This new generation of bears also introduced new characters, new adventures, and new challenges for the Care Bears. Baby Hugs A revival TV series, Care Bears: Welcome to Care-a-Lot, premiered on The Hub on June 2, 2012 for one season. A continuation with the same characters, Care Bears and Cousins, was commissioned by Netflix and premiered in 2015. That year, toy company Just Play debuted a range of Care Bears toys (plush, figurines, and blind bag collectibles) based on the series. Walt Disney Animation Studios (November 10, 2023). "Disney's Wish | Writing & Recording "I'm A Star" ". YouTube . Retrieved November 10, 2023.

In Animal Crossing: New Horizons, An item called the Dreamy Bear Toy can be obtained and customized in 6 different colors. One of them (The green variant) resembles Wish Bear. Some elements of the Care Bears franchise pay homage to the legend of King Arthur. For example, the name of the main characters' residence, Care-a-Lot, is a play on King Arthur's legendary Camelot castle. The Care Bear Family sits around a heart-shaped table, similar to the Round Table used by Arthur and his knights. In addition, Sir Lancelot's name inspired that of Love-a-Lot Bear. [4] Netflix reviving Care Bears with new series set for 2016". Entertainment Weekly. October 13, 2014. Archived from the original on May 9, 2015 . Retrieved April 29, 2015. When the rest of the bears arrive, they become privy to Funnybone's plan and try to help Funshine. After foiling his plot to steal the scepter at the "Laff-Fest", the villain reveals his real name is Basil Ratbone, from the No Fun Atoll, and admits that he only wanted the jewels so he could introduce the concept of "fun" to the rest of his friends. After revealing that Funshine isn't the destined king, they relinquish their title to Gig the pig, who becomes a princess. In the 2012 series, Welcome to Care-a-Lot, Funshine spends their time playing games or going for a splash. They especially enjoy hang-gliding. The only thing that gets them down is when there is no one around for them to play with, as they highly value spending time with others.

Here comes fun!" Everyone loves Funshine Bear! This happy and energetic bear knows how to have fun, and can turn anything into a game. Funshine treats everyone like a close friend and loves kidding around. Funshine's favorite things are his sunny belly badge and his trusty red baseball cap. Fuster, Jeremy (June 19, 2023). " The Flash and Elemental Flops Send Red Alerts for 2 of Hollywood's Biggest Box Office Brands | Analysis". TheWrap . Retrieved July 19, 2023. Whether teaching them the game’s rules or helping them out of a tough spot, Champ Bear will lend a hand and lead the team to victory.

Funshine's belly badge appears to be emotive at some times. In Oopsy Does It! for instance, when the bears fall asleep, the smile in Funshine's belly badge falls asleep as well. Storytime Has Never Been So Magical! Play Along Introduces Care Bears Share-a-Story to Encourage the Love of Reading" (Press release). Deerfield Beach, Florida: Play Along Toys. July 6, 2005. Archived from the original on September 27, 2007 . Retrieved August 19, 2007. The Hub (March 1, 2012). "The Hub Television Network Unveils 2012-'13 Program Slate With Four New Original Series Joining Eight Returning Original Series". MarketWatch (Press release). Archived from the original on April 18, 2012 . Retrieved April 17, 2012. Beginning with the early 2000's franchise re-launch, Funshine was given a more outgoing, athletic personality, but still retains the overall fun-loving spirit of the original. This thrill-seeking bear lives to seize each day, whether through extreme sports or games, and can't stand being cooped up for even a moment. In the Adventures in Care-a-Lot series, they are depicted wearing a red baseball cap as well as a masculine voice. In this series, they lost their specialty for telling jokes, and instead focus whole-heartedly on having fun.In Dare Bears, Funshine later develops a rivalry with Tenderheart Bear on two separate occasions. First, after trying Grumpy's new bouncy boots invention, the two try to out-dare each other to do progressively more dangerous things, with one unwilling to concede to the other that they're scared. Like the previous eras, Funshine is one of the "Core Six" along with Tenderheart, Cheer, Share, Grumpy, and Harmony. This era changes Funshine to look similar to their original 2002 look, but their belly badge is changed slightly to have twice as many rays, slightly larger eyes and cheeks, and the mouth is open and full instead of sideways. There is also twice as many rays. Wish' borrows from Disney's greatest hits. But some of the songs feel like new classics". The Arizona Republic . Retrieved November 20, 2023.

Harvey Guillén as Gabo, a boy who is cynical but has a heart of gold. He was inspired by Grumpy from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. [11] [14] Chapman, Wilson (September 10, 2022). "Ariana DeBose to Star in Disney's Wish, with Songs by Julia Michaels". Variety. Archived from the original on September 10, 2022 . Retrieved September 10, 2022. In Bubbles, after foregoing sleep one night to stay up and play, Funshine comes down with a case of "the bubbles" and begins to uncontrollably hiccup while spewing bubbles from their mouth and floating around. Unfortunately the treatment is rest and quiet, something Funshine positively can't stand. It’s safe to say that the Care Bears family is ever-growing and evolving, capturing the hearts of new generations of fans along the way. The Original Care Bears Chris Pine as King Magnifico, the king of Rosas who is the sole keeper of peoples' wishes. Writer Allison Moore says his motivations are not honorable, stating that "Magnifico seems to think wishes are just ideas. But they are a part of your heart—the very best part of your heart! Yet he's holding them inside these wish bubbles—hundreds of them—and most will remain there forever because that's how he controls the kingdom—by giving false hope." [11] [12]Birthday Bear brings joy and excitement to any celebration, from his party hat and colorful ribbon to his cheerful smile. In December 2013, AG Properties and Mindworks Entertainment announced that they would collaborate with Sanrio for a co-branding with the character franchise Little Twin Stars. An expanded roll-out was expected in March 2014. [40] Lang, Brent (November 24, 2023). "Thanksgiving Box Office Battle Heats Up: Disney's 'Wish' Struggling Against 'Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes' ". Variety . Retrieved November 25, 2023. Erbland, Kate (November 17, 2023). " 'Wish' Review: Disney Adds Modern Sparkle to a Classic, with a Mild Touch of Hallucinogens". IndieWire . Retrieved November 17, 2023. In Sunshine, after winning the "Care Bearathon" competition, Funshine becomes even more competitive than usual, and tries to be the best at everything, much to everyone's chagrin.