stephenson (BBC Studios); and Trent O’Donnell (pilot only)

OFFICIAL GHOSTS WEBSITE AND SOCIAL CHANNELS:

Website: https://www.cbs.com/shows/ghosts/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ghostscbs/

CBS X: https://x.com/GhostsCBS

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More Nick: Paramount Plus Expands Kids and Family Programming with New Slate of Films and Series from Nickelodeon Studios!

Originally published: January 11, 2025.

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Mandy Is Agitated When Georgie Butts In On Her New Job, On 'Georgie & Mandy's First Marriage', Thursday, Jan. 30

MANDY IS AGITATED WHEN GEORGIE BUTTS IN ON HER NEW JOB, ON GEORGIE & MANDY’S FIRST MARRIAGE, THURSDAY, JAN. 30

“Diet Crap” – Tensions rise when Georgie intrudes on Mandy’s new sales gig. Meanwhile, Audrey’s conflicted when Jim makes it a point not to coddle Connor, on GEORGIE & MANDY’S FIRST MARRIAGE, Thursday, Jan. 30 (8:00-8:30 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network, and streaming on Paramount+ (live and on-demand for Paramount+ with SHOWTIME subscribers, or on-demand for Paramount+ Essential subscribers the day after the episode airs)*. For a FREE trial of Paramount+, visit ParamountPlus.com.

STORY BY: Steve Holland & Rachel Intrieri

TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro & Connor Kilpatrick

DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

PRODUCTION CODE: #GAM108

NEXT EPISODE: A Tire Convention and the Moral High Ground (Feb. 6 at 8PM ET/PT; #GAM109)

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TRAILERS AND PHOTOS:

*Paramount+ with SHOWTIME subscribers will have access to stream live via the live feed of their local CBS affiliate on the service, as well as on-demand. Paramount+ Essential subscribers will not have the option to stream live, but will have access to on-demand the day after the episode airs.

ABOUT THE SHOW:

GEORGIE & MANDY’S FIRST MARRIAGE, the sequel to YOUNG SHELDON, follows Georgie (Montana Jordan) and Mandy (Emily Osment) as they raise their young family in Texas while navigating the challenges of adulthood, parenting and marriage.

STARRING:

Montana Jordan (Georgie)

Emily Osment (Mandy)

Rachel Bay Jones (Audrey)

Will Sasso (Jim)

Dougie Baldwin (Connor)

Jessie Prez (Ruben)

PRODUCED BY:

Chuck Lorre Productions, Inc., in association with Warner Bros. Television

EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS:

Chuck Lorre, Steven Molaro and Steve Holland

ORIGINATION:

Los Angeles

FORMAT:

Comedy (Filmed in HD)

SOCIAL MEDIA:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/YoungSheldonCBS

Instagram: @YoungSheldonCBS

Threads: @YoungSheldonCBS

TikTok: @YoungSheldonCBS

YouTube: @YoungSheldonCBS

CBS X: https://twitter.com/CBS

CBS PR X: https://twitter.com/CBSTweet

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Talking to Kids About the Los Angeles Wildfires: An Adult & Caregiver Guide by Nickelodeon

Natural disasters can leave kids feeling scared and uncertain. Nickelodeon has put together a document with some resources that will help parents and caregivers navigate conversations about natural disasters with their kids and ways to support the people and places in Los Angeles impacted by the wildfires. If you’re looking for help discussing the wildfires with your family, this guide is here to help. A downloadable and printable PDF version of this guide is available at NickelodeonParents.com.

TALKING TO KIDS ABOUT THE LOS ANGELES WILDFIRES: AN ADULT & CAREGIVER GUIDE

By Nickelodeon

Natural disasters can leave kids feeling scared and uncertain. Here are some resources that will help you navigate conversations about natural disasters with your kids and ways to support the people and places in Los Angeles impacted by the wildfires.

On January 7, 2025, wildfires broke out across Los Angeles county. Hundreds of thousands of residents have been forced to evacuate and tens of thousands of homes and buildings have been destroyed. The number of casualties is still unknown. While the extent of the devastation is yet to be seen, the impact is felt worldwide.

WANT TO HELP LOS ANGELES? HERE ARE SOME RESOURCES.

• Baby2Baby - Provides critical items to kids impacted by disasters and natural events
• Best Friends Animal Society - Offering help and support to local LA animal welfare organizations
• How to Help Victims of California Wildfires affecting Los Angeles County - CBS News
• Salvation Army Southern California Division - Providing aid for survivors
• World Central Kitchen - Providing hot meals to first responders and families

WANT TO LEARN MORE? NICKELODEON IS HERE TO HELP.

• Recovering from Wildfires - American Psychological Association
• Wildfires: What Parents Need to Know - American Academy of Pediatrics
• Wildfire Safety - American Red Cross
• 10 Wildfire Safety Tips to Keep Kids Safe - Save the Children
• Wildfire Safety Tips - UNICEF
• NickHelps.com for kids of all ages

TALKING TO KIDS ABOUT NATURAL DISASTERS: AN ADULT & CAREGIVER GUIDE

Having open conversations with your child about natural disasters can be essential to helping them understand and cope with tough events. When speaking, it is important to: 

1. Let them know they are safe and loved. Starting these conversations with affirmations of your love will help them feel safe and secure to share their thoughts, feelings, and concerns. It may also ease some of their immediate worry or anxiety about what they may have seen or heard.

2. Be their primary source of information. Start by asking what they already know and what questions they have. Use their feedback as a guide for the conversation. Provide them with age-appropriate information to help frame their understanding and feel more informed. Then, discuss your family’s values around kindness and empathy.

3. Be patient, compassionate, and attentive. One conversation may not be enough; they may need time to process the information and share their thoughts. Check-in with them over the next few days to see if any other questions or feelings have come up.

4. Reach for support. You may not have all the answers and that’s okay. You might also be navigating your own feelings. Look to resources from reputable sources, like the ones at the end of this article. If needed, reach out to your community of loved ones. Know that therapists and mental health professionals are trained to help you and your family.

TAKING ACTION AT HOME & IN YOUR COMMUNITY

Explore these activities and resources with your child and use them to take action, spread positivity, and show care.

● Build empathy: Help your child understand how others feel by reading books that highlight empathy and compassion for young readers. Ask your local librarian for recommendations, or check out this book list.

● Envision a brighter future: Talk to your child about their hopes for a brighter future. Listen to these kids share their vision of peace and unity. Then, create your own vision board that you can return to when you need hope and comfort.

● Practice self- and community-care: Look for ways you and your family can support those in your community who may be struggling. Check-in with or deliver a meal to family, friends, and neighbors. Remember, you and your child need care, too. Use this self-care checklist to explore calming actions that can help you both feel better. Deep (sea) breathing can also help create soothing moments together. 

WANT TO LEARN MORE? NICKELODEON IS HERE TO HELP.

• Talking with Kids about Disasters - American Academy of Pediatrics
• Talking to Kids about Natural Disasters - American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychology
• Helping Kids after a Natural Disaster - Tips for Parents and Educators - National Association of School Psychologists 

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Paramount Donates $1 Million to LA Fire Relief, Offers Cash Grants and Temporary Housing to Displaced Employees

Donations will be spread across the Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation, California Fire Foundation, Red Cross, Direct Relief, World Central Kitchen and Best Friends Animal Society

Credit: Mark J. Terrill/Associated Press

Paramount will donate $1 million to Los Angeles fire relief as the entertainment studio offers cash grants and temporary housing to employees displaced from their homes.

Specifically, Paramount will spread its donations across Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation, California Fire Foundation, American Red Cross, Direct Relief, World Central Kitchen and Best Friends Animal Society — organizations that Paramount co-CEOs Chris McCarthy, George Cheeks and Brian Robbins say are “actively assisting with continuous firefighting and relief efforts.”

“As major wildfires continue to erupt across parts of Los Angeles – causing massive devastation to families, homes and communities – our hearts are with everyone affected by this tragedy, particularly those who have been displaced or lost their homes,” the co-CEOs wrote in a memo obtained by TheWrap. “And we remain committed to supporting our employees who have been impacted during this incredibly difficult time.”

Additionally, Paramount is offering employees who have been displaced by the wildfires cash grants to “help cover the costs of emergency evacuation, disaster recovery or unexpected events” via the company’s Employee Assistance Fund, as well as lodging and temporary housing assistance. Employees and their families can also access emotional support through Paramount as well.

The memo also outlines ways to help those impacted by the wildfires, including contributing to the Employee Matching Gifts Program and/or the Employee Assistance Fund, as well as sharing resources from the Nickelodeon team with parents and caretakers unpacking how to discuss natural disasters with children.

The co-CEOs continued by recognizing and thanking CBS News and Stations journalists and teams on-the-ground in Los Angeles, specifically shouting out their local KCBS/KCAL newsroom and our CBS News LA bureau. “Having surpassed 72 hours of nonstop live news across TV and streaming, KCBS/KCAL is leading the way with a remarkable, unwavering commitment to providing extensive, in-depth coverage,” the memo read. “Many of them and their families have been personally affected by the fires, and they continue to show up to keep their local communities informed. “

They added that CBS will begin driving donations to the Red Cross, with a Red Cross PSA rolling out across the network as of Friday (Jan. 10). They noted KCAL has already raised over $300K for relief efforts, while Paramount Pictures and CBS teams have donated meals to first responders, “Comedy Central’s The Daily Show is driving donations to the California Fire Foundation and BET has provided coverage of the devastating impact of the fires on the historic Black community in Altadena,” per the memo.

“This remains an ongoing and dynamic situation, and there’s still lots of coordination happening across our brands on other ways we can support those in need,” the memo concluded. “We will share updates as new information becomes available. Take care of yourselves and stay safe.”

In a post on Instagram, Paramount said: "Our hearts are breaking for everyone impacted in Los Angeles and the surrounding areas, including Paramount employees and our friends, partners, and peers in the industry. As the devastation unfolds, we will continue to provide resources to impacted employees and support for our heroic local news crews who are keeping the public informed.

Paramount will be donating $1M across organizations providing critical support for those in need and first responders. Please join us in supporting non-profits on-the-ground, including:

@lafdfoundation

@cafirefound

@americanredcross

@directrelief

@wckitchen

@bestfriendsanimalsociety"

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Paramount’s disaster relief efforts come as Disney commits $15 million towards initial and immediate response and rebuilding efforts and Warner Bros. Discovery offers temporary housing and aid to its employees.

In addition to the organizations listed above, below is a list of more relief organizations that NickALive! readers who want to help can donate money to:

• The Toy Foundation’s Toy Bank Program 
• The Salvation Army

If there are any other organizations you think should be listed here, please get in touch.