Celebrity Deathmatch

• • Celebrity Deathmatch: A Summary**

• • Origin and Initial Run:**

Celebrity Deathmatch, an animated series featuring violent battles between celebrities, was created by Eric Fogel. It debuted in 1997 as a short on MTV's Cartoon Sushi before becoming a full series in 1998. The show ran successfully until its cancellation in 2002 after four seasons.

• • 2006 Revival:**

The series was revived in 2006 with new voice actors and a different visual style. However, this revival was met with disappointment from fans due to Eric Fogel's reduced involvement, leading to its second cancellation.

• • Production and Music:**

During its original run, the show gained acclaim, with Marilyn Manson contributing the Grammy-nominated song "Astonishing Panorama of the Endtimes." The series also faced production changes, notably replacing Mills Lane with Chris Edgerly in 2006 due to health issues.

• • Other Media Ventures:**

A video game based on the series was released in 2003 for PlayStation, Xbox, and Windows. Reruns aired on UPN and Spike TV (now Paramount Network).

• • Failed Reboots:**

Attempts to reboot the show in 2015 and 2018, including a collaboration with Ice Cube, were unsuccessful. These projects were reportedly canceled amidst corporate restructuring.

Celebrity Deathmatch remains a cult classic, remembered for its satirical take on celebrity culture and society's fascination with violence.