The ‘The Fairly OddParents’ and ‘Danny Phantom’ creator’s newly minted Butch Hartman Studios will produce original, faith-based and mainstream programming for kids and families.
Animation pioneer Butch Hartman (The Fairly OddParents, Danny Phantom) has launched Butch Hartman Studios, an independent animation studio to produce and finance original faith-based and mainstream programming for kids and families.
An inaugural member of Animation Magazine’s Hall of Fame, Hartman is a multiple Emmy and Annie Award- nominated and BMI Award-winning animator, writer, director, producer, illustrator, and actor.
“Our stories and shows are created and curated with families in mind,” said Hartman. “We’re working with some of the best animators in the business, many of whom I’ve worked with on other shows, to offer an enriching experience suitable for children of all ages. Our mandate is to provide safe entertainment where kids can be enthralled, excited and encouraged to set their imaginations free. My Christian faith has convinced me that in a world of almost unbearable uncertainty, the importance of fun and empowering kids' entertainment has never been more profound.”
First up for the studio is the expansion of The Garden Cartoon, created by Hartman and executive produced by his wife Julieann through Garden Productions. Production is underway on Season 2 of the animated series, while several Garden Cartoon movies will be distributed by BMG-Global.
Among the projects in active development:
- Little Harps - A Guardian Angel school prepares new recruits to help kids down on earth.
- Dragon Drive-Thru - Three little dragons run a fast-food stand in a medieval town.
- Family Fusion - Can two super-science families live next door to each other without destroying the neighborhood?
Source: Butch Hartman Studios
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