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Steven Universe Spin Off Lars of the Stars Gets Exciting Update

TMB — Thu, 09 Apr 2026 17:21:42 +0000

Fans of Steven Universe breathed a sigh of relief when writer Ian Jones Quartey answered a question on X. He wrote, “Yes, we are still working on Lars of the Stars but I don’t have any news to share yet. Hopefully soon!” This short reply sparked a wave of hope across the community. The confirmation ...

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Iyanu Cast on Representation, Family, and Taking Up Space

Anthony Whyte — Tue, 01 Apr 2025 17:00:12 +0000

Iyanu Cast on Representation, Family, and Taking Up Space Iyanu, the animated series rooted in Nigerian mythology, is gearing up to premiere on Cartoon Network and stream on Max this April—and from what I’ve seen, it’s exactly the kind of story we’ve been waiting for. A Show That Centers Black Identity During the recent virtual ...

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Iyanu Animated Series: A Groundbreaking African Fantasy Adventure

Naliaah — Mon, 31 Mar 2025 15:00:49 +0000

The Iyanu Animated Series takes place over five hundred years after the Age of Wonders – a time when the Divine Ones blessed humanity with spiritual, structural, and technological marvels. But in the blink of an eye, it all vanished, leaving behind remnants of an ancient civilization. As humankind moves forward, culture becomes knowledge, knowledge ...

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Iyanu Brings an All-Nigerian Voice Cast to Cartoon Network and MAX

Anthony Whyte — Wed, 26 Mar 2025 15:00:35 +0000

A Milestone for African Animation The animated world is about to get a serious upgrade in representation, thanks to Iyanu, the upcoming superhero series set to debut on Cartoon Network and MAX. Based on the Iyanu: Child of Wonder graphic novel by Nigerian creator Roye Okupe, this series isn’t just another animated show—it’s a game-changer. ...

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#RIPCartoonNetwork: Saved Us Back in The Day, Now Needs Saving?

Anthony Whyte — Tue, 09 Jul 2024 02:10:20 +0000

In a world where animation has always been a comfort food for our eyes, it’s heartbreaking to see #RIPCartoonNetwork trending. But what’s cooking behind the scenes? Remember that mini-golden age of cartoons during the pandemic? We’re talking epic shows like Invincible and X-Men ’97, keeping us glued to our screens. Seemed like animation was booming, ...

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