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Let the Manic Mayhem Begin… Again! Headline News

Illumination Drops New ‘Despicable Me 4’ Trailer and Poster

By Dan Sarto | Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at 10:03am

Let the silliness begin! The first ‘Despicable Me’ film in 7 years, starring Steve Carrell and Kristen Wiig alongside franchise newcomers Will Ferrell, Sofia Vergara, Joey King, and Stephen Colbert, hits theaters July 3.

We Want More Spirited Teen Shows! Headline News

Apple TV+ Shares ‘WondLa’ Animated Trilogy First Look

Skydance Animation’s new series, based on Tony DiTerlizzi’s best-selling books, follows Eva, a curious and enthusiastic teenager who has been raised in an underground bunker by her robot caretaker.

Life Will Find a Way! Headline News

Netflix Drops ‘Jurassic World: Chaos Theory’ Trailer

In the new DreamWorks Animation series, 6 years after the events at Camp Cretaceous and in the wake of tragedy, ‘The Nublar Six’ reunite, and together must unravel a conspiracy that threatens dinosaur and humankind alike; the 10-episode first season debuts May 24.

Robots and Goslings Oh My! Headline News

DreamWorks to Preview Exclusive ‘The Wild Robot’ Footage at Annecy

By Dan Sarto | Wednesday, April 24, 2024 at 8:54am

Oscar-nominated writer/director Chris Sanders will present his creative vision in a special first look session at the festival, while members of his creative team, including production designer Raymond Zibach and head of story Heidi Jo Gilbert, will lead a presentation on the film’s design; studio will also screen Sanders and Dean DeBlois’ landmark 2010 hit, ‘How to Train Your Dragon.’

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Joy Regullano: From Pre-Med Studies to Writing for ‘Monsters at Work’

The Filipino Asian American writer, known as the show’s ‘joke assassin,’ stumbled onto her path as an actress and animation scribe while in school learning to become a doctor and take over her father’s clinic.

Blast Off! Headline News

Paramount’s ‘Transformers One’ Trailers Blast Off

The 3DCG animated feature starring Chris Hemsworth, Brian Tyree Henry, and Scarlett Johansson tells the origin story of Orion Pax and D-16’s path from brothers-in-arms to becoming sworn enemies, Optimus Prime and Megatron; coming to theaters September 2024.

The Road to Turin Headline News

VIEW Conference Launches ‘Art Challenge’ Competition

In celebration of the 25th anniversary of Italy’s premier animation and VFX event, artists are invited to submit poster designs for the competition; winner to receive a Wacom tablet and have their work prominently displayed online and at the upcoming conference, which runs October 14-19 in Turin.

Only if we Help Can They be Saved Headline News

Exclusive: Apple TV+ Shares ‘Jane - Shrunk Us Too Small’ Clip

By Dan Sarto | Wednesday, April 17, 2024 at 10:00am

Pint-sized Jane and Dave contend with some not-so-pint-sized ants in Season 2 of Emmy Award winner J.J. Johnson’s live-action/CGI animated hybrid series, inspired by the life and work of Dr. Jane Goodall, premiering globally on April 19.

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Seth Green and Tracy Falco to Produce ‘Meerkat Manor’ Animated Feature

Warner Bros. Pictures Animation announced the 3DCG adaptation of the hugely popular Animal Planet docu-series, taking the Whiskers family on all-new animated adventures.

Just a Small-Time Pony Headline News

Netflix Shares ‘Thelma the Unicorn’ Trailer

Musician and solo artist Brittany Howard stars as Thelma, a small-time pony who dreams of becoming a glamorous music star; the 3DCG musical, based on the books of Aaron Blabey, hits the streamer May 17.

Skadoosh! Headline News

‘Kung Fu Panda 4’ Now on Digital

Jack Black is back as everyone’s favorite, skadooshiest panda in the latest chapter of DreamWorks Animation’s popular franchise; all-new never-before-released animated short ‘Dueling Dumplings’ included on select digital platforms.

In-Passing Headline News

Henson Creature Shop Innovator David Barrington Holt Passes at 79

By Dan Sarto | Saturday, April 6, 2024 at 8:59am

The long-time leader of The Jim Henson Company’s first Creature Shop in Los Angeles, whose pioneering work included development of the ground-breaking Henson Performance Control System that revolutionized computer-driven puppetry, died of cancer on March 13.

Should You Stick With What You’re Good At? ANIMATIONWorld

‘Monsters at Work’ Season 2: A Jokester at an Existential Crossroads

The sophomore season finds Tylor Tuskmon at odds with his colleague Val, as his success in landing a laugh floor job means he must admit he’s no longer the ‘Scream King,’ until a company rival, Fear Co, tests his will with a new job offer; new episodes debut April 5 on Disney Channel, May 5 on Disney+.

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DNEG Acquires Unity’s Ziva Toolset

Leading visual entertainment company nabs exclusive license for the powerful character-simulation software and will onboard a large portion of the tech team; real-time character creation, assisted by machine learning, enables artists to craft accurate and scalable digital characters efficiently.

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Superprod Group Acquires Studio 352 and Mélusine Productions

Acquisition of the two Luxembourg-based studios bolsters the company’s development, production and financing capabilities for premium feature and TV animation.

Action-Packed Mermaid Adventures! Headline News

Watch ‘Disney Junior’s Ariel’ Teaser

To celebrate this past Friday’s International Mermaid Day,’ Disney Branded Television shared a new video of its all-new preschool animated musical series inspired by ‘The Little Mermaid’s timeless tale follows the young mermaid princess on fun-filled, action-packed mermaid adventures; coming Summer 2024.

Animated TV Series Headline News

New York Yankee Captain Aaron Judge Joins ‘Rubble & Crew’

The American League MVP voices himself in the special episode ‘The Crew Builds a Ballpark’ coming this summer to Nickelodeon, Corus’ Treehouse and STACKTV.

Innovations in Immersive Storytelling Headline News

USC School of Cinematic Arts’ Ganek Immersive Studio Inaugural Showcase Set

By Dan Sarto | Friday, March 29, 2024 at 4:32pm

The program review, featuring projects in production and development at the state-of-the-art studio, will be held on the SCA campus this coming Thursday, April 4.  

Life Will Find a Way! Headline News

Netflix Teases ‘Jurassic World: Chaos Theory’ 3DCG Series

In May, a new era of chaos will begin with DreamWorks Animation’s all-new show, set six years after the events at Camp Cretaceous, when the park closed and the kingdom had fallen.

The Saga Continues Headline News

Angel Studios Sets ‘The Wingfeather Saga’ Season 2 Release Date

New season releases April 5, continuing the Igiby family's epic journey, promising more secrets, adventures, and heart-stopping moments; Lesley Nicol and Matthew Rhys join the star-studded lineup of actors lending their voices to the series. 

Holy Magical Morphing! ANIMATIONWorld

Disney and Moonbug Create a More Magically Morphing ‘Morphle and the Magic Pets’

The bright red, tiny shapeshifting pet returns in a 3DCG preschool adventure series, produced by Guru Studio, that explores friendship and imagination; show debuts today, March 20, on Disney Junior and Disney+. 

We Want More Santa Hijinx Headline News

Brian Cox to Star as Santa in Locksmith’s 3DCG ‘That Christmas’

By Dan Sarto | Wednesday, March 20, 2024 at 8:43am

Director Simon Otto’s upcoming comedy also lands Fiona Shaw, Jodie Whittaker, and Bill Nighy; the adaptation of Oscar-nominated and BAFTA-winning writer/director Richard Curtis’s children’s book series comes to Netflix later this year.

More Seussian Fun is Coming! Headline News

Bill Hader to Star in Warner Bros.’ Animated ‘The Cat in the Hat’

By Dan Sarto | Monday, March 18, 2024 at 4:14pm

The new film, set to release in 2026, will also star Quinta Brunson, Bowen Yang, Xochitl Gomez, Matt Berry, and Paula Pell; DNEG will produce the animation.

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