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5 days ago
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‘Steven Universe' Sequel in the Works at Amazon
Five years after the last iteration of Steven Universe ended, the show's, uh, universe is expanding again. A sequel series focused on supporting character Lars Barriga is in the works at Prime Video. Steven Universe: Lars of the Stars comes from the original show's creator, Rebecca Sugar, and supervising director Ian Jones-Quartey, who will executive produce. Cartoon Network Studios is behind the project, which was announced Tuesday at the Annecy International Animation Film Festival. More from The Hollywood Reporter Amazon Finds Its American Gladiators and Hires '106 & Park' Co-Host as Sideline Reporter (Exclusive) Cannes Lions CEO Complains: "Creatives Are Feeling Less Confident" 'BoJack Horseman' Creator Raphael Bob-Waksberg on Ditching Satire for Sincerity in 'Long Story Short' Sugar announced the new show at Annecy after giving a live performance of one of her original songs, written for Cartoon Network's hit Adventure Time series. At the same session for Warner Bros. Animation, Cartoon Network Studios and Hanna-Barbera Studios Europe, Cartoon Network announced an Adventure Time spin-off, Adventure Time: Side Quests, and season 10 renewal for Teen Titans Go!. Lars of the Stars, per its logline, 'follows Lars Barriga, eternal teenager and space outlaw, as he and his pirate crew smuggle contraband, evade the authorities, and uncover the darkest secrets of the fallen Gem Empire.' Should it go to series at the Amazon-owned Prime Video, Lars of the Stars will be the first Steven Universe show not to air on Cartoon Network. The original series ran from 2013-19 and was followed by a feature-length movie and the series Steven Universe Future, which concluded in 2020. As for Teen Titans Go!, the renewal extends the show's record as the longest-running DC animated series. A premiere date for season 10, which will continue to follow the (mis)adventures of Robin, Starfire, Cyborg, Beast Boy and Raven, will be announced later. Luke Cormican, Peggy Regan and Sam Register executive produce the series, which comes from WB Animation. The Annecy showcase also featured first-look clips and concept art for Foster's Funtime for Imaginary Friends, the preschool spin-off show of Craig McCracken's Cartoon Network hit Foster's Home for Imaginary Friends; The Wonderfully Weird World of Gumball, the revival seventh season of Ben Bocquelet's The Amazing World of Gumball, which will air on Hulu and Cartoon Network International; and SuperMutant Magical Academy, the upcoming Adult Swim show from Regular Show and Close Enough creator J.G. Quintel, based on Jillian Tamaki's webcomic of the same name. Best of The Hollywood Reporter 'The Studio': 30 Famous Faces Who Play (a Version of) Themselves in the Hollywood-Based Series 22 of the Most Shocking Character Deaths in Television History A 'Star Wars' Timeline: All the Movies and TV Shows in the Franchise
Yahoo
13-06-2025
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'Steven Universe' spin-off 'Lars of the Stars' is on its way — here's everything we know
The world of Steven Universe is making another triumphant return with a new series! Steven Universe was a game-changer for LGBTQ+ representation in animation during its 2013-2019 run. It gave us queer-coded aliens, gender-nonconforming characters, and canon sapphic relationships on Cartoon Network. Even after the show ended, it lived on through a 2019 TV movie and a follow-up epilogue series, Steven Universe Future. And now, we're making way for Steven Universe: Lars of the Stars. This latest follow-up series was announced as being in development during the Warner Bros. and Cartoon Network showcase at the Annecy International Animation Film Festival this week. Here's what we know so far. — (@) The new series will follow Lars Barriga, the once-sullen donut shop teen turned pink-hued space outlaw. After being resurrected by Steven's healing powers in the original series, Lars took to the stars with a crew of misfit Gems known as the Off Colors. In the new series, the eternal teenager and his crew 'smuggle contraband, evade the authorities, and uncover the darkest secrets of the fallen Gem Empire.' — (@) Lars and his Off Color Gems are the only confirmed characters in the upcoming series, which is still in development. Any fans itching to know whether Steven, the Gems from the original series, or any other fan favorite characters will make an appearance will just have to keep their fingers crossed for the time being. — (@) Rebecca Sugar, who created Steven Universe, is back on board for Lars of the Stars. She and husband/long-time collaborator Ian Jones-Quartey have taken the helm for this new series — something Jones-Quartey was thrilled to confirm via social media following the announcement. — (@) As Steven Universe: Lars of the Stars is still in the early stages of development, we don't have a release date as of yet. But if and when it does make its way to audiences, it's expected to premiere on Prime Video.
USA Today
12-06-2025
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- USA Today
'Steven Universe Lars of the Stars' spinoff promises new intrigue
'Steven Universe Lars of the Stars' spinoff promises new intrigue Show Caption Hide Caption 'Big Bang Theory''s Kate Micucci Recovering After Cancer Surgery. Actor and comedian Kate Micucci has revealed on TikTok that she is recovering from surgery after a lung cancer diagnosis. 'The Big Bang Theory' star shared a health update, saying, 'This is not a TikTok it's a sick Tok' but the procedure went well, and she's 'all good now.' 'They caught it really early,' she added, referring to the cancer while also revealing that she's 'never smoked a cigarette.' She said she will be taking it slow for the next few weeks but can't wait to get back to art as she frequently shares her hand-drawn cartoons online. Micucci played Lucy on 'The Big Bang Theory' and has also had cameos on 'Scrubs' and 'Will and Grace.' She has also lent her voice to animated characters, including on 'Steven Universe', 'Milo Murphy's Law' and 'Scooby-Doo.' unbranded - Entertainment It's spinoff season for Cartoon Network Studios. The animation giant announced June 11 at the Annecy International Animation Film Festival that they are developing "Steven Universe: Lars of the Stars," a follow-up to their popular "Steven Universe" series. The show, which will explore "the past, present and future of the 'Steven Universe' universe," according to a release, will stream on Prime Video. From executive producers Rebecca Sugar and Ian Jones-Quartey, the sequel is expected to follow Lars Barriga, an "eternal teenager and space outlaw," as he joins forces with a crew of pirates to "smuggle contraband, evade the authorities, and uncover the darkest secrets of the fallen Gem Empire." 'Amazing World of Gumball' Season 7 coming to Hulu with a new name: What to know The "Steven Universe" announcement follows a string of news for Cartoon Network, which is beginning to adapt to the streaming world as fewer kids flick on their cable channel. In May, the studio announced "The Wonderfully Weird World of Gumball," a continuation of their hit series "The Amazing World of Gumball," which follows a wily blue cat as he gets into all sorts of hijinks. The teaser trailer, released May 20, excited a long-hungry fan base. The original "Gumball" series ran on Cartoon Network from 2011 to 2019, and has been on hiatus for almost as long. The new series, which promises to be much of the same but under a new name, is from the original creator and executive producer, Ben Bocquelet, and is produced by Hanna-Barbera Studios Europe. "The Wonderfully Weird World of Gumball" will air on Hulu domestically, Cartoon Network's international channels and HBO Max outside of the United States. Contributing: Taijuan Moorman
Yahoo
12-06-2025
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‘Steven Universe: Lars of the Stars' Unveiled in Annecy: Studios Sneak Peek New ‘Regular Show,' ‘Foster's,' ‘Adventure Time,' ‘Gumball' Series
Cartoon Network Studios is expanding the beloved 'Steven Universe' franchise with a brand-new series, 'Steven Universe: Lars of the Stars,' now in development for Prime Video. The announcement was made Wednesday during the Warner Bros. Animation, Cartoon Network Studios and Hanna-Barbera Studios Europe showcase at the Annecy International Animation Film Festival by 'Steven Universe' creator Rebecca Sugar. After a very brief introduction from studio president Sam Register, the great and powerful – which featured a clip of him appearing as an Oz-like floating head surrounded by jets of flames – it was revealed 'Teen Titans Go!', the longest running animated series in DC history, has been renewed for a tenth season on Cartoon Network. The irreverent comedy, based on DC's teen superhero team, continues to follow Robin, Starfire, Cyborg, Beast Boy and Raven as they juggle crimefighting with the absurdities of teenage life. Executive producers Luke Cormican, Peggy Regan and Sam Register return for the milestone season. More from Variety 'Cat in the Hat' Teases Not One, but Three Different Worlds - and a Pig in a Wig Passion Paris, Amplitude Studios Partner on Animated Series Set in the Endless Universe (EXCLUSIVE) 'We Did Not Make 'Animal Farm' for Any Algorithm': Director Andy Serkis on Animating Orwell This year's Cartoon Network Studios, Warner Bros. Animation, Hanna Barbera studio focus presentation was a bit different than what annual attendees have come to expect from the outfit. Traditionally, the company's executives offered up a rapid-fire look at large parts of its pipeline, but this year, with many of the company's most legendary creators in town to celebrate 25 years of CNS, the talent took over. Executive produced by Sugar alongside her partner and 'OK K.O.! Let's Be Heroes' creator Ian Jones-Quartey, 'Steven Universe: Lars of the Stars' will follow up on the original show, tracking fan-favorite character Lars Barriga, described as an 'eternal teenager and space outlaw.' According to the official description, the sequel series will chart Lars and his pirate crew as they 'smuggle contraband, evade the authorities, and uncover the darkest secrets of the fallen Gem Empire.' The original 'Steven Universe' became a cultural phenomenon during its 2013–2020 run, earning a Peabody Award for its storytelling, diversity and emotional depth. This new chapter promises to explore the 'past, present and future of the Steven Universe universe,' deepening the lore of the series that redefined modern animation. Before sharing her exciting news, Sugar, unannounced, emerged from the assembled audience to perform a new original song that she wrote for the upcoming second season of CNS's popular 'Adventure Time' spinoff, 'Adventure Time: Fionna and Cake.' Several clips and images were shared from the show's second season, which made it clear that the Huntress character will play a much larger role this time around. Leading the 'Adventure Time'-related section of the day's presentation was showrunner Adam Muto, who also offered up a very early look at 'Adventure Time: Side Quests.' The show's opening sequence, still a work in progress, was shared, and will feel extremely familiar to fans of the original series. 'Regular Show' creator J.G. Quintel teased his new 'Regular Show' series, but coyly kept most details, including the show's title, a closely hidden secret. He did say he would share some artwork of new characters from the show, but instead just flipped through a tasty looking slideshow of cartoon food products. Quintel was less withholding when it came to another of his projects, the upcoming YA animated series 'Super Mutant Magic Academy,' based on the comic of the same name by Jillian Tamaki. Artwork and an animatic were shown, giving the impression that the show will land somewhere between 'X-Men' and 'Harry Potter,' as its title plainly suggests. The Studio Focus also included an appearance from cartoon legend Craig McCracken, who shared an early look at his upcoming preschool adaptation of 'Foster's Home for Imaginary Friends.' And while the show will be aimed at a younger audience, McCracken insisted it would not necessarily be educational or aspirational, prioritizing humor above all else. In a brief animatic clip, it was made clear when Bloo taught the invisible friends around him that the day's lesson was to never ever ever ever ever trust adults, because they will make you do things like eat broccoli. Best of Variety 'Harry Potter' TV Show Cast Guide: Who's Who in Hogwarts? 25 Hollywood Legends Who Deserve an Honorary Oscar New Movies Out Now in Theaters: What to See This Week
Geek Girl Authority
12-06-2025
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- Geek Girl Authority
Lars of the Stars Archives
Categories Select Category Games GGA Columns Movies Stuff We Like The Daily Bugle TV & Streaming Steven Universe is getting another sequel. Prime Video's Lars of the Stars will follow the adventures of the titular space pirate. Read on for what we know so far.
