CW4Kids launch schedule (Same as final Kids’ WB schedule) (May-June 2008)

07:00 AM Will & Dewitt (Show i think is obscure so I will explain, E/I compliant toon about a shapeshifting frog named Dewitt who helps his human friend Will take on tasks he finds complicated)
07:30 AM Magi-Nation
08:00 AM Skunk Fu!
08:30 AM Tom & Jerry Tales
09:00 AM Tom & Jerry Tales
09:30 AM The Spectacular Spider-Man
10:00 AM The Spectacular Spider-Man
10:30 AM World of Quest
11:00 AM Johnny Test
11:30 AM Eon Kid.

This is the schedule for next week (and will continue till September)

07:00 AM Will & Dewitt
07:30 AM Magi-Nation
08:00 AM Tom & Jerry Tales
08:30 AM Tom & Jerry Tales
09:00 AM The Spectacular Spider-Man
09:30 AM Chaotic
10:00 AM Chaotic
10:30 AM TMNT: Fast Forward
11:00 AM Yu-Gi-Oh! GX
11:30 AM Yu-Gi-Oh! GX

Here are some shows coming in Fall

Pokemon Diamond and Pearl
GoGoRiki (Smeshariki, could easily see this replacing Will and Dewitt)
Yu-Gi-Oh 5Ds
Dinosaur King
TMNT: Back to the Sewers

Not sure if any Kids WB shows will return for the Fall. Write a follow up forum conversation about the probability of Kids’ WB from the final schedule shows staying or returning, and they also think GoGoRiki is very cute
CW4Kids Forum – Follow-up Conversation on Future Programming

Thread Title: CW4Kids Fall Lineup – Speculation and Kids’ WB Shows’ Fate

Post #1 by SaturdayMorningFan89

Hey everyone!

So we’ve got the final Kids’ WB schedule that’s morphing into CW4Kids, and some cool shows have been announced for fall! I’m pretty sure some of these new shows are going to shake things up – Pokemon Diamond and Pearl, Yu-Gi-Oh 5Ds, that’s big news! But I wonder which, if any, current Kids’ WB shows will make the cut.

Honestly, I don’t think they will bring back too many Kids’ WB shows. It seems like the network is going for a fresh start, and many of these new programs are quite strong on their own. However, shows with a strong following, like Tom & Jerry Tales and Johnny Test, might stand a chance.

What are your thoughts? Also, has anyone here seen GoGoRiki? I’ve heard it’s quite the hit elsewhere, and it’s utterly adorable – might fill that early morning slot perfectly.

Post #2 by ToonCritic22

Hey SaturdayMorningFan89!

I think Kids’ WB had a great run, but if CW4Kids is going to survive, they need to keep up with the trends. Pokemon and Yu-Gi-Oh! have always been powerhouses, so that’s a no-brainer.

As for GoGoRiki, I’ve checked out some clips - it’s got a unique charm, and I can see kids loving it. Will & Dewitt is cute and educational, but maybe not compelling enough to keep the attention like GoGoRiki might.

Post #3 by RetroToonGal

Agreed, Kids’ WB had some classics, but all good things come to an end. TMNT: Back to the Sewers is another big title - as long as there are TMNT fans, that franchise has legs.

But if something like Chaotic survived from the Kids’ WB days, who knows? There could be a surprise waiting for us. I just hope they keep some variety in the lineup and don’t saturate it with too much of the same thing.

Post #4 by AnimeRules101

Can’t forget about The Spectacular Spider-Man! That show has been solid, so it’d be sad to see it go.

I know it’s a long shot, but I’m holding out hope that they keep at least a couple shows from the older slate. I mean, Magi-Nation and World of Quest deserve more time to grow their audience, don’t you think?

Post #5 by SaturdayMorningFan89

For sure, AnimeRules101. It’s always interesting to see what sticks around and what gets axed when transitions like this happen. World of Quest had potential - different kind of humor and storytelling.

And you know, maybe they’ll surprise us and keep Skunk Fu! or do a full hour block of some fan-favs to keep the older fans happy too. It can’t all be about the new hotness, right?

Post #6 by ToonCritic22

Definitely SaturdayMorningFan89!

Also, a moment of silence for shows that might not come back. Even the obscure ones like Will & Dewitt did have their own…charm. As much as I like to see new content, there’s always that bittersweet feeling when your old Saturday morning friends don’t show up anymore.

Let’s hope for a well-balanced lineup come fall!

End of Forum Conversation
Write a follow up in September where the lineup is revealed, and we see it, Also, Viva Pinata is joining
CW4Kids Forum – Official Fall Lineup Revealed: Surprises and Nostalgia

Thread Title: CW4Kids New Fall Lineup – The Official Schedule Drop! Plus, Viva Pinata?

Post #1 by SaturdayMorningFan89

Hello fellow toon enthusiasts!

The wait is over, and the official CW4Kids fall lineup has just dropped! From what we’ve been anticipating, there are a few surprises in store. Plus, I’ve seen that Viva Pinata is joining the lineup - who else remembers that colorful, candy-filled world?

Here’s what we’re looking at for the Saturday morning slots:

07:00 AM – Will & Dewitt
07:30 AM – Magi-Nation (It stayed!)
08:00 AM – Skunk Fu!
08:30 AM – Tom & Jerry Tales
09:00 AM – Viva Pinata
09:30 AM – The Spectacular Spider-Man (Yes!)
10:00 AM – The Spectacular Spider-Man
10:30 AM – World of Quest
11:00 AM – Johnny Test
11:30 AM – Eon Kid

Looks like a mix of new and returning shows! Any thoughts on the schedule, folks?

Post #2 by ToonCritic22

Whoa, I’m actually taken aback by how many shows they decided to keep! And Viva Pinata too? That’s a serious wave of nostalgia hitting me.

It’s a pretty solid lineup with a decent blend of genres. Thrilled that The Spectacular Spider-Man keeps swinging, and it’s great to see World of Quest hasn’t been axed. Let’s hope this lineup catches on with the audience.

Post #3 by RetroToonGal

Viva Pinata!! That’s a throwback, isn’t it? Nice to see some of the new series making the cut, but even better to see some of the older ones fighting to stay on air.

Happy for Magi-Nation fans. It’s hard enough for new shows to build a following, and sticking around can make a big difference. I’m a little surprised but very pleased with the mix they’ve come up with.

Post #4 by AnimeRules101

This is bittersweet for sure. Viva Pinata is fun and deserves a spot, so I’m excited about that. But it looks like we’ve lost a few along the way, like Chaotic and TMNT: Fast Forward.

The balance between the edutainment and traditional toon shows seems spot on, though. And with the fan-favorites staying on, I’m cautiously optimistic about this season.

Post #5 by SaturdayMorningFan89

Definitely a mix of emotions with this new schedule, but that’s part of the everchanging landscape of Saturday morning TV, right? I’m hoping kids will give shows like Viva Pinata a chance - it’s got a unique charm that sets it apart.

And yup, losing a few shows is always tough, AnimeRules101. Fingers crossed that the network might bring some fan picks back in reruns or future lineups.

Post #6 by ToonCritic22

True, every season is like a surprise mix bag. Who knows? Maybe they’re making room for something even more exciting down the line.

At least kids have a variety to choose from, and hey, let’s not forget those awesome new entries like Pokemon and Yu-Gi-Oh in the lineup. The action-packed segments are going to be pretty hype!

Post #7 by RetroToonGal

Absolutely! Pokemon and Yu-Gi-Oh have staying power for a reason, so it’s great they are leading some of the new charge.

I mean, I was ready to say goodbye to Saturday morning cartoons like the good ol’ days, but this lineup has rekindled that magic for me. Props to CW4Kids for keeping the tradition alive and kicking!

End of Forum Conversation
Write a follow up where a user wonders what happened to TMNT, Chaotic, GGR, YGO and P, as the schedule is the exact same as the May one, just with VP added
CW4Kids Forum – Questions About Missing Shows in Fall Lineup

Thread Title: Where Did TMNT, Chaotic, and Others Go? Plus, Viva Pinata Addition.

Post #1 by RisingSunRanger

Hey all,

Been following the conversations about the fall lineup. A lot of us were psyched to see the new shows joining the schedule, especially with the speculation on new additions like Pokemon and Yu-Gi-Oh! But looking at the official lineup, it’s pretty much the same as the May schedule except they’ve added Viva Pinata. What happened to TMNT, Chaotic, GoGoRiki, Yu-Gi-Oh!, and Pokemon? I personally was really looking forward to some of these.

Does anyone know why the expected shows didn’t make it? Were there licensing issues or perhaps delays?

Post #2 by ToonCritic22

RisingSunRanger,

It’s definitely unusual. Sometimes networks face unexpected delays with licensing or broadcasting rights. Or maybe they’re planning for a mid-season refresh? It wouldn’t be the first time scheduling changes happened last minute.

Still, I was also looking forward to seeing more of the new Yu-Gi-Oh! series. Let’s hope they’re just shifting things around and we’ll get news soon.

Post #3 by AnimeRules101

I was wondering the same, RisingSunRanger.

It kinda feels like they announced all those new series to generate buzz but then had to backtrack on it. It’s not uncommon for networks to rejig lineups based on viewer response or other behind-the-scenes metrics we’re not privy to. Last I checked, there weren’t any clear official statements on the change, though.

Post #4 by NostalgiaKid

Hey all,

There’s been some chatter online about animation studio issues – specifically with GoGoRiki. Plus, TMNT always has a lot of moving parts when it comes to rights and merchandising. It’s frustrating for fans when there’s a lack of transparency.

And with this block being so important to many of us, especially for keeping the Saturday morning cartoons tradition alive, it’s a letdown to not get all the info.

Post #5 by CartoonConnoisseur12

Same here on the disappointment train, guys.

Ya know, there’s also the possibility they might have tested the shows with focus groups and didn’t get the reception they were hoping for. It happens, and sometimes network execs have to make tough calls.

At least Viva Pinata got in there somehow, right? It’s something different and could be a sleeper hit for the lineup.

Post #6 by SaturdayMorningFan89

Let’s not lose hope yet! CW4Kids has surprised us before, and they might do it again. I’m sure they have reasons for their picks and hopefully, they’ll clue us in.

And remember—we can sometimes influence these decisions. Let’s keep showing our support for the shows we love, and maybe we’ll see them come back around!

Post #7 by RetroToonGal

I believe networks also deal with market research and ratings numbers that we’re not always aware of. Still, it’s frustrating not to see the new shows we were promised.

We might need to be patient; there could be a strategy behind this. On the bright side, having Viva Pinata means they’re at least open to reviving old IPs!

End of Forum Conversation
Write a follow up where the new shows DO arrive, and only SF, T&JT , TSSM and JT  remain from KWB, Also we see the schedule