‘Barney’ Franchise Revived at Max With New Series ‘Barney’s World’

Barney is a dinosaur from our imaginations that will finally be back on our screens this fall with the launch of new animated Max series “Barney’s World.”

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Starring the iconic Mattel character in his first TV show in 14 years, “Barney’s World” is set in a playground, where Barney is joined by dinos Billy and Baby Bop and their three kid best friends David, Mel, and Vivie. Through action-packed, music-filled adventures together, Barney helps the kids and audiences explore big preschool emotions, showing them how to love themselves, others, and their communities.

The new series, which is comprised of 52 episodes running 11-minutes each, will debut Oct. 14 on Max, followed by a linear premiere on Cartoon Network starting Oct. 18. The show also launches on Cartoonito in EMEA and APAC regions, and Discovery Kids in LATAM. Per Warner Bros. Discovery and Mattel, “select” episodes of “Barney’s World” will also be available on YouTube, where the series premiere will stream early on Oct. 11 in specific countries.

“Barney’s World” stars:

· Jonathan Langdon (“Zombies”) as Barney – A singing and dancing purple dinosaur who embodies love, Barney is a great listener who helps his friends work through challenges in a way that is caring to themselves and others.
· Bryn McAuley (“Hotel Transylvania: The Series”) as Baby Bop – A charming and opinionated dinosaur who is an advocate for all feelings, no matter how big or small.
· Jonathan Tan (“Rubble & Crew”) as Billy – An energetic dino who loves action and loud sounds. With a strong sense of self awareness, Billy encourages kids to express their feelings and care for themselves.
· Jayd Deroché (“Super Why’s Comic Book Adventures”) as David – An empathetic, self-aware, and caring kid, David loves giving big hugs and has an infectious laugh that he shares with his friends, older brother, and younger sister.
· Diana Tsoy (“CoComelon Lane”) as Mel – Mel is active, competitive, and always up for a challenge. She is multiracial from Korean and Mexican heritage, speaks three languages, and loves to share her culture with her friends.
· Ella Paciocco (vocal star) as Vivie – Vivie is wildly creative and loves to paint and perform. She lives with her Nonna, and together they enjoy cooking, sharing Italian traditions, and caring for their friends and family.

“Barney’s World” is a co-production from Mattel Television Studios and Corus Entertainment’s Nelvana. It is executive produced by Josh Silverman and recently-exited head of Mattel TV’s studio Michelle Mendelovitz for Mattel and by Athena Georgaklis, Doug Murphy, Mellany Welsh, Troy Reeb and Pam Westman for Nelvana.

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Barney debuted in 1988 in the series “Barney & Friends” which aired for 14 seasons across multiple networks globally, including on PBS in the U.S. The series concluded Nov. 2, 2010.

“The goal of Mattel Television Studios is to develop and distribute episodic and long-form content that expands Mattel’s characters and storylines across linear and streaming platforms worldwide,” Mattel’s Silverman said. “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.”

“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,” said Vanessa Brookman, Warner Bros. Discovery’s general manager of kids global streaming and international Networks. “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.”

Watch the teaser for “Barney’s World” Below.

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