First CW4Kids schedule: 7am Will and Dewitt
7.30am Magi-Nation
8am Skunk Fu!
8.30am Tom and Jerry Tales
9am Tom and Jerry Tales
9.30am The Spectacular Spider-Man
10am The Spectacular Spider-Man
10.30am World of Quest
11am Johnny Test
11.30am Eon Kid. Write a forum conversation where on June 21 2008, 4Kids are making their first adjustments to the block


Forum Thread: New CW4Kids Schedule Changes - June 21, 2008

User1 (OP):
Hey everyone, just saw the announcement that CW4Kids is making their first changes to the Saturday morning lineup starting next week. They’ve been running the same schedule since the block launched earlier this year, but it looks like they’re tweaking things. Thoughts?

User2:
Wait, what? Already? I thought the schedule was working fine. What’s changing? Are they axing anything?

User1 (OP):
No shows are being canceled, as far as I can tell. But they’re shifting things around. Starting next Saturday (June 28), "Johnny Test" is moving up to 8:30 AM, replacing one of the "Tom and Jerry Tales" episodes. "World of Quest" is shifting to 11 AM, bumping "Eon Kid" off the lineup entirely. Looks like "Tom and Jerry Tales" is down to just one episode now at 9 AM.

User3:
RIP "Eon Kid"! I was getting into that one. It was a bit underrated if you ask me. I guess they’re not as confident in it? Or maybe it wasn’t pulling in the ratings? Either way, boo.

User4:
Aw man, I’ll miss "Eon Kid" too. It was a cool mix of action and sci-fi. Plus, it stood out as one of the few shows with a serialized plot. Everything else is so episodic. Guess not enough people were tuning in for it. :(

User5:
I mean, it’s not surprising. Saturday morning TV is all about grabbing kids' attention, and "Eon Kid" had kind of a slower start compared to the flashier stuff like "Spider-Man" or "Johnny Test." I’m not mad about more "Johnny Test" though. My little brother loves it, lol.

User6:
Wait, "Johnny Test" is the show they’re moving up the schedule? Come on! That show is everywhere already, it doesn't need more exposure. Give me more "Spider-Man" or "Magi-Nation" any day. "Eon Kid" disappearing from the roster kind of stinks, though... it deserved better.

User1 (OP):
Yeah, I think the move is all about ratings. "Johnny Test" is super popular and probably brings in more viewers than "Tom and Jerry Tales." It does kind of feel like they’re sidelining the more unique shows for safer, proven ones.

Also, I noticed "Magi-Nation" stays really early at 7:30 AM. I like that show, but it's soooo early. I can barely wake up to catch it most weeks.

User7:
"Magi-Nation" deserves a way better time slot! Even though I agree, it’s hard to wake up for, the show is super underrated. It has a great story, and the animation is solid compared to some of the others on CW4Kids. Why not give it a better time if they’re mixing things up?

User8:
I’m okay with these changes. "Johnny Test" isn’t my favorite, but it’s definitely a ratings puller. I wish "World of Quest" was getting a bit more love, though. That show is hilarious, but moving it later is a bit of a downgrade if you ask me. Does anything even do well at 11 AM?

User2:
Good question. By 11 AM, I imagine most kids are heading outside or switching to Cartoon Network or Nick. 11 AM just feels like a "throwaway" timeslot. If they’re moving "World of Quest" there, I wonder if it’s next in line to get dropped like "Eon Kid"... :(

User5:
Honestly, the whole Saturday morning thing seems so different now compared to what it was even a few years ago. Networks used to put their best shows on early in the lineup because that’s when the most kids tuned in. Now it feels like they’re just experimenting to see what sticks.

User6:
Yeah, the golden era of Saturday morning cartoons is definitely fading. It feels like networks are just holding on to these blocks because they have to. And 4Kids seems to be all about chasing numbers. Oh well, at least "Spectacular Spider-Man" is still killing it at 9:30 and 10! No complaints there.

User9:
Thank goodness "Spectacular Spider-Man" isn’t going anywhere. That’s my favorite part of the block right now. I’m worried for some of the other shows though. If "Eon Kid" is already gone, what’s next? I don’t want to lose "Magi-Nation" or "Skunk Fu!" anytime soon.

User1 (OP):
Seriously. "Spectacular Spider-Man" is top tier. I wouldn’t mind them giving it an extra episode like "Tom and Jerry Tales" had originally. Or maybe use that slot to air something new? I like the block overall, but some fresh blood wouldn’t hurt.

User4:
Agreed. I’ll keep tuning in, but they need a better mix of shows long term. Dropping "Eon Kid" feels like they’re playing it safe, which is frustrating when they have more unique stuff on the lineup. I’ll hold out hope for some surprises later this year.

User3:
Hoping for surprises too, but for now, RIP "Eon Kid." Gone too soon. And CW4Kids, GIVE "MAGI-NATION" A BETTER TIMESLOT! 😤


Write a follow up where 4Kids are adding one of their shows to replace Eon


Forum Thread: CW4Kids Announces New Show to Replace Eon Kid! - July 5, 2008

User1 (OP):
Hey everyone, looks like we’ve got an update on the CW4Kids schedule! To replace Eon Kid (RIP 😢), 4Kids is adding Chaotic to the lineup starting next Saturday, July 12. It’s going to air at 11:30 AM, right where Eon Kid used to be. What do you think about this move?

User2:
Oh snap, really? Chaotic is coming to CW4Kids? That’s interesting. I remember it airing on 4KidsTV last year, and I thought they were done with it. Guess they’re bringing it back for the new block. How many times do they expect kids to watch that first season? 😂

User3:
I mean, I guess this is better than leaving the 11:30 AM slot empty. But honestly, I would’ve preferred if they just kept Eon Kid. Chaotic is decent, but don’t we already have enough card game shows? Between this and Magi-Nation, it feels like they’re loading up on the same type of content.

User4:
I actually like this move. Chaotic has a lot of potential if they stick with it. The show had a ton of world-building and cool creature designs. Plus, the card game tie-in is still pretty fun. It’s not as deep as Eon Kid’s story, but kids these days seem to love that kind of stuff.

User5:
Good choice, IMO. Chaotic probably makes more sense for the audience they’re trying to reach. To be fair, I thought Eon Kid was cool, but it felt more like a show for older kids or teens. Chaotic is more in line with a younger Saturday morning crowd with all the action and collectible cards hype.

User6:
But why would they dump Eon Kid completely instead of just shifting it to another time? The serialized shows bring something different to the block. Chaotic is fine, but it feels super 4Kids-y, if that makes sense—like they’re going back to that formula they’ve been stuck on since the Yu-Gi-Oh! days.

User7:
Ugh, Chaotic is soooo boring to me. I tried watching it when it was on 4KidsTV, and it just didn’t grab me. I remember wanting it to be more like Pokémon (real adventures instead of just VR battles). I guess I’ll give it another shot, but I’m setting my expectations low.

User8:
I’m with you, @User7. It’s kind of meh to me too. But I get why they’re bringing it back—it fits that classic 4Kids vibe. Also, let’s be honest, this is 100% a business decision. They’re clearly trying to sell more Chaotic cards in stores. It’s always about the merch sales with 4Kids, lol.

User9:
Honestly, I don’t mind Chaotic. The creature battles are cool, and the animation is pretty solid. Plus, the concept of the characters traveling between Earth and Perim (and recording battle scans for their decks) is kind of unique. I just hope they actually expand on the lore if it’s getting another shot on CW4Kids.

User6:
That’s the thing, though. I feel like Chaotic had potential to be a great show, but when I watched the first season, it felt like they didn’t do enough with the "travel between worlds" idea. If they greenlight new episodes, I’ll watch. But if they’re just recycling the old ones, why bother?

User1 (OP):
Yeah, from what I’ve read, this is just the first season of Chaotic airing on CW4Kids, at least for now. No news about new episodes yet. I do think it’ll fill the slot okay, but like others have said, I was hoping for something fresher than just recycling an older show.

User10:
Wait, so... If Chaotic is coming back, does this mean they’re phasing out more shows soon? I know the block’s still new, but this feels like a short-term fix. And with Magi-Nation stuck at 7:30 AM, I’m worried we’ll lose that one next, too!

User3:
Yeah, I’m kind of getting that vibe too. Magi-Nation feels like it’s on borrowed time—same with Skunk Fu!. If Chaotic does well at 11:30, I wouldn’t be surprised if they use it to replace one of those earlier shows too.

User4:
Let’s not overreact yet. If Chaotic pulls in decent numbers, that could actually help keep the block going strong. Maybe if it does well, they’ll even bring in more shows down the line instead of dropping stuff. I wish 4Kids would just tell us more about their long-term lineup plans.

User5:
4Kids making long-term plans? 😂 That’s a good one. They’re definitely just playing it safe right now and pushing whatever might sell merch. I’ll watch the first few episodes of Chaotic again, but I’m not expecting anything mind-blowing.

User9:
I’ll give Chaotic another chance, at least. It’s not my favorite 4Kids show, but I liked the battle mechanics and strategies, and the character designs were pretty cool. Hopefully, CW4Kids uses this as a springboard to add new content later on.

User7:
I don’t hate the idea of bringing in Chaotic, but man, I just miss the days when Saturday morning cartoons had more variety. Less card games and collectibles, more unique-to-TV stories. Eon Kid being gone still stings. I’m gonna hope they don’t give Magi-Nation the same treatment, though.

User1 (OP):
Looks like opinions are mixed, for sure. I’ll tune in to see how Chaotic holds up, but like a lot of you said, I hope 4Kids doesn’t lean too hard into the "card battle" genre for every show going forward. Keeping my fingers crossed for some fresh new additions later this year!

User2:
Same here. I’ll check out Chaotic for nostalgia, but here’s hoping CW4Kids finds a better balance soon. For now, I’m just happy Spider-Man is still safe and sound where it is. Long live The Spectacular Spider-Man!

User6:
You know what? That’s the one thing we can all agree on. Leave Spider-Man alone! 😂 Still the best thing on this block by far.


Write a follow up where in Fall, GoGoRiki, YGO 5Ds and TMNT BTTS are joining


Forum Thread: HUGE CW4Kids Fall Update – GoGoRiki, Yu-Gi-Oh! 5D’s, AND TMNT: Back to the Sewer Joining the Lineup! - August 23, 2008

User1 (OP):
Big news for CW4Kids, everyone! They just announced three new shows coming to the block this fall, starting in September! Here’s what we’re getting:

GoGoRiki
Yu-Gi-Oh! 5D’s
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Back to the Sewer
Looks like the block is getting a major refresh! What do you all think?

User2:
Wait, what?! Yu-Gi-Oh! 5D’s is already coming to the block? That’s crazy. I remember reading about it a few months ago and wondering when they’d bring it stateside. I’m curious to see how they handle the "card games on motorcycles" thing. Sounds ridiculous but also kind of awesome. 😂

User3:
FINALLY, TMNT is getting more love. I’ve been waiting for them to bring a new season after Fast Forward. Hopefully Back to the Sewer goes back to the darker vibes of the original TMNT series. I wasn’t super into the futuristic setting with Fast Forward.

User4:
Omg, GoGoRiki!? That’s the Russian show Smeshariki, right? I didn’t expect 4Kids to dub something like that. It’s so different from their usual action-heavy lineup! I’m curious to see how it fits in. Does anyone know if it’s going to stay true to the original series, or is 4Kids going to make it completely wacky like they did with One Piece?

User5:
I love how all three of these shows bring something totally different to the block. 5D’s is for the hardcore Yu-Gi-Oh! fans, TMNT is another classic for action lovers, and GoGoRiki is probably gonna be more comedy-focused. I think 4Kids is trying hard to find something for everyone.

User6:
Excited about all of these, but I’m especially hyped for Yu-Gi-Oh! 5D’s. I grew up with the original Yu-Gi-Oh! and liked GX well enough, but this seems like a fresh spin with older characters. Plus, high-speed dueling on motorcycles could actually be really intense if they do it right.

User7:
GoGoRiki feels really random, not gonna lie. Isn’t that show geared toward younger kids? I don’t see how it’s going to work alongside stuff like Spider-Man or 5D’s. Then again, maybe it’ll give the block some more variety.

User4:
@User7 From what I’ve heard, GoGoRiki is more about silly humor and life lessons. It might be aimed at a younger audience, but sometimes kids’ shows like that can be really fun. I kind of like that it’s not another action-adventure series. It’ll be nice to have something lighthearted in the mix.

User8:
This lineup is looking strong! TMNT: Back to the Sewer will probably be the highlight for me. I’ve been a diehard fan since the original series, and while Fast Forward was okay, I’m hoping this season gets back to the gritty, street-level action we think of when we hear "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles."

User9:
Agreed, Back to the Sewer better give us those classic TMNT vibes! I heard it’s going to feature the return of Shredder and some new cyber-themed storylines. Might be a mix of old-school grit and modern tech stuff, but as long as the Turtles feel like themselves, I’m on board.

User2:
It’s wild to think how crowded the block is getting now. With 5D’s, GoGoRiki, and TMNT jumping in, I wonder if they’re pushing something out to make room? I don’t see them keeping everything—there’s only so much time on Saturday mornings.

User1 (OP):
Good point. They haven’t given the full schedule yet, but my guess is we’ll lose a few shows. If I had to bet, World of Quest or Skunk Fu! might be on the chopping block. Neither of those seems to have a huge fanbase compared to these big new announcements.

User3:
Yeah, Skunk Fu! feels like it’s barely holding on as it is. I like it, but it’s probably not pulling in big numbers. And wasn’t World of Quest already moved to a later time slot during the summer? That’s usually not a good sign.

User5:
Imagine if Magi-Nation gets cut. That show’s been stuck in the early morning since the block started, and it still feels like it hasn’t found an audience. I’d hate to see it go, though—it’s one of the most unique shows they have.

User10:
I hope Magi-Nation survives, but honestly, I wouldn’t be surprised if it gets bumped. Between Spider-Man, TMNT, and now 5D’s, it’s kind of getting buried under more popular franchises. And let’s be real, CW4Kids already cut Eon Kid for being "too niche."

User6:
They better not touch Spectacular Spider-Man. That’s the best show on Saturday morning TV right now. But yeah, it’s definitely getting crowded. I wouldn’t want to be the person trying to decide which shows stay and which go.

User4:
I wonder if they’ll use GoGoRiki as the "opener" for the block, like at 7:00 AM. It’s probably the most kid-friendly out of all of them. It could work better at the earlier time when younger kids are more likely to be watching. Then they could end the block with 5D’s or TMNT for the older crowd.

User7:
That could work, but if GoGoRiki flops, I feel like the rest of the block could suffer. It seems like 4Kids is trying to appeal to too many audiences at once. Maybe just stick to the action stuff—those are always the biggest hits.

User8:
Or maybe they’re experimenting to see what sticks. Saturday morning blocks are way more cutthroat now than they used to be, so it makes sense to try different things. As long as Spider-Man and TMNT stay strong, the block will be fine. 5D’s will probably print money with merch sales alone.

User9:
Yeah, the bigger franchises like 5D’s and TMNT will definitely carry the block. I’m cautiously optimistic about GoGoRiki’s chances, though. It’s so different from everything else, which might actually help it stand out. Plus, it’s not like every show on Saturday mornings has to be about saving the world, lol.

User1 (OP):
Good points all around. I think this fall lineup has potential to be their best yet if they play it right. Here’s hoping 4Kids can balance variety without cutting too many fan favorites! September can’t come soon enough—I’m hyped to see how this all plays out!

User2:
Same here! Even though I’ll miss some of the older shows if they get cut, this refresh feels like it could really breathe new life into the block. Let’s see what the new fall schedule looks like when they announce it!

User3:
All I know is, Saturdays are about to get a whole lot busier. Between TMNT, 5D’s, and Spectacular Spider-Man, it’s gonna be hard to pick a favorite. Bring on the fall season!


Write a follow up where they're definitely not cutting this show


Forum Thread: Good News! CW4Kids Confirms They’re Keeping [Show Name] - September 10, 2008

User1 (OP):
Hey everyone! Just saw an updated announcement about the CW4Kids fall lineup, and guess what—they’ve confirmed that [Show Name] is definitely staying in the schedule! There were rumors it might be cut to make room for the new shows, but 4Kids says it’s safe for now. What a relief!

User2:
Wait, really?! [Show Name] is staying? That’s awesome! There were so many rumors that it was on the chopping block, especially with all these new shows coming in. I’m glad 4Kids didn’t ditch it. The block wouldn’t feel the same without it.

User3:
Yes!! I was so worried they’d pull the plug on [Show Name] to make space for Yu-Gi-Oh! 5D’s or TMNT: Back to the Sewer. The fall block is already crowded, so this is a pleasant surprise. I’m glad 4Kids sees the value in keeping it!

User4:
Whew, that’s some great news. Honestly, [Show Name] adds a different flavor to the block. Between all the card battles and action series, it’s refreshing to have something like this in the mix. Cutting it would've been a huge mistake.

User5:
Super hyped to hear this! I feel like [Show Name] doesn’t get the attention it deserves, but it adds a lot of variety to CW4Kids. With all these new action-packed shows like TMNT and 5D's, it's smart to keep something that stands out in tone and style.

User6:
Honestly, when I saw the fall lineup reveal, I figured [Show Name] was doomed. It’s not as flashy as some of the new big hitters, but I guess it’s still pulling in decent enough ratings to stay. Or maybe 4Kids just didn’t want to risk ditching it and alienating its fans. Either way, I’m glad it’s not going anywhere!

User7:
Same here. Of all the shows people thought might get canned, [Show Name] seemed like the obvious choice. I’m so glad 4Kids proved us wrong. It’s always nice when they actually listen to fans for once.

User8:
Low-key, I wonder if we freaked out for nothing. Maybe [Show Name] was never really on the chopping block, and those rumors were just people panicking because so many new shows were being added. Either way, I’m just happy it’s staying!

User9:
This is a relief! I was mentally preparing myself for [Show Name] to get cut, even though I think it brings so much to the block. Like, not every Saturday morning show has to be about epic battles and saving the world. Sometimes you just want something lighter or more unique, you know?

User10:
Yeah, it’s nice to see 4Kids keeping some balance in the block. [Show Name] is just so different from the rest of the lineup. I feel like it appeals to a totally different crowd, and that’s a good thing for CW4Kids as a whole.

User5:
Agreed! With everything else skewing toward high-stakes action (Spider-Man, 5D’s, TMNT), [Show Name] is such a nice change of pace. I hope it gets some better promotion now that it’s officially staying. It deserves more eyes on it!

User1 (OP):
Totally agree with you all. I also hope they use this opportunity to showcase [Show Name] a bit more. Now that they’ve proven they’re sticking with it, maybe they’ll give it some better time slots or promos to help it find an even bigger audience.

User3:
Honestly, keeping [Show Name] is one of the smartest moves CW4Kids has made this year. I don’t care if it doesn’t pull in TMNT-level ratings—it gives the block a nice variety. Saturday mornings are more fun when there’s a little something for everyone.

User2:
Exactly! If CW4Kids only focused on high-rated action stuff, the block would just feel repetitive. [Show Name] is so unique that I think people would miss it even if it doesn’t have the massive fanbase some of the others do.

User4:
I know some people wrote [Show Name] off as being "too niche," but maybe that’s why it’s sticking around. It’s different, and that makes it stand out. Here’s hoping 4Kids keeps giving it the love it deserves!

User7:
This whole thing makes me wonder: how long can they realistically keep so many shows running? I mean, there’s Magi-Nation, Skunk Fu!, World of Quest, Spider-Man, TMNT, 5D’s, Chaotic, GoGoRiki, and now [Show Name] confirmed to stay. That feels like a packed lineup. Something’s gotta give eventually, right?

User6:
You’re probably right, @User7, but maybe they’ll shuffle things around instead of outright canceling shows. Like, they could move some stuff to early-morning slots and keep experimenting. And if the fall additions bring in enough viewers, maybe CW4Kids can convince the network to extend the block by an hour or something.

User8:
That would be awesome! Imagine if we got more time for shows like [Show Name] to really shine. Right now, cramming everything into a few hours feels limiting, especially with all the new content they’re adding. Still, for now, I’m just thankful they aren’t axing it!

User1 (OP):
Exactly. Let’s celebrate the small victories for now, lol. I know they can’t keep everything forever, but it feels like 4Kids is finally finding a nice balance. Here’s hoping [Show Name] sticks around for the long haul—it totally deserves it!

User9:
Agreed! Fall’s looking amazing for CW4Kids, and keeping [Show Name] only makes it better. Saturdays are gonna be jam-packed with awesome shows, and I’m here for it.

User3:
Same here! Let’s enjoy this lineup while we’ve got it. CW4Kids is giving us one of the most exciting Saturday mornings in years, and I can’t wait to see it in action this fall!


Write the new schedule


CW4Kids Fall 2008 Schedule
(Effective starting September 2008 with GoGoRiki, Yu-Gi-Oh! 5D's, and TMNT: Back to the Sewer joining the block!)

7:00 AM – GoGoRiki
Kicking things off, this fun and quirky new addition brings comedy and life lessons in its unique, lighthearted style. Perfect for starting the day with younger viewers!

7:30 AM – Magi-Nation
The early-morning action-adventure stays in the same timeslot, offering a blend of magic, monsters, and strategy for those who can wake up in time for it!

8:00 AM – Skunk Fu!
Back with more kung-fu antics, Skunk and his friends fight off Dragon’s minions in this martial-arts comedy adventure.

8:30 AM – Chaotic
The action heats up with creature battles and card game strategy as Chaotic continues in its prime spot.

9:00 AM – The Spectacular Spider-Man
Everyone’s favorite web-slinger is still holding strong, delivering top-tier superhero action and drama every week.

9:30 AM – The Spectacular Spider-Man
Double your Spidey fun—Peter Parker leads the hour with battles against villains like the Green Goblin and Venom!

10:00 AM – Yu-Gi-Oh! 5D's
The premiere of Yu-Gi-Oh! 5D's brings high-speed dueling (on motorcycles!) to Saturday mornings. Get ready for a new era of Yu-Gi-Oh! action with Yusei Fudo leading the charge!

10:30 AM – Yu-Gi-Oh! 5D's
Another back-to-back! Keep the engines revved and your Duel Disks ready for a second episode of 5D’s.

11:00 AM – Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Back to the Sewer
The Turtles return in all-new episodes, diving into cyber-themed adventures while staying true to their street-level ninja roots. Shredder’s back, and the stakes are higher than ever!

11:30 AM – World of Quest
Still holding the late slot, World of Quest wraps up the block with its mix of adventure, comedy, and fantasy.

Notes:

GoGoRiki adds more humor to the lineup and brings a younger vibe to the opening of the block.
Yu-Gi-Oh! GX is officially being retired in favor of the brand-new Yu-Gi-Oh! 5D's.
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Back to the Sewer marks the return of the Turtles to the CW4Kids lineup after Fast Forward concluded.
Magi-Nation, Skunk Fu!, and World of Quest are staying, but their fans were worried these shows might be cut. This proves they’re safe for now.
Forum Reactions:

User1:
This is such an exciting lineup! I was worried CW4Kids would have to cut too many shows to make room for the new stuff, but it looks like they’re making it work! I’m thrilled that Magi-Nation and World of Quest are still around.

User2:
5D’s AND TMNT back-to-back? I’m gonna be glued to my TV come Saturday mornings. Card games on motorcycles AND ninja turtles—it’s so ridiculous yet perfect.

User3:
I love that they’re keeping Spectacular Spider-Man’s two-episode chunk. That show deserves all the time it can get. Also, GoGoRiki at 7:00 AM makes sense—it has that early, bright-and-funny energy perfect for younger kids.

User4:
Yo, TMNT: Back to the Sewer airing at 11:00 AM? That’s kind of late compared to where it used to air, but I’ll make it work. Can’t wait to see how they handle this new season. The cyber stuff sounds kind of wild but fun.

User5:
This schedule is STACKED. They’ve got superheroes, card games, ninjas, fantasy, and even a little comedy with GoGoRiki. Props to CW4Kids for stepping it up this fall.

User6:
Still don’t know how I feel about 5D’s yet, but I’ll give it a shot. I grew up with the original Yu-Gi-Oh!, so anything different feels weird, but maybe the high-speed dueling angle will work. At least it has two episodes to win me over!

User7:
I’m glad Magi-Nation is sticking around, even if it’s still stuck at 7:30 AM. The show deserves a better time slot, but hey, at least it’s not gone like Eon Kid. Early risers, unite!

User8:
Can we talk about how lucky we are as fans right now? Between Spider-Man, TMNT, and now 5D’s, this is probably the strongest Saturday morning block we’ve had in years. CW4Kids is trying hard to be THE go-to place for weekend cartoons.

User9:
For real! This lineup feels like something for everyone: funny stuff like GoGoRiki, action-packed shows like TMNT, and even older-style adventure stuff with Magi-Nation and World of Quest. Props to them for keeping the variety.

User10:
Man, Saturday mornings are stacked this fall. Between CW4Kids, Cartoon Network’s Ben 10 and Clone Wars, and Nickelodeon still doing SpongeBob, it feels like we’re getting a 2nd golden age of cartoons. Let’s hope it lasts!


Write a follow up saying I can't believe they chose WoQ over JT


Forum Thread: I CAN’T BELIEVE They Kept World of Quest Over Johnny Test! - September 15, 2008

User1 (OP):
Okay, I just have to say it—how on Earth did CW4Kids decide to keep World of Quest and drop Johnny Test!? Don’t get me wrong, World of Quest is fine, I guess, but Johnny Test was so much more popular! People actually watched it! This decision makes no sense.

User2:
Wait, what?! Johnny Test is gone?? I honestly didn’t even realize it wasn’t in the fall lineup until now! That’s insane—it’s one of the most recognizable shows they had. World of Quest barely makes a blip on anyone’s radar. What are they thinking?

User3:
For real, this is ridiculous. Johnny Test is just plain fun, and even if some people think it’s overplayed, I’d rather watch it any day over World of Quest. Not to mention, Johnny Test has a ton of crossover appeal—it’s just more kid-friendly and accessible.

User4:
I KNOW! I was scrolling through the fall schedule announcment and didn't even notice that Johnny Test was straight-up missing until I watched CW4Kids this weekend and realized it was gone. World of Quest is okay, but come on. Johnny Test is a way bigger hit and has more replay value.

User5:
I don’t get it either! Johnny Test felt like a show that brought energy to the block. Sure, it’s silly, but it’s the kind of cartoon energy you want on Saturday mornings. Meanwhile, World of Quest just feels so… generic. Like, does anyone even talk about World of Quest ever?

User6:
Honestly, I’m shook they chose World of Quest over Johnny Test. Don’t get me wrong—I like World of Quest for its humor and fantasy setting, but it appeals to such a niche audience compared to Johnny Test. Get ready for complaints, CW4Kids.

User7:
Guys, I know a lot of people love Johnny Test, but maybe it wasn’t CW4Kids’ decision to cut it? Isn’t it technically a show produced by a different company? Maybe they didn’t renew the deal with Warner Bros. or couldn’t afford to keep licensing it. Still, it’s a major loss for the block. :(

User8:
Ugh, I’d rather watch Johnny Test reruns than a full new season of World of Quest. That show just doesn’t have the same charm or staying power. Like, kids love Johnny Test! CW4Kids just shot themselves in the foot by dropping it.

User9:
@User7 That’s probably true, actually. I think Johnny Test might not have been a full "4Kids brand" since it aired in other places too (like Cartoon Network later on). But even if that’s the case, why is World of Quest the show they’re pushing instead? Couldn’t they prioritize something bigger?

User10:
It’s possible Johnny Test’s audience had already moved on. I mean, it was on different channels already, and maybe it was starting to lose steam? I’ll be sad to see it go, but I’m willing to give World of Quest a chance to grow. (Even though, yeah… it feels like a weird move by 4Kids to keep it over JT.)

User3:
“Lose steam”?! No way. People were STILL watching Johnny Test! And even if it appeared in other places, Saturday morning was its home for so many fans. I think it was just a bad call by CW4Kids. They’re picking the underdog (World of Quest) when the fan-favorite (Johnny Test) deserved the spot.

User6:
Not to stir the pot, but does anyone else wonder how World of Quest got saved? Like, does it have crazy good ratings we don’t know about, or is someone at CW4Kids just really pushing it? I always thought it was one of the weaker shows on the lineup, but apparently not?

User4:
It probably comes down to money. If World of Quest is cheaper to air or produce than Johnny Test, then CW4Kids probably prioritized it for budget reasons. Still doesn’t make it any less annoying, though.

User8:
I just think it’s weird for a block crowded with strong action shows (Spider-Man, TMNT, 5D’s) to keep yet another fantasy-adventure series like World of Quest. Johnny Test was different—it was all over-the-top humor and slapstick, and there’s nothing else like that left on the block now.

User1 (OP):
Exactly. Johnny Test brought something unique to the table that none of the current shows can replace. Spectacular Spider-Man is amazing, TMNT is great, but those are different kinds of fun than JT’s chaotic energy. Without it, the block feels too serious now.

User9:
Yup, I think CW4Kids leaned a bit too heavily on action shows for fall 2008. You’ve got 5D’s, TMNT, Spider-Man, even World of Quest to an extent—they’re all aimed more at the older, more action/adventure-loving crowd. Johnny Test was perfect for the younger audience and balanced the lineup.

User5:
It’s going to feel really weird having Spectacular Spider-Man lead into Yu-Gi-Oh! 5D’s with no Johnny Test in between. That show was such a good bridge between the comedy shows and the action block. Now it’s like all action, all the time.

User7:
Honestly, CW4Kids might regret this. Johnny Test has a huge fanbase, and I’m pretty sure it’s going to pop up somewhere else eventually—maybe Cartoon Network or Nick (again). Meanwhile, World of Quest… I guess we’ll see how many people actually stick around for it now.

User10:
It’s definitely strange, but I guess we should wait and see how the fall season plays out. Who knows? Maybe World of Quest will surprise us and gain some more traction. But I’ll always be salty about losing Johnny Test. CW4Kids, you really messed up.

User2:
RIP Johnny Test. You deserved better. If anyone hears about it coming back on another channel, please post about it ASAP. For now, I’ll fill the void with Chaotic and Spectacular Spider-Man, but nothing will replace my twin sisters and "WHIPCRACK!" sound effects.

User3:
At this point, all we can do is hope that Johnny Test finds a new home soon, or that CW4Kids realizes their mistake and brings it back. Until then… guess I’ll give World of Quest another shot. Begrudgingly. 😒

User6:
If this thread’s any indication, CW4Kids really underestimated how much people loved Johnny Test. Their loss, honestly. Let’s see how long World of Quest actually lasts now that it’s taking up prime JT real estate.


Write a follow p asking if they're already airing S2, Canada literally JUST started S1


Forum Thread: Wait… Is CW4Kids Already Airing World of Quest Season 2?! Canada JUST Started Season 1! - September 21, 2008

User1 (OP):
Okay, this is wild. Is CW4Kids already airing Season 2 of World of Quest?! I saw a new episode this weekend, but then I found out that in Canada, Season 1 literally JUST started airing. Like, how is this even happening? Did the U.S. get the episodes early or something?

User2:
Wait, what?! I didn’t even realize what I was watching yesterday was Season 2! I just thought it was another random World of Quest episode. That’s insane if we’re ahead of Canada—it’s literally a Canadian-made show! How do we have Season 2 already when they’re still catching up on Season 1?

User3:
You’re kidding, right? Canada JUST got started on Season 1? How backwards is that? I thought World of Quest was a Canadian show, so you’d think they’d air everything first. Meanwhile, we’re apparently already diving into Season 2 on CW4Kids? That’s kinda hilarious but also really confusing.

User4:
Yeah, I heard about this too! Apparently Canada’s airing World of Quest on Teletoon or something, but they’re way behind. CW4Kids must’ve jumped the gun and aired Season 2 early, probably to fill out the fall lineup with "new" episodes. Still, it’s weird to me that the U.S. is getting new content before the home country. 🤔

User5:
Honestly, this happens more often than you’d think with cartoons. If a network in another country (like CW4Kids in the U.S.) buys the rights to the show and wants to push it hard, they might work with the studio to get new episodes earlier. Canada still airs the show, but I guess they’re sticking to their own rollout schedule? Still weird, though.

User6:
It’s probably the same situation Johnny Test had a while back—Cartoon Network in the U.S. aired new episodes way before Canada did even though it’s a Canadian production. I kind of feel bad for Canadian viewers who are stuck at the start of Season 1 while we’re already two steps ahead.

User7:
But, like… is CW4Kids hyping this up as Season 2, or are they quietly airing the new episodes hoping no one notices? Because I feel like no one’s actually promoting World of Quest that much. It feels like it’s just there while all the spotlight is on TMNT, Spider-Man, and Yu-Gi-Oh! 5D’s.

User8:
Yeah, I’ve noticed that too. CW4Kids hasn’t done much to promote World of Quest, so most people probably don’t even realize they’re airing Season 2 already. If you didn’t follow the show closely, you’d probably just assume their "new" episodes are still from Season 1. Meanwhile, poor Canada is stuck starting out with the pilot, lol.

User9:
Honestly, I think 4Kids just wanted something to label as "new episodes" to round out their fall slate. They’ve got all this big-ticket stuff (TMNT, 5D’s), but World of Quest needed something to justify keeping it around—so they probably pulled the trigger early on Season 2. That doesn’t explain why Canada’s so behind, though. You’d think the creators would premiere it there first?

User10:
Does anyone know if there’s even a difference in airing order between the U.S. and Canada? Is it like Yu-Gi-Oh! where episodes air out of order sometimes? I can’t keep track of all these regional differences, lol. Maybe Canada just decided to be "different" with its rollout.

User3:
@User10 From what I’ve seen, this isn’t a Yu-Gi-Oh! situation. Apparently, Canada really is just starting fresh with Season 1 while CW4Kids somehow jumped ahead to Season 2. No weird mixing of episode orders or anything—it’s literally that the U.S. is ahead timeline-wise, lol.

User5:
It makes you wonder if the Canadian team behind the show is okay with this. Like, how do they feel about their own series being aired "out of order" across countries? This feels like something they weren’t expecting but had to roll with because CW4Kids pushed for it.

User7:
You know, if they’re pushing World of Quest ahead like this, CW4Kids probably sees it as one of the weaker shows on the block and just wants to burn through its extra content faster. Otherwise, why not take their time and spread out the episodes? Instead, they’re hoping Season 2 will keep people interested, even though it doesn’t feel like anyone is watching.

User1 (OP):
Honestly, it kinda feels like they don’t know what to do with World of Quest. They obviously kept it over Johnny Test for SOME reason, but now they’re dumping new episodes without much fanfare. I’m watching Season 2 just to see where it goes, but it’s such a strange situation.

User4:
Yeah, it really feels like World of Quest is hanging by a thread. Airing new episodes early is probably their way of testing if people care enough to keep it going into 2009. If it doesn’t grab attention, it’s probably getting cut after this season.

User6:
The sad part is that World of Quest could be so much better with the right backing and promotion. Instead, it’s just here to fill space alongside heavy hitters like Spider-Man and TMNT. And now, it’s positioned to get even less love when fans realize the episodes aren’t brand new worldwide.

User9:
Honestly, CW4Kids should’ve just kept Johnny Test if they weren’t going to give World of Quest the proper sendoff it deserves. Rushing through new episodes like this sends a bad message to fans. Are we supposed to care about the show when it seems like the network doesn’t?

User8:
Let’s be real: this is probably World of Quest’s last hurrah. If CW4Kids doesn’t hype the new episodes, we’ll all move on to the flashier stuff (TMNT or 5D’s), and World of Quest will fade into obscurity by next year. It’s sad, but I don’t see them committing to a third season.

User3:
As someone in Canada, this whole situation is kinda funny to watch from the outside. Like, I’m just starting to see the pilot air on Teletoon, while the U.S. audience is already halfway into the next season. Guess I’ll avoid spoilers and enjoy my slow rollout, lol.

User10:
I’ll keep watching World of Quest, but it’s hard not to feel like the show is stuck in the shadow of CW4Kids’ bigger productions. I enjoy it, but I’d like to see 4Kids actually back it more instead of rushing through its newest episodes while Canada is barely out of the gate with the original season.


Write a follow up saying we jumped the gun with Spider Riders too


Forum Thread: So Apparently We Jumped the Gun With Spider Riders As Well??? - September 28, 2008

User1 (OP):
Okay, so I'm digging into this World of Quest chaos (you know, the whole "Season 2 in the U.S. while Canada just started Season 1" thing), and guess what? It turns out Spider Riders had the exact same problem back when it aired here a few years ago. Apparently, the U.S. was WAY ahead in airing episodes, while Canada was just barely catching up with the first season. Like… what is it with U.S. networks just speeding through these Canadian-made shows?

User2:
Oh man, I remember that happening with Spider Riders! I had friends in Canada freaking out because they’d just started getting episodes, while Kids’ WB here was already deep into the second season. It's hilarious how some Canadian shows seem to premiere "out of order" in their own country.

User3:
Wow, I totally forgot about that! Spider Riders had the same weird scheduling stuff as World of Quest. I guess U.S. networks like Kids’ WB (and now 4Kids) just want to rush through content to keep their lineups fresh, even if it makes no sense with how the shows aired originally.

User4:
This is such a mess. You’d think the creators would want their own country to get first dibs on stuff like Spider Riders or World of Quest. Instead, it feels like these networks in the U.S. just want to make these shows their property as fast as possible, even if it screws over Canadian viewers.

User5:
Honestly, this shouldn’t surprise anyone. U.S. networks are just way more aggressive when it comes to airing new content. They’re constantly trying to one-up each other on Saturday mornings, especially back in the Kids’ WB days. I’m guessing Spider Riders got fast-tracked because they thought it’d compete with stuff like Yu-Gi-Oh! and Pokémon.

User6:
Yeah, 100%. The U.S. likes rushing out new episodes to brag, "Hey, we’re the first ones airing cool new stuff!" Meanwhile, Canadian networks are way more chill and take their time. It’s funny now, but I bet it was super annoying for Canadian fans of Spider Riders back in the day.

User7:
It’s deja vu, honestly. Everything that’s happening with World of Quest right now (Season 2 here, Season 1 there) is exactly how Spider Riders got handled. The second season aired here, but in Canada, Season 1 was still crawling along because Teletoon was spreading the episodes out. I remember feeling bad for Canadian fans who were stuck behind us.

User8:
The real question is—does this help or hurt the shows? Like, sure, the U.S. networks get the "exclusive" shiny new content first, but does rushing ahead actually make the audience care about these shows more? Or does it just make people forget about them after they’ve burned through all the episodes? Spider Riders didn’t exactly stick around in people’s heads, you know?

User9:
Good point, @User8. I loved Spider Riders when it aired, but I feel like the rushed airing in the U.S. hurt its long-term popularity. They went through both seasons so fast that it didn’t have much time to build a proper fanbase here OR in Canada. Now it’s just a forgotten gem. Hopefully, World of Quest doesn’t end up the same way.

User4:
It probably will, though. If 4Kids is already dumping World of Quest Season 2 episodes with zero promotion while Canada’s still enjoying the start of Season 1, it’s clear they don’t care about pacing the rollout. They just want to fill slots with "new-ish" episodes and move on. Same thing happened with Spider Riders, and look where that show ended up.

User3:
RIP Spider Riders, seriously. That show could’ve been a lot bigger if they didn’t treat it like disposable Saturday morning content. I’m honestly surprised anyone even remembers the second season aired since it came and went so fast here. Hopefully Teletoon in Canada gave it a bit more focus.

User10:
What’s wild is that watching Spider Riders in the U.S. back then made me feel like I was getting some kind of exclusive premiere, but looking back, it’s clear they were just burning through content faster than they were supposed to. Feels kind of shady, to be honest.

User6:
Honestly, it’s unfair to the creators of these shows. Imagine spending years creating a series and carefully building its story, only for one network (cough Kids’ WB or CW4Kids cough) to speedrun the entire thing in a few months. No wonder shows like Spider Riders kind of disappeared. They never got time to breathe!

User5:
Yup, and I feel like the exact same thing is happening to World of Quest right now. If CW4Kids burns through Season 2 too fast and then doesn’t renew it for a third season, I won’t be surprised at all. It’s like these Canadian action-adventure shows can never catch a break here.

User7:
Anyone here from Canada who can confirm whether they cared more about Spider Riders when it aired? I’d love to know if it actually got a proper rollout over there, or if it was just as forgotten as it was in the U.S., even with the slower schedule.

User9:
@User7 I’m in Canada, and honestly, we weren’t much better. Spider Riders had a bit of a push at the start, but it wasn’t some huge deal over here either. By the time the second season would've aired, most people I knew had already stopped following it. The slower rollout didn’t help much, sadly.

User1 (OP):
Sounds like Spider Riders was doomed either way, lol. Whether you speed through it (U.S.) or drag it out (Canada), it doesn’t feel like anyone gave it the attention it deserved. I wouldn’t be surprised if World of Quest ends up with the same fate.

User8:
Yeah, it’s frustrating. These types of action-adventure shows (World of Quest, Spider Riders) just don’t seem to get the proper care they need to build an audience. It’s all about burning through episodes as quickly as possible or airing them with zero consistency. Now they’re basically lost to time.

User3:
At this rate, I won’t be surprised if we find out Chaotic or Magi-Nation had similar weird airing issues. Saturday morning cartoons were such a weird time where it felt like networks were just trying to churn through shows with no long-term plan.

User4:
Honestly, this thread makes me think that Canadian animated shows need better distributors in the U.S. If CW4Kids keeps rushing through series like World of Quest and Spider Riders, these shows will never get the love they deserve. It’s a shame.

User10:
Yup, and here we are again with World of Quest, repeating all the same mistakes. Let’s see how long it takes for everyone to forget about Season 2 the same way they forgot about Spider Riders. CW4Kids, do better!


Write a follow up saying WB sped through S1 before TVTokyo or Teletoon even finished it


Forum Thread: So WB Sped Through Spider Riders Season 1 Before TV Tokyo or Teletoon Even Finished It? - October 5, 2008

User1 (OP):
Alright, I did some more digging into the whole Spider Riders airing fiasco, and get this—Kids’ WB didn’t just jump ahead of Canada. They also finished airing Season 1 BEFORE TV Tokyo in Japan or Teletoon in Canada even completed the FIRST SEASON. How does this even happen?! Imagine co-producing a show, only to have a network in another country speedrun the whole thing while you’re still rolling it out. This is insane.

User2:
WHAT. Are you serious? The U.S. network finished the first season before Japan or Canada?! That’s insane to think about, especially since TV Tokyo aired Spider Riders with the original Japanese dub. How did WB get so far ahead? Did they just air episodes nonstop or something?

User3:
Oh my God, Kids’ WB really was wild back in the day. That explains so much about why Spider Riders felt like it vanished so quickly in the U.S.—we just blazed through all the episodes before anyone else even had time to build up hype for it. I can’t believe we beat both Canada and Japan to the finish line.

User4:
Honestly, it sounds like WB just didn’t care about what the other networks were doing. They probably saw Spider Riders as a way to cram in more "new content" ASAP to keep their Saturday morning block fresh and competitive. But wow, finishing before the Japanese creators? That’s next-level rushing.

User5:
I remember watching Spider Riders on Kids’ WB back when it aired, and now that you mention this, it did feel like they were airing new episodes every week without pause. It probably was rushed to compete with something like Yu-Gi-Oh! or Pokémon. Too bad it ended so fast—it could’ve been huge if they’d paced it better.

User6:
So let me get this straight: Spider Riders was co-produced in Canada and Japan, but Kids’ WB in the U.S. somehow managed to air the whole first season before either Canadian or Japanese audiences finished it? That feels like such a slap in the face to the creators who worked on the show. Like, "Thanks for making this. We’re just gonna blitz through it and move on."

User7:
This kind of reminds me of what CW4Kids is doing with World of Quest now. Rushing through new episodes WAY ahead of the Canadian rollout and burning through everything just so they can call it "new" on their block. It’s like they learn nothing from these situations.

User3:
That’s the thing with Kids’ WB and now CW4Kids—they don’t seem to care about long-term value for these shows. It’s all about pushing "what’s next" as fast as possible to stay competitive. Who cares if the show gets forgotten in the process, right? 😒

User8:
I feel bad for Spider Riders fans in Japan and Canada. Imagine watching your favorite show air weekly, only to find out that an entirely different country has ALREADY finished the season before you’re even halfway through it. Japan loves serialized storytelling, and WB just blew through the episodes like it was no big deal.

User9:
It’s not even just disrespectful to the fans—it’s confusing for the story, too! Spider Riders had an ongoing plot, so rushing Season 1 with zero breaks probably made the story more overwhelming for viewers. This feels like such a short-sighted decision by WB.

User5:
Yeah, Spider Riders was serialized, and I remember it getting kinda intense toward the middle of Season 1 with the Oracle Keys. If they were rushing the episodes out weekly (or faster), it probably became harder for casual viewers to keep up with the story. And then when it was gone, people forgot about it because WB had moved on.

User10:
It’s wild to think that TV Tokyo didn’t even get their own show’s finale on air before Kids’ WB did. That’s gotta sting. Japanese anime is usually so carefully paced, so hearing about something like this happening makes me wonder how the Japanese producers felt watching it all unfold.

User7:
It probably wasn’t great. Rushing the episodes also kills the pacing of the story and leaves no time for the audience to process it all. Networks like TV Tokyo and Teletoon work on slower schedules so the hype builds, but WB just bulldozed through everything to fill Saturday morning slots.

User4:
It’s funny because rushing through episodes doesn’t even seem like a good strategy. Sure, WB aired Spider Riders fast, but what did it really accomplish? It didn’t make the show stick around longer, and it probably hurt any global marketing plans since Japan and Canada were still playing catch-up when the U.S. already "moved on."

User6:
Exactly! WB didn’t just hurt the show by airing it so fast—they hurt the brand. Instead of maximizing hype in all three countries at the same time, you’ve got staggered releases and different audiences at different points in the story. It’s no wonder Spider Riders fizzled out so quickly, even though it had such a unique concept.

User3:
It seems like U.S. networks just see shows like Spider Riders (or World of Quest) as short-term "content" to keep the block alive for a few months. Meanwhile, Canadian and Japanese networks seem to actually treat these series with care. Imagine how much bigger these shows could’ve been if everyone had been on the same rollout schedule.

User9:
This problem is still happening! Look at World of Quest! CW4Kids is already blasting through Season 2, completely ignoring that Teletoon JUST STARTED Season 1. It’s literally Spider Riders all over again, and no one’s learned anything.

User1 (OP):
Honestly, now that I know this, it feels like it’s less about entertainment and more about some weird competition between networks. Like, WB wasn’t REALLY interested in Spider Riders—they just wanted to air it before anyone else could, even if it made no sense. And now CW4Kids is doing the same with World of Quest.

User2:
It’s a vicious cycle. Canada and Japan create these cool, action-packed shows with great stories, and then U.S. networks treat them like disposable fuel for Saturday mornings. It’s like they think rushing through episodes will keep kids watching, but it almost always backfires.

User8:
I hope networks figure this out soon. Shows like Spider Riders and World of Quest deserved better than having their stories rushed and mishandled just so networks could pad their schedules. These could’ve been true classics if they’d gotten more care and consistency.

User5:
I’m with you, @User8. Maybe someday, someone will look back on these shows—Spider Riders, World of Quest, etc.—and figure out what went wrong so future productions don’t suffer the same fate. But for now, it seems like history is just repeating itself. :(


Write a follow up where NOT EVEN EU shows are safe, they pulled this sh*t with Monster Allergy too


Forum Thread: NOT EVEN EU SHOWS ARE SAFE! They Pulled This with Monster Allergy Too?! - October 12, 2008

User1 (OP):
Guys, I’m losing it. So we’ve talked about how Kids’ WB rushed through Spider Riders and how CW4Kids is doing the same with World of Quest, but now I just found out they pulled this exact same nonsense with Monster Allergy a while back.

That show is freaking Italian! Co-produced by Rainbow (the same people behind Winx Club) and based on a really popular European comic. And yet, Kids’ WB sped through Monster Allergy here in the U.S. WAY before it finished airing in Europe! Like, NO ONE is safe from this insanity—not even EU shows!

User2:
Oh my God, I remember watching Monster Allergy on Kids’ WB! It totally makes sense now—it felt like the episodes came and went in the blink of an eye. I can’t believe they aired it so fast here while Europe was still getting new episodes at a normal pace. Why does this keep happening with international shows?!

User3:
Ugh, not surprised at all. Kids’ WB’s whole thing was speed-running through entire shows just to say they had "new content." Monster Allergy deserved so much better. It had such a cool premise with monsters hiding in plain sight and all the allergy-based powers. But instead of building hype, they rushed through it like it was some filler cartoon.

User4:
ARE YOU KIDDING ME?! This show was born in Europe, meant for Europe, and they still didn’t respect the original broadcasters?! How do you take a show like Monster Allergy that’s based on a beloved Italian comic and just burn through the episodes like that? It’s so disrespectful to the creators AND to the fans overseas.

User5:
This is honestly ridiculous. It’s bad enough when WB or 4Kids do this with Canadian co-productions like Spider Riders or World of Quest, but for something like Monster Allergy, which was created and made for European audiences? It feels even more egregious.

User6:
It’s like the U.S. networks don’t care about anything but cramming "new" content onto the schedule with no regard for pacing or the impact on the show's audience. Monster Allergy had so much world-building and character development, but WB pushing it out so fast killed any chance it had of becoming a long-term hit.

User7:
What’s wild is that Monster Allergy was genuinely GOOD. It had great character designs, fun monster concepts, and Zick was such a relatable protagonist. But Kids’ WB treated it like some random throwaway placeholder show instead of giving it the care it deserved. No wonder people barely remember it now.

User8:
Yup, Kids’ WB burned through Monster Allergy so quickly I didn’t even realize the show was over until it disappeared. That fast rollout undermined everything that made it special—like the lore and mysteries about Zick’s powers and the monsters. I feel like most people never even got a chance to watch or fully understand it because of the pacing.

User9:
Meanwhile in Europe, I bet Monster Allergy actually had time to shine. The comic series was huge, but here in the U.S., Kids’ WB killed the buzz before it could even build. How do you take an already popular property and fumble it THIS HARD?!

User10:
This thread feels like deja vu because it’s the exact same thing they did to Spider Riders and now World of Quest. It’s like no matter where the show comes from—Canada, Japan, Europe—if the U.S. gets their hands on it, some network is going to ruin it by airing episodes too fast.

User4:
It’s honestly exhausting watching these networks torpedo good shows over and over again. Like, wouldn’t it make sense to follow the original pacing, let European broadcasters finish their rollout of Monster Allergy, and give the show a chance to grow its international fanbase? Nope. Apparently, "burn through everything as fast as possible" is the only strategy.

User5:
Shows like Monster Allergy thrive on their world-building and serialized plotlines. You can’t just speed through all the episodes and hope the audience stays engaged. It’s such a weird choice by Kids’ WB, especially since this wasn’t even a "filler" kind of show—it had actual substance!

User8:
It’s kind of baffling that WB had no idea how to handle half the shows they aired. Like, you could tell that they thought Pokémon and Yu-Gi-Oh! were hits because of the merch tie-ins, and they understood how to deal with super episodic stuff like Johnny Test. But with something like Monster Allergy, they just didn’t know what to do, so they fast-forwarded through the whole series and called it a day.

User6:
They didn’t even give Monster Allergy a chance to resonate with kids in the U.S.! When you binge through a serialized story this quickly, you completely kill the word-of-mouth hype that builds naturally week-to-week. Shows like this NEED time for fans to theorize, speculate, and get excited. Did they learn nothing from Spider Riders?

User3:
Nope! They clearly didn’t learn anything. That’s why we’re stuck watching 4Kids repeat the same awful pattern with World of Quest. These networks have been treating international co-productions as disposable Saturday morning filler for years, and now they’re just doing it louder and more obviously. It’s infuriating.

User9:
If they’d been smarter about it, Monster Allergy could’ve been the next big thing. I mean, look at Winx Club—another EU show from Rainbow that thrived because it was given decent pacing and lots of attention (at least for its time). Instead, Monster Allergy got treated like some random time-filler and forgotten almost immediately.

User2:
Exactly! Winx Club was handled way better, even during the 4Kids era. Monster Allergy had just as much potential, but rushing it like this completely undercut its ability to stick in people’s minds. How is anyone supposed to care about a show when it's already over before they even realize it started?

User10:
It seriously feels like Kids’ WB (and now CW4Kids) has no actual love for the shows they air. The second something isn’t a megahit like Pokémon, they just torch through it and never look back. If I didn’t know better, I’d think they did this on purpose to sabotage international shows. 😒

User7:
The saddest part is that Monster Allergy was so unique. It had this perfect mix of silly humor, well-designed monsters, and a darker edge that I loved as a kid. There’s NOTHING like it on cartoon blocks now. But instead of giving it the care and attention it needed, WB treated it like some random throwaway show. What a waste.

User1 (OP):
Exactly. It’s a pattern at this point. They pulled this with Spider Riders, they’re pulling it with World of Quest, and now we know they did it with Monster Allergy too. Canadian, Japanese, European—it doesn’t matter where the show comes from, U.S. networks will rush through it and ruin its chance at success. Can we PLEASE stop this cycle already?!

User5:
It’s honestly exhausting, but yeah, add Monster Allergy to the growing list of great shows that got butchered by poor scheduling decisions. Hopefully one day these networks realize they’re limiting the potential of these amazing series by mistreating them like this.

User8:
Exactly. These kind of rushed rollouts benefit no one—NOT the creators, NOT international fans, and NOT the U.S. audience. We deserve better, the creators deserve better, and Monster Allergy definitely deserved better.

User7:
RIP Monster Allergy, Spider Riders, and now probably World of Quest. You all deserved so much more than what Kids’ WB and 4Kids gave you. 😢


Write a follow up saying WB treated it as a afterthoiught because they were bummed about losing another show, and thought nothing more of MA than as a replacement for it, since they had slightly similar vibes