After nearly a year in the void, Rooster Teeth is making a comeback—and it’s bringing back one of its founding fathers! Burnie Burns, the original creator and co-founder, is reclaiming the reins, hoping to revive the magic that made the company a cornerstone of nerd culture.
From the early days of Red vs. Blue—the Halo-based machinima that started it all—to a sprawling empire of podcasts, live-action films, and fan-favorite shows like Achievement Hunter, Rooster Teeth was once an internet juggernaut. But after Warner Bros. Discovery shut it down in 2024, it seemed like the end of an era. Now, Burns is stepping back in under his new company, Box Company Productions, with a vision to recapture the community-driven energy that made Rooster Teeth legendary.
A teaser video on the Rooster Teeth YouTube channel hints at what’s to come, and with Burns leading the charge, fans have every reason to be hopeful. Will old faces return? Will Red vs. Blue rise again? Only time will tell—but one thing’s for sure: Rooster Teeth is back in the game!
Here is the official press release:
Austin, TX – February 5, 2025 – Burnie Burns, founder of the online media outlet Rooster Teeth, has officially acquired the beloved entertainment brand. This milestone marks a new chapter for Rooster Teeth as it returns to the hands of its original creator as part of his company Box Canyon Productions. Under Burns’ leadership, the historic brand plans to renew its focus on innovation, community engagement, and the spirit of creativity that first defined its success.
Burns started Rooster Teeth in 2003 with the breakout success of Red vs. Blue, the longest-running web series in history. Over the years, Rooster Teeth expanded into a multimedia powerhouse, producing hit shows like RWBY and the international RTX convention series, while fostering a passionate global fanbase. With this acquisition, Burns aims to reignite the collaborative and community-driven energy that made Rooster Teeth a trailblazer in digital entertainment.
“I am excited at the challenge of bringing Rooster Teeth back to its roots,” said Burns. “The heart of this brand has always been its fans, and I look forward to writing a new chapter together.” As an early pioneer of online video content, Rooster Teeth set the standard for how fan-first entertainment could thrive in the digital age. With Burns back at the helm, fans can anticipate a renewed dedication to Rooster Teeth’s original mission: to entertain, inspire, and connect.
Along with the acquisition, Box Canyon announced a new development slate of productions for 2025, including renewed production of some of the platform’s classic shows, a new original audio adventure Again, and an untitled reimagining of Burns’ first film The Schedule.