# Animated Activism SpongeBob & the Beatles Speak Up in 'Underwater Cartoons Hit by Oil Spill' By Vittoria Natarelli | Published 2010-07-03 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/underwater-cartoons-hit-by-oil-spill References: [holykaw.alltop](http://holykaw.alltop.com/oil-soaks-spongebob-and-the-little-mermaid-vi) & [youtube](http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FDXvSjNkC_c&feature=player_embedded) In 'Underwater Cartoons Hit By Oil Spill,' some of the world's favorite cartoons explain how the environmental catastrophe affects them. The [Little Mermaid's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-little-mermaid-1) hair is ruined, Gary from '[SpongeBob SquarePants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spongebob-patty-pursuit-2)' is full of oil and sad, and the [Beatles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-beatles-x-crocs-classic-clog) arrive in their yellow submarine and inform underwater life of their plan to stop the oil with their music. 'Underwater Cartoons Hit By Oil Spill' is another creative way to laugh at the mess the oil spill really is. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.4/10 - Popularity: 37% | Activity: 87% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Animated Activism:** Cartoons are increasingly being used as a medium for activism against environmental issues. - **Anthropomorphized Brand Activism:** Brands are personifying their products to address environmental concerns. - **Humor for Awareness:** Satirical and humorous content is gaining traction in raising awareness about environmental issues. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Entertainment Industry:** The entertainment industry can invest in creating more environmentally conscious cartoons that raise awareness. - **Advertising Industry:** Brands can leverage the power of animated characters to promote their eco-friendly initiatives. - **Education Industry:** Educational institutions can utilize humorous and satirical content to raise awareness about environmental challenges. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Vibrant Nautical-Themed Cartoon Meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/burger-king-x-spongebob-squarepants.md) - [Ocean-Themed Fundraisers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/teamseas.md) - [Cartoon Summer Game Crossovers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spongebob-crossovers.md) - [Kid-Friendly Kelp Patties](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kelp-patties.md) - [Trash-Centric Musical Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glad-x-sesame-street.md) - [Cartoon Anniversary Soap Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nautical-nonsense.md) - [Show-Inspired Burger Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spongebob-menu.md) - [Ocean Purity Petitons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-dirty-protest.md) - [Playful Beach-Inspired Tech Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casetify-x-spongebob.md)