Exclusive: Coming off a three-year overall deal at Netflix, kids programming veteran Nancy Kanter is re-launching her production company, Available Light Productions, with several projects already in the works, live-action movie Wayward Girls; animated movie Penny Phantom, based on the novel Little Thieves by Margaret Owen; animated movie The Circus Ship, based on the picture book of the same name; and animated preschool comedy series Alexander the Post Fox done in partnership with Kevin Jonas.
Available Light Productions’s slate of original series and movies, which Kanter is shepherding with the company’s Head of Development, William Goldberg, are expected to be taken out to the broader kids, family and general audience market.
Additionally Kanter, whose Netflix deal ended at the end of January, has animated and live-action projects across both the kid and adult demographic still in development at the streamer where her pact started in the kids and...
Available Light Productions’s slate of original series and movies, which Kanter is shepherding with the company’s Head of Development, William Goldberg, are expected to be taken out to the broader kids, family and general audience market.
Additionally Kanter, whose Netflix deal ended at the end of January, has animated and live-action projects across both the kid and adult demographic still in development at the streamer where her pact started in the kids and...
- 2/9/2024
- by Nellie Andreeva
- Deadline Film + TV
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and so, too, is a very special birthday for Disney Junior, the Mouse House’s home for content targeting younger children: It’s turning 10.
Disney Junior first came to be on Feb. 14, 2011, as a programming block on Disney Channel, anchored by the premiere of “Jake and the Neverland Pirates.” A year later, it became its own 24-hour channel, home to such hits as “Pirates,” “Doc McStuffins,” “Sofia the First,” “Elena of Avalor,” “The Lion Guard,” “Muppet Babies,” “T.O.T.S.,” “Puppy Dog Pals” and “Mira, Royal Detective.”
“Disney Junior has always been about embracing emotional, character-driven storytelling featuring age-appropriate lessons for preschoolers, combined with a touch of Disney magic that the whole family can enjoy together. We’re proud of the diverse series and characters that we’ve built over the last 10 years, including the groundbreaking ‘Doc McStuffins,’ introducing Disney’s first Latina princess...
Disney Junior first came to be on Feb. 14, 2011, as a programming block on Disney Channel, anchored by the premiere of “Jake and the Neverland Pirates.” A year later, it became its own 24-hour channel, home to such hits as “Pirates,” “Doc McStuffins,” “Sofia the First,” “Elena of Avalor,” “The Lion Guard,” “Muppet Babies,” “T.O.T.S.,” “Puppy Dog Pals” and “Mira, Royal Detective.”
“Disney Junior has always been about embracing emotional, character-driven storytelling featuring age-appropriate lessons for preschoolers, combined with a touch of Disney magic that the whole family can enjoy together. We’re proud of the diverse series and characters that we’ve built over the last 10 years, including the groundbreaking ‘Doc McStuffins,’ introducing Disney’s first Latina princess...
- 2/12/2021
- by Terry Flores
- Variety Film + TV
A day after Nancy Kanter’s last day at Disney, Netflix announced an overall deal with the former EVP, Content and Creative Strategy for Disney Channels Worldwide, who launched and built Disney’s preschool TV channel Disney Junior.
Under the pact, Kanter will develop and produce animated and live-action projects — both feature films and series — targeted at kids and families through her company Available Light Productions.
For Netflix, brining on board Kanter, one of the most respected executives in the kids and family space, is part of a big push in family entertainment as the streamer is taking on the leading SVOD player in the space, Disney+.
“We’re very fired up about catching them in family animation — maybe eventually passing them, we’ll see, a long way to go just to catch them — and maintaining our lead in general entertainment that’s so stimulating,” Netflix’s founder and co-ceo...
Under the pact, Kanter will develop and produce animated and live-action projects — both feature films and series — targeted at kids and families through her company Available Light Productions.
For Netflix, brining on board Kanter, one of the most respected executives in the kids and family space, is part of a big push in family entertainment as the streamer is taking on the leading SVOD player in the space, Disney+.
“We’re very fired up about catching them in family animation — maybe eventually passing them, we’ll see, a long way to go just to catch them — and maintaining our lead in general entertainment that’s so stimulating,” Netflix’s founder and co-ceo...
- 2/1/2021
- by Nellie Andreeva
- Deadline Film + TV
Former Disney Channels Worldwide executive Nancy Kanter has signed an overall deal with Netflix.
Under the deal, Kanter and her Available Light Productions banner will develop and produce animated and live action projects, both feature films and series, for kids and families audiences on Netflix.
“Throughout my career I’ve challenged myself to think differently, imagine bigger and aim higher,” Kanter said. “I am delighted at this opportunity to partner with the innovative creators and executive team at Netflix who value those same aspirations, and I look forward to working with them to create new stories that will inspire the minds and touch the hearts of kids and families everywhere.”
Kanter worked at Disney for 20 years, but her departure was announced last April. She most recently served as executive vice president of content and creative strategy for DIsney Channels Worldwide. She established the Disney Junior brand in her time at the company,...
Under the deal, Kanter and her Available Light Productions banner will develop and produce animated and live action projects, both feature films and series, for kids and families audiences on Netflix.
“Throughout my career I’ve challenged myself to think differently, imagine bigger and aim higher,” Kanter said. “I am delighted at this opportunity to partner with the innovative creators and executive team at Netflix who value those same aspirations, and I look forward to working with them to create new stories that will inspire the minds and touch the hearts of kids and families everywhere.”
Kanter worked at Disney for 20 years, but her departure was announced last April. She most recently served as executive vice president of content and creative strategy for DIsney Channels Worldwide. She established the Disney Junior brand in her time at the company,...
- 2/1/2021
- by Joseph Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
Former Disney executive Nancy Kanter has signed an overall deal at Netflix, the streamer announced Monday.
The agreement will see Kanter, via her Available Light Productions banner, develop and produce new animated and live-action kids and family content for Netflix, including both films and series.
Kanter exited Disney last month after a 20-year run, most recently serving as executive vice president of content and creative strategy at Disney Channels Worldwide. Kanter is credited with launching the Disney Junior brand and shepherding series such as “Doc McStuffins,” “Sofia the First” and “Elena of Avalor.”
Kanter announced plans to step down from her position at Disney last April.
“Throughout my career I’ve challenged myself to think differently, imagine bigger and aim higher,” Kanter said in a statement. “I am delighted at this opportunity to partner with the innovative creators and executive team at Netflix who value those same aspirations, and I...
The agreement will see Kanter, via her Available Light Productions banner, develop and produce new animated and live-action kids and family content for Netflix, including both films and series.
Kanter exited Disney last month after a 20-year run, most recently serving as executive vice president of content and creative strategy at Disney Channels Worldwide. Kanter is credited with launching the Disney Junior brand and shepherding series such as “Doc McStuffins,” “Sofia the First” and “Elena of Avalor.”
Kanter announced plans to step down from her position at Disney last April.
“Throughout my career I’ve challenged myself to think differently, imagine bigger and aim higher,” Kanter said in a statement. “I am delighted at this opportunity to partner with the innovative creators and executive team at Netflix who value those same aspirations, and I...
- 2/1/2021
- by Reid Nakamura
- The Wrap
Nancy Kanter, the long-time Disney executive who helped launch Disney Junior, is moving to Netflix.
Kanter and her Available Light Productions have entered a partnership whereby the company will develop and produce both animated and live action series and films for Netflix. The deal comes on the heels of her departure from Disney after 20 years.
“Throughout my career I’ve challenged myself to think differently, imagine bigger and aim higher,” said Kanter. “I am delighted at this opportunity to partner with the innovative creators and executive team at Netflix who value those same aspirations, and I look ...
Kanter and her Available Light Productions have entered a partnership whereby the company will develop and produce both animated and live action series and films for Netflix. The deal comes on the heels of her departure from Disney after 20 years.
“Throughout my career I’ve challenged myself to think differently, imagine bigger and aim higher,” said Kanter. “I am delighted at this opportunity to partner with the innovative creators and executive team at Netflix who value those same aspirations, and I look ...
Nancy Kanter, the long-time Disney executive who helped launch Disney Junior, is moving to Netflix.
Kanter and her Available Light Productions have entered a partnership whereby the company will develop and produce both animated and live action series and films for Netflix. The deal comes on the heels of her departure from Disney after 20 years.
“Throughout my career I’ve challenged myself to think differently, imagine bigger and aim higher,” said Kanter. “I am delighted at this opportunity to partner with the innovative creators and executive team at Netflix who value those same aspirations, and I look ...
Kanter and her Available Light Productions have entered a partnership whereby the company will develop and produce both animated and live action series and films for Netflix. The deal comes on the heels of her departure from Disney after 20 years.
“Throughout my career I’ve challenged myself to think differently, imagine bigger and aim higher,” said Kanter. “I am delighted at this opportunity to partner with the innovative creators and executive team at Netflix who value those same aspirations, and I look ...
Nancy Kanter, the executive vice president of content and creative strategy at Disney Channels Worldwide, is leaving the company after 21 years in January 2021.
Kanter is responsible for launching Disney Junior, the company’s preschool TV channel. She joined Disney in 2001 as vice president of original programming at Playhouse Disney. In 2012, Kanter was named executive vice president of original programming and general manager of Disney Junior Worldwide. Then, in 2017, her role was expanded to include all kids’ content and her title was upped to her current status as content and creative strategy at Disney Channels Worldwide.
Gary Marsh, President and Chief Creative Officer of Disney Channels Worldwide, announced Kanter’s upcoming departure in a company email. Kanter will stay on until January to give Marsh time to come up with a plan for the future of Disney Channels.
Also Read: Disney Faces 'Acute' Challenges Post-Pandemic: How Soon Can Parks and Movies Recover?...
Kanter is responsible for launching Disney Junior, the company’s preschool TV channel. She joined Disney in 2001 as vice president of original programming at Playhouse Disney. In 2012, Kanter was named executive vice president of original programming and general manager of Disney Junior Worldwide. Then, in 2017, her role was expanded to include all kids’ content and her title was upped to her current status as content and creative strategy at Disney Channels Worldwide.
Gary Marsh, President and Chief Creative Officer of Disney Channels Worldwide, announced Kanter’s upcoming departure in a company email. Kanter will stay on until January to give Marsh time to come up with a plan for the future of Disney Channels.
Also Read: Disney Faces 'Acute' Challenges Post-Pandemic: How Soon Can Parks and Movies Recover?...
- 4/28/2020
- by Margeaux Sippell
- The Wrap
Exclusive: Nancy Kanter, Evp, Content and Creative Strategy, Disney Channels Worldwide, who launched and built Disney’s preschool TV channel Disney Junior, will leave the company at the end of January 2021 after two decades.
Gary Marsh, President and Chief Creative Officer for Disney Channels Worldwide, with whom Kanter has worked side by side for her entire tenure, just announced Kanter’s pending departure in a company email (You can read it below the post.)
The two agreed on a long transition to allow Marsh time to put together a comprehensive plan for the future at Disney Channels. Kanter is not expected to retire. After two decades at Disney Channels, shepherding content for kids and families, the well regarded executive felt she was ready for something new.
In his memo to staff, Marsh highlighted some of Kanter’s biggest accomplishments.
“Without a doubt, paramount among her many achievements is building one...
Gary Marsh, President and Chief Creative Officer for Disney Channels Worldwide, with whom Kanter has worked side by side for her entire tenure, just announced Kanter’s pending departure in a company email (You can read it below the post.)
The two agreed on a long transition to allow Marsh time to put together a comprehensive plan for the future at Disney Channels. Kanter is not expected to retire. After two decades at Disney Channels, shepherding content for kids and families, the well regarded executive felt she was ready for something new.
In his memo to staff, Marsh highlighted some of Kanter’s biggest accomplishments.
“Without a doubt, paramount among her many achievements is building one...
- 4/28/2020
- by Nellie Andreeva
- Deadline Film + TV
Disney Fam Jam, a family dance competition series, has been given a straight-to-order series at Disney Channel, with each episode to feature two families competing in three rounds of dance battles for the “Disney Fam Jam” Champs crown.
The series was inspired by choreographer Phil Wright’s popular online The Parent Jam dance classes. Production on the TV series will begin in November.
The TV series was announced today on The Ellen DeGeneres Show.
“Disney Channel’s core audience is extremely passionate about dance and music as we have seen with the global success of Disney Channel musicals, special episodes and short-form programming,” reads a statement by Nancy Kanter, executive vice president, Content and Creative Strategy, Original Programming, Disney Channels Worldwide. “Disney Fam Jam will take diverse, awe-inspiring families out of their living rooms and into the spotlight for a celebration of dance, family and fun.”
The multicam series, performed...
The series was inspired by choreographer Phil Wright’s popular online The Parent Jam dance classes. Production on the TV series will begin in November.
The TV series was announced today on The Ellen DeGeneres Show.
“Disney Channel’s core audience is extremely passionate about dance and music as we have seen with the global success of Disney Channel musicals, special episodes and short-form programming,” reads a statement by Nancy Kanter, executive vice president, Content and Creative Strategy, Original Programming, Disney Channels Worldwide. “Disney Fam Jam will take diverse, awe-inspiring families out of their living rooms and into the spotlight for a celebration of dance, family and fun.”
The multicam series, performed...
- 10/11/2019
- by Greg Evans
- Deadline Film + TV
Over three seasons, Disney Channel’s “Andi Mack” has tackled everything from learning disabilities to coming out. Centered on a multi-generational Asian American family, the show follows the titular Andi Mack (played by Peyton Elizabeth Lee) as she wades through middle school life after learning a bombshell of her own: that the woman she thought was her older sister, Bex (Lilan Bowden), is actually her biological mother and Andi’s birth, a result of an unplanned pregnancy. But now the series that won both a GLAAD Award and a Television Academy Honor for “television with a conscience” in 2018, is signing off.
The show ends its run with Andi grappling with the possibility of leaving her friends for art school.
“I didn’t want to end with a cliffhanger. I believe people will miss Andi and her friends and her family,” creator and co-executive producer Terri Minsky tells Variety. “To me,...
The show ends its run with Andi grappling with the possibility of leaving her friends for art school.
“I didn’t want to end with a cliffhanger. I believe people will miss Andi and her friends and her family,” creator and co-executive producer Terri Minsky tells Variety. “To me,...
- 7/25/2019
- by Audrey Cleo Yap
- Variety Film + TV
Exclusive: Zanne Devine, executive producer of the upcoming Disney+ movie Secret Society of Second Born Royals, which recently wrapped principal photography, and the Disney Channel Original movie Kim Possible, has signed an overall deal with Disney Channels Worldwide. Under the deal, Devine will develop and produce movies for Disney Channel and the upcoming Disney+ streaming service.
“Working with Zanne on Kim Possible and Secret Society of Second Born Royals was such a thoroughly enjoyable and rewarding experience for everyone involved that there was no question that we wanted to extend our relationship with her,” said Nancy Kanter, executive vice president, Content and Creative, Disney Channels Worldwide. “This deal will give us the opportunity to further mine her extraordinary production know-how, her deep relationships in the community and her love of great storytelling for the original movies we will be making for Disney Channel and Disney+. We couldn’t be more...
“Working with Zanne on Kim Possible and Secret Society of Second Born Royals was such a thoroughly enjoyable and rewarding experience for everyone involved that there was no question that we wanted to extend our relationship with her,” said Nancy Kanter, executive vice president, Content and Creative, Disney Channels Worldwide. “This deal will give us the opportunity to further mine her extraordinary production know-how, her deep relationships in the community and her love of great storytelling for the original movies we will be making for Disney Channel and Disney+. We couldn’t be more...
- 7/24/2019
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
Saturday marked 100 days since the sudden passing of Raven’s Home showrunner Eunetta T. Boone, and Disney Channel is honoring the memory of the trailblazing writer and producer with The Eunetta T. Boone Comedy Writer’s Scholarship. Announced Monday by Nancy Kanter, Evp, Content and Creative Strategy, Disney Channels Worldwide, the scholarship will provide dedicated funds to hire emerging and diverse writers who are pursuing careers in comedy writing for television.
In making the announcement, Disney Channel said Boone’s Raven’s Home cast and crew is carrying on just as she’d want them to, with her longtime Baltimore friend and colleague Warren Hutcherson taking over as showrunner with Raven-Symoné.
Hutcherson first worked on Raven’s Home as a co-executive producer alongside Boone, whom he first met when they worked together on the hit series Living Single.
Boone passed away on March 20.
“Eunetta loved the craft of writing, she...
In making the announcement, Disney Channel said Boone’s Raven’s Home cast and crew is carrying on just as she’d want them to, with her longtime Baltimore friend and colleague Warren Hutcherson taking over as showrunner with Raven-Symoné.
Hutcherson first worked on Raven’s Home as a co-executive producer alongside Boone, whom he first met when they worked together on the hit series Living Single.
Boone passed away on March 20.
“Eunetta loved the craft of writing, she...
- 7/1/2019
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
Disney Channel has established the Eunetta T. Boone Comedy Writer’s Scholarship as a tribute to the showrunner who died in March at the age of 63.
The scholarship aims to provide dedicated funds for hiring writers from diverse backgrounds who are pursuing careers in comedy. Boone, the creator and showrunner of Upn sitcoms “One on One” and “Cuts,” was a prolific writer and producer who mentored many scribes on her shows. She was executive producer and showrunner of the Disney Channel comedy “Raven’s Home” at the time of her death.
“Eunetta loved the craft of writing, she was proud of her art both as a reflection of our world and as a way to shape culture. She had a keen appreciation of true talent and mentored many young diverse voices throughout her career,” said Nancy Kanter, Disney Channels Worldwide’s exec VP of content and creative strategy. “As a showrunner,...
The scholarship aims to provide dedicated funds for hiring writers from diverse backgrounds who are pursuing careers in comedy. Boone, the creator and showrunner of Upn sitcoms “One on One” and “Cuts,” was a prolific writer and producer who mentored many scribes on her shows. She was executive producer and showrunner of the Disney Channel comedy “Raven’s Home” at the time of her death.
“Eunetta loved the craft of writing, she was proud of her art both as a reflection of our world and as a way to shape culture. She had a keen appreciation of true talent and mentored many young diverse voices throughout her career,” said Nancy Kanter, Disney Channels Worldwide’s exec VP of content and creative strategy. “As a showrunner,...
- 7/1/2019
- by Cynthia Littleton
- Variety Film + TV
Disney Channel has handed a Season 2 renewal to Sydney at the Max, its live-action comedy that launched in January.
Ruth Righi plays the title role of Sydney in the series, which is set in the present day with flashbacks to the 1990s. It follows outgoing middle schooler Sydney Reynolds, who lives with her single dad Max (Ian Reed Kesler), in the house he grew up in, along with her progressive grandmother Judy (Caroline Rhea). As Sydney’s preteen pursuits begin to expand, Max’s flashbacks of his childhood help him gain a better perspective of his daughter’s experiences. Jackson Dollinger, Ava Kolker and Christian J. Simon co-star.
“Mark Reisman and his team of talented writers, along with the top-notch cast, delivered a show that has quickly become an audience favorite for Disney Channel,” said Nancy Kanter, Evp Content and Creative at Disney Channels Worldwide. “With its playful nod to growing up in the ’90s,...
Ruth Righi plays the title role of Sydney in the series, which is set in the present day with flashbacks to the 1990s. It follows outgoing middle schooler Sydney Reynolds, who lives with her single dad Max (Ian Reed Kesler), in the house he grew up in, along with her progressive grandmother Judy (Caroline Rhea). As Sydney’s preteen pursuits begin to expand, Max’s flashbacks of his childhood help him gain a better perspective of his daughter’s experiences. Jackson Dollinger, Ava Kolker and Christian J. Simon co-star.
“Mark Reisman and his team of talented writers, along with the top-notch cast, delivered a show that has quickly become an audience favorite for Disney Channel,” said Nancy Kanter, Evp Content and Creative at Disney Channels Worldwide. “With its playful nod to growing up in the ’90s,...
- 5/23/2019
- by Erik Pedersen
- Deadline Film + TV
“Sydney to the Max” has been renewed for a second season at Disney Channel, Variety has learned exclusively.
The series is set in the present day with flashbacks to the 1990s and follows outgoing middle schooler Sydney Reynolds (Ruth Righi) who lives with her single dad Max (Ian Reed Kesler) in the house he grew up in, along with her progressive grandmother Judy (Caroline Rhea). As Sydney’s preteen pursuits begin to expand, Max’s flashbacks of his childhood help him gain a better perspective of his daughter’s experiences.
The series also stars Jackson Dollinger as young Max, Ava Kolker as Sydney’s best friend Olive, and Christian J. Simon as young Max’s best friend Leo. It was created and is executive produced by Mark Reisman and is produced by It’s A Laugh Productions, Inc. Production on Season 2 will begin this summer. Season 1 returns June 18 at 8 p.
The series is set in the present day with flashbacks to the 1990s and follows outgoing middle schooler Sydney Reynolds (Ruth Righi) who lives with her single dad Max (Ian Reed Kesler) in the house he grew up in, along with her progressive grandmother Judy (Caroline Rhea). As Sydney’s preteen pursuits begin to expand, Max’s flashbacks of his childhood help him gain a better perspective of his daughter’s experiences.
The series also stars Jackson Dollinger as young Max, Ava Kolker as Sydney’s best friend Olive, and Christian J. Simon as young Max’s best friend Leo. It was created and is executive produced by Mark Reisman and is produced by It’s A Laugh Productions, Inc. Production on Season 2 will begin this summer. Season 1 returns June 18 at 8 p.
- 5/23/2019
- by Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
Joe D’Ambrosia is expanding his role of senior vice president, original programming Disney Junior with a promotion to general manager.
D’Ambrosia will continue to be responsible for all development and production of Disney’s original programming content for kids 2-7 as well as acquisitions for the preschooler demographic. The announcement was made today by Nancy Kanter, executive vice president, Content and Creative Strategy, Disney Channels Worldwide, to whom he continues to report.
D’Ambrosia joined Disney in 2011 and played a crucial role in steering Disney Junior channel to be the #1 preschooler network for the past six years (2013-18). In 2018, he led the development of a 120 show tour, Disney Junior Dance Party On Tour, the first of its kind for Disney Junior.
Kanter also announced the realignment of key roles under the leadership of Meredith Roberts, senior vice president, Animation Strategy, and a fourth role that will continue Disney’s commitment to diverse programming.
D’Ambrosia will continue to be responsible for all development and production of Disney’s original programming content for kids 2-7 as well as acquisitions for the preschooler demographic. The announcement was made today by Nancy Kanter, executive vice president, Content and Creative Strategy, Disney Channels Worldwide, to whom he continues to report.
D’Ambrosia joined Disney in 2011 and played a crucial role in steering Disney Junior channel to be the #1 preschooler network for the past six years (2013-18). In 2018, he led the development of a 120 show tour, Disney Junior Dance Party On Tour, the first of its kind for Disney Junior.
Kanter also announced the realignment of key roles under the leadership of Meredith Roberts, senior vice president, Animation Strategy, and a fourth role that will continue Disney’s commitment to diverse programming.
- 3/5/2019
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
Disney Channel has ordered a second season of its live-action comedy series Coop & Cami Ask The World for premiere later this year. The series is set to resume production in the coming months.
Created and executive produced by Boyce Bugliari and Jamie McLaughlin, Coop and Cami Ask The World centers on the antics of middle-school siblings Coop and Cami Wrather, co-hosts of a popular online show Would You Wrather. Leading the ensemble cast are Dakota Lotus and Ruby Rose Turner as Coop and Cami Wrather, Olivia Sanabia as older sibling Charlotte, Albert Tsai as best friend Fred, Paxton Booth as younger brother Ollie and Rebecca Metz as their mother Jenna.
New episodes from season one air Saturdays at 10:30 Am on Disney Channel and in the DisneyNow app.
In addition, Turner will be joined by her castmates and her real-life family on Instagram in Disney Channel’s first-ever Igtv series Ruby’s Gems,...
Created and executive produced by Boyce Bugliari and Jamie McLaughlin, Coop and Cami Ask The World centers on the antics of middle-school siblings Coop and Cami Wrather, co-hosts of a popular online show Would You Wrather. Leading the ensemble cast are Dakota Lotus and Ruby Rose Turner as Coop and Cami Wrather, Olivia Sanabia as older sibling Charlotte, Albert Tsai as best friend Fred, Paxton Booth as younger brother Ollie and Rebecca Metz as their mother Jenna.
New episodes from season one air Saturdays at 10:30 Am on Disney Channel and in the DisneyNow app.
In addition, Turner will be joined by her castmates and her real-life family on Instagram in Disney Channel’s first-ever Igtv series Ruby’s Gems,...
- 1/25/2019
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
Raven’s Home for a third season: Disney Channel has renewed the Raven-Symoné comedy and upped consultant Eunetta T. Boone to showrunner for the upcoming run, our sister site Deadline reports.
Production is currently underway on Season 3, which is slated to premiere in 2019. (TVLine’s Cable Renewal Scorecard has been updated with the news.)
“[Eunetta is] the ideal leader to bring on board as we begin the third season of this well-loved Disney Channel show,” said Nancy Kanter, executive vice president of content and creative strategy for Disney Channels Worldwide. “We look forward to having her partner with Raven and the talented...
Production is currently underway on Season 3, which is slated to premiere in 2019. (TVLine’s Cable Renewal Scorecard has been updated with the news.)
“[Eunetta is] the ideal leader to bring on board as we begin the third season of this well-loved Disney Channel show,” said Nancy Kanter, executive vice president of content and creative strategy for Disney Channels Worldwide. “We look forward to having her partner with Raven and the talented...
- 11/29/2018
- TVLine.com
Veteran comedy writer/producer Eunetta T. Boone (One on One) has been tapped as executive producer and showrunner for the third season of Disney Channel’s hit sitcom Raven’s Home. Boone most recently was a consultant on the series, working closely with executive producer and star Raven-Symoné. Emmy-nominated writer/producer Warren Hutcherson (Dr. Ken) also joins the series as co-executive producer. Production for season three is underway for premiere in 2019.
This marks a return to TV for Boone, who was a rising-star TV comedy writer in the 1990s and early 2000s, working on such popular series as The Fresh Prince Of Bel-Air, Living Single, The Parent ‘Hood, The Hughleys and My Wife and Kids, leading to her creating and executive producing her own successful series, One on One starring Kyla Pratt, which aired on Upn for five seasons and spawned a spin-off series, Cuts starring Marques Houston and Shannon Elizabeth.
This marks a return to TV for Boone, who was a rising-star TV comedy writer in the 1990s and early 2000s, working on such popular series as The Fresh Prince Of Bel-Air, Living Single, The Parent ‘Hood, The Hughleys and My Wife and Kids, leading to her creating and executive producing her own successful series, One on One starring Kyla Pratt, which aired on Upn for five seasons and spawned a spin-off series, Cuts starring Marques Houston and Shannon Elizabeth.
- 11/28/2018
- by Nellie Andreeva and Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
Emmy-nominated producer Eric Friedman is expanding his nearly 10-year relationship with Disney Channel, signing an overall deal to create and develop new projects exclusively for the channel.
Friedman has written or produced five comedy series for Disney Channel over the past decade. Most recently, he was executive producer and showrunner of Bizaardvark which has wrapped production after three seasons (new episodes will continue to roll out through 2019 on Disney Channel). He created and executive-produced Disney Xd’s Crash and Bernstein and was a writer on Disney Channel’s Austin & Ally and the animated series Teamo Supremo as well as Disney Xd’s I’m in the Band. Friedman also wrote for Nickelodeon’s Drake and Josh and Zoey 101.
“We’ve been lucky enough to have watched Eric grow as a writer and producer over a decade, consistently delivering smart, funny shows for us,” said Nancy Kanter, Executive Vice President,...
Friedman has written or produced five comedy series for Disney Channel over the past decade. Most recently, he was executive producer and showrunner of Bizaardvark which has wrapped production after three seasons (new episodes will continue to roll out through 2019 on Disney Channel). He created and executive-produced Disney Xd’s Crash and Bernstein and was a writer on Disney Channel’s Austin & Ally and the animated series Teamo Supremo as well as Disney Xd’s I’m in the Band. Friedman also wrote for Nickelodeon’s Drake and Josh and Zoey 101.
“We’ve been lucky enough to have watched Eric grow as a writer and producer over a decade, consistently delivering smart, funny shows for us,” said Nancy Kanter, Executive Vice President,...
- 11/16/2018
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
Travis Braun has entered an overall deal with Disney Channels Worldwide, Variety has learned exclusively.
Under the deal, Braun will develop and produce both animated and live-action content across Disney Channel, Disney Xd, Disney Junior, as well as Disney’s upcoming direct-to-consumer streaming service.
“Travis has created and written some of the most imaginative content for our audiences, spanning live-action and animation,” said Nancy Kanter, executive vice president of content and creative strategy at Disney Channels Worldwide and general manager of Disney Junior. “We are very much looking forward to this partnership and to
exploring the inventive new ideas he comes up with next.”
Currently, Braun serves as creator and co-executive producer on the upcoming Disney Channel series “Fast Layne” and Disney Junior’s upcoming series “T.O.T.S.,” both set to premiere in 2019. Additionally, he has written episodes for Disney Junior’s hit series “Vampirina,” “Puppy Dog Pals,...
Under the deal, Braun will develop and produce both animated and live-action content across Disney Channel, Disney Xd, Disney Junior, as well as Disney’s upcoming direct-to-consumer streaming service.
“Travis has created and written some of the most imaginative content for our audiences, spanning live-action and animation,” said Nancy Kanter, executive vice president of content and creative strategy at Disney Channels Worldwide and general manager of Disney Junior. “We are very much looking forward to this partnership and to
exploring the inventive new ideas he comes up with next.”
Currently, Braun serves as creator and co-executive producer on the upcoming Disney Channel series “Fast Layne” and Disney Junior’s upcoming series “T.O.T.S.,” both set to premiere in 2019. Additionally, he has written episodes for Disney Junior’s hit series “Vampirina,” “Puppy Dog Pals,...
- 11/1/2018
- by Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
Adam Bonnett is stepping down as executive vice president of original programming at Disney Channels Worldwide to pursue a career as a producer, he announced Friday.
Bonnett — who has been with the cabler for 21 years — will depart next month, with a replacement expected to be named in the next few weeks. The exec currently oversees Disney Channel and Disney Xd’s live-action development, along with current original series and movies, and casting and talent relations for both channels. A replacement is expected to be named in the coming weeks.
“The demand for programming content across many platforms is at an all-time high so this is the right time for me to explore producing opportunities, something I’ve dreamt about forever,” Bonnett said in a statement obtained by TheWrap. “I’m lucky to have had the benefit of a fulfilling career at Disney Channel working with many amazingly talented people. As...
Bonnett — who has been with the cabler for 21 years — will depart next month, with a replacement expected to be named in the next few weeks. The exec currently oversees Disney Channel and Disney Xd’s live-action development, along with current original series and movies, and casting and talent relations for both channels. A replacement is expected to be named in the coming weeks.
“The demand for programming content across many platforms is at an all-time high so this is the right time for me to explore producing opportunities, something I’ve dreamt about forever,” Bonnett said in a statement obtained by TheWrap. “I’m lucky to have had the benefit of a fulfilling career at Disney Channel working with many amazingly talented people. As...
- 10/26/2018
- by Jennifer Maas
- The Wrap
Exclusive: Adam Bonnett, Evp, Original Programming, Disney Channels Worldwide, is leaving the cable network after 21 years to become a producer. He made the announcement to his team this afternoon. Bonnett, who will depart next month, has been overseeing all live action development and current original series and movies for Disney Channel and Disney Xd as well as casting and talent relations for those channels. A replacement is expected to be named in the coming weeks.
“The demand for programming content across many platforms is at an all-time high so this is the right time for me to explore producing opportunities, something I’ve dreamt about forever,” Bonnett said. “I’m lucky to have had the benefit of a fulfilling career at Disney Channel working with many amazingly talented people. As I transition to an exciting new career chapter, it’s with unending gratitude to my longtime mentor Gary Marsh as...
“The demand for programming content across many platforms is at an all-time high so this is the right time for me to explore producing opportunities, something I’ve dreamt about forever,” Bonnett said. “I’m lucky to have had the benefit of a fulfilling career at Disney Channel working with many amazingly talented people. As I transition to an exciting new career chapter, it’s with unending gratitude to my longtime mentor Gary Marsh as...
- 10/26/2018
- by Nellie Andreeva
- Deadline Film + TV
Toon veteran Meredith Roberts has been named Svp animation strategy at Disney Channels. In the newly created role, she will be responsible for leading a unified vision for the animation content produced by Disney Television Animation and other studios for Disney Junior, Disney Channel, Disney Xd and related platforms, the company said.
Roberts spent the past 11 years as general manager of DisneyToon Studios, which launched franchise films including the Cars World and Tinker Bell/Fairies titles.
“Meredith’s reputation in the animation business is second to none,” said Nancy Kanter, Evp content and creative strategy at Disney Channels Worldwide and Gm of Disney Junior Worldwide, to whom Roberts will report. “She is not only admired for her strategic insights and a deep understanding and appreciation for the work involved in making world-class animated content but also for her devotion to creating an inclusive and supportive culture wherever she works.”
Said Roberts,...
Roberts spent the past 11 years as general manager of DisneyToon Studios, which launched franchise films including the Cars World and Tinker Bell/Fairies titles.
“Meredith’s reputation in the animation business is second to none,” said Nancy Kanter, Evp content and creative strategy at Disney Channels Worldwide and Gm of Disney Junior Worldwide, to whom Roberts will report. “She is not only admired for her strategic insights and a deep understanding and appreciation for the work involved in making world-class animated content but also for her devotion to creating an inclusive and supportive culture wherever she works.”
Said Roberts,...
- 8/1/2018
- by Erik Pedersen
- Deadline Film + TV
Nancy Kanter, executive VP of content & creation strategy for Disney Channels Worldwide and general manager of Disney Junior Worldwide, has championed numerous series since joining Disney in 2001. But forgive her if she feels a particular closeness to Disney Junior’s newest addition, “Fancy Nancy.”
“When I was a kid, my entire family called me Fancy Nancy,” she recalls. So when the books, written by Jane O’Connor and illustrated by Robin Priess Glasser, started coming out in 2005, she heard about them right away. “People sent them to me constantly, so I was very aware of the books and really loved them.”
She loved them so much, she started to pursue the rights about eight or nine years ago, but they were already optioned elsewhere for a possible feature. “We said, ‘Oh well, maybe someday.’” A few years later those options expired and Kanter met with O’Connor and Glasser “and we just hit it off,...
“When I was a kid, my entire family called me Fancy Nancy,” she recalls. So when the books, written by Jane O’Connor and illustrated by Robin Priess Glasser, started coming out in 2005, she heard about them right away. “People sent them to me constantly, so I was very aware of the books and really loved them.”
She loved them so much, she started to pursue the rights about eight or nine years ago, but they were already optioned elsewhere for a possible feature. “We said, ‘Oh well, maybe someday.’” A few years later those options expired and Kanter met with O’Connor and Glasser “and we just hit it off,...
- 7/11/2018
- by Terry Flores
- Variety Film + TV
In what is always one of the highest-profile events at France’s Annecy Animation Festival, Disney held their yearly presentation on Tuesday night, detailing their upcoming slate of new and returning programs, highlighted by the announcement of the new Emea series “Vikingskool,” and early looks at U.S. series “The Owl House” and “The Rocketeer.”
Disney shared the first images from “The Owl House” and “The Rocketeer” exclusively with Variety, seen below.
This year’s presentation was fronted by Svp for Disney International Media Emea Hélène Etzi; VP of Content for Animation, Digital and Acquisitions Emea Orion Ross; and Nancy Kanter, Evp, Content and Creative Strategy, Disney Channels Worldwide, and General Manager, Disney Junior Worldwide.
Targeting 6-11 year-olds, “Vikingskool” had been on Disney’s radar for some time. Originally pitched towards more mature audiences, Ross was impressed and kept the proposed series in mind on the chance it could be adapted to Disney’s demographic.
Disney shared the first images from “The Owl House” and “The Rocketeer” exclusively with Variety, seen below.
This year’s presentation was fronted by Svp for Disney International Media Emea Hélène Etzi; VP of Content for Animation, Digital and Acquisitions Emea Orion Ross; and Nancy Kanter, Evp, Content and Creative Strategy, Disney Channels Worldwide, and General Manager, Disney Junior Worldwide.
Targeting 6-11 year-olds, “Vikingskool” had been on Disney’s radar for some time. Originally pitched towards more mature audiences, Ross was impressed and kept the proposed series in mind on the chance it could be adapted to Disney’s demographic.
- 6/12/2018
- by Jamie Lang
- Variety Film + TV
Ahead of its Season 2 premiere, Disney Channels Worldwide has renewed its hit animated series “Elena of Avalor” for a third season, the company announced Monday. “With this new season order, the creative team, led by Craig Gerber and Silvia Olivas, has some exciting surprises in store for Elena on her journey to becoming queen,” Nancy Kanter, Executive Vice President, Content & Creative Strategy, Disney Channels Worldwide and General Manager, Disney Junior Worldwide, said in a statement. “We’re looking forward to having our young viewers follow along on Elena’s adventure, while also continuing to build the ‘Elena of Avalor’ experience.
- 2/13/2017
- by Linda Ge
- The Wrap
Disney Channel’s newest princess is officially one step closer to becoming queen: Elena of Avalor has been renewed for a third season.
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“With this new season order, the creative team … has some exciting surprises in store for Elena on her journey to becoming queen,” says Nancy Kanter, Executive Vice President of Content and Creative Strategy for Disney Channels Worldwide. We’re looking forward to having our young viewers follow along on Elena’s adventure, while also continuing to build the Elena of Avalor...
RelatedCable/Streaming Renewal Scorecard: What’s Coming Back? What’s Cancelled? What’s On the Bubble?
“With this new season order, the creative team … has some exciting surprises in store for Elena on her journey to becoming queen,” says Nancy Kanter, Executive Vice President of Content and Creative Strategy for Disney Channels Worldwide. We’re looking forward to having our young viewers follow along on Elena’s adventure, while also continuing to build the Elena of Avalor...
- 2/13/2017
- TVLine.com
Disney Junior General Manager and Evp original programming Nancy Kanter, who oversaw the launch of Disney’s preschool TV channel six years ago and has run it ever since, is getting an expanded role. She has been named Evp Content and Creative Strategy, Disney Channels Worldwide, while maintaining her role as Gm, Disney Junior Worldwide. She will continue to report to Gary Marsh, President and Chief Creative Officer, Disney Channels Worldwide. Per Disney, Kanter’s new…...
- 2/9/2017
- Deadline TV
After the widespread concern earlier this year that Disney Junior’s very popular series “Doc McStuffins” may be canceled, fans can relax now; Disney Junior has ordered a fifth season of the Peabody Award-winning series. The announcement was made today by Nancy Kanter, executive vice president… Continue Reading →...
- 11/16/2016
- by shadowandact
- ShadowAndAct
Disney has begun production on a revamped “Muppet Babies” TV series, slated to debut in early 2018. A co-production between Disney Junior, Disney Consumer Products and Interactive Media’s Content & Media Group, and The Muppets Studio, the CG-animated series will follow the playroom antics of Kermit the Frog, Piggy, Fozzie Bear, Gonzo, Animal and Miss Nanny. “We are proud, and a little bit giddy, to begin production on our new version of the much-loved ‘Muppet Babies,'” said Nancy Kanter, executive vice president of original programming and general manager of Disney Junior worldwide. “Parents will be delighted in seeing their favorite Muppets.
- 10/26/2016
- by Beatrice Verhoeven
- The Wrap
From 1984 to 1991, the Muppet Babies made their dreams come true. And in early 2018, they’ll do the same for you.
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Disney Junior has begun production on a new CG-animated series featuring baby versions of Kermit, Miss Piggy and more of their felt-skinned friends, TVLine has learned.
Targeted at viewers between the ages of 4 and 7, each episode of the new Muppet Babies will feature two 11-minute stories in which the characters use their imagination to “take them to the farthest corners of the universe.” (Sometimes literally, as the Muppets have already proven themselves capable of interstellar travel.
PhotosYour Guide to TV’s 50+ Reboots and Revivals
Disney Junior has begun production on a new CG-animated series featuring baby versions of Kermit, Miss Piggy and more of their felt-skinned friends, TVLine has learned.
Targeted at viewers between the ages of 4 and 7, each episode of the new Muppet Babies will feature two 11-minute stories in which the characters use their imagination to “take them to the farthest corners of the universe.” (Sometimes literally, as the Muppets have already proven themselves capable of interstellar travel.
- 10/26/2016
- TVLine.com
Kermit, Piggy, Gonzo and the gang will be back in Disney’s reimagined Muppet Babies series, which has begun production and is set to bow on Disney Junior in early 2018. The CG-animated series is a co-production of Disney Junior, Disney Consumer Products and Interactive Media’s Content & Media group. “We are proud, and a little bit giddy, to begin production on our new version of the much-loved Muppet Babies,” said Nancy Kanter, Executive Vice President, Original…...
- 10/26/2016
- Deadline TV
Muppet Babies, yes Muppet Babies, is coming back. The nostalgia is real, people. Disney has started production on a reimagined Muppet Babies, the series that ran from 1984-1991 and followed Kermit, Miss Piggy, Fozzie, Gonzo, Animal and Nanny. The new Muppet Babies will be CG-animated on Disney Junior with an early premiere date scheduled. "We are proud, and a little bit giddy, to begin production on our new version of the much-loved Muppet Babies," Nancy Kanter, executive vice president and general manager of Disney Junior Worldwide, said in a statement. "Parents will delight in seeing their favorite Muppets in the mixed animation style they remember from the original series, and kids will be introduced...
- 10/26/2016
- E! Online
Disney is ordering more of its first Latina princess. Disney Channel’s “Elena of Avalor” has been renewed for a second season, the company announced Thursday. The Princess Elena character has also made her introduction at Walt Disney World and will debut at Disneyland in Anaheim, California, in the fall. “It’s just a few weeks into the launch of ‘Elena of Avalor’ and we are already seeing what an impact and connection she is making with kids and families,” said Disney Junior Worldwide Executive Vice President and General Manager Nancy Kanter in a statement. “We’re eager to make...
- 8/11/2016
- by Linda Ge
- The Wrap
Disney is set to get its first Latina Princess with "Elena of Avalor," a new Disney Channel original series about a sixteen-year-old princess who must learn to be a great ruler after defeating the evil sorceress lording over the kingdom of Avalor.
Disney executive Nancy Kanter says the studio is dedicated to keeping the series culturally-minded and plans to infuse each episode with Latin folklore and cultural traditions, from the music to the architecture.
The producers are also reportedly trying to avoid the trappings of princess tale, the emphasis being far less about her romantic life and much more about her position as a ruler. The series debuts July 22nd on the Disney Channel.
Disney executive Nancy Kanter says the studio is dedicated to keeping the series culturally-minded and plans to infuse each episode with Latin folklore and cultural traditions, from the music to the architecture.
The producers are also reportedly trying to avoid the trappings of princess tale, the emphasis being far less about her romantic life and much more about her position as a ruler. The series debuts July 22nd on the Disney Channel.
- 7/12/2016
- by Garth Franklin
- Dark Horizons
Disney Junior has promoted Joe D’Ambrosia to Svp Original Programming. In his newly expanded role, D’Ambrosia will continue to oversee production and creative development of Disney Junior’s television properties, including Peabody-winning Doc McStuffins, Emmy-winning Sofia the First, Emmy-nominated and Annie Award-winning Mickey Mouse Clubhouse, Goldie & Bear, Sheriff Callie’s Wild West, and the short-form series Minnie’s Bow-Toons. He reports to Nancy Kanter, executive…...
- 4/12/2016
- Deadline TV
The beloved gang is back! Simba, Nala, Rafiki, Zazu, Timon, Pumbaa and yes, even Mufasa are back for Disney's new Lion King sequel, although the cast has had a bit of a shakeup. The movie The Lion Guard: Return of the Roar, the follow-up to the straight-to-video films The Lion King II: Simba's Pride and The Lion King 1½, will air on Nov. 22 on Disney Junior. The new flick will be followed by a series, The Lion Guard, which will air on the channel in 2016. The film and show focus on Simba and Nala's son Kion, who leads a team of animals to protect the Pride Lands. "It's kind of like The Lion King meets The Avengers," Nancy Kanter,...
- 11/16/2015
- E! Online
Disney Junior has ordered a second season of their animated Miles from Tomorrowland kids series. It incorporates space and science facts into each episode's fantasy storyline.
Here's the press release:
Disney Junior'S Hit Intergalatic Series "Miles From Tomorrowland" Cleared For Second Season Lift Off
Disney Junior has ordered a second season of "Miles from Tomorrowland," this year's #1 TV series across preschool networks in Total Viewers, Kids 2-5 and Boys 2-5 to date. It was announced today by Nancy Kanter, Executive Vice President, Original Programming and General Manager, Disney Junior Worldwide. The series, which charts the outer space missions of young adventurer Miles Callisto and his family as they work together to help connect the galaxy on behalf of the Tomorrowland Transit Authority, incorporates unique space and science facts into each storyline.
Kanter said, "We work with many experts...
Here's the press release:
Disney Junior'S Hit Intergalatic Series "Miles From Tomorrowland" Cleared For Second Season Lift Off
Disney Junior has ordered a second season of "Miles from Tomorrowland," this year's #1 TV series across preschool networks in Total Viewers, Kids 2-5 and Boys 2-5 to date. It was announced today by Nancy Kanter, Executive Vice President, Original Programming and General Manager, Disney Junior Worldwide. The series, which charts the outer space missions of young adventurer Miles Callisto and his family as they work together to help connect the galaxy on behalf of the Tomorrowland Transit Authority, incorporates unique space and science facts into each storyline.
Kanter said, "We work with many experts...
- 4/29/2015
- by TVSeriesFinale.com
- TVSeriesFinale.com
Representing the Latina community, Disney just announced the arrival of Princess Elena of Avalor, slated to debut on “Sofia the First” in 2016.
According to Disney Junior, Elena is “a confident and compassionate teenager in an enchanted fairy tale kingdom inspired by diverse Latin cultures and folklore.” And after she makes her appearance on “Sofia,” Elena will kick off her own series “Elena of Avalor.”
Previously, Disney was questioned over Sofia’s heritage, and executive vice president Nancy Kanter issued the statement, "Sofia is a fairytale girl who lives in a fairytale world. All our characters come from fantasy lands that may reflect elements of various cultures and ethnicities."...
According to Disney Junior, Elena is “a confident and compassionate teenager in an enchanted fairy tale kingdom inspired by diverse Latin cultures and folklore.” And after she makes her appearance on “Sofia,” Elena will kick off her own series “Elena of Avalor.”
Previously, Disney was questioned over Sofia’s heritage, and executive vice president Nancy Kanter issued the statement, "Sofia is a fairytale girl who lives in a fairytale world. All our characters come from fantasy lands that may reflect elements of various cultures and ethnicities."...
- 1/29/2015
- GossipCenter
Disney Junior’s hit animated series Sofia the First will introduce Elena of Avalor, a 16-year-old princess who hails from a kingdom inspired by diverse Latin cultures and folklore — and then will be spun off into her own series, it was announced Thursday.
Aimee Carrero of ABC Family’s Young & Hungry will voice Elena, who makes her Sofia debut in 2016.
“What excites us most,” Disney Junior Worldwide Evp Nancy Kanter said in a statement, “is the chance to use distinctive animation and visual design to tell wonderful stories influenced by culture and traditions that are familiar to the worldwide population...
Aimee Carrero of ABC Family’s Young & Hungry will voice Elena, who makes her Sofia debut in 2016.
“What excites us most,” Disney Junior Worldwide Evp Nancy Kanter said in a statement, “is the chance to use distinctive animation and visual design to tell wonderful stories influenced by culture and traditions that are familiar to the worldwide population...
- 1/29/2015
- TVLine.com
Say “hola” to Disney’s latest princess.
Disney plans to add a new princess with a Latin flair to its roster next year, the company said Thursday.
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The character, Elena of Avalor, is described as “inspired by diverse Latin cultures and folklore.” She’ll be introduced during a special episode of Disney Junior’s “Sofia the First,” which is slated for a 2016 premiere.
Following her “Sofia the First” introduction, the character will receive her own animated series, “Elena of Avalor.”
See video:...
Disney plans to add a new princess with a Latin flair to its roster next year, the company said Thursday.
See photos: The Evolution of Zac Efron: From Squeaky Clean ‘High School’ Star to Raunchy Frat King
The character, Elena of Avalor, is described as “inspired by diverse Latin cultures and folklore.” She’ll be introduced during a special episode of Disney Junior’s “Sofia the First,” which is slated for a 2016 premiere.
Following her “Sofia the First” introduction, the character will receive her own animated series, “Elena of Avalor.”
See video:...
- 1/29/2015
- by Tim Kenneally
- The Wrap
There's a new Disney princess in town - and for the first time, she's Latina. On Thursday, Disney Junior announced that Princess Elena of Avalor will make her debut in 2016 on a special episode of Sofia the First, the network's hit show for preschoolers. Princess Elena is "a confident and compassionate teenager in an enchanted fairy tale kingdom inspired by diverse Latin cultures and folklore," the network said in a statement. After her introduction on Sofia, 16-year-old Elena will star in her own spin-off series, Elena of Avalor, also set to debut on Disney Junior in 2016. Dominican Republic-born Aimee Carrero...
- 1/29/2015
- by Michelle Tauber, @michelletauber
- PEOPLE.com
There's a new Disney princess in town – and for the first time, she's Latina.
On Thursday, Disney Junior announced that Princess Elena of Avalor will make her debut in 2016 on a special episode of Sofia the First, the network's hit show for preschoolers.
Princess Elena is "a confident and compassionate teenager in an enchanted fairy tale kingdom inspired by diverse Latin cultures and folklore," the network said in a statement.
After her introduction on Sofia, 16-year-old Elena will star in her own spin-off series, Elena of Avalor, also set to debut on Disney Junior in 2016.
Dominican Republic-born Aimee Carrero of ABC Family's Young & Hungry,...
On Thursday, Disney Junior announced that Princess Elena of Avalor will make her debut in 2016 on a special episode of Sofia the First, the network's hit show for preschoolers.
Princess Elena is "a confident and compassionate teenager in an enchanted fairy tale kingdom inspired by diverse Latin cultures and folklore," the network said in a statement.
After her introduction on Sofia, 16-year-old Elena will star in her own spin-off series, Elena of Avalor, also set to debut on Disney Junior in 2016.
Dominican Republic-born Aimee Carrero of ABC Family's Young & Hungry,...
- 1/29/2015
- by Michelle Tauber, @michelletauber
- People.com - TV Watch
There's a new Disney princess in town - and for the first time, she's Latina. On Thursday, Disney Junior announced that Princess Elena of Avalor will make her debut in 2016 on a special episode of Sofia the First, the network's hit show for preschoolers. Princess Elena is "a confident and compassionate teenager in an enchanted fairy tale kingdom inspired by diverse Latin cultures and folklore," the network said in a statement. After her introduction on Sofia, 16-year-old Elena will star in her own spin-off series, Elena of Avalor, also set to debut on Disney Junior in 2016. Dominican Republic-born Aimee Carrero...
- 1/29/2015
- by Michelle Tauber, @michelletauber
- PEOPLE.com
There's a new Disney princess in town - and for the first time, she's Latina. On Thursday, Disney Junior announced that Princess Elena of Avalor will make her debut in 2016 on a special episode of Sofia the First, the network's hit show for preschoolers. Princess Elena is "a confident and compassionate teenager in an enchanted fairy tale kingdom inspired by diverse Latin cultures and folklore," the network said in a statement. After her introduction on Sofia, 16-year-old Elena will star in her own spin-off series, Elena of Avalor, also set to debut on Disney Junior in 2016. Dominican Republic-born Aimee Carrero...
- 1/29/2015
- by Michelle Tauber, @michelletauber
- PEOPLE.com
Disney Junior is spinning off its popular "Sophia the First" TV series, and with it, introducing a new princess to the fold: Elena.
The teenage Latina princess will star in her own show, "Elena of Avalor," and will be introduced during an episode of "Sophia." Elena, per Variety, "has been trapped for decades in the signature jeweled amulet that is one of best-known elements of the current kiddie series."
The synopsis continues:
In the series, Sofia discovers how Princess Elena was trapped inside the amulet, and sets about to help Elena regain her human form and return to the kingdom of Avalor. Elena was trapped in the jewel after trying to protect her little sister and grandparents from Shuriki, an evil sorceress. The 16-year-old character will rule Avalor with help from characters like Grandfather Tito, Grandmother Cici and Duke Esteban, a royal advisor. She will also have friends: Mateo, a wizard-in-training,...
The teenage Latina princess will star in her own show, "Elena of Avalor," and will be introduced during an episode of "Sophia." Elena, per Variety, "has been trapped for decades in the signature jeweled amulet that is one of best-known elements of the current kiddie series."
The synopsis continues:
In the series, Sofia discovers how Princess Elena was trapped inside the amulet, and sets about to help Elena regain her human form and return to the kingdom of Avalor. Elena was trapped in the jewel after trying to protect her little sister and grandparents from Shuriki, an evil sorceress. The 16-year-old character will rule Avalor with help from characters like Grandfather Tito, Grandmother Cici and Duke Esteban, a royal advisor. She will also have friends: Mateo, a wizard-in-training,...
- 1/29/2015
- by Katie Roberts
- Moviefone
Disney Junior has ordered a second season of their animated series, Sheriff Callie's Wild West. It stars the Mandy Moore as the voice of the title character.
Here are the details:
Disney Junior Saddles Up For A Second Season Of "Sheriff Callie's Wild West"
Action-Packed Western for Preschoolers Stars Mandy Moore as the Voice of Callie, a Calico Cat Sheriff Who Reinforces Good Morals, Manners and Social Ethics
Disney Junior has ordered a second season of "Sheriff Callie's Wild West," starring Mandy Moore (Disney's "Tangled") as the voice of Sheriff Callie. The action-packed Western series follows Callie, a Calico cat sheriff who keeps the peace in her frontier town of Nice and Friendly Corners by ensuring that everyone abides by the rules of good morals, manners and social ethics. The announcement was made today by Nancy Kanter, Executive Vice...
Here are the details:
Disney Junior Saddles Up For A Second Season Of "Sheriff Callie's Wild West"
Action-Packed Western for Preschoolers Stars Mandy Moore as the Voice of Callie, a Calico Cat Sheriff Who Reinforces Good Morals, Manners and Social Ethics
Disney Junior has ordered a second season of "Sheriff Callie's Wild West," starring Mandy Moore (Disney's "Tangled") as the voice of Sheriff Callie. The action-packed Western series follows Callie, a Calico cat sheriff who keeps the peace in her frontier town of Nice and Friendly Corners by ensuring that everyone abides by the rules of good morals, manners and social ethics. The announcement was made today by Nancy Kanter, Executive Vice...
- 11/19/2014
- by TVSeriesFinale.com
- TVSeriesFinale.com
The circle of life is continuing: "The Lion King" is getting a spinoff TV movie and series.
Disney Television Animation announced this week that "The Lion Guard," an animated movie follow-up to the hit '90s flick, will debut on Disney Junior and the Disney Channel in the fall of 2015. An animated series of the same name will then follow sometime in 2016.
"Guard" follows the children of Simba and Nala, and is aimed at kids ages 2-7 and their families. Its synopsis, per Coming Soon:
"The Lion Guard" begins as Kion, the second-born cub of Simba and Nala, assumes the role of leader of the Lion Guard, a group of the bravest and brightest tasked with preserving the Pride Lands. Instead of assembling a team of young lions to serve with him, Kion challenges tradition by calling upon friends he believes are the best choices - Bunga, a fearless honey badger; Fuli,...
Disney Television Animation announced this week that "The Lion Guard," an animated movie follow-up to the hit '90s flick, will debut on Disney Junior and the Disney Channel in the fall of 2015. An animated series of the same name will then follow sometime in 2016.
"Guard" follows the children of Simba and Nala, and is aimed at kids ages 2-7 and their families. Its synopsis, per Coming Soon:
"The Lion Guard" begins as Kion, the second-born cub of Simba and Nala, assumes the role of leader of the Lion Guard, a group of the bravest and brightest tasked with preserving the Pride Lands. Instead of assembling a team of young lions to serve with him, Kion challenges tradition by calling upon friends he believes are the best choices - Bunga, a fearless honey badger; Fuli,...
- 6/10/2014
- by Katie Roberts
- Moviefone
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