If you grew up with the blue cat and his goldfish brother, the news that they’re back might feel like a time capsule opening. The revival, now called The Wonderfully Weird World of Gumball, landed in 2025 with a new voice cast and a fresh batch of episodes. For anyone wondering what changed — and why a certain character’s gender just became a talking point — this article pulls together the key dates, streaming details, and the representation shift that’s getting attention.

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Release date: 2025 ·
Creator: Ben Bocquelet ·
Streaming on: Disney+

Quick snapshot

1Confirmed facts
2What’s unclear
3Timeline signal
4What’s next
  • Season 2 international release on Feb 2, 2026 (PrimeTimer – TV news outlet)
  • Potential further seasons depend on viewership and Disney+ strategy (Wikipedia – community-edited encyclopedia)

Here is a quick reference of essential facts about the revival.

6 key facts at a glance
Fact Value
Show name The Wonderfully Weird World of Gumball
Creator Ben Bocquelet
Production company Hanna-Barbera Studios Europe
First episode date 2025
Number of seasons 1 (as of 2025)
Streaming platform Disney+ (via Hulu)

Is The Wonderfully Weird World of Gumball out yet?

The revival debuted in the United States on July 28, 2025 via Hulu, with international availability on Cartoon Network and HBO Max on October 6, 2025 (The Fandub Database – fan-run wiki). The title change to The Wonderfully Weird World of Gumball was formally announced on May 19, 2025 (Wikipedia – community-edited encyclopedia).

Where to watch The Wonderfully Weird World of Gumball

In the US, the show is available on Hulu, and Disney+ subscribers can access it through a Hulu bundle (PrimeTimer – TV news outlet). For viewers outside the US, the series launched on Cartoon Network and HBO Max on October 6, 2025 (same source). The revival is also expected to appear on other international streaming services as distribution deals roll out.

Episode count and release schedule

Season 1 consists of 10 episodes, released weekly on Hulu (Wikipedia – community-edited encyclopedia). Season 2 premiered in the US on December 22, 2025 with four episodes released simultaneously, and the remaining episodes are expected weekly (PrimeTimer – TV news outlet).

Bottom line: Hulu and Disney+ now carry the revival in the US, making it easy for subscribers to jump into Gumball’s new adventures. International fans caught up in October 2025, and season 2’s early release keeps momentum strong.

The pattern: The staggered release strategy ensures that US viewers get early access while international audiences wait for a coordinated rollout.

Is there any LGBTQ in The Amazing World of Gumball?

The revival introduces clearer LGBTQ representation than the original series ever did. Two characters in particular have drawn attention.

Is Gumball LGBTQ?

According to show details reported by fan communities, Gumball Watterson is portrayed as pansexual (The Amazing World of Gumball Wiki – fan community). While the original series occasionally hinted at fluid attraction, the revival makes it more explicit. In one episode, Gumball expresses romantic interest without regard to gender, which fans have interpreted as pansexual coding.

What is Leslie’s gender?

Leslie, a flower character, is described as non-binary on the show’s Fandom wiki (The Amazing World of Gumball Wiki – fan community). This detail was confirmed by the show’s writers in supplementary materials but hasn’t been explicitly stated in the episodes themselves. The representation aligns with the revival’s broader push toward inclusivity.

Why this matters

For a series that started in 2011 with mostly subtext, the revival’s direct LGBTQ nods — Gumball’s pansexuality and Leslie’s non-binary identity — give families a rare chance to see animated complexity that isn’t just allegory.

The implication: The creative team is using the revival to address what many fans felt was missing from the original. For parents and young viewers, the show now offers visible representation that earlier seasons only hinted at.

Bottom line: The revival makes LGBTQ representation explicit with Gumball’s pansexuality and Leslie’s non-binary identity, a shift from the original’s subtext.

Is The Wonderfully Weird World of Gumball getting a season 2?

Yes — season 2 premiered in the United States on December 22, 2025 (PrimeTimer – TV news outlet). International viewers will get season 2 on February 2, 2026 (same source). The early renewal suggests strong enough viewership to continue the revival.

Season 7 of The Amazing World of Gumball

The revival is often referred to as a de facto season 7, though it carries a distinct title and a largely new voice cast. The original series ended after six seasons in 2019, and the revival picks up with the same family but introduces new adventures and a modernized tone (PrimeTimer – TV news outlet).

Renewal status of revival

As of early 2026, only season 2 has been officially ordered. Wikipedia lists episodes 1–4 of season 2 with future release dates (Wikipedia – community-edited encyclopedia). A season 3 has not been announced, but given the rapid rollout, another pickup seems likely if streaming numbers hold.

Bottom line: Disney+ and Cartoon Network have already greenlit season 2, ensuring US viewers get more episodes in December 2025 and international audiences in February 2026. Further seasons depend on sustained viewership.

The implication: Early renewal signals confidence from Disney+ and Cartoon Network in the revival’s performance.

Why was Molly removed from Gumball?

Molly Collins, a background character from the original series, was notably absent from the revival. Her removal has been a topic of fan speculation.

Molly Collins character background

Molly first appeared in the original series as a classmate of Gumball. She is a pink blob-like character with a shy personality. Her last name “Collins” was revealed in a Formspring Q&A by writer James Lamont (The Amazing World of Gumball Wiki – fan community). She played a significant role in the episode “The Void,” where she was erased from reality due to being deemed “boring” by the show’s in-universe logic (same source).

Reasons for removal per Fandom wiki

The Fandom wiki states that Molly was “erased and sucked into the Void because she was considered ‘boring’.” This meta-commentary on character utility became a fan favorite explanation. However, the revival has not addressed her absence directly. No official explanation has been given, leaving room for speculation that the writers simply chose not to include her in the new cast (The Amazing World of Gumball Wiki – fan community).

The paradox

Molly was erased because she was boring — but her absence became one of the most discussed character decisions in the fandom. The writers turned a joke into a legacy.

The trade-off: By dropping Molly, the revival streamlined its cast but lost a character that had become an inside joke among longtime fans. For new viewers, the absence goes unnoticed. For veterans, it’s a quiet goodbye.

What is The Wonderfully Weird World of Gumball?

The series is a continuation of The Amazing World of Gumball, created by Ben Bocquelet (Wikipedia – community-edited encyclopedia). Produced by Hanna-Barbera Studios Europe, the revival keeps the original’s surreal humor and mixed-media animation style while updating the voice cast and storylines (PrimeTimer – TV news outlet).

Who created The Wonderfully Weird World of Gumball?

Ben Bocquelet, the French-British animator who originally conceived The Amazing World of Gumball, is credited as the creator of the revival. The series is produced at Hanna-Barbera Studios Europe, the Cartoon Network-owned studio behind the original show (Wikipedia – community-edited encyclopedia).

How does it differ from The Amazing World of Gumball?

The most noticeable change is the voice cast: Gumball is now voiced by Alkaio Thiele, Darwin by Hero Hunter, and Anais by Kinza Syed Khan (Wikipedia – community-edited encyclopedia). The original voice actors — including Logan Grove, Kwesi Boakye, and Kyla Rae Kowalewski — did not reprise their roles. The animation style remains a blend of 2D, 3D, and live-action elements, but the humor feels slightly more mature, with sharper social commentary.

The pattern: The revival is not a reboot but a continuation with a new coat of paint — same universe, same town, but a fresh perspective that reflects current cultural conversations.

Timeline

  • – The Amazing World of Gumball premieres on Cartoon Network (PrimeTimer – TV news outlet)
  • – Original series ends after 6 seasons (same source)
  • – Revival announced (Wikipedia – community-edited encyclopedia)
  • – The Wonderfully Weird World of Gumball premieres on Hulu in the US (The Fandub Database – fan-run wiki)
  • – International launch on Cartoon Network and HBO Max (same source)
  • – Season 2 premieres in the US (PrimeTimer – TV news outlet)
  • – Season 2 international release (same source)

The timeline shows a rapid production cycle: announcement to premiere within a year, and season 2 following just months later.

Clarity check: Confirmed vs. unclear

Confirmed facts

  • Release in 2025 (Wikipedia – community-edited encyclopedia)
  • Creator Ben Bocquelet (same source)
  • Streaming on Disney+ via Hulu (PrimeTimer – TV news outlet)
  • New voice cast for the Watterson children (Wikipedia – community-edited encyclopedia)

What’s unclear

  • Season 2 renewal beyond initial episodes (Wikipedia – community-edited encyclopedia)
  • Exact reason for Molly’s removal (The Amazing World of Gumball Wiki – fan community)
  • Full episode list for season 1 (The Fandub Database – fan-run wiki)
  • Whether original voice actors will return in future seasons (Wikipedia – community-edited encyclopedia)

What this means: While many details are confirmed, the lack of official word on season 2 beyond initial episodes and Molly’s removal leaves room for fan speculation.

Key voices on the revival

The revival is described as a continuation of The Amazing World of Gumball, which originally ran from 2011 to 2019.

PrimeTimer – TV news outlet

Molly Collins was erased and sucked into the Void because she was considered ‘boring.’

The Amazing World of Gumball Wiki – fan community

The Watterson children were recast: Gumball is voiced by Alkaio Thiele, Darwin by Hero Hunter, and Anais by Kinza Syed Khan.

Wikipedia – community-edited encyclopedia

The revival’s creators are clearly aware of what made the original beloved — and what needed to change. For longtime fans, the recasting and representation shifts may feel like a risk. For new viewers, the show is simply a wild, funny, and inclusive cartoon.

Additional sources

internationalbroadcasts.fandom.com, fandubdb.fandom.com, youtube.com, history.norwescon.org, barrycountyhistoryportal.org

Fans eager for more details can explore the revival of Gumball for a comprehensive overview of the series.

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Frequently asked questions

Is The Wonderfully Weird World of Gumball appropriate for children?

Yes. The show is rated TV-Y7, suitable for children aged 7 and older. It contains mild cartoon violence and some comedic situations that older kids can easily understand (Wikipedia – community-edited encyclopedia).

What age rating does the show have?

TV-Y7 (suitable for ages 7+). The original series had the same rating.

How many seasons of The Amazing World of Gumball are there?

The original series ran for 6 seasons (2011–2019) with a total of 240 episodes (PrimeTimer – TV news outlet).

Will the original voice actors return for the revival?

No. The Watterson children have been recast with new actors. Original voice actors Logan Grove, Kwesi Boakye, and Kyla Rae Kowalewski did not return (Wikipedia – community-edited encyclopedia).

Is The Wonderfully Weird World of Gumball a sequel or a reboot?

It is a continuation (sequel) set after the original series. It picks up with the same characters but with a new voice cast and updated storylines (PrimeTimer – TV news outlet).

What is the humor style of the show?

The show retains its signature mix of surreal visual gags, pop-culture parodies, and heartfelt family moments. The revival leans slightly more into character-driven comedy and inclusive themes (Wikipedia – community-edited encyclopedia).

Are there any crossovers with other shows?

No crossovers have been announced for the revival. The original series had a crossover with Unikitty! but none have carried over so far.

Bottom line: The revival gives families a modernized Gumball with explicit LGBTQ representation, and streaming subscribers can easily access it on Hulu or Disney+.

For the millions who grew up watching the blue cat’s antics, the choice is simple: stick with the new voice cast and see how the town of Elmore has evolved, or revisit the original six seasons for a nostalgia hit. Either way, the revival proves that Gumball’s weird world still has plenty of stories to tell.

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