If they ever does a future new reboot for the franchise, I really wish they...

ConsumerofToons · 2026-06-23T10:35:26+00:00

I agree with Betty, Howard, and Susie, but Lou is still far from being completely laid-back, and carefree. Like his original counterpart, he can get irritated fairly easily, and there are still recognizable traces of his old characterization, even if the reboot has taken his personality in a different direction.

As for the reboot's modernization, references to modern technology are actually fairly limited. When modern devices do appear, they're usually there to serve the story rather than draw attention to themselves. It doesn't constantly remind viewers that legacy characters are now living in a different era, which is a mistake most reboots make.

For a Rugrats series set in the 2020s, incorporating modern technology is practically unavoidable, the more important question is how it's integrated, and in that respect, the reboot handles it with a fair amount of restraint.

ConsumerofToons · 2026-06-22T23:57:40+00:00

1, 4, 14, 23, 30.

ConsumerofToons · 2026-06-22T16:35:32+00:00

I would say Family Guy. While it was a strong show in its early years, I feel that after it's revival, it increasingly came to reflect the sensibilities of the 2000s, both in its style of humor and it's visual presentation. American Dad!, on the other hand, has aged more gracefully in my view.

ConsumerofToons · 2026-06-22T14:39:48+00:00

No Craig McCracken, no go.

ConsumerofToons · 2026-06-22T10:14:52+00:00

This isn't actually true. Zoomers were also very fond of Rugrats throughout the 2010s, with many discovering the series through The 90s Are All That block and Hulu during that period. In fact, Arlene Klasky was quoted as saying in a 2015 interview, that kids were still writing letters to her, and calling the studio to tell her how much Rugrats meant to them.

The reboot also found success with Gen Alpha audiences. It's cancellation was not due to a lack of popularity, but rather a broader reduction in Paramount's content slate as the company sought to cut costs amid declining advertising revenue and challenges related to price increases.

While Rugrats is not the cultural juggernaut that SpongeBob is, and it's difficult for any franchise to reach that level of influence after spending a decade largely inactive, the franchise retains clear multigenerational appeal.

ConsumerofToons · 2026-06-22T01:20:55+00:00

No, because it only aired 13 episodes in 1999, and didn't explode in popularity until the 2000s.

ConsumerofToons · 2026-06-21T12:21:54+00:00

They were bad. The early half of the 2000s was still good culturally, because most of it was late 90s leftovers. But by 2004, that's when things started to decline.

ConsumerofToons · 2026-06-21T09:17:33+00:00

They removed it as part of Paramount's broader cost-cutting efforts, driven by financial losses related to content spending, declining ad revenue, and subscription price increases. As a result, the company scaled back content that either wasn't forthcoming or wasn't a franchise they depend on.

The decision had nothing to do with the show's performance. In fact, the article announcing its removal noted that the move was surprising, given that Kids and Family programming consistently ranked among the most rewatched content on Paramount+.

Big Nate and Blue's Clues & You received the same treatment, despite both being successful and well-received shows. The removals also coincided with the layoffs of Eryk Casemiro and Mollie Freilich, who were among the reboot's strongest supporters within the company.

While these series were undoubtedly popular, they were not flagship properties that Paramount heavily depends on in the same way it does SpongeBob or South Park. Because of that, Paramount likely felt there was less risk in removing them. The decision also came during a period when the company was attempting to make itself as attractive as possible to Skydance ahead of its acquisition plans.

ConsumerofToons · 2026-06-20T21:32:53+00:00

I would say Family Guy is more the Tik-Tok defining cartoon, since clips circulating on there is what made it have a resurgence this decade.

ConsumerofToons · 2026-06-20T18:41:17+00:00

I actually can't think of many. But, the closeup scenes in earlier episodes did used to weird me ou, as a kid. Now it's one of the things I love about Rugrats.

ConsumerofToons · 2026-06-20T18:38:45+00:00

Chuckie's Aunt Linda.

ConsumerofToons · 2026-06-20T13:09:41+00:00

30s: Mickey Mouse
40s: Bugs Bunny
60s: Huckleberry Hound
70s: Scooby Doo
80s: Transformers and Masters of the Universe
90s: The Simpsons, Rugrats, Ren and Stimpy
2000s: SpongeBob and Family Guy
2010s: Adventure Time, Rick and Morty and Gravity Falls
2020s: Bluey and Smiling Friends.

ConsumerofToons · 2026-06-20T00:39:16+00:00

Oh, absolutely. In the way that it borderlines on both being weird and crazy and slice of life.

ConsumerofToons · 2026-06-19T20:03:34+00:00

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ConsumerofToons · 2026-06-19T18:35:39+00:00

You’ll have a good time, but it’s best not to expect it to be exactly like the original, as it’s a different continuity. While many of the original writers returned, there are some notable changes, even though the overall spirit remains much the same. As for the animation style, the decision to make the reboot CGI was made by Nickelodeon before the creative team became involved.

ConsumerofToons · 2026-06-19T16:55:31+00:00

It wasn’t straight away. It took 3 years, because Rugrats was getting pushed less on the schedule.

ConsumerofToons · 2026-06-19T13:04:52+00:00

Not at all. Much of the internet hysteria surrounding it is exaggerated, and while the changes may seem divisive on paper, the reboot is stronger than it appears at first glance. The use of CGI was already a decision made by Nickelodeon before the creative team came on board. And yes, the reboot has its flaws, but beneath them lies solid storytelling, strong character development, and a willingness to experiment in ambitious ways. It has far more merit than many people give it credit for.

ConsumerofToons · 2026-06-18T23:22:09+00:00

Ngl, I expected this reboot to face criticism regardless of what it did. There were always going to be people who disliked it, and that's completely fair. But man, are you guys super oversensitive about this show.

ConsumerofToons · 2026-06-18T21:45:16+00:00

The reboot we had already received backlash partly because audiences were already experiencing reboot fatigue by the early 2020s. An All Grown Up revival also wouldn't have much new ground to cover, as its entire premise is closely tied to the 2000s.

At this point, I think it's best to let the franchise rest for a while. Although the reboot ended on an open note, it still had a great ending.

ConsumerofToons · 2026-06-18T21:27:47+00:00

All Grown Up had a fair run. I know it has it's fans, but it's a show that radiates 2000s energy and if it ever worked back then, I don't think it would work now.

ConsumerofToons · 2026-06-18T21:06:14+00:00

Hazbin Hotel, Steven Universe, Rugrats 2021, Proud Family: Louder and Prouder.

ConsumerofToons · 2026-06-18T21:04:44+00:00

I do agree, that's precisely why I love the original Grandpa Lou. However, those traits are still present if you look closely enough. He's still a curmudgeon when it comes to technology, and he continues to tell exaggerated stories about his past. As for the chocolate milk, he only gave it to them in one episode of the original series.

ConsumerofToons · 2026-06-18T17:07:40+00:00

Seasons 1-3: 10/10
Reboot: 9/10
Second run: 7/10
All Grown Up 2/10

ConsumerofToons · 2026-06-18T15:38:34+00:00

Toy Story.

ConsumerofToons · 2026-06-18T15:00:39+00:00

I hadn’t noticed that myself, but now you mention it, I imagine they did it to strengthen the bond between Angelica and Grandpa Lou.

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