Classic Rugrats Comic Strip for January 26, 2026 | Nickelodeon
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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.
3:01 a.m. on Paramount+ - School Spirits - It's a Wonderful Afterlife: Maddie's return upends Split River High; as she adjusts, not everyone welcomes her back; Simon is trapped on the other side while the ghosts search for answers and dark new secrets about the school emerge. (#301; season three premiere.)
3:01 a.m. on Paramount+ - School Spirits - Mean Ghouls: Split River High grows volatile as Maddie faces mounting pressure; buried truths and new dangers are revealed that could change everything for the living and the dead, forcing some to question who they can trust. (#302.)
3:01 a.m. on Paramount+ - School Spirits - The Halls Have Eyes: New mysteries at Split River High force Maddie, Simon and the ghosts to choose between leaving the past alone or exploring it and triggering unseen dangers; as Nicole joins a new circle, Simon and Wally take a risky leap for answers. (#303.)
5:00 p.m. - NFL Slimetime - Week 21: The end zones become the slime zone as former NFL player-turned-TV host Nate Burleson presents weekly NFL highlights like they've never been seen before. Who will be this week's NVP? (#521)
Podcast - Ned's Declassified Podcast Survival Guide: The wait is over, Ned Heads! The gang is back and they’re bringing you the most exciting season yet! This time, it’s all on THEIR terms, and they’re taking things to a whole new level. Expect more laughs, more nostalgia, more unfiltered convos, and epic guests—dropping EVERY WEDNESDAY! (season two)
Thursday, January 29, 2026
3:01 a.m. on Paramount+ - Star Trek: Starfleet Academy - Vox in Excelso: STAR TREK: STARFLEET ACADEMY introduces viewers to a young group of cadets who come together to pursue a common dream of hope and optimism. Under the watchful and demanding eyes of their instructors, they discover what it takes to become Starfleet officers as they navigate blossoming friendships, explosive rivalries, first loves and a new enemy that threatens both the Academy and the Federation itself. (#304)
3:01 a.m. on Paramount+ - NFL Slimetime: Season 5, Week 21
Friday, January 30, 2026
10:00 a.m. - PAW Patrol - Rocky's Cat-astrophe: When one of Humdinger's schemes goes awry, a Junkyard Kitten's home is destroyed and Rocky bites off more than he can chew when he invites the kitten to stay at the Lookout overnight. (#x; special.)
11:00 a.m. - Mr. Crocodile - Lucky Croc/Sleepover Croc: Daisy and Mr. Crocodile search for a lucky item to help them win a bike raffle. / When Mr. Crocodile can't fall asleep at his first sleepover, Daisy helps him figure out why. (#1x; series premiere.)
5:00 p.m. - The Boss Baby: Back in Business - Super Cool Big Kids Inc.: After declaring war on old people, Boss Baby focuses the field team's efforts on Frederic Estes; Tim starts his own big-kid business. (#2x.)
5:30 p.m. - The Loud House - Rough Patch/The GLOAT: Lola must spend quality time with Bernie. / After Lynn sees cousin Shiloh's athletic skills, she gets overly competitive to prove she's the greatest Loud of all time. (#9x.)
6:00 p.m. - Wylde Pak - J-LAD/Big Honey: It's another LAD night as the girls plan a sleepover. Seeing their camaraderie makes Jack want to join in, but he doesn't know how when their bond is already so strong. In an attempt to fit in, he promises a coveted but banned drink he overhears Vlad will be smuggling that night. To get it, he takes the girls on a night they never bargained for and gets them all in over their heads, only to realize true bonds can only be formed by time and unforgettable experiences. / When Will's parents come to visit the family, Jack and Lily begin to wonder who will inherit their prized bee farm. After some honey-inspired antics to prove their place as the rightful heirs to the farm, Grandpa and Grandma Wylde drop the bomb that they're actually planning to sell it to Big Honey. Hearing this sends Will and Min into an inheritance-spiral of their own, forcing Lily and Jack to join forces against their parents to prevent the sale of the farm at all costs. (#2x.)
Sunday, February 1, 2026
3:01 a.m. on Paramount+: Rugrats Go Wild, Rugrats in Paris: The Movie, The Rugrats Movie
Too cold to play outside? It's PAW Patrol to the rescue! All month long, it's Every PAW Patrol Ever on Nickelodeon! That's over 200 adventures, more than 500 pup treats, and a whole lot of Chickaletta! Catch Every PAW Patrol Episode Ever, all this January on Nickelodeon!
NICKELODEON TO PREMIERE MR. CROCODILE ON FRIDAY, JANUARY 30
Brand-New Animated Series From Joann Sfar's
Magical Society and Mediawan.
Based on the Best-Selling French Children’s Book
Mister Crocodile is Very Hungry from Joann Sfar
Dream House | 'Mr. Crocodile' Episode #106
Nickelodeon will welcome Mr. Crocodile, a brand-new animated kids' series, based on the beloved French children’s book Monsieur Crocodile a Beaucoup Faim (Mister Crocodile is Very Hungry) by best-selling author Joann Sfar, published by Gallimard, on Friday, January 30 at 11:00 a.m. (ET/PT).
Produced by Joann Sfar’s Magical Society and distributed by Mediawan Kids & Family, with the participation of Nickelodeon and France Télévisions, the series will air globally on Nick Jr. channels, and on France Télévisions in France.
Mr. Crocodile follows the toothy, loveable Mr. Crocodile, alongside his best friend Daisy, as he cheerfully navigates life with boundless enthusiasm and comical misunderstandings due to his instinctive crocodile logic. New to a diverse and lively mobile home community, Mr. Crocodile lives with Daisy, and they split their time between her Mom and her Dad’s homes. Together, they turn everyday activities into zany adventures as they share an unconditional acceptance of each other's approach to life.
Lucky Croc | 'Mr. Crocodile' Episode #101
“Nickelodeon is continuing the legacy of beloved kids' stories with the acquisition of Mr. Crocodile," said Layla Lewis, Senior Vice President, Global Acquisitions and Content Partnerships, Nickelodeon when Nickelodeon announced that it had acquired the series earlier this year. "This delightful series brings the charm and adventure of Joann Sfar's original book to a new generation of viewers, emphasizing our commitment to delivering engaging and entertaining content for kids. We can't wait for audiences to join Mr. Crocodile and Daisy on their fun-filled adventures."
“We are delighted to collaborate with Nickelodeon to introduce Mr. Crocodile to audiences around the globe. Joann Sfar’s Magical Society has assembled an exceptional international team of passionate talent to bring to life this innovative story, conceived by one of France’s most creative and prolific artists. We are confident that the show will captivate and inspire children everywhere,” says Julien Borde, President of Mediawan Kids & Family.
“Joann and I are thrilled to launch Mr. Crocodile, our first CGI series based on Joann’s iconic book, through Magical Society, the studio we founded together. Our teams have done an incredible job adapting Joann’s characters and universe into stunning 3D designs, while staying true to his whimsical and mischievous universe. It was deeply moving to see Mr. Crocodile, Daisy, and all their friends come to life for the very first time. We are incredibly proud and grateful to have our friends and partners at Nickelodeon, France Télévisions, and Mediawan Kids & Family on board for this wonderful adventure. With their support, the brand will shine, and Joann’s beloved characters will enchant children around the world,” adds Aton Soumache, Magical Society Co-Founder and Producer.
Lucky Croc | 'Mr. Crocodile' Episode #101
Monsieur Crocodile a Beaucoup Faim is a beloved French children's book written by New York Times bestselling author Joann Sfar. Published by Gallimard, the story follows the adventures of a hungry crocodile who sets out to find something to eat, encountering unique challenges along the way. The book is a cherished favorite among children and parents alike, known for its charming illustrations and humorous narrative. For the past 30 years, Joann Sfar has created universes of fantastical worlds and magical characters, his works spanning comic books, novels, series, films that reach a worldwide audience. Sfar is also known for his bestselling illustrated book Little Vampire and for his adaptation of the French literary classic, The Little Prince.
Mr. Crocodile was developed by Simon Nicholson and Joann Sfar, and is directed by Fabien Brandily. Rachel Lipman serves as Executive Producer alongside producers Aton Soumache, Joann Sfar, Rachel Lipman, and Cédric Pilot. Max Goodman and Lynsey O'Callaghan serve as the Executives in Charge for Nickelodeon.
In the series premiere episode, "Lucky Croc/Sleepover Croc," Daisy and Mr. Crocodile search for a lucky item to help them win a bike raffle. Then, when Mr. Crocodile can't fall asleep at his first sleepover, Daisy helps him figure out why.
About Nickelodeon
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About Mediawan Kids & Family
Mediawan Kids & Family is the division of Mediawan, the European independent multigenre studio, dedicated to the production and distribution of children and family content for audiences worldwide. The company is the European leader in animation and produces premium TV shows, high-end feature films and digital content for kids, teens, young adults and families.
Mediawan Kids & Family houses four production labels headquartered in France: the well-established animation label Method Animation (The Three Musketeers, Pirate Academy, Robin Hood Mischief in Sherwood, The Little Prince and Friends), brand-new 2D animation TV label for kids Somewhere Animation (Temtem, Leaves and Roots, Chefclub Adventures), live-action shows for youth and family studio Elliott Studio (Boule & Bill) and Mediawan Kids & Family Cinema (The Magnificent Life of Marcel Pagnol, Miraculous - The Movie, Little Nicholas: Happy as Can Be, The Little Prince). Mediawan Kids & Family is also present internationally through three labels: Palomar Animation in Italy (The Enchanted Village of Pinocchio, The Three Musketeers) Wildseed Studios in the UK (Tuff Pom, Dodo), and Submarine Animation in the Netherlands (Apollo 10½ : A Space Age Childhood, They Shot The Piano Player, Fox and Hare Save the Forest).
Mediawan Kids & Family hosts the distribution of all children's and family content within the Mediawan group, including Miraculous - Tales of Ladybug and Cat Noir now produced by Miraculous Corp, the new company created by Mediawan and Zag and sold in over 150 countries. But also a significant catalog of 2,500 half-hours of programs such as Robin Hood – Mischief in Sherwood or The Enchanted Village of Pinocchio broadcasted in over 150 countries, and third-party acquisitions such as Maddie + Triggs, Duck and Frog (co-produced with BBC), Dogmatix and the Indomitables sold in over 45 countries and BarnKidz, a real international success.
About Joann Sfar’s Magical Society
Magical Society is a film and television studio based in Paris and London, where the London office is led by producers Paul Trijbits and JJ Lousberg. Co-founded by Aton Soumache and Joann Sfar, the studio is defined by its independent and innovative spirit. Under Sfar’s creative direction, Magical Society champions bold, singular, and impactful projects, bringing together exceptional creative, visual, and writing talents to bring audacious and unconventional stories to life. The studio has produced several animated feature films, including The Rabbi’s Cat and Little Vampire, both adapted from Sfar’s best-selling books. Magical Society is currently developing a premium and diverse slate of animated and live-action TV series and feature films, drawn from Sfar’s original IPs as well as other renowned works.
With his vast experience in publishing and comics, Sfar has successfully transferred a unique know-how to film and television, based on collective work and the attraction of talent. This ability to unite leading international authors, directors, screenwriters, and creators, along with Sfar's personal involvement in the studio's overall editorial line and his active participation in numerous projects, not only ensures quality but also maintains the unique and innovative spirit that characterizes Magical Society. The studio is committed to offering new and original perspectives, with premium content that challenges norms and explores singular, introspective, unusual, epic, or fantastical subjects, all with a distinctive aesthetic.
Original source: Special thanks to @kancsn01 for the news!
Update (1/18): TV schedules for Nickelodeon are now reporting that the timeslot Mr. Crocodile was originally scheduled to premiere in has been reverted back to "to be announced." It's currently unknown whether Mr. Crocodile will still premiere on that date.
Preschoolers will get ready to wreck and roll with Rubble and his crew, as new episodes of Rubble & Crew, Spin Master’s hit PAW Patrol spinoff, bulldoze their way on Nickelodeon, premiering Monday-Thursday at 10:00 a.m. (ET/PT) beginning Monday, February 2! Each all-new Rubble & Crew episode will encore the same day 3:00 p.m. on the Nick Jr. channel.
Interestingly, at the time of posting, three episode segments are set to make their network premieres on the Nick Jr. channel ahead of their Nickelodeon airings, however, this may change nearer their broadcast dates.
Monday, February 2, 2026 - The Crew Builds a Conveyor Belt Restaurant: Rubble & Crew want to help open a new restaurant for everyone at the Buddy Walk Race... but they can't decide what kind of restaurant to build! (#4x.)
Tuesday, February 3, 2026 - The Crew Makes a Community Soup: When Grandpa Gravel is feeling under the weather, Rubble & Crew step in to make his signature soup. (#4x.)
Wednesday, February 4, 2026 - The Crew Installs a New Observatory Lens: Rubble & Crew are ready to replace the broken telescope lens at the Observatory. Until it starts a fiery fiasco during delivery! (#4x.)
Thursday, February 5, 2026 - The Crew Builds a Meow Yard: Cafe Carl's kittens cause construction chaos in the Bark Yard! Can the crew create a conclusion to the cat catastrophe? (#4x.)
Friday, February 6, 2026 at 3:52 a.m. on the NickJr. channel - The Crew Builds a Giant Checkerboard/The Crew Builds a Corn Silo: Coach Karima is throwing Checkers Day for all the Builder Cove kids! But when everyone can't play together, Rubble & Crew save the day with construction. / Rubble and Wheeler team up to construct a solution for a mysterious mess on Farmer Zoe's farm. (#4x; network premiere.)
Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 3:52 a.m. on the NickJr. channel - The Crew Builds a Soap Box Derby: Rubble & Crew help Auntie Crane when Speed Meister challenges her to see who's the fastest soap box car racer in Builder Cove. (#4x; network premiere.)
Monday, February 9, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. - The Crew Builds a Giant Checkerboard: Coach Karima is throwing Checkers Day for all the Builder Cove kids! But when everyone can't play together, Rubble & Crew save the day with construction. (#4x; channel premiere)
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Nickelodeon will be treating viewers to brand new Valentine's episodes of The Loud House this February!
Friday, February 6, 2026 at 5:30 p.m. - Spy Dames/Cupid's Harrow: When Lincoln's spirited Gran Gran Myrtle spies a tell-tale tattoo on Boy Jordan's kindly grandmother during Grandparents Day, she launches a full-tilt mission to expose a long-vanished jewel thief. / Leni and Miguel's dating advice podcast takes a chaotic turn. (#1003)
Friday, February 13, 2026 at 5:30 p.m. - My Phony Valentine/Man of My Schemes: When Rusty and Amber rekindle their romance, their plans are thrown into chaos when their business rival parents forbid the relationship. / Lori launches a desperate plan to prove she's winning her breakup by finding a new boyfriend before her social media reputation takes a hit. (#1008.)
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The Loud House debuted on Nickelodeon in May 2016 and centers on 11-year-old Lincoln Loud and his ten sisters as he gives an inside look at what it takes to survive the chaos of a huge family.
For Lincoln Loud, surviving life in a house full of sisters means you always have to have a plan! Anyone who’s ever shared four walls and a roof can relate to and laugh at the extreme family dynamics of Lincoln Loud and his sisters.
Ever wonder what it’s like having a big family? Well, in The Loud House, 11-year-old Lincoln Loud gives viewers an inside look at what it takes to survive in the chaos of a huge household, especially as the only boy with 10 sisters - Lori, Leni, Luna, Luan, Lynn, Lucy, Lola, Lana, Lily, and Lisa! The trick to surviving is to remain calm, cool, and collected. But most importantly for Lincoln, you’ve got to have a plan. With all the chaos, and craziness, one thing is always for sure: there is never a dull moment in the Loud house.
As one of the longest-running animated series on Nickelodeon with 196 episodes, the property also has been translated into a comic book series, which continues to roll out new stories, chapter books, a digital album, and a podcast, Listen Out Loud, along with companion series The Casagrandes and multiple movies. The series is executive produced by Michael Rubiner. Kyle Marshall serves as co-executive producer, and Ashley Kliment-Baker is the art director.
The heroes in a half shell are back — but this time, they’re stranded across the river.
TMNT - Chrome Alone 2 - Lost in New Jersey | Paramount Pictures
Update (1/26/26): COWABUNGA! Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Chrome Alone 2 — Lost in New Jersey is now available to stream on Paramount+, under the Extra Features tab of TMNT: Mutant Mayhem! Get started at ParamountPlus.com.
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Chrome Alone 2 — Lost in New Jersey, directed by Kent Seki, takes the beloved characters out of their comfort zone and drops them into an unlikely setting. Mixing slapstick humor, gritty animation and unexpected heart, the short film follows the turtles as they attempt to navigate the Garden State after a mishap sends them far from their New York roots.
The animated short film’s premise adds a twist of intrigue: When a mysterious toy company exploits the turtles’ newfound fame with the Tubular Tortoise Karate Warriors, the brothers follow the clues to New Jersey, where they stumble upon a shocking discovery.
“We wanted to honor the Ninja Turtles’ history while asking what would happen if we put them somewhere completely unfamiliar,” Seki told Variety. “New Jersey became the perfect backdrop because it’s so close to New York, yet has its own energy and quirks that challenge the turtles in new ways.”
At its core, Chrome Alone 2 — Lost in New Jersey continues the franchise’s tradition of balancing martial arts action with outlandish comedy. Seki said the tone intentionally recalls the chaotic spirit of 1990s family movies while still appealing to a modern audience.
“I grew up loving both Home Alone and the Ninja Turtles, and this project became a way to smash those influences together,” he said. “The turtles are constantly in survival mode — but here, survival means figuring out the Jersey Turnpike.”
Seki, who has worked across both live action and animation, said directing a TMNT short allowed him to infuse personal touches while respecting the loyal fan base. “Whenever you work with characters as iconic as the turtles, you have to give fans the personalities they love — Leonardo’s discipline, Michelangelo’s humor, Donatello’s tech obsession, Raphael’s temper — but then ask, ‘How do we surprise people?’ For me, the surprise came from the setting and the way we used the animation style to heighten those contrasts.”
The animation combines stylized character design with photorealistic backgrounds, creating a world that feels both heightened and lived in. Seki credits his team of artists with pushing the medium forward: “It was about making the turtles pop against an environment that feels almost too real, so every pizza slice and sewer lid becomes a character in its own right.”
Chrome Alone 2 is already making a bit of history. The film has been selected for Variety’sPixels and Pencils, becoming the first animated short to be invited to the panel. The program highlights the year’s most innovative animated films, culminating in a directors roundtable discussion.
Though Chrome Alone 2 — Lost in New Jersey is a short film, Seki hints it may serve as a springboard for more stories that push the turtles into unexpected corners of the world. “I think audiences are hungry for new ways to experience these characters,” he said. “We’ll always love seeing them in New York, but throwing them somewhere unexpected opens the door to new humor, new stakes and new visual possibilities. If people connect with this one, I’d love to keep exploring that.”
With its inventive visuals, offbeat humor and affectionate nods to the franchise’s lore, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Chrome Alone 2 — Lost in New Jersey is poised to carve its own place in the turtles’ history — even if it has to take the long way back to New York to get there.
Fans can see Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Chrome Alone 2 — Lost in New Jersey in theaters from Friday, December 19, where it'll play with The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants.
TMNT - Chrome Alone 2 - Lost in New Jersey | Paramount Pictures
TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES CHROME ALONE 2: LOST IN NEW JERSEY
Release Date: In Theatres: Dec 19th, 2025
Synopsis: When a mysterious toy company seeks to profit off the turtles’ new hero status, the brothers follow the clues to New Jersey and make a shocking discovery in this all new original short.
Director: Kent Seki
Cast: Micah Abbey, Shamon Brown Jr., Nicolas Cantu, Brady Noon, Beck Bennett, Zach Woods
‘Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Chrome Alone 2 — Lost in New Jersey’ Director Unmasks the Half-Shell Heroes’ New Animated Short
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Chrome Alone 2 — Lost in New Jersey [Nickelodeon Movies / Point Grey Pictures]
This article was written for the
January ’26 issue of Animation Magazine (No. 355).
The success of the pizza-loving dudes’ 2024 movie Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem provided a unique opportunity for its director, Kent Seki, to step into the director’s chair for a new short, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Chrome Alone 2 — Lost in New Jersey. (If you’re wondering how you missed Chrome Alone 1, don’t worry — there isn’t one.)
The short finds Donatello, Michelangelo, Leonardo and Raphael shopping for a Christmas gift for their mentor, Splinter, when they come across some really shoddy bootleg Turtles toys. They track down the maker of the toys to a New Jersey factory and come face-to-face with Chrome Dome, an AI machine that has incorporated into its identity just about every comic-book origin story under the sun.
Seki had always been a fan of the Turtles franchise. “I collected the comic in 1984,” he says. “I was a huge Frank Miller fan at the time, and I couldn’t believe that somebody was doing a parody of Frank Miller, and I loved that comic.”
Perhaps the most AI-like aspect of the story is the villain’s hilarious backstory, which Seki describes as “the amalgamation of a lot of backstories and the worst version of every backstory.”
But that solution came somewhat late in production, Seki says. “We actually had a different version of it for most of the movie,” he says. “There was a character named Archibald Mirthmaker … who was the toy company founder who created Chrome Dome, first as a computer, almost like he was Steve Jobs. He wore a black turtleneck and glasses, and then he changed and converted into a robot.”
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Chrome Alone 2 — Lost in New Jersey [Nickelodeon Movies / Point Grey Pictures]
Bad Robot!
But something about it wasn’t right, and it was executive producer Ramsay McBean who suggested trying a funnier approach. “What if we made the backstory like as if he was an AI, a robot made it up using AI? And I thought that was a great idea,” Seki says.
Writer Andrew Joustra ran with the idea, with the storyboard artists taking it to another level and art director Garrett Lee incorporating it into the character’s look.
“We were going to do these vector-line graphics for his face, because it was based on old-school video games like Asteroids or Tempest from Atari,” Seki says. “It was Tiffany Lam, the production designer from the feature … We asked her, ‘What do you think of AI art?’ And she said there’s one word that comes to mind: tacky. And that became a driving factor.”
Inspirations included Terry Gilliam’s classic Monty Python cutout animation, modernized with 8-bit graphics like you remember from old Nintendo games. “It was a collective thing that happened, and that’s a great example of how the theme of AI brought us together to make something that was comedic and yet said something about the thing we were talking about,” Seki says.
The look of the short builds off Mutant Mayhem. Seki says they were looking at teenage art — the kind of stuff everyone drew in high school. “That was really driven by the production designer, Yashar Kassai, as well as Tiffany Lam, the art director, and Arthur Fong, the other art director,” he says. “We were building upon that, and in order to build upon that, we had to develop new shaders and tools to do Chrome Dome and to do metallic surfaces.”
“This is, again, that reaction to AI … How do we make the unconventional choice that relies more on the human eye than the computer tool to do what we want it to do?” — Director Kent Seki
Seki was going for a more organic look, relying upon Mikros Animation’s VFX supervisor, Matthieu Rouxel. “He’s like a magician … who came up with methods to make the CG look like a hand-drawn and hand-rendered reflection, with highlights that crawl across the surface of these metal things.”
He also compliments digital matte paint supervisor Arnaud Philippe-Giraux, who came up with the idea of using Grease Pencil in Blender to hand-draw crowds they couldn’t afford to render in CG.
“And this is, again, that reaction to AI,” Seki says. “How do we make the unconventional choice that relies more on the human eye than the computer tool to do what we want it to do?”
Seki says he’s pleased with the final film, which was well received at a recent screening at SCAD. “The main thing for me was [that] we turned it into a celebration of human creativity,” he says. “I think that’s one reason why the short is resonating with so many people.”
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Chrome Alone 2 — Lost in New Jersey plays with Paramount’s The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants in theaters beginning December 19.
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Universal Destinations & Experiences announced the attractions, shows, food & beverage and merchandise experiences that will be featured in the all new Universal Kids Resort – a regional theme park specifically designed for families with young children. The theme park will open in 2026 in Frisco, Texas.
Universal Kids Resort will feature seven themed lands including DreamWorks’ Shrek’s Swamp, Jurassic World Adventure Camp, Nickelodeon’s SpongeBob SquarePants Bikini Bottom, Illumination’s Minions vs. Minions: Bello Bay Club, DreamWorks’ TrollsFest, DreamWorks’ Puss in Boots Del Mar and the Isle of Curiosity.
“When creating Universal Kids Resort, we leaned into that childlike curiosity and invited play to be our guide,” said Molly Murphy, President of Universal Creative. “Every detail was designed through a child’s eyes from signs at their height to colors that invite them in. The result is a park that celebrates the joy of being a kid — where imagination isn’t just encouraged, it’s embedded in every attraction, space, and experience.”
Jurassic World Adventure Camp
At Jurassic World Adventure Camp, the curious Ankylosaurus, Bumpy, has gone missing, so families will zoom through twists, turns, peaks and valleys on Jurassic World: Cretaceous Coaster to help find her. Mr. DNA’s Double Helix Spin will take families on a twisting and turning journey. Kids and their grown-ups can also enjoy the Pteranodrop, an exciting ride that gives brave adventurers a bird’s eye view of the park from high above.
The Jurassic World Canteen will help tame T. rex-sized appetites for carnivores and herbivores alike. Jurassic World Outfitters will offer families the chance to gear up for some dinosaur-sized adventures with toys, accessories and more. From meeting a newly hatched baby dinosaur to climbing up the Jurassic World Lookout Towers play area or having fun at Paddock Play, kids and their grown-ups will have many ways to explore.
Nickelodeon’s SpongeBob SquarePants Bikini Bottom
Jellyfish Fields Jamboree will be a vibrant attraction where kids and their families hop aboard their very own Jelly Angler to bounce around with the one and only SpongeBob SquarePants. Barnacle Bus will showcase Bikini Bottom’s sights and residents while Bobbing Barrels will feature water cannons for families to blast water at each other as they spin around. Of course, no day would be complete in Bikini Bottom without a boating lesson, so Mrs. Puff’s Boating School will have the class taking a spin through her specially designed course.
Then for hungry Bikini Bottom visitors, Goofy Goober’s will offer guests chicken sandwiches, salads, hot dogs and sky-high sundaes. A sunken wooden treasure chest will be the home of Barg’N-Mart for all the nautical nonsense anyone could wish for, including sunny day apparel, toys, plush and more. With opportunities to meet SpongeBob SquarePants, Patrick Star and Sandy Cheeks, explore Mussel Beach for some rest and more, it’ll be the best day ever.
DreamWorks’ Shrek’s Swamp
The attraction Shrek & Fiona’s Happily Ogre After will take kids and their families on a special ride through the story of how Shrek met Fiona. Built by Shrek for their triplets, families will ride along to relive the quest to rescue Princess Fiona, with help from Donkey of course.
For ogre-sized appetites, Shrek’s triplets’ favorite eats will be served at Swamp Snacks including the Shrekzel. For swamp apparel, accessories and plush for the whole family, Triplets Treasures will allow parents to shop for themselves along with matching and complementary outfits for their growing ogres. Kids and their grown-ups will also have a chance to meet Shrek and Fiona. Two interactive play areas, Shrek’s Swamp Rompin’ Stomp and Shrek’s Swamp Splash & Smash, will allow kids to stomp and/or splash away.
Illumination’s Minions vs. Minions: Bello Bay Club
Next, guests step into the mayhem of a spirited water battle, full of unexpected surprises that only Illumination’s iconic Minions can deliver. Grab a water blaster and join the action.
A game of golf and a boat cruise are far from relaxing at the Minions Bello Bay Club. Find yourself in the splash zone on the Bello Bay Cruise as you witness the antics between the Yellow Minions and their Purple counterparts.
Then, take the wheel and hold on tight as the competition spins out of control at the Bello Bay Golf Cart Derby.
Choose your side with pride by visiting Bello Bay Boutique and fashion yourself with Team Yellow, Team Purple, and other themed merchandise. And after all that mischief, you can recharge at Bello Bay Bites with some tasty Minion-themed snacks. Capture the fun with photos at the Minion meet and greet, discover playful Minion moments, and experience surprising water features at Illumination’s Minions vs. Minions: Bello Bay Club.
DreamWorks’ TrollsFest
For even more fun, kids and their families can move, giggle and groove at King Trollex Techno Dance Party, an indoor interactive experience, or lead sound check and learn dance moves at a Trolls-themed amphitheater stage show. They can also hop on board Rhonda’s TrollsFest Express to twist and turn through the festival grounds on an armadillo bus ride, and they can soar above TrollsFest on the colorful ride Hair in the Clouds, featuring a mix of flower-faced balloons.
Then for TrollsFest food, Trolls Eatz! will serve up a symphony of flavors in family-approved bites. BroZone Cones will offer ice cream from TrollsFest’s coolest boy band. To get ready to take center stage, Sparkle Shine Glitter Glow will offer the unique Troll-ify Me! experience, the ultimate Trolls makeover for kids’ and grown-ups’ hair to be in the clouds and their sparkles to be loud via headbands, apparel, make-up and more. For those looking for a more subtle look, Mr. Dinkles’ Market will feature colorful, concert-ready t-shirts, souvenirs and more. Families can also meet Poppy, Branch and the rest of the DreamWorks’ Trolls gang, and two interactive play areas, Poppy’s Playland and Trolls Critter Crawl, will offer good Trolls-fashioned fun.
DreamWorks’ Puss in Boots Del Mar
Small heroes unite at DreamWorks’ Puss in Boots Del Mar where Swings Over Del Mar will have guests flying high. Kids and their families can also enjoy Mama Luna’s Adopt a Kitty Day! where they’ll be able to see Puss in Boots in his greatest adventure yet as he returns to the village of Del Mar for a spectacularly silly puppet performance.
For small heroes’ appetites, Comidas y Leche will serve up Puss in Boots’ approved eats. Then, purr-fect apparel awaits in Mercado de Perrito while candies and treats will make Tienda de Dulces the sweetest spot in Del Mar. Families can also meet the fearless hero himself along with Mama Luna, Perrito and friends. In addition to the park’s many play areas, Universal Kids Resort will feature multiple sensory gardens designed to give children and families opportunities to pause, reset, and connect.
Isle of Curiosity
The Isle of Curiosity will serve as the gateway to the other themed lands at Universal Kids Resort. Gabby’s Cat-Tastic Dance Party! will allow kids and their families to boogie with Gabby from DreamWorks’ Gabby’s Dollhouse. Cakey’s Cupcakes will serve up a variety of cupcakes in chocolate, vanilla and rainbow while the Universal Kids Resort Café will be a colorful spot to fuel up whether it’s sitting down and relaxing or grabbing bites for the road. The flagship Universal Kids Resort Store will be the one-stop-shop for gearing up for the day or finding best-of-the best from each themed land and a variety of merch inspired by Gabby’s Dollhouse to dress the part for their meow-zing adventures ahead.
“Universal Kids Resort is a place where kids are accepted just as they are, free to dance, dream, and play without limits or judgment,” said Brian Robinson, Executive Vice President and Chief Creative Officer at Universal Creative. “For many, it will be the first time the worlds they’ve only seen on screen come vividly to life — moments that ignite creativity, confidence, and joy. It celebrates all the best parts of being a kid, the laughter, the curiosity, the courage to be unapologetically yourself, and in doing so, invites a new generation into the incredible thrills of Universal.”
Universal Kids Resort Hotel
As a place to stay and relax just steps away from the park, Universal Kids Resort Hotel was designed with families in mind. Rooms will sleep up to five or six guests. Standard Queen, Deluxe Queen and Signature Queen rooms will each offer a twin-over-full bunk bed and a queen bed. Family suites will offer a king bed in a separate bedroom, a queen pullout sofa and a twin-over-twin bunk bed along with an eating area.
Curiosity Café will be a quick service restaurant offering hotel guests meals throughout the day. A full-service bar, outdoor pool, fitness room and a game room will round out the hotel amenities.
To stay updated on all of Universal Kids Resort’s newest developments, visit UniversalKidsResort.com.
Illumination’s Minions vs. Minions: Bello Bay Club (Rendering)
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Universal Kids Resort Hotel Family Suite
Universal Kids Resort Hotel Guest Room
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Real Families Get a Sneak Peek at the New Universal Kids Resort! | Universal Kids
Universal Kids Resort is an all-new theme park opening in Frisco, Texas in 2026. Specifically designed and developed for families with young children, this one-of-a-kind resort will inspire the unbridled creativity of kids through play, discovery, and imagination in a way that engages the whole family. With seven amazing themed lands filled with kid-friendly rides, character meet and greets, playful interactive shows, and more, it’s the place where kids rule the day. Guests will explore lands foxr Jurassic World, SpongeBob SquarePants, and Illumination’s Minions, as well as colorful and immersive areas dedicated to DreamWorks’ Shrek, Puss in Boots, Trolls, and Gabby’s Dollhouse.
Universal Kids Resort is Coming in 2026 to Frisco, Texas
Universal Kids Resort is a brand-new children-focused theme park and entertainment resort currently under construction in Frisco, Texas. Scheduled to open in May 2026, this 32-acre destination will become the sixth Universal resort worldwide and the third in the United States.
Designed specifically for families with young children, Universal Kids Resort will feature immersive lands inspired by some of Universal’s most popular franchises, including Gabby’s Dollhouse, Trolls, Shrek and Puss in Boots, Jurassic World Camp Cretaceous, SpongeBob SquarePants, and Despicable Me. The resort will also include a five-story, 300-room on-site hotel.
The project was first announced on January 11, 2023, as a brand-new concept resort aimed at younger guests. Construction began in November 2023, with an estimated cost of approximately $ 550 million. The official nameof Universal Kids Resort was revealed on December 1, 2023. The park is timed to open ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which will bring major international attention to the region.
The park will feature seven themed lands arranged clockwise from the entrance, offering a mix of family-friendly rides, live entertainment, interactive experiences, and gentle thrills, including swing rides, water attractions, spinning rides, and two junior roller coasters.
Themed lands and highlights include
Isle of Curiosity inspired by Gabby’s Dollhouse
TrollsFest featuring Rhonda’s Trollfest Express and live music experiences
Shrek’s Swamp with playful attractions themed to Shrek and Fiona
Puss in Boots Del Mar with swing rides and character-driven shows
Jurassic World Adventure Camp featuring the Cretaceous Coaster and dinosaur-themed attractions
SpongeBob SquarePants, Bikini Bottom, bringing Bikini Bottom to life
Minions vs Minions Bello Bay Club with water rides and family attractions
Universal Kids Resort represents a major expansion for Universal Destinations and Experiences and marks the company’s first theme park designed entirely for younger guests.
