The Christian Broadcasting Network (CBN) Launches "The First Christmas" Episode of Its Groundbreaking Animation Series, Superbook®

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Nov 29, 2011, 03:45 ET

VIRGINIA BEACH, Va., Nov. 29, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Just in time for the holidays, The Christian Broadcasting Network (CBN) is launching the newest episode from its groundbreaking animation series, Superbook: "The First Christmas."

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Based on CBN's classic cartoon, the new Superbook series features amazing Bible stories brought to life using state-of-the-art animation with the hopes of teaching the next generation about God's Word.

This experience is produced by an Emmy award-winning team of artists and storytellers whose credits include Mulan, The Lion King, and Beauty and the Beast.

"We are so excited to continue our mission through CBN's Superbook series that will help us reach a new generation with the message of Jesus Christ," said CBN CEO Gordon Robertson.

Trailer and for more info at: www.cbn.com/superbook/pk

History of Superbook

CBN launched the animation series Superbook in Japan in 1981, an adventure-fueled cartoon whose mission was to bring the Gospel to the Asian nation. It didn't take long for Japan's children to come to know Christ. In fact, Superbook became so popular that the Bible became Japan's best-selling book.

Since the first episode aired, more than a half-billion people have viewed Superbook. To date, Superbook's 104 episodes have been dubbed in 43 languages and broadcast in more than 100 countries.

CBN and a team of Emmy-winning artists and storytellers (whose credits include Mulan, The Lion King, and Beauty and the Beast) are collaborating to repurpose the series in CG animation, bringing the hope of God's Word to a new generation of children and families.

"The tremendous technology advances in animation have enhanced Superbook," said Robertson. "Animation is extremely popular around the world with children and adults, alike. CBN's new version of Superbook will be viewed and enjoyed by a new generation of viewers."

In addition to the series, the Superbook team has created a website—Superbook.TV. The website provides a fun and entertaining way for the entire family to learn the Bible. For example, kids can create their own avatars, play Bible-themed games, learn about God and His Word, listen to Superbook Radio, and even download a 30-day devotional. For parents, the website offers special resources, so they can assist their children in learning the Bible.

Superbook: "The First Christmas," tells the story of Superbook heroes Chris, Joy, and their robot Gizmo, who travel back in time to witness the birth of Jesus. Through their journey they discover the true meaning of Christmas.

"We are being as biblically accurate as possible with our new Superbook series," said Schafer. To ensure biblical accuracy, Bible scholars are consulted on every script and the series' writers include actual biblical dialogue in each episode.

For more information visit: www.cbn.com/superbook/pk

Related Links:

View Superbook Electronic Press Kit

Visit Superbook Website

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SOURCE The Christian Broadcasting Network (CBN)