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[01/19/22 - 07:59 AM]
WarnerMedia Kids & Family Bolsters "Craig of the Creek" Animated Franchise with Two New Project Greenlights and a Fifth Season Pickup for HBO Max and Cartoon Network
Project greenlights include a preschool spinoff series, "Jessica's Big Little World," and an original animated movie, "Craig of the Creek: The Movie," plus a season five series renewal.

[via press release from WarnerMedia]

"Over the last two years, the show has been touted among critics as a racially groundbreaking and progressive series that gets diversity and inclusion right." - Dominique Fluker, Forbes

"Craig of the Creek is nevertheless most notable for its heartwarming depiction of a close, loving Black family and its casual incorporation of Black cultural norms." - Maya Phillips, The New York Times

WarnerMedia Kids & Family Bolsters Craig of the Creek Animated Franchise with Two New Project Greenlights and a Fifth Season Pickup for HBO Max and Cartoon Network

Preschool Spinoff Series, Jessica's Big Little World, Coming to Cartoonito

Original Animated Movie, Craig of the Creek: The Movie, Sets Sail for HBO Max and Cartoon Network

Jan. 19, 2022 - Burbank, CA - WarnerMedia Kids & Family announced today two new project greenlights and a series renewal that will expand the storytelling universe of the hit Emmy(R)-, GLAAD-, and NAACP Image Award-nominated, Craig of the Creek. Establishing itself as a premier animated kids franchise, Craig of the Creek project greenlights include a preschool spinoff series, Jessica's Big Little World, and an original animated movie, Craig of the Creek: The Movie, plus a season five series renewal.

"In Craig of the Creek, Matt Burnett, Ben Levin, Tiffany Ford, and the entire crew created a charming, imaginative, and inclusive world that represents the best in kids animation," said Sam Register, President, Cartoon Network Studios and Warner Bros. Animation. "We could not ask for a better foundation as we expand the stories of the Creek into preschool and long-form projects ensuring that Craig of the Creek is well on its way to becoming our studio's next big kids franchise."

"Since its debut, Craig of the Creek has been an instant audience favorite, capturing the joy of being a kid along with the humor and heart of family life," said Amy Friedman, Head of Kids & Family Programming, Warner Bros. "We are so thrilled with how Cartoon Network Studios has opened up Craig's world and that his hilarious little sister Jessica, a breakout character, will now have her own show!"

Produced by Cartoon Network Studios, today's greenlight announcements include:

Jessica's Big Little World - No task is too big, even when you're little! Set to debut in 2023, this preschool spinoff centers on the Creek's favorite resilient little sister, Jessica, as she navigates her way through a world where everything seems much bigger than she is. Although she's the youngest and still needs help with a lot, Jessica is inspired by the grown-ups and bigger kids around her and is persistent in her quest to conquer monumental kid tasks like creating a bedtime routine or saying hi to a new classmate. With the help of her friends, imaginary and real, Jessica sets off to take on the world, even if she still does suck her thumb... sometimes.

Following Cartoonito's framework of Humancentric Learning, Jessica's Big Little World aims to mirror important moments and milestones in children's lives to help them recognize and appreciate that difficult experiences and feelings are universal. The preschool series will weave themes of communication, imaginative play, perseverance, and embracing age-appropriate strategies for overcoming obstacles throughout.

Craig of the Creek: The Movie - An origin story of the Creek's bravest explorer that could only be told through the scope of a movie. Craig Williams is the shy, new kid in town, longing for his old home and life. Little does he know, he'll soon set off on the biggest adventure he could ever dream of. Treasure maps, pirate ships, and a villain who wants to destroy the Creek are just the beginning in this treasure hunting epic! Craig of the Creek: The Movie is expected to premiere in 2023.

Craig of the Creek Season Five - Craig of the Creek follows the precocious Craig and his best friends Kelsey and J.P., as they transform everyday afternoons into extraordinary adventures through imaginative play at the neighborhood creek. Season five delves deeper into the endless world of the Creek as Craig embarks on more journeys with friends new and old, finding adventure, mystery and fun around every bend. Season five is scheduled to premiere early next year.

Craig of the Creek, Craig of the Creek: The Movie, and Jessica's Big Little World are executive produced and co-created by Emmy(R)-nominated Steven Universe writers Matt Burnett and Ben Levin. Jessica's Big Little World is executive produced and co-created by former Craig of the Creek supervising director, Tiffany Ford.

"Seeing how viewers automatically fell in love with Jessica, the littlest member of the Williams family, and her big belief that she can do what everyone else does, developing Jessica's Big Little World was a natural next step in the Craig universe," said Matt Burnett and Ben Levin, Executive Producers and Co-Creators, Craig of the Creek. "Tiffany has been part of the Craig of the Creek family since the beginning and there isn't a better voice to bring our pint-sized heroine's journey to preschoolers."

Added Tiffany Ford, Executive Producer and Co-Creator, Jessica's Big Little World: "I'm very much looking forward to the stories we're going to tell on Jessica's Big Little World. We hope to bring forth relatable adventures that kids and parents can both connect to. I personally feel close to Jessica - she reminds me of people in my family, experiences that I've had, and friends that I've known. As we continue to develop this very special show, Jessica's journey to becoming a big kid has also inspired me to find a more kind and compassionate approach to the even smallest moments in life."

Craig of the Creek is consistently recognized for its authentic storytelling and representation of Black family life. Highlighted also by the diverse talent behind the scenes, the show has been praised for its inclusive storylines, relatable characters and accurate portrayal and normalization of Black culture. The series has garnered multiple award nominations since its 2018 premiere and received a Common Sense Seal for diversity in television. The fourth season of Craig of the Creek premiered Monday, Jan. 17 on Cartoon Network and will be followed by Thursday, Feb. 17 on HBO Max.

About WarnerMedia Kids & Family

WarnerMedia Kids & Family is the united group within the WarnerMedia enterprise that offers an expansive content slate on HBO Max and Cartoon Network. As the umbrella brand for all kids and family content, Cartoon Network reenergized its brand promise through its new tagline Redraw Your World, which empowers individuality and aims to be the place where kids are free to be themselves. With hundreds of hours of original series, specials and acquisitions, the WarnerMedia Kids & Family portfolio features its Cartoonito preschool programming block; a roster of upcoming animation and live-action originals that appeal to kids of all ages; and ACME Night, a weekend entertainment destination for families to enjoy a line-up of library favorites and blockbuster hits as well as new originals that will include Batman: Caped Crusader, Gremlins: Secrets of the Mogwai, Unicorn: Warriors Eternal, and more. A marquee collection of powerhouse brands and expertise marks WarnerMedia Kids & Family as a global leader wherever its brands live and engage with audiences all over the world.

About Cartoon Network Studios

Established in 2000, Cartoon Network Studios (CNS) is a global animation and interactive studio recognized for its innovative approaches to IP development and world-building. Fostering a creator-driven environment, CNS is home to hundreds of visual artists who have been a part of the studio's many critically acclaimed and groundbreaking animated series including Adventure Time, Craig of the Creek, Steven Universe, Summer Camp Island, The Powerpuff Girls, and We Bare Bears. CNS has also produced notable Adult Swim hits such as Primal, Samurai Jack, and Harvey Birdman, Attorney at Law. CNS has been honored with multiple awards and accolades including: Emmy(R), Peabody, GLAAD and Annie Awards. Internationally, the studio also garnered the BAFTA Children's Award, Italy's prestigious Pulcinella Award and Annecy Festival's Cristal Award. Currently, CNS houses a VR lab, and produces an array of interactive formats and products for youth and young adult audiences around the world. As part of its ongoing efforts to discover unique and promising voices everywhere, the studio has a robust global Artist Program and has numerous partnerships, including Exceptional Minds, Black Women Animate and California Institute of the Arts.





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· CRAIG OF THE CREEK (CARTOON)
· CRAIG OF THE CREEK: CRAIG BEFORE THE CREEK (CARTOON)
· JESSICA'S BIG LITTLE WORLD (CARTOON)





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