The Making of the Avatar Aang Movie | Braving the Elements S5 Ep 1 | Avatar Legends
We're finally able to talk about the Avatar Aang: The Last Airbender movie! Janet and Dante reunite with Avatar creators Mike DiMartino and Bryan Konietzko along with the film's director Lauren Montgomery to discuss what it was like to develop an Avatar project of this scale. How is making an 85 minute film different from creating a season of television? And how did they find the version of the story with the strongest emotional journey for Aang?
The adventure continues when Max & the Midknights returns for season two, premiering Monday, October 5 on TeenNick! The 10-episode second season of Nickelodeon’s hit CG-animated series will launch with three episodes, airing at 12:12 p.m., 12:38 p.m. and at 1:04 p.m. (ET), respectively. The show follows Max, a determined 10-year-old girl with big dreams of becoming a knight, as she leads her friends on epic adventures filled with excitement, bravery, and lots of fun.
Update (9/26):Max & the Midknights season three will premiere Friday, October 9 at 12:38 p.m.!
A faraway kingdom holds fantastical, heartfelt, and humorous journeys in Nickelodeon’s CG-animated series Max & the Midknights. Based on the best-selling children's books by acclaimed author and cartoonist Lincoln Peirce (Big Nate), the show follows an adventurous 10-year-old named Max who embarks on a quest with her newfound friends to save the Kingdom of Byjovia from ominous forces.
Throughout the show's freshman series, Max leads the rest of the Midknights on challenging quests filled with all-new original songs. After King Gastley steals the throne and forces an unjust rule on the Kingdom of Byjovia, Max must come to the rescue to overthrow the power-hungry foe. With her friends and Uncle Budrick by her side, Max’s courageous spirit won’t back down no matter how difficult the quest gets.
The series has been renewed through to season four, with the series totaling 40 episodes.
Monday, October 5, 2026 at 12:12 p.m. - So Slayeth the Prophecy: Max comes face-to-face with an imprisoned dragon and is forced to decide between slaying the dragon to fulfil the prophecy, or doing the right thing and freeing him, even if it means putting her dreams of becoming a knight on hold. (#201; season two premiere)
Monday, October 5, 2026 at 12:38 p.m. - Here Be Dragons: As Max is trapped in a haunting fever dream, the rest of the Midknights find themselves in the magical home of dragons, where they must race against the clock to find a way to save Max from the venom that is quickly taking hold. (#202)
Monday, October 5, 2026 at 1:04 p.m. - Thoroughly Malevolent Millie: Max is re-energized to find King Conrad and save Byjovia, but the Midknights' quest is interrupted by a strange boy trapped in a tower. Meanwhile, Millie deals with the repercussions of using dark magic. (#203)
Fens & Enemies: As Max and the Midknights struggle to complete their quest, Mumblin reappears with shocking news, revealing the truth about King Conrad's disappearance, and they soon learn that the threat to Byjovia is even closer than they thought! (#204)
Dark Knight of the Soul: As Max reels from failing her quest and losing Mumblin, she loses all hope, and it's down to Uncle Budrick to inspire her not to give up. Meanwhile, Millie grows closer to Fendra, and learns how she came to be an all-powerful sorceress. (#205)
Homeward Bound: With renewed hope, Max, Simon, and Uncle Budrick are ready to take back Byjovia! There's just one problem - Kevyn is missing! Meanwhile, Fendra traverses her old haunts looking for ingredients for her evil spell. (#206)
And Joust Like That...: Max, Simon, Kevyn, and Uncle Budrick infiltrate Byjovia in disguise - but their plan goes awry when they're swept into Fendra's tournament to find a true knight's courage. A tiny Alice and Nolan attempt to cross the throne room. (#207)
Before the Storm: Newly reunited, Max & the Midknights break into the castle to find King Conrad and encounter an unexpected obstacle. Meanwhile, Fendra finds her courage, as the tournament comes to a shocking close. (#208)
Battle for Byjovia: In a battle of good vs. evil, Max & the Midknights team up with some unexpected allies to take Fendra down once and for all. But their plans are thwarted when Fendra reveals a few tricks up her sleeve that put all of Byjovia in danger. (#209)
A True Knight's Courage: In a heart-pounding finale, Fendra completes her spell and reigns supreme over Byjovia. The Midknights struggle to regroup after Max takes a devastating blow. (#210; season two finale)
The voice cast behind the Midknights, a group of misfits each with their own unique talent, include: Blu del Barrio (Star Trek: Discovery) as Max, a brave and determined girl ready to take on any challenge headed her way; Melissa VillaseƱor (Saturday Night Live) as Millie, a wacky yet super positive girl who brings the power of magic to the Midknights; Zeno Robinson (Transformers: EarthSpark) as Simon, Millie’s street-savvy and sometimes sarcastic companion; and Caleb Yen (Beyblade X) as Kevyn, the bookish genius with a photographic memory. Together, the group accomplishes nearly everything that they set their mind to achieve.
Alongside the Midknights, Jeremy Rowley (iCarly) lends his voice as Uncle Budrick, Max’s lovably silly parental figure and professional troubadour, Gary Anthony Williams (Central Park) voices Mumblin, a famous retired magician who helps guide the Midknights on their quests, Brian Stepanek (The Loud House) voices King Gastley, the nefarious ruler of Byjovia, willing to do whatever it takes to maintain his throne, and India de Beaufort (It’s Pony) voices Fendra, a dark sorceress working for King Gastley.
Produced by Nickelodeon Animation in Burbank, Max & the Midknights (20 episodes across two 10-episode seasons) is executive produced by Lincoln Peirce (Big Nate) and Jane Startz (Ella Enchanted). Sharon Flynn (All Hail King Julien) and David Skelly (Toy Story 2) serve as co-executive producers and showrunners. Development and production is overseen by Claudia Spinelli, Senior Vice President, TV Series Animation, Nickelodeon, Nathan Schram, Vice President, Development, Nickelodeon Animation, and Stephanie Alpert, Vice President, Production, Nickelodeon Animation. The series is distributed by Paramount Global Content Distribution.
Max & the Midknights (Music from the Series), an album featuring songs from Nickelodeon's original animated series is available to listen to today through Republic Records: Kids & Family.
Max & the Midknights season one is available to stream on Paramount+.
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.
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.
Order Up! Garfield – Escape from Monday is Out Now
The wait is over – grab your lasagna and get ready to escape Monday for good in this 3D platforming adventure
Microids/OSome Studio
PARIS (September 24, 2026) – Microids and OSome Studio are thrilled to announce that Garfield – Escape from Monday is now available on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and PC. Get your lasagna ready (and hide the spinach), because Garfield’s unforgettable journey, as dynamic as it is delicious, is finally here for everyone to enjoy. Mondays will never be the same again.
More than just a colorful adventure, Garfield – Escape from Monday captures the spirit of one of the world’s most beloved entertainment franchises in an all-new interactive experience. Designed to delight longtime fans of Jim Davis’s signature “cattitude” and welcoming a new generation of players, Garfield – Escape from Monday breaks the mold.
Players will master the technicality of feline movements, harness special abilities tied to 3 exclusive costumes and face off with a variety of formidable bosses throughout their journey. With memorable characters, inventive challenges and a surreal story through the mind of Garfield, this story into the heart of the nightmare promises to be a thrilling ride for players worldwide.
Microids/OSome Studio
Red Alert: A Nightmare in the Kitchen... and in His Sleep!
For Garfield, spending most of his time sleeping is part of the routine. But spiraling into a bizarre nightmare full of vegetables, sugar-free candies and other unimaginable horrors, even the world’s laziest cat knows something is wrong!
After Jon feeds him spinach lasagna inspired by Chef Monday’s recipe, Garfield falls into a deep sleep. For Garfield to wake up from the nightmare and reactivate his taste buds, he must embark on a deliciously chaotic adventure, where players will explore worlds packed with enemies, challenges and lasagna.
Thankfully, Garfield can rely on Jon and his friends Odie, Arlene and Pookie, as well as a collection of special costumes, including turkey, surfer and cowboy – each with its own unique skill – to overcome the dangers lurking within Garfield’s dreams.
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Watch the launch trailer
In Garfield – Escape from Monday, players can:
Move Like a Cat: Jump, climb the walls, curl up into a ball… You will always land on your feet!
Embody Garfield in Every Form: Go airborne dressed as a turkey, slide on the water like a surfer and swing with your cowboy lasso!
All the Garfield Cast is Here: Jon will be here to help you in your quest, along with Odie and Pookie. But beware of Garfield’s archenemies, Nermal and Squeak!
Explore Lively Worlds: 3 worlds and over 40 levels filled with enemies to fight and lasagna to devour. The More You Eat, the More Rooms You Edit! Gather tons of delicious collectibles to keep your morale and help refurbish Jon’s house with all kinds of surprising items.
Garfield – Escape from Monday combines the franchise’s universal humor with OSome Studio’s expertise in action/platform games, offering a colorful adventure for players of all ages.
Garfield – Escape from Monday is now available on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and PC.
Microids is a French video game publisher founded in 1985, which has established itself as a key international player in the industry. Its editorial strategy focuses on two main areas: adventure games and games designed for hardcore players. By collaborating with renowned studios and creators, Microids offers immersive experiences based on popular licenses, allowing players to experience brand-new adventures alongside iconic characters.
About Garfield
Created by cartoonist Jim Davis, Garfield is the most widely syndicated comic strip in the world. With his irresistible "cattitude", Garfield is undeniably himself—selfish, sarcastic, lazy... yet surprisingly lovable. Since its creation in 1978, this iconic cat has spawned numerous movies, TV series, stage shows, and merchandise. It has also received four Emmy Awards for Outstanding Animated Program. Today, Garfield-related content is broadcast in 80 countries and has generated over $3 billion in retail sales to date. In 2019, Paramount Global acquired Paws, Inc., the company holding the rights to the Garfield franchise.
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Paramount Products & Experiences oversees all licensing, merchandising, and location-based experiences for Paramount, a Skydance Corporation a leading next generation global media and entertainment company. The division brings to life iconic franchises and beloved characters through innovative products and immersive experiences across categories including toys, apparel, publishing, food and beverage, theme parks, hotels, cruises, attractions, and live entertainment. Its global portfolio is powered by content from brands such as Nickelodeon, Paramount Pictures, CBS, MTV, Comedy Central, and Paramount+, and fan-favorite franchises like PAW Patrol, SpongeBob SquarePants, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Star Trek and Yellowstone. To explore our range of consumer products and Paramount-branded merchandise, visit ParamountShop.com.
