The Hub
Network Overview
THE HUB is a multi-platform joint venture between Discovery Communications (NASDAQ: DISCA, DISCB, DISCK) and Hasbro, Inc., (NASDAQ: HAS) with a goal of entertaining, enlightening, empowering and educating children and their families. The cable and satellite television network features original programming as well as content from Discovery's library of award-winning children's educational programming; from Hasbro's rich portfolio of entertainment and educational properties built during the past 90 years; and from leading third-party producers worldwide. The Hub lineup includes animated and live-action series, as well as specials, game shows, and family-favorite movies. The network extends its content through a robust and engaging online presence at www.hubworld.com. The Hub rebranded from Discovery Kids on October 10, 2010, and is available in more than 64 million U.S. households. The Hub logo and name are trademarks of Hub Television Networks, LLC. All rights reserved.
HUB ORIGINAL SERIES
"Clue®"
CLUE, the iconic family-favorite board game, will join The Hub as an original, half-hour live-action program. The series, which will feature a youthful, ensemble cast (to be announced) working together to uncover clues and unravel mysteries, will be produced by Hasbro Studios.
"Dan Vs."
Meet Dan, a loveable misanthrope who, along with his reluctant sidekick Chris, haphazardly seeks revenge against the frustrations of modern life that - whether in reality or in his imagination - conspire against him. Produced by Film Roman Inc. (a Starz Media Company) in association with The Hatchery, LLC.
"Family Game Night"
A live-action, original game show in which kids and adults play for points and prizes as teams. Within each hour-long episode, families play a variety of classic and enduring Hasbro games including CRANIUMTM, BOP-IT!TM and CONNECT4TM, challenging both contestants and viewers with strategy, creativity and pure luck. Produced by Hasbro Studios.
"Game of Life"
The live-action family game show "The Game of Life" will be presented in an entirely new way as each family team gets to spin the wheel and hop in the car for a one-of-a-kind journey through a larger-than-life virtual world. Hosted by comedian Frank Nicotero (co-host of "The Sharon Osbourne Show," "Street Smarts," and Yahoo! TV's "Primetime in No Time"). Produced by Hasbro Studios.
"G.I. Joe Renegades"
This action-packed animated series goes back to basics with the origins of G.I. JOE, the world's most elite fighting force, and their evil nemesis, the Cobra organization. Witness the emergence of the heroic G.I. JOE team as a cadre of highly trained specialists who are forced to band together to prevent the nefarious forces of Cobra from achieving global domination. Produced by Hasbro Studios.
"Hubworld"
A pop culture news magazine show that infuses what's happening in kid's worlds with what's happening on The Hub. "Hubworld" keeps viewers looped in on what they've missed and what's coming up - on TV, around the block or on the red carpet. This half-hour series, produced by Hasbro Studios in association with Natural 9 Entertainment, is hosted by actor-comedian-magician Justin Willman.
"Majors & Minors"
Twelve young performers develop their unique skills with top stars and industry pros who mentor them to stardom. This reality series for kids and their families nurtures talent and eliminates no one; one kid ultimately lands a record deal with RCA Records. Produced by The Boardwalk Entertainment Group in partnership with Sony Music's RCA Records and BMI.
"My Little Pony Friendship is Magic"
Twilight Sparkle, a unicorn pony with a talent for magic spells, discovers the most important magic of all -- friendship. Each episode follows Twilight and her new friends Applejack, Rarity, Fluttershy, Rainbow Dash and Pinkie Pie as they embark on wondrous adventures in the magical world of Equestria and learn what it means to be a true friend. Produced by Hasbro Studios.
"Pound Puppies"
In this series, the mission of a team of fearless dogs is to find homes for puppies in need. Their motto is "A pup for every person and a person for every pup." The Pound Puppies appear to be "average dogs" keeping the humans who are running Shelter 17 in the dark while helping "dog-kind" find loving families. Once you're a Pound Puppy, you're always a Pound Puppy. Produced by Hasbro Studios.
"R.L. Stine's The Haunting Hour: The Series"
This half-hour live-action children's anthology series is based on and inspired by the master of kid horror - R.L. Stine! Anthological storytelling returns to television in this series that embraces the thrill of the chill, the nervous page-turning giggle and the scream that only comes when someone - or something - touches your shoulder on a dark and stormy night. Produced by Haunting Hour Productions, Ltd.
"Scrabble Showdown"
The world's most popular word game comes to life in this new game show in which families use teamwork to solve a variety of word games and puzzles that test their speed, spelling and vocabulary for points and prizes. The live-action series is hosted by Justin Willman ("Hubworld," Food Network's "Cupcake Wars"). Produced by Hasbro Studios.
“Secret Millionaires Club”
A society of entrepreneurial teens helps both kids and adults solve problems and improve their lives by the application of financial advice, with their secret advisor, Warren Buffett.
"The Adventures of Chuck and Friends"
TONKA's Chuck the Truck and his incredible cast of friends will call The Hub home this fall in this delightfully fast-paced, song-filled, high-energy series for preschoolers. Every visitor to the truck stop where Chuck lives fuels his exciting fantasies, and he enlists his pals Digger, Boomer, Rowdy, Soku, Biggs and Handy to turn those fantasies into reality. Produced by Hasbro Studios.
"The Aquabats! Super Show!"
From the creator of "Yo Gabba Gabba" comes "The Aquabats! Super Show!" Battling evil with music and superhero powers uniike any seen before, The Aquabats invade their first-ever network television series! In a ridiculously fun experience for kids of all ages (including the legions of fans of this populat alternative rock band), The Aquabats embark on a never-ending quest to right wrongs, destroy boredom and seek justice for all. They're the greatest crime-fighting, kids rock band ever assembled! Introducing a new villian every week in an outrageous blend of live-action, crime-fighting spoofs with animation segments sprinkled throughout. "The Aquabats! Super Show!" is produced by FremantleMedia Enterprises and The Magic Store.
"Transformers Prime"
"Transformers Prime" The Transformers franchise sees the triumphant return of the Autobots characters to television in cutting edge computer-generated animation. The series both deepens the epic mythology of Autobots and Decepticons, while starting fresh for a new generation of viewers and future Transformers fans. With a bold and modern new look, Optimus Prime, Bumblebee and others are back to roll out against Megatron's latest plots to conquer Earth. The Autobots may be few against the Decepticons menace, but they find increased strength here on their home away from home via bonds they've forged with three human teenagers. Make no mistake, the Transformers series will deliver heavy metal action and nail-biting suspense -- but also promises to take human drama to levels as of yet unseen in the franchise. Produced by Hasbro Studios.
"Transformers Rescue Bots"
From the creators of "Transformers Prime" comes an all-new animated series following a group of Autobots charged by Optimus Prime himself with a mission to protect and learn about humans. Stationed on a technologically advanced island off the Eastern seaboard, the Transformers Rescue Bots - Heatwave, Boulder, Blades and Chase - team with a human family of first responders including a police chief, firefighter, rescue pilot and engineer to keep peace and safety in their newfund home. Alongside their new human friends, the Transformers Rescue Bots learn teamwork and heroism in a series that brings action, adventure, heart and humor to the TRANSFORMERS brand. Produced by Hasbro Studios.
HUB U.S. PREMIERE SERIES
"Adventure Camp"
Eight kids are given the experience of a lifetime as they become junior zookeepers at Sea World of Florida. The kids grow and encounter life-changing experiences while learning and interacting with fish, birds, marine mammals and themselves. Produced by Spectrum Field Productions, LLC for Discovery Channel. (Formerly on Discovery Kids)
"Animal Mechanicals"
An action/adventure series for preschoolers that combines the excitement of monster truck rallies with the fantastic world of mythical, transforming animals on cool quests. Produced by Halifax Film (a DHX Media Ltd. Company).
"Atomic Betty"
To her friends and family, she's the sweet and brainy girl next door, but when the galaxy beckons, she sheds her humdrum persona and becomes 'Atomic Betty, Galactic Guardian and Defender of the Cosmos.' Produced by Halifax Film (a DHX Media Ltd. Company).
"Batman"
The adventures of Batman and his ward, Robin, based upon the legendary comic book characters created by Bob Kane. Produced by 20th Century Fox Television and Greenway Productions Television.
"Batman Beyond"
"Batman Beyond" takes viewers into the world of Terry McGinnis, where the new millennium has dawned and Gotham City has embraced the future. Terry, mentored by Bruce Wayne, is presented with futuristic conflicts that require new levels of crime fighting. Produced by Warner Bros Television Network in association with DC Comics and Warner Bros Animation.
"Cosmic Quantum Ray"
Featuring the latest advances in CGI animation, this zany comedy-action-adventure series brings the strange, dark, freaky corners of the universe to the world of Earth teenager Robbie Shipton - a member of Team Quantum - an elite, eccentric team of intergalactic heroes that saves the Universe almost every day. Developed in partnership with world-renowned quantum physicist Dr. Mani Bhaumik, the series also helps make quantum physics more engaging for kids. Produced by Moonscoop Entertainment, Inc.
"Dennis and Gnasher"
This irreverent animated series from the U.K. comes to U.S. shores as The Hub introduces the mischievous Dennis and his sidekick dog Gnasher to a new generation of young viewers. Unexpected and always making up his own rules, Dennis and his pals make the most of their days in the village of Beanotown in this series which embraces the irrepressible energy and enthusiasm of childhood. Produced for Beano Productions by Red Kite Entertainment and Sticky Pictures Production.
"Deltora Quest"
This 52-episode anime series tells the saga of The Shadow Lord, an evil sorcerer who has taken over the kingdom of Deltora by destroying a magical object known as The Belt of Deltora. Throughout the course of the series, young warrior Lief, his mentor Barda and young Jasmine travel around the land of Deltora to return the seven gems to the belt and save the kingdom. Based on the successful children's book series written by Emily Rodda. Produced by Dentsu Inc.
"Dinsosapien"
What if dinosaurs were suddenly roaming the earth in an evolved state alongside humans? This compelling miniseries explores what could be the relationship between human, homosapiens, and these evolved dinosaurs, Dinosapiens. Produced by BBC Worldwide and Cambium Catalyst International with SEVEN24 Films. (Formerly on Discovery Kids)
"Doogie Howser, M.D."
In the modern classic television show that made young Neil Patrick Harris a star, a teen genius is catapulted into the very grownup world of emergency room medicine as he makes the rounds as a licensed MD while trying to figure out what it means to be a kid -making friends and just plain growing up. Produced by 20th Century Fox and Steven Bochco Productions.
"Endurance"
Endurance shows kids ages 12 to 15, succeeding at different physical, intellectual and strategic challenges in order to win an amazing travel prize. Contestants must estimate probabilities and beat the odds. Produced by 3 Ball (Formerly on Discovery Kids).
"Family Ties"
This highly successful comedy series follows a unique American family as their views on politics and life clash to give us humorous family moments. Produced by UBU Productions and Paramount Television.
"Family Movie Night"
Special presentations of popular and entertaining feature films with broad family appeal, intended to provide a destination for kids and their families to watch and enjoy television together.
"Fraggle Rock"
Travel through a hole in the baseboard of Doc's workshop to a world of underground caverns, grottos, lakes and streams and flora and fauna that is "Fraggle Rock," the wildly popular series from The Jim Henson Company. Home to enormous Gorgs, industrious Doozers and of course the Fraggles, the 18 inch colorful furry creatures who want nothing more than to dance their cares away, "Fraggle Rock" shows these inhabitants all learning how to get along in this beloved series that teaches themes of peace and friendship. Produced by The Jim Henson Company, Inc.
"G.I. Joe A Real American Hero"
In this popular animated series, viewers are reintroduced to the G.I. Saga, featuring the fearless G.I. Joe team working to combat Cobra, an evil organization bent on world domination. Around the world, battling on land, sea and air whenever there is trouble, G.I. Joe is there. Produced by Marvel Productions and Sunbow Productions.
"Grossology"
Who do you call when a crime's been committed of the grossest kind? You call in brother and sister team Abby and Ty Archer, special agents who report to the super secret government Department of Grossology! Produced by Nelvana Limited. (Formerly on Discovery Kids)
"Growing Up Creepie"
Creepie is different from other kids her age; she was taken in and raised by a family...of BUGS! Creepie is off to middle school where she'll need to learn to fit in with other human kids. Produced by Taffy Entertainment in association with DAG Entertainment, Sunwoo Entertainment, Telegael Toreanta and Discovery Kids. (Formerly on Discovery Kids)
"Happy Days"
This nostalgic comedy set in Milwaukee, Wisconsin focuses on the Cunninghams and their two kids, Richie and Joanie as they hang out at the local drive-in and explore love, friendship and growing up in the 1950s. Produced by Miller-Milkis-Boyett Productions and Henderson Productions.
"Honey I Shrunk the Kids: The TV Show"
Based on the 1989 film, Honey, I Shrunk the Kids, this TV series expands upon the original film's concept of a shrinking experiment gone wrong to include a myriad of experiments gone awry. Produced by Walt Disney Television.
"In the Night Garden"
Igglepiggle, Upsy Daisy and Makka Pakka prepare for the adventure of a lifetime when they arrive in the U.S. following their hugely successful UK run on the BBC. A live-action, modern interpretation of the classic nursery rhyme picture book, "In the Night Garden" has been translated into 19 languages and is popular with young audiences worldwide. Produced by Ragdoll Productions for Ragdoll Worldwide Ltd., a BBC Worldwide/Ragdoll joint venture.
“Jem and The Holograms”
The series follows Jerrica Benton, whose discovery of Synergy, a powerful computer companion, allows her to transform from co-owner of Starlight Music into rock star Jem. Teaming with her sister and best friends who form The Holograms, Jem sets out to make their musical dreams come true, even as she battles against the ruthless Eric Raymond and his musical protégés, The Misfits.
"Kenny the Shark"
Kenny is a shark who one day leaves the water to investigate life on land, including what is for dinner at the nearest pet shop. Kat, a precocious nine year-old girl discovers him at the store and it is "love at first sight." Produced by Phase Four Productions for Discovery Kids. (Formerly on Discovery Kids)
"Laverne & Shirley"
Set in the 1950's, "Laverne & Shirley" is a comedy series that revolves around the friendship of bright-eyed, naive Shirley Feeney (Cindy Williams) and the brassy, street-smart Laverne DeFazio (Penny Marshall). Produced by Miller-Milkis-Boyett Productions and Henderson Productions.
"Maryoku Yummy"
In the fantastical land of Nozomu, Maryoku and her Yummy friends nurture children's playful wishes until they come true in this series for pre-schoolers. Produced by American Greetings Properties and DQ Entertainment in association with Telegael Media.
"Meerkat Manor"
With film documentary footage and narration, the Emmy Award nominated "Meerkat Manor" tells the story of the Whiskers, one of more than a dozen families of meerkats in the Kalahari Desert being studied as part of the Kalahari Meerkat Project, a long-term field study into the ecological causes and evolutionary consequences of the cooperative nature of meerkats. Produced by Oxford Scientific Films.
"Men in Black"
Jay and Kay, the universe's most explosive crime-fighting and alien-wrangling agents, are back in this action-packed animated adventure series based on the smash hit motion pictures starring Tommy Lee Jones and Will Smith. Produced by Adelaide Productions, Inc. (A unit of Sony Pictures Television)
"Saddle Club"
The Saddle Club features stories and characters based on the internationally popular novels written by Bonnie Bryant, and contains the elements that made the novels and the first two series so popular: friendship and a love of horses. (Formerly on Discovery Kids)
"Scout's Safari"
Scout's Safari is an action-adventure series that centers around a thirteen-year old girl who has just left her Manhattan life for a Safari resort on the edge of an African jungle. (Formerly on Discovery Kids)
"Serious"
Imagine being away from your family, a normal bed, nice food, clean water, dry clothes and all your friends. That would be enough to drive anyone crazy, but these teams turn out to be real fighters. They combat hunger and homesickness to conquer some of the harshest conditions in the world. Follow eight teenagers for each trip (Jungle, Desert, Arctic, Amazon, Andes) as they set out for an eco-challenge that puts their minds and bodies to a serious test. (Formerly on Discovery Kids)
"Strange Days at Blake Holsey High"
Strange Days at Blake Holsey High is a series where science fiction meets science fact. Set in a seemingly normal high school, this coming-of-age drama/comedy takes sharp-witted, strong teen characters and challenges them with high-stakes adventures. (Formerly on Discovery Kids)
"Strawberry Shortcake's Berry Bitty Adventures"
Strawberry Shortcake has been an inspiration to little girls for the past 30 years. Now, 26 all new adventures in CGI animation will let girls join Strawberry and her friends in Berry Bitty City where there is no challenge too big for this high-spirited resourceful bunch. Produced by American Greetings Properties.
"The Future is Wild"
Imagine a world inhabited by elephantine squids, rabbit-sized snails, and ferocious wasps. Now imagine this world existing right outside your front door! This could very well be planet Earth millions of years from now... Produced by Nelvana Limited. (Formerly on Discovery Kids)
"The Super Hero Squad Show"
Marvel's greatest heros including Iron Man, Wolverine, Hulk, Thor, and Captain America unite to protect Super Hero City from some of the world's most infamous villains in an action-packed, humorous animated series aimed at young fans and their families.
"The Wonder Years"
This award-winning acclaimed series about growing up on the '60s and '70s returns with the hysterical, occasionally crushing, always heartfelt trials and tribulations of Kevin Arnold (Fred Savage) as the average American boy growing up with his friends. Along with sometimes girlfriend Winnie and best pal Paul, Kevin personifies what it means to be a kid in the timeless series that continues to inspire and entertain. Produced by The Black/Marlens Company and New World Television.
"The WotWots"
This pre-school series presents the delightful adventures of two soft, puppet-like aliens - a brother and sister - who come to explore planet Earth in their steam powered spaceship and land in a local zoo. Amazed by what they see, they scoot around in hover-chairs on a mission to discover all the exotic creatures that live there. From the creative minds at Richard Taylor's Academy Award-winning Weta Workshop, "The WotWots" is produced by Pukeko Pictures LLP.
"The Twisted Whiskers Show"
These stretched, squashed, pop-eyed pets are soon to be launched on an unsuspecting American public with brand new CGI entertainment! With hilarious characters that can warp even the most mundane of circumstances into something absurd, Twisted Whiskers is ready to give your world a massive case of the twists! Produced by American Greetings Properties, co-produced with DQ Entertainment Ltd. and Moonscoop.
"Time Wrap Trio"
Based on the best-selling children's book series by Jon Scieszka, "Time Warp Trio" brings history to life for kids of all ages and times. (Formerly on Discovery Kids)
"Timeblazers"
When it comes to figuring out how the modern-day world got to be the way it is, history has a couple of powerful secret weapons, Sam and Jen, two globe-trotting daredevil historians who literally spin through the ages to bring the past to life. These TimeBlazers show how castle moats became modern toilets; how ancient hieroglyphics led to text messaging; and how the whole concept of home security actually started with the cavemen. Produced by Coney-beare Stories, Inc. and CCI Entertainment in association with YTV and Discovery Kids. (Formerly on Discovery Kids)
"Trading Spaces: Boys vs. Girls"
Teams of 2 boys and 2 girls are given a two-day challenge of trading rooms with friends and redecorating them with skies-the-limit imaginations. With the help of a hip designer and carpenters, these kids put their friendship and creativity to the test. (Formerly on Discovery Kids)
"Transformers Generation 1"
The iconic '80s TV series, "Transformers - Generation 1," which launched the global Transformers entertainment franchise, introduces audiences to the Transformers, sentient robotic beings from Cybertron who crash land on Earth and are divided into two opposing factions, the Autobots and Decepticons. Produced by Marvel Productions and Sunbow Productions.
"Truth or Scare"
Hosted by Michelle Trachtenberg, Truth or Scare goes behind the scenes to explore haunted houses, mythical beasts, and ancient legends around the globe to tell the tales of believers and skeptics alike. It will leave you wondering, is this Truth or Scare? Produced by 44 Blur Productions, Inc. and Discovery Kids. (Formerly on Discovery Kids)
"Tutenstein"
Tutenstein is a half-hour, animated series that incorporates real Egyptian content into funny, sometimes scary, adventures as Tut learns life and leadership lessons-- the hard way. Produced by Porchlight Entertainment, Inc. for Discovery Kids. (Formerly on Discovery Kids)
"Where on Earth is Carmen San Diego?"
This series features world famous super-thief Carmen Sandiego, a former agent of the Acme Detective Agency who's gone bad. Carmen circles the globe stealing cultural and historical artifacts while trying to outwit teenage super-sleuths, Zack and Ivy. Produced by DIC Productions, L.P.
EXECUTIVES:
Margaret Loesch President and Chief Executive Officer
Donna Ebbs Senior Vice President, Programming
Mark J. Kern Senior Vice President, Communications
A JOINT VENTURE OF: Discovery Communications and Hasbro, Inc.
LAUNCH DATE: October 10, 2010 (10-10-10)
SUBSCRIBERS: More than 64 million