Animated TV Shows

SCAD TVfest Coming to Atlanta

The annual celebration of television and streaming is set for February 7-10, with TV creators, showrunners, producers and voice talent from shows such as Prime Video’s adult animated series ‘Hazbin Hotel,’ Netflix’s ‘Scott Pigrim Takes off,’ and Prime’s upcoming ‘The Second Best Hospital in the Galaxy’ slated to attend.

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Letting Fans Decide Headline News

Film.io Awards $10K to Creator Contest Winner ‘Chickenship’

Emmy Award-winning comedian Craig Shoemaker and animator David Feiss’ animated comedy about a fearless chicken crew aboard the SS Coop who must save their planet from genetically modified ‘Bitcorn;’ decentralized ecosystem let fans select winner.

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It’s Anime-zing! Headline News

‘Tomb Raider’ Anime Series Snags Season 2 Renewal Ahead of Premiere

Lara Croft makes her anime debut in the upcoming show, which picks up after the events of the incredibly successful video-game reboot trilogy, premiering in 2023.

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The Best in Kids’ TV Headline News

PBS’ ‘Alma’s Way’ and ‘Donkey Hodie’ Get 2-Year Funding Renewal

Arthur Vining Davis Foundations extends grant for Fred Rogers Productions' kids' animated TV series, which promote core messages and learning goals in problem-solving skills, resilience, empathy, and other life skills.

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People Headline News

Stephanie Sperber Named President and CCO at Lion Forge Entertainment

Along with a name change, the Oscar-winning animation studio adds live-action to its production slate as well as a veteran family entertainment executive to lead the company.

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Adriano Schmid Named VP of PBS Kids Content

Hailing from Warner Bros. Discovery, the exec comes onboard June 13, tasked with driving expansion of the kids’ multi-platform content strategy while developing new approaches to production for emerging platforms and overseeing the PBS Kid’s content team.

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Magic Light Pictures’ ‘Superworm’ Coming for Christmas

Check out the trailer for the delightful new animated family special about a long, strong worm with amazing skills and a big heart; featuring the voices of Oscar winner Olivia Colman and Emmy nominee Matt Smith, and based on the popular picture book of the same name, the show airs on BBC One December 25.

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Business Headline News

‘A Bear Named Wojtek’ Animated Special Secures Funding

Filmograf and The Illuminated Film Company ink co-production deal on project about the fantastic journey of an orphaned Syrian brown bear; Iain Gardner will direct, drawing inspiration from Frédéric Back’s ‘The Man Who Planted Trees.’

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‘Lazur Wulf’ Season 2 Premieres December 6 on Adult Swim

Animated series returns with original all-star cast and guest appearances by Cree Summer, Tunde Adebimpe, Dawnie Marie, Kittie Kaboom, Carl Jones, Ellington Wells and more; Season 1 now on HBO Max.

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Virtual Events Headline News

A Conversation with ‘Rick and Morty’ Stars and Co-Creators Set for PaleyFest NY

Insanity and psychopathic science are on the docket at The Paley Center for Media’s 8^th annual TV festival; talent behind Justin Roiland and Dan Harmon’s hugely popular Adult Swim animated series scheduled for October 27; event kicks off October 23.

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Boo! Headline News

The Paley Front Row Presents ‘The Simpsons: Treehouse of Horror’ October 17

Yeardley Smith (Lisa Simpson) moderates a conversation with the series’ creative team, including Mike B. Anderson, Al Jean, Steve Moore, and Matt Selman, who will discuss the celebrated Halloween special.

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Festivals Headline News

BIAF 2020 Announces Short Film Selections

100 animated films will compete in six categories at the Academy Award-qualifying festival coming October 23-27.

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BIAF 2020 Reveals Official Trailer by by ‘Marona’s Fantastic Tale’ Director Anca Damian

The festival’s 2019 Grand Prize winner creates the festival’s signature film for upcoming 2020 edition, taking place October 23-27, 2020 in Bucheon, South Korea.

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BIAF 2020 Reveals Official Poster by ‘Marona’s Fantastic Tale’ Director Anca Damian

The festival’s 2019 Grand Prize winner creates signature materials for upcoming 2020 edition, taking place October 23-27, 2020 in Bucheon, just outside of Seoul, South Korea.

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Call for Entries: BIAF 2020

Submissions now being accepted for the 22^nd Bucheon International Animation Festival taking place in Bucheon, South Korea October 23 -27.

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Italy’s Cartoons on the Bay Animation Festival Postponed

24^th annual event, set for April 2-5, has been pushed to an un-announced future 2020 date because of the worldwide coronavirus Covid-19 pandemic; their Pulcinella Awards competition will be announced next month as planned.

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Cartoons on the Bay 2020 is Now Open for Submissions

24th edition of the noted children’s animation festival will take place from April 2-5, 2020 in Pescara, Italy.

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BIAF Headline News

13 VR Projects to Compete at BIAF 2019

Festival unveils the official selection for its first VR competition, which includes Oscar-winning director John Kahr’s Oscar-nominated ‘Age of Sail.’

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114 Animated Films Selected to Compete at BIAF 2019

Festival unveils its official short film selection that includes Oscar-nominated Theodore Ushev’s latest film, ‘The Physics of Sorry’ and fellow nominee Konstantin Bronzit’s ‘He Can’t Live Without Cosmos.’

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Nadine Westerbarkey and Chris Buckley Get Atomic Cartoon Promotions

New heads of 2D and 3D animation bring their extensive experience to lead kids and family division production teams.

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SPP 2019: Asian Animation Business Leaders Converge on Seoul

Now in its 19^th year, the 3-day conference set for next week brings together buyers, sellers, financiers and lovers of animated entertainment from all over the world.

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Animation Festivals Headline News

Call for Entries: 3rd FUPiTOONS FESTiVAL 2019

Africa's first animated short film festival, coming this November as part of DISCOP Johannesburg, is looking for kids’ content; submission deadline is September 1.

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DHX Media Promotes Stephanie Betts to Vice President, Content

Todd Brian joins company as director of animation development, reporting to Betts.

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Seoul Cartoon & Animation Week, Featuring SICAF, SPP and Si3, Kicks Off July 15

Seven days of animation-focused talks, screenings, workshops and exhibitions brings together artists and business professionals from around the world for one of Asia’s most important and innovative industry events.