CN Features Alfred E. Neuman and Brain Freezes Tonight
Have you seen the hilarious promo for tonight's episode of Regular Show? Everyone is taking turns slurping a slushie to get a brain freeze. Even Pops gets in on the act; that would be a ginormous headache for a ginormous head. See what else is on Cartoon Network tonight.
Adventure Time at 7:30 p.m. ET - In "The Suitor," Peppermint Butler thinks Princess Bubblegum is spending too much time in her lab and decides she needs a suitor.
Regular Show at 8:00 p.m. ET - In "Cool Cubed," the guys need to unfreeze Thomas' brain after he chugs a slushy.
MAD (pictured above) at 8:30 p.m. ET - In "G.I.E.I. Joe/ Dog with a Captain's Log," the G.I. Joes recruit some help from the farm. Then, the Starship Enterprise has a hairy new crew member. Plus Alfred E. Neuman and "Spy vs. Spy."
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Annoying Orange Season 2 Tonight
Cartoon Network's nails-on-a-chalkboard hit cartoon, Annoying Orange, is ready to kick-off a second season of antics tonight at 7:30 p.m. ET. During its first season, Annoying Orange averaged close to two million viewers for all of its premiere episodes. Now Orange, his popular produce pals, and Nerville, the proprietor of a fruit stand (played by Toby Turner), are back with new episodes and a slate of featured guest voices including Dave Grohl, Kylie Minogue, Kellan Lutz, Olivia Munn, Rainn Wilson, Al Yankovic, Gilbert Gottfried, David Cross, Jack McBrayer, Carl Edwards, Maria Menounos and Kendall Jenner.
In "Little Foodie Cutie," Orange convinces Midget Apple to enter a beauty pageant. Though the abrasive voices are difficult to get past, Annoying Orange skewered a few high-profile personalities, including Honey Boo Boo, and American Idol judges, Randy Jackson and Paula Abdul. The third judge, something made of bean sprouts, sounded an awful lot like Gilbert Gottfried trying on a British accent.
I usually avoid this cartoon, but I have to say it was more clever than I expected. My favorite bit was the shots of the "peanut gallery." If you look quickly, Lincoln is in the back row. Funny enough, but then later, he explodes into pennies. A history lesson for the kids!
The first season of The High Fructose Adventure of Annoying Orange is also coming to DVD on May 28.
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Signs Around Springfield
Long-time fans of The Simpsons know to look for funny signs or headlines while they're watching an episode. Nearly every week there's a sight gag displayed on the First Church of Springfield's marquee or the signs at a convention. Keep a sharp eye out the next time Homer is reading the newspaper. In the meantime, enjoy these sight gags from signs seen around Springfield on The Simpsons.
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Sexy Cartoon Characters on TV
A majority of cartoons are targeted for the kiddie generation, featuring children as lead characters or talking animals. But late-night cartoons and anime are geared toward an adult audience, who most likely enjoy some sexy eye candy before bedtime. Adult Swim, Comedy Central and FX are networks who have allowed grown-up cartoons to flourish.
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Adult Swim New and Returning Shows for 2013-2014
Adult Swim announced new and returning cartoon series for 2013-2014, adding not only original cartoons to their slate of programming, but also acquired shows, like FOX's Bob's Burgers. Every year Adult Swim continues to grow as a TV powerhouse with influence over key demographics, offering an outlet for extraordinary animators that appeal to a loyal fanbase. Bob's Burgers joins other FOX hits and cast-offs, such as American Dad and King of the Hill.
New Cartoons
Rick and Morty is about a genius inventor grandfather and his less than genius grandson, and the journeys in life they share. From Dan Harmon (Community) and Justin Roiland. Animated half-hour.
In Mr. Pickles, the urban sprawl of modern society pollutes the old-fashioned town where the Goodman family lives with their lovable pet dog, Mr. Pickles, a deviant border collie with a secret satanic streak. From creators Will Carsola and Dave Stewart (Funny Or Die Presents Nick Swardson's Pretend Time). Animated quarter-hour.
In the new animated comedy series Mike Tyson Mysteries, Mike Tyson is taking the fight from the boxing ring to the streets, by solving mysteries! Armed with a magical tattoo on his face and a trusty associate by his side, a talking pigeon. The series incorporates live-action appearances featuring Mighty Mike himself, and the gloves come off as the former heavyweight champ and his fowl-mouthed partner gear up for weekly adventures as they put unsolved mysteries, like how to defeat a super computer at chess or why a famous author/werewolf can't finish his novel. Animated quarter-hour from Warner Bros. Animation.
King Star King features a punk rock, modern day he-man who falls from the realm of the gods to land as a fry cook in a slummy waffle joint. King Star King must regain his memory to defeat the evil (and adorable) Spring Bunny and rescue his love, the megababe Princess Snow White. Only then will King Star King regain his rightful place in the heavens. From artist JJ Villard (Monsters Vs. Aliens). Animated quarter-hour.
Stoopid Buddy Stoodios, in partnership with DC Entertainment and Warner Bros. Animation, will premiere a sequel to their acclaimed Annie Award-winning Robot Chicken DC Comics Special in 2014. Robot Chicken DC Comics Special II brings you the awesomeness of the DC Comics universe of characters as only Robot Chicken can, with amazing guest stars and the stop-motion sketch comedy you've come to love after six seasons of the popular Adult Swim series. Executive producers for the second Robot Chicken DC Comics Special include Stoopid Monkey's Seth Green and Matthew Senreich, DC Entertainment Chief Creative Officer Geoff Johns, Warner Bros. Animation's Executive Vice President, Creative Affairs Sam Register, and Stoopid Buddy Stoodios' John Harvatine IV and Eric Towner.
In Metalocalypse: The Doom Star Requiem, we pick up directly after the abduction of Dethklok guitarist Toki Wartooth in the season four finale. With his life in danger his only salvation can come from the four most selfish human celebrities on earth, his Dethklok bandmates. One-hour heavy metal rock opera special with a completely original score. Created by Brendon Small, Metalocalypse: The Doom Star Requiem airs in October.
Pilots
Several pilots have been ordered by Adult Swim that may or may not make it to the final programming schedule.
Two new live-action pilots from Aaron McGruder, the creator of The Boondocks. Live-action quarter-hour and half-hour.
Ghostbags follows three frat guys who were douchebags while they lived, and now that they've died in a horrible car accident, absolutely nothing has changed. Created by Hayes Davenport (Eastbound and Down) and Guy Endore-Kaiser (Allen Gregory). Animated quarter-hour.
Team Unicorn is a modern send-up of Saturday morning kids' shows featuring a team of four sexy, culture-obsessed heroines who present darkly ironic twists on 80's cartoon tropes. From the creators of Robot Chicken. Live action/animation mix, quarter-hour.
From Stoopid Buddy Stoodios and the creators of Robot Chicken comes Übermansion, a glimpse into the mundane humanity of six superheroes all living in the same mansion. Created by Zeb Wells and Matthew Senreich, executive produced by Wells, Senreich, Seth Green, John Harvatine IV, Eric Towner and Bryan Cranston. Animated quarter-hour.
Returning Series
Fans will be pleased to see these returning favorites: Black Dynamite, The Boondocks, China, IL, Robot Chicken, Squidbillies, Superjail! and The Venture Bros.
Acquisitions
Bob's Burgers joins other syndicated cartoons: American Dad, Bleach, The Cleveland Show, Family Guy, King of the Hill and Naruto.
Grill with Homer Simpson
Labor Day Weekend is a time for last-of-summer picnics and backyard barbecues. Years ago, readers submitted their ideas for Homer Simpson's hamburger recipes. They submitted recipes that were humorous (roadkill, anyone?) and serious (Liquid Smoke!). Perhaps with their help you'll make a success of Homer Simpson's Hot Banana Pepper Burgers, for instance. Bon Appetit!
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Family Guy Cast List
Isn't it ironic that Meg Griffin, considered the ugly girl on Family Guy, is played by hottie Mila Kunis? Find out more fascinating facts about the Family Guy cast members, including where you've seen (or heard) them before.
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FOX Season/Series Finales
FOX is airing season finales in May, along with the 150th episode of American Dad. The season finale of The Cleveland Show will also be the series' finale, now that FOX canceled the cartoon. See the schedule for Animation Domination finales below.
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American Dad | May 5 @ 9:30 | "Lost in Space"
In the milestone 150th episode featuring an original score by Wax Fang, the series travels to the slave spaceship that abducted Jeff (guest voice Jeff Fischer) - with Roger's help - after Jeff discovered his secret (hint: Roger is an alien). To find his way home, Jeff must first prove to the evil Emperor Zing (guest voice Michael McKean) that he was always in love with Hayley. Other guest voices include Sean Hayes and Sinbad as himself.
Bob's Burgers Season Finale | May 12 @ 8:30| "The Unnatural"
Gene (Eugene Mirman) signs up for the baseball team, and Tina gets hooked on espressos.
American Dad Season Finale | May 12 @ 9:30 | "Da Flippity Flop"
Klaus discovers his original human body, but Stan refuses to help him switch back. So, Klaus steals Stan's body and Stan becomes the fish. Meanwhile, Roger turns the attic into a gym, and tries to pressure Steve into a long-term membership.
The Cleveland Show Series Finale | May 19 @ 7:00 | "Crazy Train"; "Wheel! Of! Family!"
Freight Train unexpectedly invites Cleveland to the upcoming Lowrider Convention. But Dr. Fist (guest voice Bryan Cranston) reveals that the elder Brown's surprising behavior may be the result of dementia. Then, Freight Train takes Junior to the local YMCA, where the athletically challenged teen discovers he's a pole-dancing savant.
The Simpsons Season Finale | May 19 @ 8:00 | "The Saga of Carl Carlson"; :The Man Who Came to be Dinner"
Homer, Moe, Lenny and Carl win the Springfield Lottery. But when Carl takes off to Iceland - his homeland - with all the winnings, the guys embark on a Nordic adventure to rescue the cash. Then, the Simpsons board the wrong ride on a trip to "Dizzneeland" and are transported through the galaxy to Kang and Kodos' home planet, where the inhabitants try to eat Homer in a giant fondue.
Family Guy Season Finale | May 19 @ 9:00 | "Road to Vegas"; "No Country Club for Old Men"
Stewie and Brian use Stewie's time machine to go to Las Vegas for a Bette Midler concert, but chaos ensues when the machine malfunctions and creates alt-versions of the pair: a "lucky" version and an "unlucky" one. Then, the Griffins are invited to join the prestigious Barrington Country Club and, of course, get thrown out.
Futurama Begins and Ends
The good news is that Futurama returns with new episodes on Wednesday, June 19 at 10:00 p.m. on Comedy Central, with the series finale scheduled for September 4. Did you catch that? The one little word that makes all the difference?
That's right, this is Futurama's last season. After premiering on FOX in 1999, the cartoon was canceled after only a few season. Like Family Guy before it, Futurama fans followed the cartoon to Adult Swim, where it earned solid ratings. The solid ratings prompted four straight-to-DVD movies, which then led to new life on Comedy Central.
Now, however, the Planet Express crew will be wrapping up their affairs in anticipation of the series finale. The Comedy Central press release claims the end will be "emotional." What do you think? Will someone be killed? Will Leela and Fry finally decide whether to stick together or break up for good? Will Zoidberg get lucky? Stay 'tooned.
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Best Bets on Cartoon Network This Week
Adventure Time - Monday, April 22 at 7:30 p.m. ET
In "Princess Potluck," Ice King gets super jealous when he finds out that he wasn't invited to the Princess Potluck.
Regular Show - Monday, April 22 at 8:00 p.m. ET
In "K.I.L.I.T. Radio," Muscle Man wants a local radio station to play the song he wrote for Starla.
MAD - Monday, April 22 at 8:30 p.m. ET
In "Les the Miz/The Lex Factor," it's a musical wrestling spectacular in the past! Then, Lex Luthor holds a reality show for villains. Plus, Alfred E. Neuman, Spy vs. Spy and more.
Johnny Test - Tuesday, April 23 at 7:00 p.m. ET
In "Johnny on the Clock," it's the last day of summer vacation! Will Johnny have to face going back to school, or will Susan and Mary's time-stopping watch make this the summer that never ends?
Teen Titans Go! - Tuesday, April 23 at 7:30 p.m. ET
In "Legendary Sandwich," wanting to get rid of the other Titans so she can watch her favorite cartoon in peace, Raven sends them to the ends of the universe on a quest for the ingredients to make a legendary magical sandwich with the secret of eternal life. Then in "Pie Bros.," Cyborg's birthday is coming up, so Beast Boy takes a job at their favorite pie shop so he can afford an expensive gift. But when he has to work during Cyborg's party, his job threatens to come between the two pie bros.
The Looney Tunes Show - Tuesday, April 23 at 8 p.m. ET
In "The Black Widow," Daffy decides he needs to go on Spring Break, and drags Porky along when nobody else will go with him.
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