Thundercats is Getting a Comedic Reboot on Cartoon Network

Back in 2011, there was an attempt to reboot the Thundercats franchise, but the show was ultimately cancelled. Now Cartoon Network is at it again, with Thundercats Roar, only this time, they're approaching the series in a more comedic tone.

Here's the official description from the press release:

It's time again to feel the magic and hear the roar! Production is currently underway on ThunderCats Roar, an all-new, animated sci-fi action comedy series from Warner Bros. Animation. Bursting with over-the-top action and razor-sharp comedy, ThunderCats Roar boasts fresh and vibrant character designs along with a dynamic storytelling tone that promises to reignite the passionate fanbase of these iconic characters and introduce the legacy of Thundera to a whole new generation. ThunderCats Roar will be coming to Cartoon Network in 2019. Staying true to the premise of the original series, Lion-O and the ThunderCats — Tygra, Panthro, Cheetara, Wilykat and Wilykit — barely escape the sudden destruction of their home world, Thundera, only to crash land on the mysterious and exotic planet of Third Earth. Lion-O, the newly appointed Lord of the ThunderCats, attempts to lead the team as they make this planet their new home. A bizarre host of creatures and villains stand in their way, including the evil Mumm-Ra, Third Earth's wicked ruler who will let nothing, including the ThunderCats, stop his tyrannical reign over the planet.

As of now, the trailer is currently standing with 16k dislikes as compared to 1.5k likes, and I'll admit I am not a fan of the new look. However, there was also a lot of backlash with the release of Teen Titans GO, but a lot of kids ended up liking that show. I have no doubt that, though adults and fans of the original will hate this, Thundercats Roar could find a solid fanbase with a new generation of viewers.

Let's also not forget, the more action-oriented style of the 2011 reboot was way closer to the source material, and featured fantastic animation and writing, but it still got cancelled. I wonder how this new show is going to fare.

Thundercats Roar is aiming for a release in 2019.

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