Kids' WB! orders more 'Chan'

Series has led in time period in key kid demos

By PAULA BERNSTEIN

NEW YORK -- Kids' WB! has ordered an additional 13 original episodes of "Jackie Chan Adventures" from Sony Pictures Family Entertainment Group, ensuring that the animated series will return for a second season in fall 2001.

"Jackie Chan Adventures," which premiered Sept. 9, has led in its time period among the broadcast nets in kids 2-11 and in other key kid demos.

"We are thrilled that 'Jackie Chan Adventures' has proven to be the breakout hit we knew it would be," said Kids' WB! senior VP Donna Friedman. "With such a stellar performance, we excitedly look forward to 13 all-new episodes joining our hit schedule for the fall 2001 season."