Crash Bandicoot Animated Series Reportedly in the Works at Netflix

According to a report from Kasey Moore at Whats On Netflix, Netflix is developing an animated series based on the Crash Bandicoot franchise, with WildBrain Studios best known for Sonic Prime reportedly handling production.

The project has yet to be officially confirmed by either Netflix or Activision Blizzard, but insiders suggest that development is already underway. If true, this would mark Crash’s first major leap into animation since the brief promotional shorts that accompanied the early PlayStation era.

For those who grew up with the Crash Bandicoot games, the idea of a full-fledged show feels long overdue. The series has always had a cartoonish energy zany villains, slapstick humour, and fast-paced action that naturally lends itself to animation. The question now is what tone Netflix and WildBrain will take. Will it lean toward a kid-friendly adventure similar to Sonic Prime, or will it aim for something that taps into the nostalgia of older fans who grew up battling Cortex on the original PlayStation?

At this stage, there’s no word on casting, release dates, or story direction. It’s also unclear whether the show will adapt events from the games or tell an original story set in Crash’s chaotic universe. Considering how Crash 4: It’s About Time wrapped up the series with a multiverse-style twist, the possibilities are wide open for creative storytelling.

If WildBrain is indeed involved, fans can expect high-energy animation and a colourful art style that stays true to the source material. The studio has experience bringing classic game characters to life with a mix of humour and heart, something that could suit Crash’s world perfectly.

Netflix has steadily been expanding its library of game-based adaptations from Castlevania and Cuphead to Sonic Prime and Cyberpunk: Edgerunners. The streamer clearly sees value in these nostalgic properties, especially as gaming continues to grow as a major entertainment pillar. A Crash Bandicoot series would fit neatly into that strategy while appealing to both kids and long-time fans.

Until there’s an official announcement, everything should be taken with a grain of salt. Still, the thought of hearing Crash’s trademark “Whoa!” echoing through a Netflix intro screen is enough to make any fan grin. Whether you first met the bandicoot on a chunky CRT back in 1996 or through the recent N. Sane Trilogy, it’s safe to say this is one comeback worth keeping an eye on.