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e a Step into the Fascinating World of Animated Series! Animated series have always been an important part of everyone's childhood. From watching Tom and Jerry chase each other to engaging in the adventures of the Powerpuff Girls, animated series have never failed in entertaining us. However, did you ever wonder about the background story of these animated character's creation? Here are some fascinating cold facts about some of the most popular animated series that will surprise you.
1. The Powerpuff Girls: Did you know that The Powerpuff Girls started off as a short animation sequence that was originally shown in between commercials back in the '90s? Creator Craig McCracken filmed it to use as a portfolio piece to get a job in animation. Later on, Cartoon Network picked it up and converted it into a full-blown series. The voice behind Blossom, Cathy Cavadini, auditioned without even knowing what the show was about.
2. Looney Tunes: Looney Tunes was originally created to show in cinemas before the featured movie played. As Mel Blanc, the voice behind the famous Bugs Bunny and other characters, couldn't attend a recording session for one of the episodes, Stan Freberg filled in and even did an impression of Blanc's voice. This was the only episode that Blanc didn't voice his characters.
3. Toy Story: Did you know that Pixar's Toy Story was not supposed to be a feature film? The original concept was meant to be a Christmas special that would be shown on television. However, as the plot and the characters developed, the project got bigger and eventually got made into a movie. Can you imagine if Toy Story had only been a one-time Christmas special?
4. Tom and Jerry: Tom and Jerry is said to be one of the most iconic and long-standing animated series of all time. Interestingly, the original characters were called "Jasper and Jinx". Later on, the creators decided to change the name to Tom and Jerry - we can only imagine how different the show would be with Jasper and Jinx as the main characters.
5. SpongeBob SquarePants: SpongeBob SquarePants has been a beloved character since it first aired in 199
9. However, did you know that the character of SpongeBob was originally based on a kitchen sponge that was shaped like a rectangle? The idea then developed to not only turn the kitchen sponge into a sea sponge but also create a world built around him. In conclusion, animated series are an essential part of our childhood, and they continue to entertain people of all ages. However, the making of these animated characters is just as fascinating as the characters themselves. From the origin of the show to the name changes, these cold facts have given us a unique insight into the world of animated series.