Tata Play Launches “Cartoon Network Forever” 24*7 Kids service Channel at Just ₹2/Day

New 24×7 ad-free kids’ entertainment channel now available on Channel 653 and Tata Play mobile app.

In a move set to delight millennials and Gen Z alike, Tata Play, India’s leading content distribution and pay-TV platform, has unveiled Cartoon Network Forever, an ad-free service dedicated to resurrecting the golden era of animated entertainment. Partnering with Warner Bros. Discovery, this 24/7 channel brings back beloved Cartoon Network classics in both English and Hindi, offering a seamless blend of nostalgia and family-friendly viewing. Priced affordably at just Rs 2 per day on Tata Play’s television platform, the service is also accessible via the Tata Play Mobile App for on-the-go streaming, making it easier than ever to relive childhood favorites.

The launch taps into the enduring appeal of 90s and early 2000s animation, featuring an impressive lineup of iconic shows. Viewers can dive into timeless adventures with “Tom & Jerry,” “Scooby-Doo,” “Baby Looney Tunes,” “Dexter’s Laboratory,” “The Powerpuff Girls Classic,” “Ed, Edd n Eddy,” and “Codename: Kids Next Door.” For superhero fans, the service includes DC animated gems like “Batman,” “Superman,” “Justice League,” and “Green Lantern,” alongside other hits such as “Samurai Jack.” This curated collection not only caters to adults seeking a trip down memory lane but also introduces younger audiences to the whimsical worlds that defined a generation.

Pallavi Puri, Chief Commercial and Content Officer at Tata Play, said :-

“The return of Cartoon Network’s iconic characters strengthens our value-added service offering, giving our viewers a richer tapestry of content to choose from. Whether it’s the nostalgia of reliving your favourite shows or introducing them to a new generation, Cartoon Network Forever offers something special for every household.”

Arjun Nohwar, Managing Director, South Asia, Warner Bros. Discovery, echoed the sentiment, highlighting the emotional resonance of these properties:

“At Warner Bros. Discovery, our endeavor is to bring fans closer to their beloved characters. Cartoon Network Forever is a new destination for everyone to rediscover the iconic Cartoon Network IPs and relive the sheer joy of childhood memories. While there’s a nostalgic delight for those who grew up with the world and explorations of ‘Tom & Jerry,’ ‘Samurai Jack,’ and ‘The Powerpuff Girls,’ this is truly about making the magic of Cartoon Network timeless, accessible, and ready to be experienced by all.”

This isn’t Warner Bros. Discovery’s first attempt at reviving classic cartoon nostalgia on Indian television. Back in 2017, the company experimented with Toonami, initially launched as an action-adventure channel but later rebranded to focus on retro Cartoon Network shows under the tagline “Some Toons Live Forever.” Around the same time, Cartoon Network also introduced a late-night block titled “Get Tooned with Toonami”, bringing favorites from the vault back to TV. However, despite the nostalgic intent, the revamped Toonami failed to gain favorable TRPs and ultimately shut down in 2018.

More recently, in December 2024, Warner Bros. Discovery collaborated with Amazon’s Prime Video to launch CN Rewind, a digital add-on channel offering a curated treasure trove of classics such as “The Powerpuff Girls,” “Tom & Jerry,” “Scooby-Doo,” “Johnny Bravo,” “Looney Tunes,” “Dexter’s Laboratory,” “Samurai Jack,” and “Ed, Edd n Eddy,” in both Hindi and English. Priced at an introductory rate of Rs 199 per year (renewable at Rs 249), it aimed to bridge generational gaps by allowing fans to stream these episodes on demand.

📺 What’s on Cartoon Network Forever (Tata Play)?

Cartoon Network Forever on Tata Play features a curated mix of beloved Cartoon Network and Warner Bros. classics, available ad-free in both English and Hindi:

• Dexter’s Laboratory (1996–2003)

• The Powerpuff Girls (1998–2005)

• Be Cool, Scooby-Doo! (2015–2018)

• The Tom & Jerry Show ( 2014 )

• Scooby-Doo and Scrappy-Doo (1979–1982)


More Shows soon Joining the lineupnsuring both nostalgia for older fans and fresh entertainment for younger viewers.


▶️ What’s on CN Rewind (Prime Video India)?

CN Rewind, launched in December 2024 as an Amazon Prime Video add-on, offers a vast on-demand library of shows, specials, and movies. All are available in English and Hindi.


• The Powerpuff Girls (2016–2017) – 2 Seasons

• The Looney Tunes Show (2011–2013) – 2 Seasons

• ThunderCats (2011–2012) – 1 Season

• What’s New, Scooby-Doo? (2002–2006) – 3 Seasons

• Scooby-Doo! Mystery Incorporated (2010–2013) – 2 Seasons

• Dexter’s Laboratory (1996–2003) – 4 Seasons

• Ed, Edd n Eddy (1999–2008) – 6 Seasons

• The Sylvester & Tweety Mysteries (1995–2002) – 5 Seasons

• The Tom and Jerry Show (2014–2021) – 5 Seasons

• Baby Looney Tunes (2002–2005) – 2 Seasons

• Tom and Jerry Tales (2006–2008) – 2 Seasons

• Johnny Bravo (1995–2004) – 5 Seasons

• Samurai Jack (2001–2004) – 4 Seasons

• The Powerpuff Girls (1998–2005) – 6 Seasons

• Be Cool, Scooby-Doo! (2015–2018) – 2 Seasons

• Shaggy & Scooby-Doo Get a Clue! (2006–2008) – 2 Seasons

• Scooby-Doo and Guess Who? (2019–2021) – 2 Seasons

• Scooby-Doo and Scrappy-Doo (1979–1982) – 5 Seasons

• Courage the Cowardly Dog (1999–2002) – 4 Seasons

• A Pup Named Scooby-Doo (1988–1991) – 4 Seasons

• Taz-Mania (1991–1995) – 4 Seasons

• Scooby-Doo, Where Are You! (1969–1978) – 2 Seasons

• Duck Dodgers (2005) – 3 Seasons

• Codename: Kids Next Door (2002–2008) – 6 Seasons


TV Specials

• What’s New Scooby-Doo? Holiday Special (2003)

• The Powerpuff Girls Rule!!! (2008)

• Dexter’s Laboratory: Ego Trip (1999)

• Scooby-Doo! Spooky Games (2012)

• Johnny Bravo Goes to Bollywood (2011)


Scooby Doo Movies

• Scooby-Doo on Zombie Island (1998)

• Scooby-Doo and the Witch’s Ghost (1999)

• Scooby-Doo and the Alien Invaders (2000)

• Scooby-Doo and the Cyber Chase (2001)

• Scooby-Doo! and the Legend of the Vampire (2003)

• Scooby-Doo! and the Monster of Mexico (2003)

• Scooby-Doo! and the Loch Ness Monster (2004)

• Scooby-Doo! in Where’s My Mummy? (2005)

• Scooby-Doo! Pirates Ahoy! (2006)

• Scooby-Doo! and the Goblin King (2008)

• Scooby-Doo! and the Samurai Sword (2009)

• Scooby-Doo! Abracadabra-Doo (2010)

• Scooby-Doo! Camp Scare (2010)

• Scooby-Doo! Legend of the Phantosaur (2011)

• Scooby-Doo! Music of the Vampire (2012)

• Scooby-Doo! Mask of the Blue Falcon (2013)

• Scooby-Doo! Stage Fright (2013)

• Scooby-Doo! WrestleMania Mystery (2014)

• Scooby-Doo! Frankencreepy (2014)

• Scooby-Doo! Moon Monster Madness (2015)

• Scooby-Doo! and Kiss: Rock and Roll Mystery (2015)

• Scooby-Doo! Haunted Hollywood (2016)

• Scooby-Doo! Shaggy’s Showdown (2017)

• Scooby-Doo! & Batman: The Brave and the Bold (2018)

The success of such digital initiatives, combined with lessons from earlier attempts like Toonami, underscores the growing demand for retro content in India’s entertainment landscape. Exclusive to Tata Play, Cartoon Network Forever bolsters the platform’s portfolio of over 50 value-added services across entertainment, kids, learning, regional, and devotional genres, positioning it as a go-to hub for curated, high-quality programming.

Meanwhile, fans of 90s DC animated series – a staple of the era’s superhero animation boom – can find these gems scattered across various streaming platforms in India. On the newly merged JioHotstar, select DC titles like superman the animated series , Green Lantern The Animated series, Justice league Unlimited and Teen Titans Go! movie are available, alongside live-action DC Universe films thanks to JioCinema’s pre-merger Warner Bros. content library. Netflix offers a robust selection of DC animated classics, including episodes and movies from Batman: The Animated Series, Young Justice and Justice League often bundled in collections for binge-watching.

As streaming wars intensify and nostalgia becomes a key driver for content consumption, Tata Play’s Cartoon Network Forever stands out as a heartfelt tribute to animation’s past, promising to keep these characters alive for future generations. Whether you’re a parent sharing “Scooby-Doo” mysteries with your kids or an adult unwinding with “Powerpuff Girls” antics, this service is a welcome addition to India’s vibrant entertainment ecosystem.