Toonami is back?! On Adult Swim?! (EDIT - april fools joke)

[wataru]

Watching a Godzilla movie on TV is not the same as watching Dragonball Z, Reboot, G Gundam or whatever. Godzilla movies ARENT shown often. And Im sure TNT Monster Vision showed MORE then just Godzilla (right?).

[Blackout286]

Watching a Godzilla movie on TV is not the same as watching Dragonball Z, Reboot, G Gundam or whatever. Godzilla movies ARENT shown often. And Im sure TNT Monster Vision showed MORE then just Godzilla (right?).

Actually, they are the same. Or at least very similar. Godzilla movies aren't shown often, very true, but neither G Gundam, Gundam Wing, Reboot, Tenchi Muyo, Yu Yu Hakusho, Sailor Moon etc, are shown as well. In fact, they aren't shown at all, and the Godzilla films themselves at least are shown once in recent years on TV, even if its just the original most of the time. Unlike the listing given above. The only one with such luck is Dragon Ball Z Kai, but almost every fan I've encounter trashes that version and prefers any non-Kai version.(Yes, even with the knowledge that filler would be presented).

TNT Monster Vision showed more then just Godzilla, that is correct. However, I used it as a example since in structure, it is the same as Toonami. A programming block that has a host who showcased visual material based on a certain genre/subject on Television. A programming block that is a timeless piece, that has been a apart of people's lives, and is something that I have seen people want back (Even in recent years). It showed classic horror films like Dracula, or Wolfman, it showed Giant Japanese Monster films, and of course, Sci-Fi films/American Monster films like Tarantula or The Beast From 20,000 Fathoms. It displayed multiple forms of content, very much like Toonami.

[wataru]

My main problem is all these shows were already aired - ALOT when Toonami was. Now theyre going to put them on at night and edit them (youre not going to see nudity like in Tenchi Muyo! or gore like in Berzerk!).

Dragonball Z is on other channels but why all these Gundams? How about the NEW Gundams and not the old ones? There arent any new anime they can show that are uncut? How about new One Piece, Naruto?

[Hellspawn28]

I agree with Wataru, if they do show DBZ then it's going to to edited or they will only play the Ultimate Uncut episodes from 2005. If people really are nostalgic for shows from the 90's and early 00's then you are better off buying the DVD's. The Seasons Sets of DBZ are okay if you are just a casual fan but you are always better off buying the Dragon Boxes.

[DagarahX]

My main problem is all these shows were already aired - ALOT when Toonami was. Now theyre going to put them on at night and edit them (youre not going to see nudity like in Tenchi Muyo! or gore like in Berzerk!).

Dragonball Z is on other channels but why all these Gundams? How about the NEW Gundams and not the old ones? There arent any new anime they can show that are uncut? How about new One Piece, Naruto?

I really don't mind not being able to see any nudity in Tenchi Muyo to be honest, and of course some things will be edited, but from what I can tell, most of the Toonami fans don't really care about that kind of thing. Even when the campaign was only beginning, everyone knew that things weren't going to be completely displayed just like that for the shows.

Fans have given thought of mixing new anime with old to give it a fresh take. If you've missed the post Blackout had given, FUNimation is giving the fans the chance to do just that. And like he said, if you want a new show, then tweet them, and make sure that you have lots of back-up on that suggestion. Fans are asking for One-Piece, and for Naruto as well, but to some degree. No one wants the PTS Naruto series, they want Shippuden, but the deal with that is Disney XD held the rights for Shippuden. Of course, the show doesn't come on anymore on that channel, so the situation is up in the air. Can the rights be worked out and aired before the 26th? Or will there have to be a case about it?

The new One-piece isn't going to sail well, the horrible English dub of the younger One Piece series is as haunting and fresh as Dragon Ball Evolution when it arrived on set. Besides that, Adult Swim will most likely want to start from the very beginning of a series. So they'll need to show the old One Piece first before taking any swing at the newer version. Shippuden on Disney XD worked out fine since Cartoon Network had Naruto and finished the series before Toonami had been cancelled. So everyone mostly knew what was going on.

I agree with Wataru, if they do show DBZ then it's going to to edited or they will only play the Ultimate Uncut episodes from 2005. If people really are nostalgic for shows from the 90's and early 00's then you are better off buying the DVD's. The Seasons Sets of DBZ are okay if you are just a casual fan but you are always better off buying the Dragon Boxes.

Yeah, I don't think anyone's willing to spend any cash when the content is being presented to you for free. Especially when you know that people have better things and uses for their money in general.

[o.supreme]

The only lineup I ever cared for was the original 1995 (reruns of Voltron &Thundercats, as well as the Real Adventures of Jonny Quest) The first two I have on DVD, the latter, is slowly being offered throughy WB's MOD program (half the series is avialable now). As for Gundam, yeah I have pretty much everything Bandai USA offered. It would be nice to get something new, but Bandai USA isn't licensing any more Gundam series sad to say. So the new Toonami does nothing for me.

[wataru]

Shows that should be on are rare and news animes but Id be kosher with

Robotech
Outlaw Star
Big O
Tenchi Muyo!
Ranma 1/2
Mysterious Cities of Gold
Astro Boy (the new one that didnt get aired in the US, only Canada and Japan)
Voltron
ThunderCats (classic)
Masters of the Universe (classic)
She-Ra
GEM and the Holograms

Go old school.

[UltramanGoji]

^ There's no point in having Gem on Toonami if its already on the Hub. But I agree with Voltron.

[wataru]

^ There's no point in having Gem on Toonami if its already on the Hub. But I agree with Voltron.

Not everyone gets The Hub. It's not a basic cable channel.

[UltramanGoji]

^ There's no point in having Gem on Toonami if its already on the Hub. But I agree with Voltron.

Not everyone gets The Hub. It's not a basic cable channel.

I know that. But it still is very unlikely to happen.

[Mothra Freak]

^ There's no point in having Gem on Toonami if its already on the Hub. But I agree with Voltron.

Not everyone gets The Hub. It's not a basic cable channel.

Not everyone gets Nicktoons, but I still doubt Toonami will have Dragon Ball anything.

I'm hoping for Rurouni Kenshin, myself. And some Zoids.

[mecha-gino]

The Seasons Sets of DBZ are okay if you are just a casual fan but you are always better off buying the Dragon Boxes.

And I will never get this because all the dragon box sets are SLIGHTY better video quality, SLIGHTLY better audio, a SLIGHTLY better aspect ratio, and PROBABLY SLIGHTLY better quality of the footage with little film grain. I never got why that makes it Better because you know it's SLIGHTLY better and adds NOTHING NEW TO IT! I hate people acting like snobs, not towards you, about those sets saying they're God's gift to DBZ.

What!? They added the recaps and episode previews to them!? Daaaaamn it's totally worth sinking 50 bucks for something I already have but is SLIGHTLY better and adds those OH SO important recaps and episode previews!

It's just plain dumb to act that way because they offer NOTHING new, la sigh. Chances are it's just better to buy the orange bricks because they are cheaper and you're not losing anything really. The aspect ratio is not really a problem as you lose NOTHING, the video quality is pretty good and watchable, and the audio is good too. Course I think the dragon box has less sets but still there's really no difference to act like a snob and say the orange bricks are crap.

[Mothra Freak]

No, dude, as someone who's seen both, I can say that the Boxes have a very superior picture quality. Especially when it comes to the earlier sets (like Season Two- ugghhh).

[Inferno Rodan]

OH SHIT

OHSHITOHSHITOHSHIT

Toonami is actually coming back...

I... I don't know what to say. I'm seriously getting a bit choked up.

Though our armor has rusted, with a faded shine, we've still managed to stick together. We've managed to "Stay Gold." #ToonamisBackBitches

This statement is beautiful.

[ゴジラ]

OH SHIT

OHSHITOHSHITOHSHIT

Toonami is actually coming back...

I... I don't know what to say. I'm seriously getting a bit choked up.

Though our armor has rusted, with a faded shine, we've still managed to stick together. We've managed to "Stay Gold." #ToonamisBackBitches

This statement is beautiful.

Well, you don't have to say anything....Just tune in on the 26th and enjoy it. Its what T.O.M would have wanted


Oh and,



So for those wondering or interested about the real schedule, well, you'll have to wait. This proves once again, that the listing TV guide provided is a assumption/place holder since Adult Swim has not truly set things in stone yet.

And of course,

[DagarahX]

Ah, you caught the fish on the hook first Gojira, none the less, great catch though. If you don't mind I'll expand on what you posted then.

Anyone who's interested, in relation to Gojira's latest post, here's the expansion of it:

Toonami's New Schedule to Be Kept Secret Until May 26

Jason DeMarco, former Toonami producer and recently promoted vice president of strategic marketing and promotions for Cartoon Network and Adult Swim, revealed via his Twitter account on Thursday that the revived Toonami block's schedule will remain a secret until its airing on May 26. ANN previously posted TV Guide's listing for Toonami's programming block, but DeMarco responded via Twitter, "That is NOT the lineup. But to be clear, I don't think that's a bad lineup."

The TV Guide listing included Cowboy Bebop, Bleach, Fullmetal Alchemist and Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood, Durarara!!, FLCL, and Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex 2nd GIG.

http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2012-05-18/toonami-new-schedule-to-be-kept-secret-until-may-26

As officially proven and stated once more, the listing that TV Guide had given is just a place-holder. Its not the real line-up, so those of you who were worried about that can rest assured in that particular area.

[Hellspawn28]

And I will never get this because all the dragon box sets are SLIGHTY better video quality, SLIGHTLY better audio, a SLIGHTLY better aspect ratio, and PROBABLY SLIGHTLY better quality of the footage with little film grain.

Um no dude, the Dragon Boxes are much better looking it's not even funny. Here are some examples (Credit to MetalMario from the Kanzenshuu forums).

Season Sets


DB Boxes


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And oh yeah the Season Sets have a lot of film grain. It's not that hard to noticed.






The Season Sets are pretty bad. Unless you are just someone who wants to watch the series again for the first time then you are better off getting the boxes.

Wasn't the Midnight Run of Toonami uncut?

I don't remember since it been so long. I'm pretty sure they are likely just play the edited episodes unless it's from the ultimate uncut run from 2005.

[Bret]

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Toonami#Midnight_Run

AH! They ran the uncut version of Gundam Wing.

[mecha-gino]

K. The season sets are still pretty watchable even if "the video quality is crap" which I find to be bull and really they could be A LOT WORSE.

And you can't blame me for judging like that after seeing this image comparison on dragon ball wiki


And from what I'm told Funi wanted to do the dragon box set originally but toei was like no and wanted it to be Japan only.

Like I said before, saying the bricks are bad is dumb. It's still pretty watchable and looks good for the most part.

[Mothra Freak]

K. The season sets are still pretty watchable even if "the video quality is crap" which I find to be bull and really they could be A LOT WORSE.

And you can't blame me for judging like that after seeing this image comparison on dragon ball wiki
*snip*

And from what I'm told Funi wanted to do the dragon box set originally but toei was like no and wanted it to be Japan only.

Like I said before, saying the bricks are bad is dumb. It's still pretty watchable and looks good for the most part.

Never EVER trust the Dragon Ball wiki. It's one of the worst fanwikis out there.

Yes, the bricks are poor quality. I noticed it myself before ever hearing of the problems people had with them, and the cropping is ridiculous.

For me, however, the perfect release was the Bluray line, which was, unfortunately, canceled.

And just because something could be worse doesn't mean it isn't bad. Just look at Godzilla 1985.