Tuesday, August 16, 2022

"Let's Fighting Love" Live at South Park The 25th Anniversary Concert | South Park Studios

"Let's Fighting Love" Live at South Park The 25th Anniversary Concert | South Park Studios


"Let's Fighting Love" performed live at South Park the 25th Anniversary Concert at Red Rocks Amphitheatre on August 10, 2022.

Celebrating 25 years of South Park live on stage. South Park The 25th Anniversary Concert is now streaming on Paramount+ in the US. Use promo code SOUTHPARK for one month free. ParamountPlus.com

South Park The 25th Anniversary Concert will feature co-creators Trey Parker and Matt Stone taking the stage to perform songs from the show’s 25-year history. They’ll also be joined by Primus, Ween, and other special guests.

It will also be available in international territories where the service is available.

Get the official South Park 25 merch on pre-order until Monday 10PM ET: https://southpark25.com

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Deliver Butters' Dad From Evil | South Park | Comedy Central UK

Deliver Butters' Dad From Evil | South Park | Comedy Central UK


Suffering money troubles, Butters' desperate dad gets a job at Amazon…

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Star Trek The Motion Picture The Director's Edition | Back On The Big Screen Aug 19 | Paramount Pictures UK

Star Trek The Motion Picture The Director's Edition | Back On The Big Screen Aug 19 | Paramount Pictures UK


The Federation calls on Adm. James T. Kirk (William Shatner) and the crew of the Starship Enterprise to contain an immense nimbused object that's on a crash course with Earth. After investigating, the crew discovers that the alien cloud harbors artificial intelligence with an ominous primary directive. Crisis strikes when a probe dispatched by the energy cloud attacks the crew, abducting navigator Lt. Ilia (Persis Khambatta). An android look-alike containing her memories shows up soon after.

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Originally published: August 16, 2022.

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Tad The Explorer And The Emerald Tablet | Official Trailer | Paramount Pictures Portugal

Tad O Explorador e A Tábua de Esmeralda | Trailer Oficial Dobrado | Paramount Pictures Portugal (HD)


Tad o Explorador está de volta aos cinemas! Vê aqui o trailer oficial de "Tad O Explorador e A Tábua de Esmeralda". 25 agosto nos cinemas.

Tad adoraria ser reconhecido pelos colegas arqueologistas, mas acaba sempre por arranjar confusão! Nesta nova aventura, Tad volta a fazer das suas ao destruir um sarcófago e libertar um feitiço que põe em perigo as vidas dos seus amigos Múmia, Jeff e Belzoni. Contra todos e só com a ajuda de Sara, Tad vai embarcar numa viagem cheia de aventuras, que o levam do México para Chicago e de Paris para o Egipto, para conseguir por fim à maldição da múmia.

Tad O Explorador e A Tábua de Esmeralda | Pura Diversão | Paramount Pictures Portugal (HD)


Tad regressa para novas aventuras! "Tad O Explorador e A Tábua de Esmeralda" estreia nos cinemas a 25 de agosto. Com as vozes de João Paulo Rodrigues e Mafalda Luís de Castro.

Tad O Explorador e A Tábua de Esmeralda | Novo Trailer Dobrado | Paramount Pictures Portugal (HD)


Nova aventura, velhos amigos... Vê aqui o novo trailer de "Tad O Explorador e A Tábua de Esmeralda". 25 agosto nos cinemas.

Tad O Explorador e A Tábua de Esmeralda | Nova Aventura | Paramount Pictures Portugal (HD)


Tad regressa para novas aventuras! "Tad O Explorador e A Tábua de Esmeralda" estreia nos cinemas a 25 de agosto. Com as vozes de João Paulo Rodrigues e Mafalda Luís de Castro.

Tad adoraria ser reconhecido pelos colegas arqueologistas, mas acaba sempre por arranjar confusão! Nesta nova aventura, Tad volta a fazer das suas ao destruir um sarcófago e libertar um feitiço que põe em perigo as vidas dos seus amigos Múmia, Jeff e Belzoni. Contra todos e só com a ajuda de Sara, Tad vai embarcar numa viagem cheia de aventuras, que o levam do México para Chicago e de Paris para o Egipto, para conseguir por fim à maldição da múmia.

Tad O Explorador e A Tábua de Esmeralda | Ra-Amon-Ah | Paramount Pictures Portugal (HD)


E se o Múmia, não fosse a única Múmia com capacidade de deixar o Tad fora de si? Conhece aqui Ra-Amon-Ah.

"Tad O Explorador e A Tábua de Esmeralda" estreia nos cinemas a 25 de agosto. Com as vozes de João Paulo Rodrigues e Mafalda Luís de Castro.

Tad adoraria ser reconhecido pelos colegas arqueologistas, mas acaba sempre por arranjar confusão! Nesta nova aventura, Tad volta a fazer das suas ao destruir um sarcófago e libertar um feitiço que põe em perigo as vidas dos seus amigos Múmia, Jeff e Belzoni. Contra todos e só com a ajuda de Sara, Tad vai embarcar numa viagem cheia de aventuras, que o levam do México para Chicago e de Paris para o Egipto, para conseguir por fim à maldição da múmia.

Tad O Explorador e A Tábua de Esmeralda | Fuga de Banheira | Paramount Pictures Portugal (HD)


Qual o melhor veículo para uma fuga policial?... Uma banheira!

"Tad O Explorador e A Tábua de Esmeralda" estreia nos cinemas a 25 de agosto. Com as vozes de João Paulo Rodrigues e Mafalda Luís de Castro.

Tad adoraria ser reconhecido pelos colegas arqueologistas, mas acaba sempre por arranjar confusão! Nesta nova aventura, Tad volta a fazer das suas ao destruir um sarcófago e libertar um feitiço que põe em perigo as vidas dos seus amigos Múmia, Jeff e Belzoni. Contra todos e só com a ajuda de Sara, Tad vai embarcar numa viagem cheia de aventuras, que o levam do México para Chicago e de Paris para o Egipto, para conseguir por fim à maldição da múmia.


Originally published: July 11, 2022.

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Classic Rugrats Comic Strip for August 16, 2022 | Nickelodeon

Classic Rugrats Comic Strip for August 16, 2022 | Nickelodeon


Stream the classic and the all new CG-animated 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

More Nick: Paramount+ Renews 'Rugrats' For Season 3; Season 2 to Premiere in 2023!

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That Girl Lay Lay Theme Song BTS | Gabrielle Nevaeh Green

That Girl Lay Lay Theme Song BTS | Gabrielle Nevaeh Green


"He guys! Today i'm taking you behind the scenes of filming the That Girl Lay Lay theme song!"

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Can Tom Kenny Still Do SpongeBob's Iconic Laugh?

Can Tom Kenny Not Do The SpongeBob Laugh Anymore? | Vailskibum94


SpongeBob SquarePants has an iconic laugh that defines his character, as intended by Stephen Hillenburg. Tom Kenny has pulled off SpongeBob's laugh for more than 20 years, but now fans are starting to notice a slight change in newer SpongeBob episodes. What's going on?

Because SpongeBob's laugh is one of the most important parts of his character, it's understandable why fans may be concerned. The voice may not be as easy for Tom Kenny today, but his overall SpongeBob performance proves that he's still one of the best voice actors of all time!

SOURCES: 

No matter what happens in the long run, at least he's still one of the best voice actors of all time.

Watch SpongeBob SquarePants and The Patrick Star Show on Nickelodeon, and 200 episodes of SpongeBobThe SpongeBob Movie: Sponge On The RunKamp Koral: SpongeBob's Under Years and The SpongeBob Musical on Paramount+! Try it FREE at ParamountPlus.com.


Listen to The SpongeBob Musical here!

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!

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


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Nexstar Media Group To Acquire Majority Stake In The CW Network From Paramount Global And Warner Bros. Discovery

Nick News Brief: Nexstar Media Group revealed Monday (Aug. 15) that it is set acquire a 75% majority stake in the CW Network from Paramount Global and Warner Bros. Discovery, more than six months after first beginning negotiations for the deal. More information can be found on Variety.com.

Legends of the Hidden Temple reboot.

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Originally published: August 16, 2022.


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Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Fans Can Win One-Of-A-Kind Xbox Series S In New TMNT Sweepstakes

Paramount Consumer Products announced their latest "Turtle Power Sweepstakes" today in partnership with ComicBook.com that will make the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (TMNT) scream COWABUNGA!


Created by Kevin Eastman and Peter Laird, these Heroes in a Half Shell have confronted ninjas and pizza delivery men across comics, TV, movies, video games, toys, and more. To celebrate, a hand-made Xbox sculpture featuring Eastman & Laird's printed pages come to life will be given away to one very lucky fan!

Between now and August 26 at 3:00AM EST / 12:00AM PST, follow the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (@TMNT) and/or ComicBook.com (@ComicBook.com) accounts on Instagram or Twitter and reply with the hashtag #TurtlePowerSweepstakes in the comment section of the post and/or tweet announcing the Sweepstakes for a chance to win this tribute to the Turtles' legendary creators. For a full list of rules, how to enter, and more amazing retro gaming merch, please visit www.turtlepowersweepstakes.com.


Make sure to follow TMNT @tmnt on all platforms to stay up-to-date with all things Turtles!



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About Paramount Consumer Products

Paramount Consumer Products oversees all licensing and merchandising for Paramount (Nasdaq: PARA, PARAA), a leading global media and entertainment company that creates premium content and experiences for audiences worldwide. Driven by iconic consumer brands, Paramount Consumer Products' portfolio includes a diverse slate of brands and content from BET, CBS (including CBS Television Studios and CBS Television Distribution), Comedy Central, MTV, Nickelodeon, Paramount Pictures and Showtime. With properties spanning animation, live-action, preschool, youth and adult, Paramount Consumer Products is committed to creating the highest quality product for some of the world's most beloved, iconic franchises. Additionally, Paramount Consumer Products oversees the online direct-to-consumer business for CBS and Showtime programming merchandise, as well as standalone branded ecommerce websites for Star Trek, SpongeBob, South Park, and MTV.

About Nickelodeon

Nickelodeon, now in its 43rd 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 is a part of Paramount's (Nasdaq: PARA, PARAA) global portfolio of multimedia entertainment brands.

ABOUT TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES

Considered one of the most popular kids' franchises, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles is a classic, global property created in 1984 by Kevin Eastman and Peter Laird. It first debuted as a successful comic book series and then became a hit animated TV show, a live-action television series and later spawned numerous blockbuster theatrical releases. The property is a global consumer products powerhouse, winning in every category that has hit shelves to date—with toys, apparel, video games, DVDs and more—and generating billions of dollars at retail. Nickelodeon brought the franchise to life again in 2012 with the CG-animated series Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and then reimagined the Heroes in a Half-Shell with the 2D-animated series Rise of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles in 2018. As previously announced, as part of a separate deal, Nickelodeon and Netflix have partnered to produce an original animated 2D film based on the current Rise of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles series, which is now streaming on Netflix.


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Lizzo & Beyoncé Trend On Twitter After Users Debate Racism In Ableist Community Following Lack Of Outrage Over Big Time Rush’s Upcoming Song 'Paralyzed'

Big Time Rush may be heading into some Big Time Trouble.


The long-time boy band, who recently reunited to release new music and to tour, is causing quite a bit of controversy on social media.

The group, which initially started on Nickelodeon, recently announced the upcoming release of their shelved song “Paralyzed.” However, not everyone is here for the tune, and critics feel it’s disrespectful to the ableist community. While fans showed major excitement for the record, many users pointed out the problematic song title and noted how the ableist community seemingly lacked outrage in comparison to Black women singers Beyoncé and Lizzo.

On Saturday (Aug. 13), BTR’s official Twitter account tweeted:

“We’re so happy to see that everyone across the globe are now able to enjoy all our music. But the real question. How badly do you want us to release PARALYZED?”

Following up with another tweet, asking fans to help the songs title trend in the US:

“@1LoganHenderson says we need to be top 10 trending in the US to make it happen. Can we make it happen????”

Subsequently, users began to take issue with the record. The song was recorded in 2012 though never released on an official album. Besides the title, another problematic feature of the song sees the bandmates stuttering lyrics such as:

“I try to speak, but girl, you got me tongue-tied I try to breathe, but I’m f-f-f-frozen inside Try to move, but I’m stuck in my shoes You got me paralyzed, paralyzed, p-p-p-paralyzed”

As previously reported, both Beyoncé and Lizzo were blasted recently for using the term “sp*z” in new music. Following heavy backlash from the ableist community and supporters, both artists opted to change their lyrics.

However, outrage over Big Time Rush’s unreleased song seems to be coming in on a much smaller scale, which social media users quickly brought to the forefront. Many stating they believe race and sexism to be the reason behind the lack of outrage for BTR.

Despite the debate, there are users that have pleaded with the band directly to change the song’s title. However, there was been no word as of yet as to whether the group will move forward with the song’s title as is, or follow the lead of their fellow women singers.

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‘Paws of Fury: The Legend of Hank’ Unleashes the Samurai Beasts with Early Access Digital Debut

Get ready for fun and adventure as the underdog becomes top dog in the hilarious family film Paws of Fury: The Legend of Hank, arriving early to purchase or rent on Digital this Tuesday, August 16, with a host of entertaining bonus features from Paramount Home Entertainment.  The dog will have his day on Blu-ray & DVD October 18.

Paws of Fury: The Legend of Hank ©2022 Paramount Pictures. All Right Reserved.

Paws of Fury delivers loads of laughs and heartfelt fun with an inspiring and hilarious tale of a hound who dreams of being a hero.  The film features a sensational, all-star cast of voice talent, including Michael Cera, Ricky Gervais, Mel Brooks, George Takei, Aasif Mandvi, Gabriel Iglesias, Djimon Hounsou, Michelle Yeoh and Samuel L. Jackson.

In this CG-animated family adventure, hard-on-his-luck hound named Hank (Cera) finds himself in a town full of cats who need a hero to defend them from a ruthless villain’s (Gervais) evil plot to wipe their village off the map. With help from a reluctant teacher (Jackson) to train him, our underdog must assume the role of town samurai and team up with the villagers to save the day. The only problem … cats hate dogs!


The Digital* and Blu-ray releases of Paws of Fury: The Legend of Hank feature fun-filled bonus content, including an introduction to the uproarious cast of characters, a character drawing tutorial with director Rob Minkoff, and a peek behind-the-scenes with voice cast members,

Digital & Blu-ray Bonuses

  • Cool Cats and One Hot Dog— Meet Hank (Michael Cera), Jimbo (Samuel L. Jackson) and their nemesis Ika Chu (Ricky Gervais) plus more hilarious characters!
  • In the Drawing Room with Director Rob Minkoff—Learn to draw the characters with director Rob Minkoff.
  • Giving Voice to PAWS OF FURY: The Legend of Hank Voice cast Michael Cera, Samuel L. Jackson, and Ricky Gervais share behind-the-scenes fun and a sneak peek at what happens during voiceover sessions.

The DVD version will include the feature film in standard definition and the “In the Drawing Room with Director Rob Minkoff” featurette listed above.


(Digital bonus features subject to retailer and available only with purchase.)

Paws of Fury: The Legend of Hank is a presentation of Paramount Pictures, Nickelodeon Movies, Align and Aniventure, in association with HB Wink Animation and GFM Animation; a Flying Tigers Entertainment production in association with Aniventure in association with Cinesite.

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Originally published: August 16, 2022.

Original source: Animation Magazine.

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JoJo Siwa's 'The J Team' Arrives Onto DVD

AN INSPIRING STORY FROM JOJO SIWA IS COMING TO DVD!

THE J TEAM

Available on DVD July 12, 2022


LOS ANGELES– July 6, 2022 – Ready to show your sparkle? Join JoJo Siwa and friends in The J Team – the brand-new movie from Nickelodeon! Follow JoJo as she starts her own, totally unique dance team, learning about friendship, perseverance and never letting anyone dim your sparkle!

The J Team will be available on DVD from Paramount Home Entertainment and Nickelodeon Home Entertainment on July 12, 2022, for the suggested retail price of $15.99 and on Digital for $9.99 SD/HD.

The J Team synopsis:

Loosely based on JoJo Siwa’s life, The J Team is the story of a young girl who is kicked out of her dance troupe and forced to rediscover what dance and friendship means to her, finding her true “Sparkle” in the process.

The J Team fast facts:

Street Date: July 12, 2022
Catalog: 191329225547 (US)
Audio: Dolby Digital English 5.1, French Stereo, Spanish Stereo
US Rating: Not Rated
US M.S.R.P.: $15.99
 
About Nickelodeon

Nickelodeon, now in its 43rd 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 is a part of Paramount’s (Nasdaq: PARA, PARAA) global portfolio of multimedia entertainment brands.
 
About Paramount Home Entertainment
Paramount Home Entertainment (PHE) is part of Paramount Pictures Corporation (PPC), a global producer and distributor of filmed entertainment.  PPC is a unit of Paramount (NASDAQ: PARA, PARAA), a leading global media and entertainment company that creates premium content and experiences for audiences worldwide.  The PHE division oversees PPC’s home entertainment and transactional digital distribution activities worldwide. The division is responsible for the sales, marketing and distribution of home entertainment content on behalf of Paramount Pictures, Paramount Animation, Paramount Television Studios, Paramount Players, MTV, Nickelodeon, Comedy Central and CBS and applicable licensing and servicing of certain DreamWorks Animation titles.  PHE additionally manages global licensing of studio content and transactional distribution across worldwide digital distribution platforms including online, mobile and portable devices and emerging technologies.
 
About Paramount Pictures
Paramount Pictures Corporation (PPC), a global producer and distributor of filmed entertainment, is a unit of Paramount (NASDAQ: PARA, PARAA), a leading global media and entertainment company that creates premium content and experiences for audiences worldwide. Paramount Pictures controls a collection of some of the most powerful brands in filmed entertainment, including Paramount Pictures, Paramount Animation, and Paramount Players. PPC operations also include Paramount Home Entertainment, Paramount Pictures International, Paramount Licensing Inc., and Paramount Studio Group.

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'Bubble Guppies: Fin-tastic Fairy Tales!' Swims Onto DVD

THE BUBBLE GUPPIES JOURNEY INTO ALL-NEW UNDERWATER QUESTS!
 
BUBBLE GUPPIES: FIN-TASTIC FAIRY TALES!

Available on DVD August 2, 2022


LOS ANGELES– July 18, 2022 – Join the Bubble Guppies gang and their beloved animal pets as they share fantastical stories in Bubble Guppies: Fin-tastic Fairy Tales! This DVD features classic fairy tales with a Bubble Guppies twist, and a very special appearance from your favorite Baby Shark characters!

Bubble Guppies: Fin-tastic Fairy Tales! will be available on DVD from Paramount Home Entertainment and Nickelodeon Home Entertainment on August 2, 2022, for the suggested retail price of $10.99.

Bubble Guppies: Fin-tastic Fairy Tales! episodes:

  • Bubble Puppy’s Fin-tastic Fairy Tale
  • Kingdom of Clean
  • A Furry Tale!
  • Alison in Wonderland!
  • A Baby Sharkventure! (Baby Shark’s Big Show Crossover) 

Bubble Guppies: Fin-tastic Fairy Tales synopsis:

Join the Bubble Guppies in the most fin-tastic fairy tales of all! First, a witch turns Bubble Puppy into a frog and Molly and Gil need to team up with this fairytale friends to undo her mean green spell! Next, Hansel and Gretel must get Bubble Puppy and Bubble Kitty home safe to their Furry Godmother. Finally, we meet Alison in a place called Wonderland and need to stop the Queen of Hearts from banning Friendship Day across the land! 

Bubble Guppies: Fin-tastic Fairy Tales! fast facts:

Street Date: August 2, 2022
Catalog: 191329225394 (US)
Audio: Dolby Digital English 5.1, French Stereo, Spanish Stereo
US Rating: Not Rated
US M.S.R.P.: $10.99

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Check out this mer-mazing recipe for some Under the Sea Rice Krispies inspired by Bubble Guppies: Fin-tastic Fairy Tales! available on DVD on August 2! Click the link to join the baking fun: https://bit.ly/UnderTheSeaTreat

About Nickelodeon
Nickelodeon, now in its 43rd 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 is a part of Paramount’s (Nasdaq: PARA, PARAA) global portfolio of multimedia entertainment brands.
 
About Paramount Home Entertainment
Paramount Home Entertainment (PHE) is part of Paramount Pictures Corporation (PPC), a global producer and distributor of filmed entertainment.  PPC is a unit of Paramount (NASDAQ: PARA, PARAA), a leading global media and entertainment company that creates premium content and experiences for audiences worldwide.  The PHE division oversees PPC’s home entertainment and transactional digital distribution activities worldwide. The division is responsible for the sales, marketing and distribution of home entertainment content on behalf of Paramount Pictures, Paramount Animation, Paramount Television Studios, Paramount Players, MTV, Nickelodeon, Comedy Central and CBS and applicable licensing and servicing of certain DreamWorks Animation titles.  PHE additionally manages global licensing of studio content and transactional distribution across worldwide digital distribution platforms including online, mobile and portable devices and emerging technologies.
 
About Paramount Pictures
Paramount Pictures Corporation (PPC), a global producer and distributor of filmed entertainment, is a unit of Paramount (NASDAQ: PARA, PARAA), a leading global media and entertainment company that creates premium content and experiences for audiences worldwide. Paramount Pictures controls a collection of some of the most powerful brands in filmed entertainment, including Paramount Pictures, Paramount Animation, and Paramount Players. PPC operations also include Paramount Home Entertainment, Paramount Pictures International, Paramount Licensing Inc., and Paramount Studio Group.

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Originally published: August 16, 2022.

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Bill Fagerbakke on Voicing an Iconic Character on 'SpongeBob' and 'The Patrick Star Show'

ComingSoon Senior Editor Spencer Legacy recently spoke to The Patrick Star Show and SpongeBob SquarePants star Bill Fagerbakke about what it’s like to play a character for over two decades and his favorite SpongeBob lines.

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The Patrick Star Show follows a younger Patrick Star living at home with his family, where he hosts his own show for the neighborhood from his television-turned-bedroom,” reads the official series synopsis. “His little sister, Squidina, works behind the scenes to make sure Patrick’s show is always running smoothly, while his parents, Bunny and Cecil, and his grandpa, GrandPat, each support Patrick in their own hilariously absurd ways. The Star family’s unpredictable adventures often inform, integrate, and sometimes even interfere with Patrick’s TV show, but one thing is for sure: his bizarre life always makes for great television!.”

Spencer Legacy: What was your first reaction when you were told that Patrick would have his own show?

Bill Fagerbakke: Sheer terror, night sweats … Patrick had always worked for me because he was in context with SpongeBob. So now you’re telling me it’s a Patrick show? How will that work? Hearing from Marc Ceccarelli and Vincent Waller, their wonderful concept, and realizing how moored it was to the SpongeBob universe in terms of its dynamics and sensibilities. Even though they were creating all these new characters and relationships, it was still so much of the world. I got really excited, and I’m so grateful. And we get to see Patrick in a different arena of imagination.

Since he’s in a different element, do you approach performing for Patrick differently here than you would in SpongeBob?

No. With such a great elemental character, like Patrick, it really is just all about the moment and what he’s coping with, right? When you’ve done a character for over 20 years, it’s all there, and almost never do we have a moment that’s jarring. It’s really within the context of the character that we know.

You mentioned that you’ve done this for so long, what’s it like to be such a big part of a huge multi-generational show? Because I watched it as a kid, my little cousins watch — every kid loves watching SpongeBob. So what’s that like?

It’s crazy, man. There’s nothing that prepares a person for this. When you go into acting, you’re just hoping you can keep your healthcare in check and pay your rent. And then maybe you get lucky and get a camera gig, but you never … to have this kind of longevity, and it’s not just longevity of work — it’s also longevity of relationships and longevity of creativity and performance satisfaction. Obviously, it’s not something anyone would ever expect. So I’m just giddy. I’m the luckiest. I literally would not trade with anyone. I love my job so much.

That’s got to make it easier to go to work every day.

Yeah, yeah, for sure.

I’ve seen some behind-the-scenes voice acting from SpongeBob back in 2019, and there would typically be multiple voice actors in the booth. Does it work like that with The Patrick Star Show as well?

Probably the biggest drawback to The Patrick Star Show experience so far has just been that it’s all been post-COVID, right? So we haven’t been able to do that. And that kind of makes me sad because I, for one, very much crave recording with my fellow performers. That gives me so much, and a lot of times it’s subconscious, because if I’m doing a scene with Tom Kenny [the voice of SpongeBob], everything he does informs me, even subconsciously, of my reaction. So you can try and recreate that on Zoom and you can do it and it works, and obviously doing it for 20 years, it helps [with] anticipating. But still to me, there is no substitute for recording together. And I really hope that we get to experience that with The Patrick Star Show cast, that we could all be together and record together at some point.

It’s really a whole different energy. It seems like when there are multiple people, it’s easy to bounce off each other.

Yes. Yeah. There’s gold in them thar hills, for me.

You’ve been voice acting since the 90s. How has that process changed in 2022?

I guess for me, it doesn’t have much to do with technology per se. Any kind of evolution there, for me, has just been personal, and any time you’re fortunate enough to do something that long you, you learn, right? And so you acquire a sharper, more productive focus, and you want to use your energy the right way. And of course, using your voice in what, at times, can be an extremely demanding performance metric. You really have to be smart. Because, boy, there’s a lot of screaming, sometimes. A lot.

So that’s one of the things that we really … where it always reminds me that Tom Kenny is a freak of nature because I don’t know anyone else that could do what he’s done and still have a voice. He’s incredible, you know? And we have these really powerful voices. I mean, Roger Bumpass [the voice of Squidward], One of those episodes where Squidward just gets beat to crap, you know? He really has to bring it, it’s intense. Clancy Brown [the voice of Mr. Krabs] also has a really powerful, dynamic voice. Same with Dee Bradley Baker [voice of countless minor SpongeBob characters] and some of the other people who work on it … Carolyn has a very powerful voice too — Carolyn Lawrence, who’s the voice of Sandy. So you learn things like that, right?

You’ve done both live action and voice acting. How does that process differ? Is it more difficult to do one or the other?

Camera work is, in some ways, far more demanding. You really have to prepare … a lot of times you have to do a lot of background work for a character. You have to read, you have to do experimental physical work sometimes. Because it all has to be there on camera, right? When you’re doing theater, you’re allowed this juicy, often four week rehearsal period, but with camera work, it all has to be there. And [it] pretty much all has to be there when you roll into the set. So camera work is very demanding there. Also obviously all the cosmetic hysteria, which is tedious to know it. I never got accustomed to that, but it’s part of the deal, right?

Do you have any favorite Patrick lines from over the years?

Well, certainly, “the inner machinations of my mind are an enigma” [from "The Secret Box"] was a true delight to say. Crazy outbursts, just like, “I love being purple!” Weird outbursts like that. One of my favorite lines really is Squidward’s from the pilot, when he’s worried that SpongeBob’s going to get the job at the Krusty Krab. And he sees that Mr. Krabs has sent him on a fool’s errand, “Hey, go get get me a spatula with port and starboard attachments and blah blah blah,” all this stuff. So he’s relieved, right? So SpongeBob runs off and Squidward comes up to Krabs and goes, “A hydro-what? Oh, Mr. Krabs, you’re horrible!” That will always be one of my favorite lines in any kind of content.

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Kios to Develop Paramount Pictures Branded Theme Park in Bali, Indonesia; To Include Nickelodeon Resort

The Paramount Pictures Themed Entertainment Group has signed an agreement with Indonesian technology, entertainment and tourism company, Kios, to build a 141-acre resort theme park in Bali, Indonesia.

Ade Sulistioputra and Paramount Global’s Executive Vice President of Themed Entertainment and Experiences, Ty Granaroli, sign the deal in Los Angeles. Photo credit: Kios

An international collaboration between Paramount Pictures and the Indonesian company, PT Kios Ria Kreasi (Kios), has been announced through the signing of an agreement to build an international theme park for families in Bali, Indonesia. The 57-hectare theme park will infuse Paramount’s cinematic worlds with Indonesia’s culture and hospitality in a lush, tropical setting.

Kios will build the as-yet-unnamed theme park as part of its 1,480-acre Taman Kerthi Bali Semesta integrated development, or KBS Park, in Bali. The project is estimated to be completed in 2025.

In the development of the Paramount Pictures branded experience, Kios will tap into Paramount Pictures' library of more than 1,000 films and use brands and characters that will appeal to people of all ages, while other attractions may draw on Nickelodeon’s characters such as SpongeBob SquarePants, Dora the Explorer and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles.


In addition to the rides, the park will have two thematic hotels: the Paramount Grand Resort and the Nickelodeon Resort, which will present themes and characters from the Nickelodeon universe. 

Kios’ managing director, Ade Sulistioputra, said that this integrated theme park will become an attractive tourist destination and can educate the global community.

Sulistioputra said that a study by consultant EY-Parthenon forecast that the park would draw more than five million visitors in its first year. That would outdraw the pre-pandemic attendance for Universal Studios Singapore and place the new park just inside the global Top 25, looking at recent TEA/AECOM Theme Index global attendance reports.

“Paramount is a global brand that captures the imagination of everyone, from children to adults,” said Managing Director of Kios, Ade Sulistioputra. “We all have exciting memories of Paramount films, with a legacy of excellence that has lasted 110 years. We will tap into Paramount Picture’s library of over 1,000 films and use brands and characters that will appeal to people of all ages, while other attractions may draw on Nickelodeon’s characters such as SpongeBob SquarePants, Dora the Explorer, and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles.”


An area of the park called “Land of Legends” will honor some of Indonesia’s culture, myths and legends and will feature the first Indonesian-inspired ride in an international theme park.

Ty Granaroli, Paramount Global’s executive vice president of Themed Entertainment and Experiences, signed the agreement with Sulistioputra in a ceremony attended by several representatives from Paramount and attended virtually by the Governor of Bali and other dignitaries on July 25, 2022 at Paramount Pictures Studio in Los Angeles, Calif.

"We believe that the beauty of Bali, combined with integrated resort hotels and a Paramount theme park will create a magnificent entertainment project that all of Indonesia can be proud of,” said Granaroli, executive vice president, themed entertainment, Paramount. “A park like this can have a significant, long-term impact on tourism, including domestic and international visitors.”

No opening date for the park was announced.

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Originally published: August 13, 2022.


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Square Enix London Mobile Announces August Soft Launch for 'Avatar: Generations' Turn-Based RPG Mobile Game

SQUARE ENIX LONDON MOBILE ANNOUNCES
AUGUST SOFT LAUNCH FOR AVATAR: GENERATIONS

Turn-Based RPG Adventure Set in Nickelodeon’s ‘Avatar: The Last Airbender’ Universe
Arrives Soon on Mobile


LONDON, UK (August 11, 2022) – Square Enix London Mobile in partnership with Paramount Consumer Products today announced that Avatar: Generations is heading into soft launch in select territories this August. Avatar: Generations is a new free-to-play, RPG adventure based on Nickelodeon’s beloved animated series Avatar: The Last Airbender and is being developed in partnership with Vancouver-based studio Navigator Games. The game enters soft launch in Canada, Denmark, South Africa and Sweden for Android and iOS devices and access will expand to additional territories and iOS devices in the months following.

To celebrate the announcement, Square Enix London Mobile and Navigator Games have released first-look assets from the game, providing players with a glimpse into the mythical realm of Avatar: Generations here: www.avatargenerations.com

“We are thrilled to unveil ‘Avatar: Generations’ as the second official title in production from Square Enix London Mobile and I can’t wait for players to dive in later this year,” said Patrick Naud, Head of Mobile, Square Enix Montréal. “Avatar: Generations represents Square Enix London Mobile’s continued investment in publishing high-quality free-to-play mobile titles based on iconic IPs.”
 
Expanding the beloved universe of the world-renowned property, Avatar: Generations invites players to step into the shoes of fan-favorite characters across the franchise. The first chapter introduces Aang, Katara, Sokka, Toph, Suki and Zuko accompanied by the much-loved companions Appa and Momo as they embark on a globetrotting quest to fulfill Aang’s destiny. Future expansions will explore Avatar Kyoshi, Korra, Roku, and more across the timelines of the Four Nations. The game will feature epic squad-based battles and unique adventure sequences, underpinned by deep upgrade and party customization systems as players recruit new heroes and grow their team potential. Players will also be able to experience fan-favorite locations, stories, and events in an open world, as well as brand new stories that expand the universe.
 
“With a globally beloved brand of this level, we’ve endeavored to create a game that expands the rich and storied universe of ‘Avatar: The Last Airbender,’ in way that feels authentic and exciting to fans of the series and RPG games alike. At the same time, we’ve ensured that the game remains accessible to anyone who doesn’t traditionally play RPG’s” said Will Moore, CEO, Navigator Games. “Our partners at Square Enix London Mobile have been hugely supportive in these efforts, and we’re working closely with our community during this soft launch period to make the best version of the game possible.”

 
For more information on Avatar: Generations, please visit www.avatargenerations.com




About Square Enix Ltd.
Square Enix Ltd. develops, publishes, distributes and licenses SQUARE ENIX®, EIDOS® and TAITO® branded entertainment content in Europe and other PAL territories as part of the Square Enix group of companies. Square Enix Ltd. also has a global network of leading development studios such as Crystal Dynamics® and Eidos Montréal®. The Square Enix group of companies boasts a valuable portfolio of intellectual property including: FINAL FANTASY®, which has sold over 168 million units worldwide; DRAGON QUEST®, which has sold over 84 million units worldwide; TOMB RAIDER®, which has sold over 88 million units worldwide; and the legendary SPACE INVADERS®. Square Enix Ltd. is a London-based, wholly owned subsidiary of Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd.
 
More information on Square Enix Ltd. can be found at https://square-enix-games.com
 
About Nickelodeon
Nickelodeon, now in its 43rd 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 is a part of Paramount’s (Nasdaq: PARA, PARAA) global portfolio of multimedia entertainment brands.
 
About Paramount Consumer Products
Paramount Consumer Products oversees all licensing and merchandising for Paramount (Nasdaq: PARA, PARAA), a leading global media and entertainment company that creates premium content and experiences for audiences worldwide. Driven by iconic consumer brands, Paramount Consumer Products’ portfolio includes a diverse slate of brands and content from BET, CBS (including CBS Television Studios and CBS Television Distribution), Comedy Central, MTV, Nickelodeon, Paramount Pictures and Showtime. With properties spanning animation, live-action, preschool, youth and adult, Paramount Consumer Products is committed to creating the highest quality product for some of the world’s most beloved, iconic franchises. Additionally, Paramount Consumer Products oversees the online direct-to-consumer business for CBS and Showtime programming merchandise, as well as standalone branded ecommerce websites for Star Trek, SpongeBob, South Park, and MTV.
 
About Navigator Games
Founded in 2016, Navigator Games is home to a dynamic and enthusiastic team of video game developers based out of Vancouver, Canada. The studio’s mission is to create truly unique and engaging video games that bring beloved and recognizable brands to life in authentic and compelling mobile game experiences. Our talented team consists of 60+ developers who bring with them a wealth of experience accumulated from Activision, EA Games, Ubisoft, Microsoft, Netmarble, Capcom and Disney. Through close IP and publishing partnerships and user-centric design philosophies, we create immersive games and inspiring marketing campaigns that drive player engagement with our communities.

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Originally published: August 11, 2022 at 21:05 BST.

Press release via GamesPress; H/T: Pocket Gamer; Additional source: CBR.com.

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Walmart Delivers New Benefit for Walmart+ Members: A Paramount+ Subscription at No Extra Cost

Walmart Delivers New Benefit for Walmart+ Members: A Paramount+ Subscription at No Extra Cost

In the latest move to give customers more for less, Walmart+ members will get access to a Paramount+ Essential Plan – without raising prices


BENTONVILLE, Ark.--August 15, 2022--Walmart is taking its membership offering to the next level by adding a new streaming benefit. Walmart+ will soon be available for members with an added bonus – a Paramount+ Essential subscription at no extra cost.

Walmart+ members will be able to stream premium entertainment as a benefit for the first time as part of their membership starting in September. The Paramount+ Essential Plan will give Walmart+ members access to Paramount+’s breadth of hugely popular content from acclaimed original dramas such as "1883" and "Star Trek: Strange New Worlds," to the world's most popular preschool franchise, "PAW Patrol," to recent blockbuster films such as "Sonic the Hedgehog 2," to live sports.

The streaming service benefit becomes yet another way Walmart is uniquely positioned to give members more for less with Walmart+, whether in-store, at the gas pump, on groceries, listening to music, and now when watching their favorite movies and shows. Walmart+ will remain $98 a year or $12.95 a month and include the Paramount+ Essential Plan subscription with an added $59 value.

“We know Walmart+ is providing members real value in their every day – from grocery shopping to filling up their tank and more,” said Chris Cracchiolo, senior vice president and general manager of Walmart+. “With the addition of Paramount+, we are demonstrating our unique ability to help members save even more and live better by delivering entertainment for less, too. 85 percent of U.S. households use streaming services[1] and Paramount+ has the premium content and broad appeal that our members are looking for – like Walmart, they have something for everyone. We’re excited about the launch and what comes next for Walmart+.”

“Paramount has enjoyed a close relationship with Walmart for years, and Walmart customers connect with Paramount's beloved brands, content, and characters every day through a range of consumer products available throughout Walmart stores," said Jeff Shultz, chief strategy officer and chief business development officer, Paramount Streaming. “Now, pairing Walmart’s expansive reach across the country with Paramount+'s broad and popular content that offers something for everyone is a unique opportunity to expand our partnership. Together we will bring Walmart+ members the full breadth of Paramount+ programming.”

Walmart is consistently evolving to deliver against what’s most important for members – as a result, Walmart+ has had positive member growth every month since its launch in September 2020. Most recently, the retailer combined its InHome service into Walmart+ to create efficiency for members. As members seek more ways to save money, they can now consolidate a portion of their subscriptions and get entertainment through the membership.

For more information about how to become a Walmart+ member, please visit https://www.walmart.com/plus.


About Walmart

Walmart Inc. (NYSE: WMT) helps people around the world save money and live better – anytime and anywhere – in retail stores, online, and through their mobile devices. Each week, approximately 230 million customers and members visit more than 10,500 stores and numerous eCommerce websites under 46 banners in 24 countries. With fiscal year 2022 revenue of $573 billion, Walmart employs approximately 2.3 million associates worldwide. Walmart continues to be a leader in sustainability, corporate philanthropy and employment opportunity. Additional information about Walmart can be found by visiting https://corporate.walmart.com, on Facebook at https://facebook.com/walmart and on Twitter at https://twitter.com/walmart.

About Paramount+

Paramount+, a direct-to-consumer digital subscription video on-demand and live streaming service, combines live sports, breaking news and a mountain of entertainment. The premium streaming service features an expansive library of original series, hit shows and popular movies across every genre from world-renowned brands and production studios, including BET, CBS, Comedy Central, MTV, Nickelodeon, Paramount Pictures and the Smithsonian Channel. The service is also the streaming home to unmatched sports programming, including every CBS Sports event, from golf to football to basketball and more, plus exclusive streaming rights for major sports properties, including some of the world’s biggest and most popular soccer leagues. Paramount+ also enables subscribers to stream local CBS stations live across the U.S. in addition to the ability to stream CBS News Streaming Network for 24/7 news and CBS Sports HQ for sports news and analysis.

For more information about Paramount+, please visit www.paramountplus.com and follow @ParamountPlus on social platforms.

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Originally published: August 16, 2022.

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