HBO MAX Removes POWERPUFF GIRLS as More Cartoon Network Offerings Leave Platform

Initially, HBO Max (previously known as Max and initially as HBO Max) aimed to serve as a streaming platform for Cartoon Network series. Last year, the closure of the iconic website CartoonNetwork.com left fans unable to watch full episodes of beloved shows like Teen Titans GO!, Adventure Time, Steven Universe, and more. Instead, viewers are now directed to HBO Max to catch their favorite Cartoon Network programs. However, it appears that the reality of watching CN offerings on HBO Max is becoming increasingly questionable. For instance, shows such as Teen Titans, Teen Titans Go!, The Flintstones, and Scooby Doo! have been taken off the platform. Most recently, a significant show from Cartoon Network, Powerpuff Girls, was removed from HBO Max on May 26.

It’s exciting news that Powerpuff Girls is coming back to TV screens during Saturday mornings. However, viewers who want to watch it anytime they wish may have to wait and find out where the series will eventually be available. As of now, HBO Max held the rights to stream Powerpuff Girls, but it appears they didn’t renew the popular animated series past May 27. It seems that HBO Max is taking a closer look at the shows on its platform and focusing more on high-end productions meant for older audiences.

Frankly speaking, we’ve consistently believed that this was the appropriate direction for the streamer. However, it seems that streaming Powerpuff Girls might clash with HBO Max’s original mission. Interestingly, HBO Max has recently made several shifts that contradict their initial goals. As a result, they’ve amassed a variety of popular series, some of which are now entangled in the chaos caused by these changes. Fortunately, many shows have found new platforms like Tubi or similar ones. Notably, Netflix recently saved Sesame Street. However, there’s still a lingering bitter taste due to these transitions.

People who miss Cartoon Network and cherish the animated shows available on HBO Max should brace themselves for more than just the Powerpuff Girls being removed. In fact, there’s a long list of licenses set to expire on HBO Max (as reported by Comicbook.com). It’s likely that many other animated series will follow suit, as we’ve previously mentioned. Here’s the complete rundown below for your reference.

  • The Sylvester & Tweety Mysteries – April 1
  • Baby Looney Tunes – June 1
  • New Looney Tunes – June 1
  • Tom And Jerry Tales – April 1
  • Tom And Jerry – May 1
  • The Tom And Jerry Show – July 1
  • Jonny Quest – April 1
  • The New Scooby-Doo Mysteries – April 1
  • A Pup Named Scooby Doo – April 1
  • Yogi Bear – May 1
  • The Flintstones – May 1
  • The Jetsons – May 1
  • The Smurfs – May 1
  • Scooby-Doo And Scrappy-Doo – May 1
  • Be Cool, Scooby Doo – May 1
  • Scooby-Doo And Guess Who – May 1
  • The New Scooby-Doo Movies – June 1
  • Scooby-Doo, Mystery Incorporated – June 1
  • What’s New Scooby-Doo – August 1
  • Scooby-Doo, Where Are You! – September 1
  • The Scooby-Doo Show – September 1
  • Apple & Onion – February 11
  • The Powerpuff Girls – May 27
  • Courage The Cowardly Dog – August 1
  • Adventure Time – October 1
  • Squidbillies – January 11
  • Robot Chicken – May 10
  • Home Movies – May 27
  • Aqua Teen Hunger Force (Seasons 1-11) – May 27
  • Samurai Jack – May 27
  • Harvey Birdman – August 31
  • Moral Orel – August 31
  • Black Dynamite – August 31
  • Sealab 2021 – September 1
  • The Brak Show – September 1
  • Superjail – September 1

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2025-05-27 21:03