From 8 in the morning till 5 in the evening the only channel that was allowed in our childhood was Cartoon Network. Do you remember the days when your eyes were glued to the cartoons of CN? Well, Cartoon Networks is one of the most popular and oldest cartoon channels. It shows a series of different cartoons and kid shows. But recently, #RIPCartoonNetwork has been trending on X. People have been increasingly trending the hashtags. Is Cartoon Network shutting down? Here’s what you should know.
Is Cartoon Network Shutting Down?
Cartoon Network is dead?!?!
Spread the word about what’s at stake for animation!!! Post about your favorite Cartoon Network shows using #RIPCartoonNetwork
Active members of TAG can help by filling out your survey! Today (7/8) is the last day! pic.twitter.com/dHNMvA1q0A
— Animation Workers Ignited (@AWorkersIgnited) July 8, 2024
The animated video posted by Animation Workers Ignited went viral. The video stated,
“Cartoon Network is essentially dead and other big animation studios are not far behind. What happened to all the animation workers? Many are unemployed in record numbers, with some jobless for over a year, despite carrying the industry during the pandemic. When Covid first hit, animation was able to operate completely remotely, making it one of the only forms of entertainment that could continue production uninterrupted. But studios repaid them by cancelling projects, outsourcing jobs, and laying off artists en masse.”
Well, CN is not really shutting down. If there still exist CN lovers, they can release a sigh of relief. The video was posted to highlight the struggles of cartoon channels and animators. It blamed these problems on avarice, asserting that large studios strengthened their finances by lowering expenses and staffing fewer people, which benefited CEOs and other executives. It asked fans to follow the account for further methods to support the cause and to spread the message by posting about their favorite Cartoon Network episodes with the hashtag #RIPCartoonNetwork. Well, the trend shows the real struggles of not only CN but other similar channels.
Users React To The Trend
#RIPCartoonNetwork has gained a lot of attention. People have been trending the hashtag ever since it was posted. The post welcomed mixed reactions, here’s how different users reacted to the trend:
Many users sympathized with the animators who struggled with different issues. People also shared their favorite cartoon scenes. While sharing the cartoons that stay close to fans’ hearts, many fans also demanded a few shows to make a comeback.
Courage The Cowardly Dog will always be a favorite! It’s very sad to hear that the animators were treated so poorly and hopefully they can find work soon! pic.twitter.com/LXUwlYHKLI
— Gabby Shires (@GabbyShires) July 8, 2024
#RIPCartoonnetwork
Bring this show back!! pic.twitter.com/yBbPbt2XrA— OfficialCyber (@Cyberzss) July 8, 2024
I’ll probably remember that episode of the grim adventures of billy and Mandy when they tried to get her to smile for the entire rest of my life 🤣 pic.twitter.com/B9PcWhNLC1
— Shady (@ShadyMikeGaming) July 8, 2024
Many users appreciated the initiative and many shared their story.
It is absolutely insane that studios get away with this. I really hope we can do something with the survey results. 💔 There are so many Cartoons I would have loved to see given a proper sendoff, like Infinity Train, ROTTMNT, and The Owl House.
— Rainbott (@Rainbott10) July 9, 2024
Amazing work on this!! I’ve been unemployed and beyond depressed the past year and a half. I miss my job and my career.
It sucks that I didn’t get into animation to make a lot of money, but to be happy… And to have the people who already make the most decide to cut us to make…
— ANN3THRAX (@ANN3THRAX) July 9, 2024
What do you think about this trend?
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