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8 Cartoon Network Anime Cancelled Too Soon
8 Cartoon Network anime canceled before full potential.
In brief
8 Cartoon Network anime canceled before full potential. 8 Cartoon Network anime series were canceled prematurely due to budget, production issues, or other complications. Originally reported by ScreenRant.
Deadman Wonderland
Deadman Wonderland is a death game anime where protagonist Ganta must clear his name in a prison complex with poison collars.
“Deadman Wonderland left off on a cliffhanger and diverged so much that a second season became impossible.”
The Big O
The Big O was revived for a second 13-episode season after initially performing poorly in Japan.
“The Big O would be shelved afterward right as its biggest mysteries were turned on their heads.”
Cyborg 009
Cyborg 009 aired 26 episodes on Toonami before being moved to late night blocks, with the final two episodes never aired.
“Cyborg 009: The Cyborg Soldier aired on Toonami in 2003 under the shortened name Cyborg 009.”
Zatch Bell!
Zatch Bell! was canceled after 3 seasons, ending abruptly on a cliffhanger after 150 episodes.
“Out of 104 localized episodes, Toonami would drop the series in 2007 after airing only 77.”
Rave Master
Rave Master covered 12 volumes of the 35-volume manga, an adaptation cut short due to its own production.
“Rave Master's adaptation was cut short, only covering 12 volumes of the 35-volume manga.”
Shenmue: The Animation
Shenmue: The Animation was canceled after its first season, possibly due to cuts following Warner Discovery's merger.
“The series would be canceled after its first season, possibly due to cuts following Warner Discovery's merger.”
Bobobo-bo Bo-bobo
Bobobo-bo Bo-bobo was canceled after 76 episodes, with its final episode parodying its own abrupt end.
“After 76 episodes, the series was abruptly canceled right as all nine of its central characters start coming together.”
Astro Boy
Astro Boy's 2003 remake premiered on Toonami but only 15 episodes were broadcast due to poor ratings.
“Despite being fully completed with 50 episodes total, due to poor ratings, only 15 episodes would ever be broadcast on Toonami.”
Why These Anime Matter
These cancellations highlight Cartoon Network's role in introducing Western audiences to anime through Toonami.
“Western anime fandom owes a pretty massive debt to Cartoon Network.”
What Happened Next
Some series found new life on Toonami and Adult Swim, but most were never completed.
“The Big O would find a second life on Toonami and Adult Swim.”
Here's the gist
8 Cartoon Network anime series were canceled prematurely due to budget, production issues, or other complications.
