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21-04-2010, 22:35
* Cartoon Network Unveils New Lineup By Kristin Brzoznowski Published: April 21, 2010 NEW YORK: At its annual Upfront presentation, Cartoon Network announced a number of firsts for the channel, including its foray into the broadcast awards arena with Cartoon Network's Hall of Game. Premiering in early 2011, Cartoon Network's Hall of Game will allow be a multiplatform experience that allows viewers to decide what's hot in the world of sports. The event will feature professional and amateur athletes, as well as entertainment. The event will be produced by IMG Media and the Sports Illustrated Group will serve as the official promotion partner and will also introduce the SI Kids' Sports Kid of the Year Award. The network also unveiled 25 new series, movies and specials, alongside 13 returning shows. Two new live-action series, Unnatural History and Tower Prep, were presented, as well as the CGI movie event Firebreather. New series to be presented as part of a new quarter-hour comedy block include MAD, Regular Show, Robotomy and Secret Mountain Fort Awesome. Cartoon Network further announced that later this year an all-new re-imaged version of Warner Bros. animated classic shorts Looney Tunes will debut.