The beloved purple dinosaur is making a comeback! Barney is set to star in a brand-new animated series, “Barney’s World”, which is scheduled to premiere this October.
A teaser trailer has recently been released, giving fans a glimpse of the iconic dinosaur spreading joy and love at the playground. Joining Barney will be his dino pals, Billy and Baby Bop, as well as their three human best friends.
According to The Hollywood Reporter, the reboot series will debut on Max on October 14 and on Cartoon Network on October 18. Additionally, some episodes will be available for streaming on YouTube starting October 11.
“Mattel Television Studios aims to create content that expands our characters and storylines across various platforms worldwide,” stated Josh Silverman, Mattel’s chief franchise officer. “Barney embodies the power of love, and we’re excited to reintroduce him to fans of all ages. We hope this modern revival will leave a positive impact on young audiences, teaching them valuable lessons as they grow up.”
The original series, “Barney & Friends,” first aired in 1992 and concluded in 2010.