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Cartoon Coming to Beck Network

GBTV signs deal for animated series

By Rob Quinn, Newser Staff

Posted Nov 16, 2011 1:09 AM CST

(Newser) – Glenn Beck's Internet-only network GBTV, which already boasts a children's show, is getting an animated series. The network has signed a deal with production company Icebox to create a family-friendly cartoon series, according to the Hollywood Reporter. Icebox was founded in 1999 by a group of writers who worked on shows including the Simpsons and King of the Hill.

"Icebox is known for edgy, irreverent programming," Icebox's managing director said in a statement. "Many of our writers welcome the opportunity to create shows the whole family can watch. This venture lets us take a little break from shocking and offending our audience." The venture is still in the early planning stages, and Icebox creators haven't come up with a concept for the series yet.

Critics say Beck is already something of a cartoon. (AP Photo)

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