Nicktoons Greenlights Wild Grinders for 2012 Lineup

SAN DIEGO: Professional skateboarder Rob Dyrdek is bringing his HD animated skateboarding series Wild Grinders to Nicktoons to roll out in 2012.

Dyrdek, the star of MTV’s Rob & Big and Fantasy Factory, will voice the lead character and executive produce. The 26-episode half-hour series is inspired by Dyrdek’s life experiences, and is about a group of friends who love skateboarding.

The series is produced by Home Plate Entertainment, Moonscoop and Dyrdek’s Wild Grinders and Agogo Corporation, Telegael Teoranta and Copernicus Studios also co-produce.

“Wild Grinders is a great fit for Nicktoons because it has the comedy and adrenaline boys love,” said Keith Dawkins, the senior VP and general manager of Nicktoons and TeenNick. “Rob Dyrdek brings an authentic look at the skateboard culture and a diverse cast of characters who reflect our audience. We think they’ll enjoy this dynamic journey of a 12-year-old skater and his friends.”

“I wanted to make a cartoon that made me laugh,” commented Dyrdek. “I have always tried to create programming that was funny. Skateboarding is a backdrop to our main characters comedic situations, but not necessarily our primary focus.”