The iconic PBS children’s animated show “Arthur” is ending its run after 25 seasons. The cartoon, based on a book series by Marc Brown, has been on the air since 1996 - making it the longest running children’s animated series in the US. Screenwriter Katie Waugh first announced the news during an interview with “Finding DW'' podcast.
“Arthur” revolves around 8-year-old aardvark Arthur and his family and friends. The show has been lauded for teaching generations of kids aged 4-8 about inclusion, kindness, and empathy. It has won four Daytime Emmys for outstanding children’s animated program.
Executive producers Carol Greenwald said reruns of the show will continue to air on PBS Kids.
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