The Los Angeles Times has an article about the growing role of Disney’s TV Animation unit. The unit is busier than it has been in its 20-year history. Led by Kim Possible and Lilo, there are five series in production with nearly 50 projects in development.

Disney is expected to unveil this week the newest entry in its lineup, Disney’s Dave the Barbarian, an animated comedy series set in the Middle Ages. Created by improvisational comic and animator Doug Langdale, the television series follows Dave’s adventures with his family as they protect themselves from a world of comical foes. Set to debut in January, the cartoon series is among three new productions that Disney’s TV animation unit will debut next year in the hopes of grabbing a bigger slice of the fiercely competitive kids cable television market.