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Cartoon Network, Adult Swim Announce 35th-Anniversary Series, Robot Chicken Specials

6/26/2026

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Cartoon Network and Adult Swim announced a documentary series for the network’s 35th anniversary, set for 2027.
The series, which Michael Ouweleen said turned the network into a force, will span the “Checkerboard” to “Dimensional” eras and mix archival footage with new artist interviews.
Two “Robot Chicken” specials—one with Cartoon Network characters and another featuring every Adult Swim character—will premiere on Aug. 30 and stream on HBO Max on Aug. 31.

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Cartoon Network and Adult Swim announced a documentary series for the network’s 35th anniversary, set for 2027.
The series, which Michael Ouweleen said turned the network into a force, will span the “Checkerboard” to “Dimensional” eras and mix archival footage with new artist interviews.
Two “Robot Chicken” specials—one with Cartoon Network characters and another featuring every Adult Swim character—will premiere on Aug. 30 and stream on HBO Max on Aug. 31.