The streaming landscape continues to shift, and for fans of classic animation, the news is decidedly bright. Starting today, March 1, 2026, a massive library of Cartoon Network and Warner Bros. Shows is now available to stream for free on Tubi, a move that comes as Warner Bros. Discovery navigates a period of acquisition uncertainty. The influx of content, including beloved series like Animaniacs, Powerpuff Girls, and Courage the Cowardly Dog, offers a new home to programs recently removed from HBO Max, providing viewers with a cost-effective way to revisit these childhood favorites.
The decision to bring these animated series to Tubi isn’t simply about offering content; it’s a strategic play by both companies. Warner Bros. Has been exploring various deals as it faces potential acquisition, and Tubi, owned by Fox, has emerged as a key partner. The move follows a previous agreement where Tubi picked up the rights to The Looney Tunes after they were dropped from HBO Max in early 2025, a decision that contributed to Tubi’s growing visibility. According to CNBC, Tubi logged more streaming minutes than both HBO Max and Peacock by the end of 2025.
A New Home for Fan Favorites
The list of shows now available on Tubi is extensive. Beyond the headliners, viewers can as well enjoy Teen Titans, The Batman, Ben 10 (2005), Pinky and the Brain, Justice League, Batman: The Brave and the Bold, Dexter’s Laboratory, Ed, Edd ‘n Eddy, Taz-Mania, Foster’s Home For Imaginary Friends, Codename: Kids Next Door, The Mask (Animated), and Yogi’s Gang. The full list of upcoming additions is available on Tubi’s website.
This influx of content addresses a significant frustration for animation fans. Over the past two years, many of these shows were removed from HBO Max, leaving viewers with limited options—primarily owning the series on DVD. The availability on Tubi, a free, ad-supported platform, provides a readily accessible alternative. As one user noted on X (formerly Twitter), “You can’t stream Courage the Cowardly Dog anywhere now.”
You can’t stream Courage the Cowardly Dog anywhere now. https://t.co/mhxhsYAIYZ pic.twitter.com/VlF4JgYK6j
— IGN (@IGN) August 6, 2025
Tubi’s Rise and the Shifting Streaming Landscape
Tubi launched in 2014 as a free, ad-supported streaming service and was acquired by Fox in 2020. The service has steadily gained traction, and recent reports indicate it’s become a significant player in the streaming wars. The Hollywood Reporter recently noted that Tubi was one of the most profitable arms under Fox Entertainment during the company’s most recent financial quarter.
This success is partly attributed to Tubi’s strategy of acquiring content that other streamers are discarding. By offering a diverse library, including these now-classic animated series, Tubi is appealing to a broad audience, particularly younger viewers. This approach has proven successful, allowing Tubi to carve out a unique niche in a crowded market.
Warner Bros. Discovery’s Uncertain Future
While Tubi benefits from this content partnership, the situation at Warner Bros. Discovery remains fluid. The company was initially poised to be acquired by Netflix in a deal valued at $82.7 billion, with Netflix outlining plans to continue theatrical releases for Warner Bros. Films. But, reports indicate that Warner Bros. Reopened negotiations, and Netflix has since reportedly walked away from the table, leaving Paramount as a potential suitor. This ongoing uncertainty leaves the future of HBO Max, and its content strategy, in question.
For now, animation fans can rejoice in the expanded availability of these beloved shows on Tubi. The move underscores the growing importance of free, ad-supported streaming services and highlights Tubi’s success in attracting viewers by offering a compelling library of content. The next development to watch will be the outcome of the Warner Bros. Discovery acquisition talks, which will likely shape the future of HBO Max and its programming.
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