Reboots and spinoffs continue to be in high demand as both broadcast and cable networks look for proven commodities to cut through the clutter amid increased competition. When the Tennysons are attacked by a villainous, dimension-hopping Omni-alien known only as Alien X, they soon meet a parallel universe version of Max who opens the door to hosting multiple Bens and Gwens, forming an alien hero army to combat this threat.

As you all know the newest instalment of the Ben 10 franchise, the Ben 10 reboot that started in 2016, has finished its 'fifth seasons' with the movie and three TV specials. With Tara Strong, Montse Hernandez, David Kaye, Daryl Sabara. Couldnt resist reworking the Ben 10 theme for the synopsis, too classic. The franchise has become a global brand with toys, video games and more generating an estimated $4.5 billion in global retail sales to date. Alien X-tinction: Directed by Henrique Jardim. “ Ben 10 has been an overwhelming success story across all media platforms, and we know kids around the world will be eager to see the reinvention of this beloved character.”īen 10 originally premiered in January 2006 and went on to spawn three animated series ( Ben 10 Alien Force, Ben 10: Ultimate Alien, Ben 10: Omniverse), one animated movie ( Ben 10: Secret of the Omnitrix), and two live-action movies ( Ben 10: Race Against Time, Ben 10: Alien Swarm). “We decided it was time to introduce Ben to a new generation of kids,” Cartoon Network chief content officer Rob Sorcher said Monday in a release announcing the series pickup. When Ben finds the mysterious Omnitrix, a world of alien superpowers opens up to him. The show kicks off with the adventures of Ben, his cousin Gwen and Grandpa Max as they travel the country during summer vacation. This allows Ben the ability to transform. The new show will re-introduce 10-year-old Ben Tennyson and feature new and fan-favorite aliens from the initial series. While on summer vacation with his Grandpa Max and Cousin Gwen, Ben Tennyson discovers an alien watch, the Omnitrix.