Kirk Cameron announces kids TV series

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Known for the past few years for his wholesome book readings for kids in public libraries across America, actor, producer and author Kirk Cameron now has a new project he's announced on Monday morning, Feb. 19.

"Parents and grandparents are sickened and tired of their children being attacked by the woke wolves of Hollywood," Cameron said, ahead of the announcement.

"That’s why I’m continuing to work with Brave Books to dive further into the world of children’s entertainment."

Cameron and Brave are putting out an "innovative live-action children's TV show" called "Adventures with Iggy and Mr. Kirk," the team announced.

It will combine "the timeless moral teachings of 'Mr. Rogers' Neighborhood' with modern energy, hilarious dialogue, animated stories and surprise guest stars" – for "a captivating experience for children and parents alike," according to a press release.

"It’s not just time to take back our libraries and literature. It’s time to take back every area of culture that these animals have devoured."

He said, "Good families are looking for entertainment they can trust – stories that teach children biblically based moral values."

So "supporting ‘Adventures with Iggy and Mr. Kirk’ is another step forward in creating the culture we want for our future generations."

The series is expected to launch in August 2024.

Trent Talbot, CEO of Brave Books, said in a statement, "As parents, we have been forced to settle for mindless entertainment or just downright harmful content. It’s time we had a show for our children that not only sparked their imagination and engaged them, but also built their character and strengthened their worldview while doing so."

Talbot said, "'Adventures with Iggy and Mr. Kirk' is the right show at the right time and will be the most important children’s television show since ‘Mr. Roger’s Neighborhood.’"

The show will star Cameron as Mr. Kirk. Meanwhile, Iggy the Iguana will be puppeteered by John Kennedy, known for two decades of starring roles in shows like "Sesame Street" and "Muppets."

Actress Leigh-Allyn Baker will play the role of Creative Leigh, the press release also said.

Baker said in a statement, "Parents want wholesome, enriching content for their children. I find it sad that most of Hollywood is no longer interested in protecting the innocence of children but instead is willing to sacrifice them for the promotion of political, progressive propaganda that checks some boxes for their corporations."

She added, "I miss the days when the kids were off-limits with politics. ‘Adventures with Iggy and Mr. Kirk’ lets kids be kids! I’m excited to be part of a show that brings back the good ol’ days in a fun, modern way."

Cameron said the team created the new program "to fill a void in children's television," as the press released indicated.

"Christian parents today struggle to find quality content that reflects their values and captures the attention of modern-day kids. Our show aims to bridge that gap by providing entertainment that is both wholesome and engaging."

He also said via a phone interview, "I don't underestimate the potential" here. "It feels like we're just getting buried by Hollywood and its evil agenda to subvert parents and pollute the hearts and minds of children."

He added, "I know that people whose hearts are in the right place and who are working with all of their might to do what is right can often be the unexpected miracle that changes the game. And I've always believed that and want to be a part of that for my generation. That's why I'm partnering with Brave Books."

He continued, "We're not partnering with a big streaming studio or with Hollywood, because their money always has strings attached… We want to stay true to our core values, just like ‘The Chosen.’ They gathered their community and they made it themselves. And that's why it's been so remarkable."