The first three videos starred actress Sandy Duncan.
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Leach then brought together a team who created a series of home videos, Barney & the Backyard Gang, initially released in 1988. She came up with the idea of a children's program after noticing that her son outgrew Wee Sing Together, and then recognizing that there were no videos to appeal to her son. Barney has also received lots of praise from parents for being a wholesome yet engaging show for children that delves into common, kid-friendly topics.īarney was created by Sheryl Leach of Dallas, Texas. The anti-Barney phenomenon is the basis of the 2022 Peacock documentary I Love You, You Hate Me. While popular with its intended audience, Barney drew severe negative reaction from the older set, who mocked the main character in popular culture through song parodies and comedy routines such as being beaten up by NBA star Charles Barkley on an episode of Saturday Night Live. On October 18, 2019, Mattel Films announced that a second Barney film was to be produced British actor Daniel Kaluuya's production company was involved. In 2015, a revival was announced to premiere in 2017 but was delayed into an undated launch until being re-announced as a CGI-animated series in February 2023. Reruns aired on Sprout from 2005 to 2015, and from December 17, 2018, onward on Sprout's successor network, Universal Kids. The series ended on November 2, 2010, although new videos were still released on various dates after the last episode aired. The series first aired on PBS on Apand features Barney a purple anthropomorphic dinosaur who conveys educational messages through songs and small dance routines with a friendly, huggable and optimistic attitude.
“We will tap into the nostalgia of the generations who grew up with Barney, now parents themselves, and introduce the iconic purple dinosaur to a new generation of kids and families around the world across content, products, and experiences.Barney & Friends is an American children's television series targeted at children aged 2–7, created by Sheryl Leach. “Barney’s message of love and kindness has stood the test of time,” said Josh Silverman, Chief Franchise Officer and Global Head of Consumer Products at Mattel. Adult fans, including millennials who grew up with Barney (or at least the ones who don’t find the friendly dinosaur cringe-worthy), will be able to buy merch too, as adult apparel and accessories are currently in the works. Mattel also announced plans for Barney to star in films and YouTube content, release music and sell kid’s products including toys, books and clothing.
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Targeted at pre-school aged children, the program will take viewers on “music-filled adventures centred on love, community, and encouragement.” Corus Entertainment’s Nelvana, a producer and distributor of children’s content, will co-produce the series alongside Mattel.īarney’s rebrand will extend beyond the new TV show. The relaunch kicks off with a brand-new animated series, set to debut globally in 2024. The announcement came with a new photo of the anthropomorphized, lilac T-rex, who has been given a makeover from a real-life giant mascot into a wide-eyed, animated character. The toy company Mattel announced their plans to relaunch the Barney franchise on Monday. Barney the purple dinosaur is bringing the I Love You song to a whole new generation of kids - while also hoping to capitalize on the nostalgia of older fans.
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