Leaked Trailer Reveals Scrapped Live-Action 'Powerpuff Girls' Series
The CW's canceled adaptation faced backlash for its adult-oriented tone and significant departure from the original animated series.
- A leaked trailer for the canceled live-action 'Powerpuff Girls' series showcases a darker, adult-oriented take on the beloved cartoon characters.
- The show, titled 'Powerpuff,' reimagined Blossom, Bubbles, and Buttercup as disillusioned adults grappling with their past as child superheroes.
- The CW initially ordered a pilot in 2021 but scrapped the project after negative feedback to a leaked script and creative challenges during development.
- The leaked footage, featuring Chloe Bennet, Dove Cameron, and Yana Perrault, has drawn widespread criticism online for its tone, dialogue, and production quality.
- Despite the backlash, some fans expressed curiosity about the series' potential as a campy, satirical exploration of the original concept.