The Sun Sets in Beach City When Cartoon Network's "Steven Universe" Embarks on Its Final Journey, Friday, March 6

The Sun Sets in Beach City When Cartoon Network's "Steven Universe" Embarks on Its Final Journey, Friday, March 6 New episodes will continue to debut every Friday, ending with a special four-part series finale on March 27 at 7:00/6:00c.

[via press release from Cartoon Network]

The Sun Sets in Beach City when Cartoon Network's "Steven Universe" Embarks on its Final Journey, Friday, March 6 Series Concludes with Heartfelt Four-Part Special, Friday, March 27 Cartoon Network's five-time Emmy-nominated Steven Universe is set to begin airing its final 10 episodes beginning Friday, March 6 at 7:00 p.m. (ET/PT). New episodes will continue to debut every Friday, ending with a special four-part series finale on March 27 at 7:00 p.m. (ET/PT). The final 10 episodes will roll out internationally later in the year. Steven Universe Future concludes as Steven is beginning to question his purpose as he runs out of Gems to help. Who is he if he's not saving the world? And what is this strange new power that's making him glow pink? Without other peoples' problems to solve, he'll have to finally face his own. "I'm so excited for the final episodes of Steven Universe Future to be out in the world, and so grateful to our audience for supporting our show for all these years. It has been an eye-opening experience to meet the community that has come together around the show: I have been so moved, and I have felt so seen. I have always been a firm believer in the power of cartoons, and these days it's undeniable: the friendships forged over this show, the artists inspired to draw, the families that watched together and saw each other in these characters, fill me with awe and renew my love of animation every day. Though our epilogue series is coming to a close, please trust that like us, these characters will always be growing, changing, and supporting each other. From the bottom of my heart, thank you so much for watching our show." -Rebecca Sugar, creator, Steven Universe "Steven Universe broke ground for young audiences with a rich representation of diverse and fully realized characters, unique original music, and for its use of empathy as a story driver. Cartoon Network Studios is immensely proud of Rebecca Sugar and of this series, which has changed lives. Along with millions of devoted fans around the world, we will always Believe in Steven." -Rob Sorcher, chief content officer for Cartoon Network The show was recently named a Common Sense Selection by Common Sense Media which recognizes outstanding age-appropriate, positive shows, with a lasting impact on society. Steven Universe also made history last year as the first animated series to be honored with a GLAAD Media Award for "Outstanding Kids & Family Programming," and received the 2019 Peabody Award, which highlighted the series' empathy and earnestness. To-date, Steven Universe Future has received 19.7M P2+ gross cross-platform episode views, including 13.4M views on linear (reflecting Live+7, premieres and replays) and 6.2M on non-linear (3.1M on VOD and 3.1M on the CN App). Leading up to the final episodes, CN Arcade will launch Steven Tag on March 2. The game will allow fans to chase down and tag other gems to turn them into Steven, as well as collect figures from other Steven Universe games to earn more points. Steven's universe will continue with the release of The Art of Steven Universe: The Movie on March 3, and will feature preliminary character designs. The book is designed by Ryan Sands (Frontier) in conjunction with Steven Universe creator, Rebecca Sugar. Steven Universe follows Steven, the "little brother" to a team of magical aliens - the Crystal Gems - who defended the planet Earth. Steven is the son of the Crystal Gems' late leader Rose Quartz and aging aspiring rockstar, Mr. Universe. He belongs everywhere and nowhere and has inherited his mother's Gem and her magical powers, but also his father's humanity and charm. Fans can catch up on Steven Universe on the CN App and VOD. (Source: CN Research Linear: Nielsen Live+7. All plays. Non-linear - VOD orders via comScore Rentrak, based on projection of Comcast orders. CN App (Mobile and Connected) video starts via Adobe Analytics, All data US only. Reflects the period 12.7.19-2.2.20.) A B O U T C A R T O O N N E T W O R K Cartoon Network is a division of WarnerMedia and the #1 global animated series network, offering the best in original content for kids and families with such hits as Ben 10, Craig of the Creek, Steven Universe, The Amazing World of Gumball, The Powerpuff Girls, and We Bare Bears. Seen in 187 countries, over 450 million homes and in 33 languages, Cartoon Network inspires the next generation of creators and innovators by engaging its audience at the intersection of creativity and technology. Its award-winning pro-social initiatives, Stop Bullying: Speak Up and CN Buddy Network are acknowledged and often used resources for kids and adults looking for tools that can assist in dealing with the ongoing issue of bullying. WarnerMedia is a leading media and entertainment company that creates and distributes premium and popular content from a diverse array of talented storytellers and journalists to global audiences through its consumer brands including: HBO, HBO Now, HBO Max, Warner Bros., TNT, TBS, truTV, CNN, DC, New Line, Cartoon Network, Adult Swim, Turner Classic Movies and others. Warner Media is part of AT&T Inc. (NYSE:T). A B O U T C A R T O O N N E T W O R K S T U D I O S Established in 2000, Cartoon Network Studios (CNS) is a global animation and interactive studio recognized for its innovative approaches to IP development and world-building. Fostering a creator-driven environment, CNS is home to hundreds of visual artists who have been a part of the studio's many critically acclaimed and groundbreaking animated series including Adventure Time, Ben 10,Craig of the Creek, Steven Universe, The Powerpuff Girls,and Victor and Valentino. CNS has also produced notable Adult Swim hits such as Primal, Samurai Jack, and Harvey Birdman, Attorney at Law. CNS has been honored with multiple awards and accolades including: Emmy, Peabody, GLAAD and Annie Awards. Internationally, the studio also garnered the BAFTA, Italy's prestigious Pulcinella Award and Annecy Festival's Cristal Award. Currently, CNS houses a VR lab, and produces an array of interactive formats and products for youth and young adult audiences around the world. As part of its ongoing efforts to discover unique and promising voices everywhere, the studio has a robust global Artist Program and has numerous partnerships, including Exceptional Minds, Black Women Animate and California Institute of the Arts.