Emmy-winning Animated Series to Air Monday-Sunday at 11 p.m. (ET)
Starting Aug. 3
One of the most respected animated series in recent
years, SAMURAI JACK is making its way to commercial-free Boomerang
starting Monday, Aug. 3, at 11 p.m. (ET). A Cartoon Network original
series from acclaimed creator Genndy Tartakovsky (Dexter's Laboratory,
micro-series Star Wars: Clone Wars), SAMURAI JACK features a distinct
animation style and storytelling that earned multiple industry
accolades, including five ASIFA Annie Awards and the 2004 Primetime Emmy
Award as Outstanding Animated Program. The heroic story of a samurai
warrior on a journey to defeat an evil shape-shifting wizard-including
the awe-inspiring finale to the 52-episode arc-will be presented each
night of the week at 11 p.m. without commercial interruption.
SAMURAI JACK tells the story of a great warrior banished to the future
by the nefarious wizard Aku. Samurai Jack travels the world,
encountering an amazing array of cultures and civilizations, seeking the
portal to send him back to his own time. A man of few words, Jack
relies on his mental and physical training as a warrior to help him fend
off the evil wizard's forces. Jack's only goal is to find the time
portal so that he may return home to liberate his people from the
terrible sorcerer and his demon forces that rule the world. The show is
highlighted by its magnificent artistry, gripping action sequences and
evocative score, giving Samurai Jack a cinematic feel. .
"Stylistically, this isn't like any other animated show on television,"
said Tartakovsky in 2001. "We're using music, cinematic storytelling,
and very stylized backgrounds to create mood and atmosphere as SAMURAI
JACK travels exotic landscapes. The environment is a major character in
each show."
Starting Aug. 3
One of the most respected animated series in recent
years, SAMURAI JACK is making its way to commercial-free Boomerang
starting Monday, Aug. 3, at 11 p.m. (ET). A Cartoon Network original
series from acclaimed creator Genndy Tartakovsky (Dexter's Laboratory,
micro-series Star Wars: Clone Wars), SAMURAI JACK features a distinct
animation style and storytelling that earned multiple industry
accolades, including five ASIFA Annie Awards and the 2004 Primetime Emmy
Award as Outstanding Animated Program. The heroic story of a samurai
warrior on a journey to defeat an evil shape-shifting wizard-including
the awe-inspiring finale to the 52-episode arc-will be presented each
night of the week at 11 p.m. without commercial interruption.
SAMURAI JACK tells the story of a great warrior banished to the future
by the nefarious wizard Aku. Samurai Jack travels the world,
encountering an amazing array of cultures and civilizations, seeking the
portal to send him back to his own time. A man of few words, Jack
relies on his mental and physical training as a warrior to help him fend
off the evil wizard's forces. Jack's only goal is to find the time
portal so that he may return home to liberate his people from the
terrible sorcerer and his demon forces that rule the world. The show is
highlighted by its magnificent artistry, gripping action sequences and
evocative score, giving Samurai Jack a cinematic feel. .
"Stylistically, this isn't like any other animated show on television,"
said Tartakovsky in 2001. "We're using music, cinematic storytelling,
and very stylized backgrounds to create mood and atmosphere as SAMURAI
JACK travels exotic landscapes. The environment is a major character in
each show."
"SAMURAI JACK is known for its innovative artwork, riveting musical
score and intricate, action-packed plots," confirmed Stacy Isenhower,
senior vice president of programming and scheduling for Boomerang and
Cartoon Network. "Here's the perfect opportunity for anyone who's heard
of this fantastic show to see it from beginning to end over the course
of the next few months. It's a remarkable sword-swinging adventure that
appeals to audiences of all ages."
In addition to its Annie Awards for Outstanding Character Design in an
Animated Television Program, SAMURAI JACK also earned Emmy Awards for
Outstanding Individual Achievement in Animation for series animators Wes
Bane, Derrik Steinhagen, Dan Krall, Scott Willis and Bryan Andrews.
Samurai Jack features the voices of Phil La Marr (Mad TV) and Mako
(Pearl Harbor), as well as special guest appearances by Mark Hamill
(Star Wars) and Tim Curry (The Rocky Horror Picture Show).
Boomerang is Turner Broadcasting System, Inc.'s (TBS, Inc.) 24-hour
cable/satellite network offering the best in classic animated
entertainment. In partnership with Cartoon Network, the service boasts
75 percent unduplicated programming and is available to cable/satellite
operators and their customers in Spanish. Boomerang's official Web site
is located at http://Boomerang.CartoonNetwork.com
<http://boomerang.cartoonnetwork.com/> .
Cartoon Network (CartoonNetwork.com), currently seen in more than 97
million U.S. homes and 166 countries around the world, is Turner
Broadcasting System, Inc.'s ad-supported cable service now available in
HD offering the best in original, acquired and classic entertainment for
kids and families. Overnight from 11 p.m.-6 a.m. (ET, PT), Cartoon
Network shares its channel space with Adult Swim, a late-night
destination showcasing original and acquired animation for young adults
18-34.
Turner Broadcasting System, Inc., a Time Warner company, creates and
programs branded news, entertainment, animation and young adult media
environments on television and other platforms for consumers around the
world.
score and intricate, action-packed plots," confirmed Stacy Isenhower,
senior vice president of programming and scheduling for Boomerang and
Cartoon Network. "Here's the perfect opportunity for anyone who's heard
of this fantastic show to see it from beginning to end over the course
of the next few months. It's a remarkable sword-swinging adventure that
appeals to audiences of all ages."
In addition to its Annie Awards for Outstanding Character Design in an
Animated Television Program, SAMURAI JACK also earned Emmy Awards for
Outstanding Individual Achievement in Animation for series animators Wes
Bane, Derrik Steinhagen, Dan Krall, Scott Willis and Bryan Andrews.
Samurai Jack features the voices of Phil La Marr (Mad TV) and Mako
(Pearl Harbor), as well as special guest appearances by Mark Hamill
(Star Wars) and Tim Curry (The Rocky Horror Picture Show).
Boomerang is Turner Broadcasting System, Inc.'s (TBS, Inc.) 24-hour
cable/satellite network offering the best in classic animated
entertainment. In partnership with Cartoon Network, the service boasts
75 percent unduplicated programming and is available to cable/satellite
operators and their customers in Spanish. Boomerang's official Web site
is located at http://Boomerang.CartoonNetwork.com
<http://boomerang.cartoonnetwork.com/> .
Cartoon Network (CartoonNetwork.com), currently seen in more than 97
million U.S. homes and 166 countries around the world, is Turner
Broadcasting System, Inc.'s ad-supported cable service now available in
HD offering the best in original, acquired and classic entertainment for
kids and families. Overnight from 11 p.m.-6 a.m. (ET, PT), Cartoon
Network shares its channel space with Adult Swim, a late-night
destination showcasing original and acquired animation for young adults
18-34.
Turner Broadcasting System, Inc., a Time Warner company, creates and
programs branded news, entertainment, animation and young adult media
environments on television and other platforms for consumers around the
world.
