Dexter's Laboratory Creator Genndy Tartakovsky Remains Skeptical of Revival Amid Unconfirmed Livestream Announcement

Rumors are circulating on social media regarding a forthcoming announcement concerning the beloved animated series Dexter's Laboratory. A tweet from user @cat on December 2, 2025, stated, "> dexters laboratory will be livestreaming an announcement soon," sparking immediate speculation among fans of the classic Cartoon Network show. This unconfirmed report, however, stands in contrast to recent statements from the series' creator, Genndy Tartakovsky.

Tartakovsky, the visionary behind Dexter's Laboratory, expressed significant reservations about a potential reboot as recently as September 2025. Speaking to Nexus Point News, he indicated that a revival would only occur "when my career dies," and cited the irreplaceable loss of Dexter's original voice actor, Christine Cavanaugh, as a primary deterrent. He emphasized that Cavanaugh's voice was "the soul of the show," making a faithful return challenging.

Dexter's Laboratory, which originally aired from 1996 to 2003, followed the adventures of a boy genius and his secret laboratory. It became one of Cartoon Network's foundational original series, garnering critical acclaim and a dedicated fanbase. Despite ongoing fan demand for new content, Tartakovsky has consistently maintained a cautious stance on revisiting the series, often pointing to the completeness of the original narrative and his focus on new projects.

The current social media buzz echoes previous unverified reports, such as a "2023 Reboot" entry on a fan wiki that was quickly debunked due to Tartakovsky's consistent position. While the prospect of a new Dexter's Laboratory project excites many, the creator's recent comments suggest that any official announcement would likely need to address these creative and logistical hurdles, or signal a significant shift in his long-held perspective.