The iconic, fun-loving, purple dinosaur Barney may not have been seen much in the last 15 years, but he is set to make his long-awaited return to television with the new animated series ‘Barney’s World’ which will premier on October 14th on Max.
A linear premier will then follow it on Cartoon Network on October 18th and select episodes will be available on YouTube, where the first episode will drop early on October 11th.
The new show will consist of 52 animated 11-minute episodes and will see Barney be voiced by Jonathan Langdon.
The show will also feature Barney’s dino pals Billy (Jonathan Tan) and Baby Bop (Bryn McAuley) as well as their kid companions David (Jayd Deroché), Mel (Diana Tsoy), and Vivie (Ella Paciocco).
“Barney nurtures the power of love in all of us, and we are thrilled to bring him back to fans all around the world. We hope this modern revival leaves an impression on young audiences, imparting lessons that will positively influence them as they grow up,” Josh Silverman, Mattel’s chief franchise officer, said in an official press release.
“We are thrilled to partner with Mattel to bring a fresh, imaginative new take on Barney that resonates with today’s preschoolers and their families around the world,” Vanessa Brookman, Warner Bros. Discovery’s general manager of kids, global streaming and international networks, said in the release. “This new animated series aims to blend nostalgia with modern storytelling, ensuring that the world’s beloved purple dinosaur continues to inspire, educate, and delight young audiences.”
Meet Barney in the new video below:
