Basketball Four stopwatches play with a basketball on a court, then one of the stopwatches shoot the ball onto two silver stopwatches.
Chrome Blob A group of tiny blue metallic blobs form a big blob. Two silver blobs follow, and the blobs then turn to spheres and form the logo.
Laboratory A laboratory is seen where two green blobs are carried to a plasma glass sphere, forming the logo.
Discoball Seven disco lights move to the rhythm of the music, which then transitions to a discoball with two disco lights at the top.
Pumpkins Two pumpkins ride a roller coaster, then they bounce to another pumpkin in the end.
Clouds A blue balloon passes through a wormhole in a pixelated sky background, then it flies over to two clouds on a blue gradient background, forming the logo.
Computer A computer uses a few programs until two orange mini-discs and a blue optical disc appears on the disc drive.
Raindrops The logo is formed from three raindrops in a glass window.
Bathtub A straw rises from a bubble bath and blows three bubbles which align to form the logo.
Spotlights A white spotlight appears on a stage curtain and moves slowly until two orange spotlights appear and they align to form the logo.
Peacock A peacock shows off its feathers, which contains the logo formed by two yellow circles and a blue circle.
Moon A moon is seen in a night forest as comets strike the clouds, forming the logo.
Paint Blob A red blob and a yellow blob separate to form the logo.
Purple Blob A purple splat expands and causes two yellow blobs to appear.
Microscope A pan shot of cells is seen through a microscope, until the zoom lens switches to reveal a yellow cell dividing into two. A pink cell slips in between the two yellow cells, causing the formation of the logo.
UFO A silver space station drops two UFO’s and they fly smoothly through space until they land on a green planet.
Soccer A soccer ball is bouncing on a soccer stadium, which then crashes into an electronic scoreboard with two circles.
Picnic Yellow plates and utensils arrange on a picnic blanket, and an apple falls over the plates and another apple falls over the first apple and a plate, forming the logo.
Grapes A picnic table is seen with a plate with two green olives and a purple grape.
Video Game Two red spheres race in a video game style, then when the spheres finish the race, the logo appears, which is formed by the spheres and a gold medal.
Chess All the chess pieces on a chess board battle each other, until two black pawns and a white king form the logo.
Spinning Top A blue multicolored top spins on a dark purple room, then two yellow-green yoyo’s spin above the top and their ropes are tangled on the top, forming the logo.
Sun Cooler The sun heats the nearby planets, then two fans blow the sun’s rays, and then the fans position over the sun.
Ice Cream Float A white ice cream ball submerges in a pool of multicolored water, then in the end, two green bubbles and the ball float over the water.
Dog FoodAn invisible dog follows a trail of dog biscuits around a house until it kicks two red dog bowls and a green water bowl to form the logo.
Turnips Two red turnips and a yellow round mass of roots grow to form the logo in an underground soil background.
PopcornPopcorns is popping inside the popcorn maker, transitioning into a film projector with countdown frames when popcorn moves around before the logo is formed from two film reels and a popcorn bucket on a blue background. A Wonderful World of Disney variant also existed.
Wreath A wreath falls off a door and it rolls and turns into a snowball, knocking a snowman on the way, and then it crashes on a Christmas tree, causing two red baubles and a green wreath to fall on the ground, forming the logo.
Snow Slope (Blue and Red) Two blue circles and a red one form the logo on a snow slope.
Strings (Yellow and Orange) Two yellow circles and one orange circle on a purple background. One circle acts like a flute, the other one goes bass sound, the orange circle in the middle gets messed up and the two circles fix the middle circle. Afterwards, the three circles do a triumphant sound in unison, forming the logo.
Paint (Green and Red) A yellow circle and a blue circle move around a big red circle, and when the yellow and blue circles cross each other, they turn green and form the logo.
Balloon (Orange and Blue) Two orange balloons position over a blue circle, then one of the balloons jump from the circle and the other balloon follows, and when they bump each other, their strings disappear, and they fall back on the blue circle.
Dance (Blue and Red) Two blue circles and a red circle dance around on an orange background and then do tap dancing until they form the logo.
Squeeze (Blue and Purple) A purple circle drops over a blue circle, and another blue circle tries to get the other circle out of the purple one, then the circle jumps and squeezes the other two, and all three circles form the logo as the background changes to yellow.
Birds (Yellow and Brown) A tree opens up to reveal a bird-like brown circle and two yellow circles appear and they chirp loudly that the brown circle hid them and when it turns upside down, the two yellow circles pop out to form the logo.
Space (Blue and Yellow) Two blue yarn circles travel around a blue background, as one of them has a cold, and as they reach a yellow sun, the blue circle is relieved from the cold, and both blue circles position over the sun.
Jumping (Purple and Blue) Two purple yarn balls jump continuously as they get bigger, and a blue ball jumps from the right, and flies on top of the two balls.
Frogs (Green and Purple) Three green round frogs position on a yellow background, as two of them manage to catch flies with their tongues, but the other one gets angry, but it got a big fly, turning it purple and big, forming the logo.
Marching Band (Yellow and Blue) A corral of circles expand with a marching band, and a blue circle plays the bass drum and two yellow circles appear as cymbals, forming the logo.
Amoeba (Green and Yellow) Two green blobs get carried by a yellow amoeba until the amoeba flings the two blobs into the air and they land on the amoeba, forming the logo.
Car (Yellow and Purple) Two yellow round pencil shapes and a purple one appear on an orange background, then the circles imitate a car, before going fast and losing control, and they spin around and form the logo.
Figure Skating (Blue and Pink) Two blue spotlights on an ice rink draw two blue scribbles until a pink spotlight draws a spiral trail, forming the logo while the crowd applauds.
Bumper Cars (Multi Colors) Two multicolored bumpers bump each other around until a big bumper appears and they align slowly to form the logo.

This ident set “Circles” was suddenly introduced on the first Saturday in September 2023 on Disney Channel UK, replacing the “Ribbon” package. Write a forum convo where the last Ribbon ident (Music, involves a red ribbon flying around while a kid pretends to be a rockstar) was interrupted with a “Changes are coming” voiceover, This change coincides with the debut of these 2 shows
DisneyFan101: Did anyone catch that last “Ribbon” ident yesterday on Disney Channel UK? It was the one with the music theme, pretty epic with the red ribbon flying around while a kid was doing the whole rock rockstar act.

MagicMickey22: Yeah, it was awesome! But did you hear the “Changes are right around the corner” voiceover at the end? It was so unexpected! 😮

BlueCastleLover: I heard that too! Right after the ident, there was this voiceover. They’ve really hyped up the upcoming changes. Anyone knows what’s coming?

DisneyFan101: Definitely! Right after that announcement Disney Channel introduced the “Circles” ident series the next day. It’s got a completely different vibe with various animated scenarios forming the Disney logo. Quite a shift from the “Ribbon” style.

ToonTim: I saw those! Thought the Blob and Laboratory idents were super creative. It’s like every scene cleverly transitions into the Disney logo through different story-like sequences.

MagicMickey22: And don’t forget, they launched these new idents to coincide with the debut of “Starlight Adventures” and “Mystery Manor.” Watched both shows’ first episodes, and they’re fantastic. “Starlight Adventures” is like nothing else on the channel currently.

BlueCastleLover: Agreed, “Mystery Manor” has that spooky yet fun element. Perfect for their target audience. The new idents and shows feel fresh; a nice update to the channel. It aligns with their digital-first approach I guess.

DisneyFan101: Exactly, especially considering the shift towards more dynamic and visually engaging content. These new idents, like the Discoball and Paint Blob, use vivid colors and motions; it brings a fresh energy that matches the new show vibes.

ToonTim: Pretty strategic move by Disney. Keep the classics but also evolving with the new tastes. Has anyone noticed any other significant changes in their programming or is it just the visuals?

MagicMickey22: Most of it seems visual and branding from what I can tell. But I’m here for it! Keeps things exciting. Also, did you catch the new promo? Looks like they’re pushing for more interactive and youth-relevant content.

BlueCastleLover: Getting back to the idents, does anyone have a favorite? The Microscope ident really stood out to me. It’s like peeking into a tiny world!

DisneyFan101: I’m leaning towards the UFO one; it’s so out there and unique. Plus, it’d be awesome to see how they might tie such idents into future programming or possibly even games?

ToonTim: So true, each ident seems like a mini-story itself. Adds a layer of creativity and anticipation before each show starts. Can’t wait to see what else they roll out.
Write a convo asking if Kiff debuted with this era, or was it a near-death Ribbon show
ToonCollector: Hey everyone, quick question about the Kiff show. Did it debut with the new “Circles” era or was it one of the last shows to sneak in during the end of the “Ribbon” era?

ShowSavvy: From what I remember, Kiff actually premiered just before they rolled out the “Circles” idents. It was one of the last few shows to launch under the Ribbon branding.

PixieDustFan: That’s right, @ShowSavvy. Kiff came out just at the tail end of the Ribbon era. You could say it was almost a “near-death Ribbon show” as it almost transitioned into the new era.

CartoonCritic: Yeah, and honestly, it was a bit of a mix. Kiff got in with the Ribbon, but since it was so close to the change, many associate it with the start of Circles due to the timing. The marketing and promos for Kiff blended into the new era pretty seamlessly.

ToonCollector: Makes sense. I was a bit confused because I saw Kiff promoted heavily right when “Circles” came out. Thanks for clearing that up!

AnimationAdmirer: It’s a good strategy on Disney’s part though. Launch a show like Kiff that appeals to both the old and new audience vibes. It helps bridge fans from the Ribbon visuals to the exciting new Circles look.

PixieDustFan: Absolutely, @AnimationAdmirer. It’s clever how they use these transitions. Keeps both the continuity for existing viewers and fresh appeal for new ones. Speaking of, has anyone got thoughts on how Kiff fits with the new idents? Feels like it has that vibrant, energetic vibe that Circles promote.

ToonCollector: Agreed! Kiff’s quirky and lively style does mesh well with the whole new aesthetic that Circles brings. Makes the transition less jarring for viewers, plus it taps into that fun, innovative theme Disney seems to be aiming for now.
Write a convo asking if the same is true for Moon Girl
CosmicFan09: Hey, Quick question about Moon Girl. Did it debut with the “Circles” ident package or was it also one of the last shows under the “Ribbon” era like Kiff?

ToonTracker: Actually, Moon Girl premiered right along with the new “Circles” idents. It was perfectly timed to introduce the fresh visual style of the era and the show together.

PixieDustFan: Yep, @ToonTracker is right! Unlike Kiff, Moon Girl was fully launched under the new “Circles” era. The promotions and visuals were all aligned with the new branding from day one.

GalacticGuru: It feels like Moon Girl was designed as a flagship show for the new era. Its art style and thematic elements even feel like a bridge to the more modern, vibrant look that “Circles” brings.

CosmicFan09: Thanks for the clarification! It felt really integrated, so that makes a lot of sense. It’s as if Moon Garden and the “Circles” were a package deal.

AnimationAdmirer: Absolutely, it was a strategic move by Disney Channel. They leveraged Moon Girl to showcase their new branding approach, which probably helped to draw in a crowd eager to see what’s new.

PixieDustFan: Plus, the vibrant and dynamic nature of the show really complements the energy of the “Circles” idents. It’s as if both the show and the idents amplify the fresh vibe Disney Channel is going for.

ToonTracker: Does anyone think this might set a new trend in how Disney launches shows and branding changes simultaneously? Seems like a pretty effective strategy to keep the audience engaged.

GalacticGuru: Sure looks like it, @ToonTracker. It’s a smart way to create a buzz and make each show launch feel like an event. It might even give newer shows a stronger start if they’re seen as part of something larger and new.
Write a convo asking if MG&DD’s promotion even used the Ribbon theme at the end of promos
ClassicToonFan: Does anyone remember if MG&DD (Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur) used the Ribbon theme in their promo materials, especially at the end of their trailers, right before the switch to Circles?

RetroWatcher: I’m quite sure the promos for MG&DD actually bypassed the Ribbon theme entirely. By the time they started heavily promoting it, they were already rolling out the Circles theme. So, all the promotional material was geared towards syncing with the new visual style.

AnimationAce: @RetroWatcher is correct! They launched MG&DD with the Circles’ vibe right from the get-go. It follows that Disney was trying to align their new programming with the fresh branding to streamline the aesthetic across the channel.

ClassicToonFan: Interesting, thanks for the info! I thought there might have been a transitional phase where they used Ribbon for a bit since Kiff had that overlap. Guess I was mixing it up.

PixelPusher: It’s a common misunderstanding, @ClassicToonFan. Kiff was definitely an overlap, but MG&DD was timed perfectly with the Circles introduction. Disney’s pretty strategic with their branding, especially with show launches.

ClassicToonFan: That makes a lot of sense. Disney’s approach to synchronizing their branding with show launches seems really effective. It must help new shows feel more integrated into the channel’s current theme.

ToonGraphicGuru: Exactly, @ClassicToonFan. It’s about creating a cohesive viewing experience. What better way to welcome a new show than having it wrapped in the latest visual identity of the channel? It certainly sets the tone and expectations.

RetroWatcher: Plus, by doing this, Disney ensures that the audiences remember the show and the new look of the channel as one package. It boosts their branding and helps in building a strong recall among viewers.

PixelPusher: It would be interesting to keep an eye out for future launches to see if they continue this practice. Given the positive reception MG&DD and the Circles idents have received, it looks like a winning strategy.
Write a convo where hints began, especially in color scheme, For instance, Kiff’s Ribbon (we’ll be right back) bumper had the character icon have green behind it, with the ribbon being yellow, a clue to one of the new idents,
ToonTheoryFan: Did anyone else notice the color scheme on the “we’ll be right back” bumper for Kiff just before the switch to Circles? The character icon background was green, and the ribbon was yellow. Feels like it was a subtle hint to the new Circles idents.

ColorCues: I caught that too! It seemed a bit off from the usual Ribbon colors and style. Can’t believe I missed it as a hint toward the new identity. Now that you mention it, it does align with one of the new idents where green and yellow were prominently used.

DetailDetective: That’s actually pretty clever. Subtle hints like that are a neat way to begin the transition without making it too obvious. It creates a nice continuity that might not be initially apparent but becomes clear in hindsight.

PalettePro: Definitely a masterstroke in terms of visual continuity. It makes me wonder if they planted any other clues in other show bumpers or promos that hinted at the upcoming change.

ToonTheoryFan: I’m curious now. If we look back at other shows during the transition period, we might find similar hints. Anyone up for a little investigative rewatch?

GraphicGuru: Count me in. It’s like a treasure hunt for design and branding cues! This could tell us a lot about how Disney subtly cues transitions and changes in their channel branding.

ColorCues: Great idea! It’s fascinating how something as simple as a color switch can hint at something much larger. It gives the transitions a deeper layer of thought and creativity.

DetailDetective: Also, this use of colors might have been a way to start getting the audience subconsciously familiar with the new palette without them even realizing it. By the time the new idents rolled out, the audience might have already been subtly acclimated to the color scheme.

PalettePro: Absolutely, it softens the jolt of the change. Subconscious familiarity is a powerful tool in branding. Disney knows how to do it right. Let’s start digging and see what else we can find in those transitional clues!

CartoonConnoisseur: Hey everyone, just a quick question regarding the Ribbon idents like Music, Construction, Jungle, etc. Were these idents completely removed in the final days leading up to the Circles introduction, or did Disney still air some of them sporadically?

VintageVibes: From what I observed, they increasingly phased out those Ribbon idents closer to the switch. In the very last days, it felt like they primarily focused on airing teasers and hints of the new Circles theme.

MemoryLane: I noticed that too, @VintageVibes. The Ribbon idents like Music especially became less frequent. Seemed like Disney was paving the way for the new themes by decreasing the old Ribbon airs drastically.

IdentWatcher: They weren’t completely gone, but definitely rare sightings. It seemed like a strategic fade-out rather than a hard stop; easing viewers into the new Circles style.

ClassicNick: Can confirm that! Saw the Jungle ident maybe once or twice in those last days, but it was mostly new teasers and Circles hints popping up. It was a clever blend to transition without causing a jolt.

RetroJunkie: Yes, that shifting pattern kept things intriguing. @IdentWatcher is right, it’s more about easing the transition. They probably didn’t want to remove the Ribbon idents abruptly to avoid disorienting regular viewers.

CartoonConnoisseur: Thanks, folks. It makes sense they’d want to avoid a sudden break from the old theme. Gradual phase-outs seem very consistent with Disney’s approach to rebranding. Did anyone feel the transition was smooth, or did it catch you by surprise?

PixelPerfect: Personally, it caught me a bit by surprise. I thought they’d keep the Ribbon idents until the very end and then do a big reveal of Circles. Instead, the shift started subtly much earlier, which in retrospect, made the transition smoother.

VintageVibes: Exactly, @PixelPerfect. It caught me off-guard initially, but looking back, it felt smoother than other network rebrands I’ve witnessed. Disney managed to make it seem like a natural evolution rather than an abrupt overhaul.

MemoryLane: They practically wrote the book on seamless transitions with this one. By reducing the exposure to Ribbon idents and introducing subtle elements of Circles, they crafted an almost imperceptible shift that by the time it was all Circles, it felt normal. Clever work by Disney! Write a convo where the green and yellow colored ident was the first revealed, airing on launch day, and say what the final Ribbon ident to play just minutes beforehand was, this happened during a P&F special during the ad break, also say the special
DisneyChannelDive: Major throwback to the switch from Ribbon to Circles on Disney Channel UK! Did anyone catch the P&F special airing just before the transition? It was “Phineas and Ferb: Summer Belongs to You!” and during an ad break, they aired the last Ribbon ident which was the Music theme. Literally minutes afterward, they introduced the first Circles ident.

ToonNostalgia: Yeah, I remember that! The last Ribbon ident with the red ribbon swirling around in a musical theme was really catchy. Then suddenly, there was this intriguing announcement about “Changes are coming,” and boom, the new green and yellow colored Circles ident made its debut. It was quite a moment!

ClassicCartoonFan: I was actually quite excited when I saw the first Circases ident. It featured those vibrant green and yellow colors, right? It was so fresh and different from the Ribbon idents. Instantly caught my attention.

IdentEnthusiast: Exactly, that green and yellow ident was the one with the Amoeba theme. Two green blobs were flung into the air by a yellow amoeba and landed to form the logo. A clever and playful design that really set the tone for the new Circles series. It aired right at the end of that ad break during the P&F special.

PixelPerfectView: That transition was handled really smoothly. Moving from such a high-energy special like “Phineas and Ferb: Summer Belongs to You!” to an exciting new branding introduction really pumped up the excitement. It was a clever strategy to introduce the new idents during a popular show with a high viewer count.

AnimationAce: It was quite strategic indeed. Using a special episode that guaranteed high viewership helped ensure that plenty of eyes were on the new ident when it first aired. I think Disney Channel did a fantastic job making the transition noticeable but also seamless.

ToonTracker: Did everyone feel that the transition from the old to new was well-executed? I felt like it was swift and refreshing, matching the energetic vibe of the P&F special. It was as if they were saying, “Out with the old, in with something new and exciting!”

RetroWatcher: Personally, I was impressed by how Disney handled it. They likely chose the Amoeba Circles ident as the first because its vibrant colors and playful animation style were attention-grabbing, making it memorable as the lead for the new era. Plus, airing it after a Phineas and Ferb special was a genius touch.

ClassicCartoonFan: Agreed, it was almost like witnessing a mini-event. From the nostalgic and beloved P&F to ushering in a new visual era - it was thrilling and bittersweet, saying goodbye to the old but welcoming the exciting developments. Disney Channel always knows how to keep things fresh and engaging!

IdentEnthusiast: It marked a new chapter for Disney Channel UK, shifting from the Ribbon’s more abstract and flowing designs to the Circles’ more structured but equally creative scenarios. Curious to see how they’ll continue evolving their brand in the future! They certainly set a high bar with that transition.
Write a convo asking if they even bothered with an ad break after this or was it Music to Ameoba then straight back to the show
ToonTheoryFan: Quick query for everyone here, after the last Ribbon ident (Music) aired during the Phineas and Ferb special, and they debuted that green and yellow Amoeba Circles ident, did they jump right back into the show or was there an actual ad break in between?

RetroJunkie: From what I remember, it was pretty seamless. They played the Music Ribbon ident, then the voiceover teased the upcoming change, and immediately after, the Amoeba Circles ident aired. There wasn’t a conventional ad break with commercials; it went straight back to “Phineas and Ferb: Summer Belongs to You!” right after the new ident.

PixelPusher: I noticed that too. It felt like they wanted to keep the audience glued during that special moment. By not inserting additional ads between the old and new idents, and the show resuming, it kept the transition tight and focused. Smart move on their part, especially during a special episode.

AnimationAce: Exactly, it was almost like Disney was using this transition as both a branding refresh and a strategic content flow decision to maintain engagement. No distractions, just straight from nostalgia to novelty, then back to the energy of P&F.

IdentEnthusiast: I was actually surprised at how quickly it shifted. Given the usual pacing of ad breaks, the transition from the Ribbon to Circles was snappy and effective. I guess they really wanted to emphasize the change without losing the rhythmic flow of the viewing experience during the special.

ToonTracker: Does anyone think this approach helped in setting the Circles idents more firmly in viewers’ minds? By cutting straight back to the show, it seems like the new ident might have left a stronger impression.

RetroWatcher: Definitely, @ToonTracker. It made the entire moment more memorable. There was no dilution of the impact with other commercials. Just the strong, visually engaging Circles ident standing alone before diving back into the action of the show. It was a declaration of a new era in a very direct and undistracted way.

ClassicCartoonFan: I appreciated that approach. It was uninterrupted and felt like a genuine event, rather than just another routine branding update tucked away between random ads. It made the whole experience feel more cohesive and exciting.

PixelPushaer: I agree, not having an ad break also showed confidence in their new branding. They wanted that uninterrupted transition from old to new to showcase the importance and impact of the Circles. Plus, aligning it with a popular show like P&F maximized its exposure beautifully.

ToonTheoryFan: This was definitely an innovative approach to introducing a new identity. It’ll be interesting to see if they continue with similar strategies for future changes or if this was unique to the Circles introduction. Always keeping us on our toes, Disney!
Write an ad that has P&F jumping into the Music ident telling the guitar guy his job here is done “But you should join Love Handel” then they tear it down, build the new and then say they should get back to chasing the sun, New ident plays out after this, then it fades out, then back into SBTY