For the past decade or so, Power Rangers fans have been in a near constant state of "is the show cancelled?" From Operation Overdrive to the newest season, Super Ninja Steel, fans have continually wondered if the show would be ending. Well, those worries can be put to rest once again. In a post (now deleted) from Power Rangers casting director Iris Hampton, it seems a new season will be heading our way soon!
"We will begin casting soon for another amazing season of Power Rangers! Contact your agents and managers for details in mid-March. Would love to see great young talent proficient in martial arts, gymnastics, acrobatics, or dance."
Hampton has been involved with the show since the beloved Power Rangers In Space, so it is more than legit.
Previously in an interview with AucklandNZ we learned that Executive Producer Chip Lynn and the Saban team were, "starting to develop the next season" but this casting announcement is the first concrete move to a new season happening.
It should be noted that usually by this time in the past few years we've gotten the announcement of a new season or at least trademarks showing the new season's name. We haven't received any of those just yet, which was causing the latest round of worries from Power Rangers fans.
There's still no indication where or when this new season will air. The partnership Saban has with Nickelodeon hasn't been extended at the time of posting, so it's up in the air what network the season could end up on. There's also zero confirmation on what Super Sentai season the new season will take footage from, although there are two real options - there are two recent seasons that have yet to be adapted into a Power Rangers show.
The most likely option for Saban is Uchu Sentai Kyuranger, which is the 41st season of the long-running show. The show is heavily favored due to its space theme and the sheer number of Rangers. The show would be the first to use a space theme since Power Rangers Lost Galaxy, and would also serve as a nice contrast to the current Super Ninja Steel. It also features 12 Rangers, which translates into all kinds of toy opportunities. Bandai America also has direct input on the designs for the series.
Plus, it was received really well in Japan, and the premise should go over well internationally too, as it deals with alien invaders taking over the world, awakening nine of the most powerful heroes to save it.
If Saban goes another route, it will likely go with Doubutsu Sentai Zyuohger, the 40th season. Zyuohger has an animal theme, with a few video game elements thrown in for good measure. The show features around 9 Rangers, and the premise could go over well, but it isn't as surefire a premise as Kyuranger.
It will be interesting to see which way Saban goes.
In the meantime, you can catch Power Rangers Super Ninja Steel on Nickelodeon USA Saturdays at 12 pm ET/PT!
CASHMERE, Wash. — Crunch Pak®, the sliced apple specialist, entered into a relationship with Nickelodeon, the number one entertainment brand for kids, that allows the company to feature characters from the network’s popular preschool series PAW Patrol on healthy snacks trays sold at Walmart stores nationwide.
The line will launch with two snack pack trays, one contains apples, Cheddar cheese, caramels and cinnamon dog bone cookies; the second includes apples, string cheese, grapes, and cinnamon dog bone cookies.
“Crunch Pak is thrilled to begin this new relationship with Nickelodeon,” said Megan Wade, marketing and product manager. “PAW Patrol is sweeping the nation; the positive impact can be seen across the store. It’s a fun way to teach children healthy food choices.”
The snack trays started shipping Jan. 1, and will be featured in the “Bright Ideas New Product” showcase at the South East Produce Council Southern Exposure and in Crunch Pak’s booth #236. For more information about the company visit www.crunchpak.com.
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About Crunch Pak®.
Crunch Pak® is the industry leader in fresh sliced apples. Founded in 2000, Crunch Pak® is committed to providing the highest quality organic and conventional sliced apples in the market. Crunch Pak’s family of brands includes Crunch Pak with Disney and Crunch Pak® Organics. The primary distribution is via retail channels; annually Crunch Pak creates more than 1 billion apple slices at plants in Cashmere, Wash., and New Jersey.
NICKTOONS UK PREMIERES OUT-OF-THIS-WORLD COMPETITION SERIES
MASSIVE MONSTER MAYHEM, MONDAY 26TH FEBRUARY 2018
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UK - Nickelodeon takes rivalry to a whole new dimension in the brand-new, sci-fi competition series Massive Monster Mayhem (20 half-hour episodes), premiering Monday 26th February 2018 at 6:00pm on Nicktoons UK & Ireland. Co-created by Artur Spigel (founder of 7ate9 Entertainment) and Michael Chaves, and produced by DHX Media, the CGI-animated series features live-action gameplay by real-life kids who compete in futuristic athletic challenges for a chance to win prizes and save the Earth from total destruction. Massive Monster Mayhem will air weekdays at 6:00pm on Nicktoons UK & Eire, with encores airing weekends at 10:30am and 7:30pm.
In each episode of Massive Monster Mayhem, three real-life kid heroes are placed in a fictional alternate universe to compete in a gauntlet of intergalactic challenges in order to become Earth’s champion. Contestants are eliminated through a series of three rounds, which culminate when the last player standing faces off against one of overlord Master Mayhem’s monsters to save the planet. Each action-packed episode features two hosts who provide fun commentary during gameplay and non-stop hijinks from Master Mayhem and his monsters. Massive Monster Mayhem is executive produced by Spigel, together with Steven DeNure, Anne Loi, Asaph Fipke, Ken Faier, and Josh Scherba of DHX Media.
Below is a list of the currently announced brand-new episodes of Massive Monster Mayhem that will air on Nicktoons UK & Ireland:
Monday 26th February 2018 - Birthday Bash: Master Mayhem celebrates his birthday with his Monster Superstars, while sending Dome Ditty Dome, powered by a slice of birthday cake, to conquer Earth. Best B-Day gift ever!
Tuesday 27th February 2018 - Going Viral: When Master Mayhem's new viral video #fails, he tries to delete the whole internet by sending Teensy the Tri-Terror-Tops to crush Planet Earth.
Wednesday 28th February 2018 - Our Creature Presentation: Master Mayhem's newest monster escapes and runs wild in his Space Condo, while Macho Cheese hopes to conquer Planet Earth and cover us all in cheese.
Thursday 1st March 2018 - That's the Picket: When Master Mayhem's monsters go on strike, he summons ancient monster superstar, Eye Eye Eye, to conquer Earth so he doesn't have to!
Friday 2nd March 2018 - Keeping it Virtual: When Master Mayhem becomes obsessed with a new VR video game, he sends Major Disappointment to make sure Earth is Game Over.
Massive Monster Mayhem originally launched on Nicktoons in the U.S. in October 2017, garnering solid ratings among the network’s audience. Following the shows successful launch, Nickelodeon International recently picked up Massive Monster Mayhem season one for more than 140 territories. As part of the new agreement, the mayhem will be rolling out on Nickelodeon’s international channels throughout 2018.
DHX Brands, the dedicated brand management and consumer products arm of DHX Media, has appointed Alpha Group as its global toy licensee, excluding Asia, for Massive Monster Mayhem. Massive Monster Mayhem merchandise being developed by Alpha Group includes “larger-than-life” inflatable role-play toys and dress up items as well as action figures, radio control toys, plush and board games inspired by the action-packed and hilarious series.
In additional news, Nicktoons UK & Ireland will start to air Mysticons weekdays at 8:30pm.
About DHX Brands
DHX Brands is the dedicated brand management and consumer products arm of DHX Media Ltd. (TSX: DHX.A, DHX.B; NASDAQ: DHXM), one of the world’s leading children’s content and brands companies. DHX Brands specializes in creating, building and maintaining high-profile global entertainment brands within the children’s and young adult markets. With expertise in brand development, licensing, marketing and creative, we build and manage brands that captivate and inspire through engaging content, first-class distribution, quality consumer products, immersive live experiences and digital media. DHX Brands’ world-class portfolio includes Peanuts, Teletubbies, Strawberry Shortcake, Twirlywoos and In the Night Garden. DHX Brands has operations in London, Toronto, New York, Los Angeles and Hong Kong.
About 7ate9 Entertainment
Based in Hollywood, California, 7ate9 Entertainment is a leading kids’ content company that creates breakthrough original series for every platform. With over 20 years on the forefront of kids’ entertainment, 7ate9 works with Disney, Viacom, Warner Brothers, Universal, Sony and others to create modern content for a new global audience of kids. Creators of Make Your Mark, Leo Little’s Big Show, and the Emmy award-winning Disney Channel Games, 7ate9 has also has had the privilege to work on global franchises like Mickey Mouse, Disney Princess, and Looney Tunes, among many others.
About Nicktoons UK
Available in over 13 million homes, Nicktoons showcases the world’s best comedy animation. Launched in 2002 and part of the Nickelodeon network of channels, Nicktoons broadcasts the very best in funny cartoons to audiences across the UK and Ireland, featuring top shows such as SpongeBob SquarePants, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, The Loud House and Fairly OddParents. More information is available at nicktoons.co.uk. Nicktoons is available on Sky 606, Virgin 717 and through BT Vision.
About Nickelodeon UK
The Nickelodeon Network is a top-performing commercial kids TV network in the UK and Ireland with Nickelodeon channels available in over 13 million cable and satellite homes. Having launched in 1993 Nickelodeon UK comprises seven dedicated entertainment channels for kids aged 4-15 and their families, and is a joint venture between Viacom International Media Networks and BSkyB.
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Nickelodeon Celebrates SpongeBob SquarePants with “I ❤ SpongeBob” Week Beginning Monday, Feb. 12, at 4:00 P.M. (ET/PT)
All-star Superfans Nick Cannon, JoJo Siwa, Jace Norman, Fall Out Boy, and More Dive in to Their Favorite SpongeBob Moments
During Daily Marathons of Classic Fan-Favorite Episodes, Leading into All-New Premieres
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Starting Monday, Feb. 12, Nickelodeon’s “I ❤ SpongeBob” week will showcase fans’ love for SpongeBob SquarePants like never before when celebrities, Nick stars and real kids come together to celebrate everyone’s favorite yellow invertebrate and all his Bikini Bottom friends. Classic fan-favorite SpongeBob SquarePants episodes will marathon daily from 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. (ET/PT), with brand-new episodes premiering each night at 6:00 p.m. (ET/PT) through Friday, Feb. 16.
From their favorite characters and episodes to the pop culture phenomena of songs, scenes, GIFs and memes that have infiltrated the internet and beyond, “I ❤ SpongeBob” will feature commentaries, re-enactments, personal stories and hysterical observations from a variety of all-star superfans, including: Nick Cannon, Fall Out Boy, Jace Norman (Henry Danger), Lizzy Greene (Nicky, Ricky, Dicky & Dawn), Kira Kosarin (The Thundermans), JoJo Siwa (Lip Sync Battle Shorties), Cree Cicchino (Game Shakers), Nico Tortorella (Younger), SpongeBob SquarePants voice cast members Tom Kenny (SpongeBob), Bill Fagerbakke (Patrick), Rodger Bumpass (Squidward), Carolyn Lawrence (Sandy), Clancy Brown (Mr. Krabs) and many more.
The first brand-new episode, “Chatterbox Gary,” premieres on Monday, Feb. 12, at 6:00 p.m. (ET/PT) with guest star Keith David (Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles) voicing Gary. In the episode, Gary has a pet translation collar and he’s talking up a storm. Everyone loves it… except for Squidward. Click HERE for a clip from the episode.
Classic episodes to air during “I ❤ SpongeBob” include: the pilot, “Help Wanted,” where SpongeBob interviews for his job at the Krusty Krab; “Band Geeks,” when Squidward tried to create a marching band; “F.U.N.,” which features the ever-popular “The F.U.N. Song;” “Ripped Pants,” where SpongeBob rips his pants to make everyone laugh and more.
Viewers can visit the SpongeBob SquarePants page on Nick.com and the Nick App, along with the SpongeBob Facebook page and SpongeBob Instagram, to get an exclusive look at the series. Episodes of SpongeBob SquarePants are currently available on the Nick App and Nick.com, for download on iOS, Apple TV, Amazon Fire TV, Roku, Android, and Android TV and Nick On Demand. Episodes are available for purchase on iTunes, Amazon, Google Play, Vudu, Xbox, PlayStation and Verizon.
Booyakasha! Everyone’s favorite mutated reptiles are making their way to Injustice 2 next week, dude! Warner Bros and NetherRealm Studios have officially released the gameplay trailer showcasing the latest addition to the DC-centric fighting game: the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. Unlike the previous teaser trailer, this new video shows us exactly how the four heroes in a half shell fight, and it’s totally tubular! In it, we see a showcase of each of the four warriors: Michelangelo, Donatello, Leonardo, and Raphael.
The official YouTube channel for Injustice 2 also confirmed that the Turtles went on a one-way trip to DC’s multiverse following a battle with Krang. And while this isn’t the TMNT’s world, they’re going to make themselves right at home alongside some of the most iconic heroes and villains in comics. In this trailer, the Turtles take turns wailing on the bad guys while each of the four brothers gets his moment in the spotlight.
As detailed in today’s press release, players can choose which turtle to play as through the game’s gear customization system. By equipping swords, a bo staff, nunchucks, or sais, users can change their character loadout and play as Leonardo, Donatello, Michelangelo, and Raphael. If you select a loadout in which you equipped swords, you'll control Leo in battle. One with a staff will be Donnie, and so on. Each character will each play as their own distinct characters, complete with unique move sets, character powers and special moves. Since loadouts are unavailable in online and tournament modes, players can select each individual brother from the character select screen.
The video also shows how other members of the turtles gang fly in to finish attacks and extend combos by way of an assist. Michelangelo can kick his skateboard across the screen. Donatello, who wields a enticing bo staff, has longer reach than the other turtles. Leonardo can chuck ninja stars, whereas Raphael looks like he's mostly about being up close and personal. Raphael’s super move features contributions from all three of his brothers for a large team shellshock attack, with each doing damage to the enemy with their signature weapons before shouting "Shell Shock!" and smashing their shells into the airborne opponent. It also appears that each of the Turtles summon their brothers to perform assist attacks during the course of a match. That may add another dimension of strategy to the game, and fans are eager to see more of the Turtles in play. Also, it is thought that Raphael’s victory screen is a Easter egg paying homage to Mortal Kombat‘s infamous “toasty!” meme.
Expect the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles to kick shell on Tuesday, February 13 for players who own the Injustice 2 Ultimate Edition, Injustice 2 Ultimate Pack or Fighter Pack #3. They will become available as standalone DLC starting on Tuesday, February 20 from the PlayStation Store, Xbox Store, Steam, or Microsoft Store for $9.99 USD; £11.9 GBP.
The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles have previously shared countless games with DC Comics characters so it’s a lot of fun to see them brought together like this. This almost feels like a natural extension of the recent Batman/Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles comics. In those books, the Turtles also fight Batman and other DC characters. From the sneak-peeks, it looks like the NetherRealm team went with Steve Barron’s designs featured in the very first live-action TMNT movie. This makes some kind of sense given how those designs blend nicely with the art style of Injustice 2.
