Animation Central

Animation Central is an American basic cable network that regularly airs animated shows (hence the name). The channel was founded on June 27, 1995. The channel's programming is aimed at kids ages 7-18, and as of May 2018, is available to approximately 19 million pay television households (28.5% of households with at least one television set) in the United States. The channel is now aiming to launch blocks aiming at a preschool and older

demographic in 2018, with the sole intent of targeting all audiences.

1995–96: First years
Animation Central was launched on June 27, 1995 at 12:00 am, with the first episode of The Lab of Cartoons in 1979. The first original program to air on the network is It's Alexander!, which aired on March 8, 1996.

1997–99: Golden years
Around 1997-1999, Animation Central was at it's "golden age" according to fans.

In 1997, The Universe of Liam (1997–1998), Daniel & Zack (1997–2003), and The Delivery Guys (1997–2000) premiered on the network.

In 1998, Adam (1998–2002), and Making a Choice (1998–2001), premiered on the network.

And in 1999, Samantha's Show of Greatness (1999–present), and It's Not About Sports (1999–2003).

In 1999, The Animation Central Awards (1999–present) premiered on the network as a show for animated characters win awards.

2000–04: Changing years
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2005–12: Pre-Modern years
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2012–present: Modern years
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Programming
Main article: List of programs broadcast by Animation Central

Programming blocks

 * Animation Summer Party - A block that airs every June-August starting in 2011.
 * AnimationAdults - A block that airs adult programming since 2000.
 * AC Junior - A block that airs preschool programming since 2016.