With CBC, Radio-Canada, and Warner Bros. Discovery on board, Boat Rocker Studios has greenlit a second season of Dino Ranch: Island Explorers.
The new season will encompass 52 11-minute episodes, continuing to follow the adventures of the Cassidy clan. From Industrial Brothers co-founder Matthew Fernandes, with Boat Rocker managing content distribution and brand management, season one arrives on Warner Bros. Discovery’s Cartoonito across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa this fall. It launched in Canada on CBC, CBC Gem, and CBC Kids YouTube in November 2025. The French version will air on the Radio-Canada platforms ICI TÉLÉ, ICI TOU.TV and the YouTube channel Zone Jeunesse de Radio-Canada in September. It debuted on Amazon Kids+ in the US in April 2026.
Jon Rutherford, president of global content and rights at Boat Rocker Studios, noted, “With five installments now commissioned across the original Dino Ranch and Dino Ranch: Island Explorers, the brand has demonstrated enduring appeal with audiences around the world. This renewal is a testament to the strength of the franchise and supports our ongoing strategy to expand Dino Ranch globally across content, distribution, and consumer products.”
“We’re so proud of the success of the Dino Ranch franchise—Dino Ranch: Island Explorers has elevated the brand to a whole new level, and our audiences are loving it!” added Marie McCann, senior director of children’s content at CBC Kids. “We can’t wait to share the second season’s roaring new adventures with families across Canada.”
“Dino Ranch has quickly captured children’s hearts since its debut in 2021, and Radio-Canada is delighted to give it a prominent place on our network and platforms,” stated Christiane Asselin, executive director for streaming services, youth programming and digital sports at Radio-Canada. “As our young audience gets ready to discover the first season of Island Explorers this September, we are thrilled that season 2 is going into production! From giant ants to a grumpy mosasaurus, we can’t wait to continue this Jurassic adventure, which remains as entertaining as ever.”
Zia Sands, director of content acquisitions, partnerships and coproductions for kids, EMEA, at Warner Bros Discovery, commented, “The series combines beloved characters, humor, and adventure in a way that truly resonates with our audience of upper preschoolers. It also reflects our commitment to partnering with creators behind strong, enduring IP and building long-term relationships around high-quality storytelling.”
Cartoonito has also acquired seasons one and two of the original series, Dino Ranch.
