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Man’s Best Friend Headline News

Exclusive ‘Dog Man’ Deleted Scene Clip: Film Now Out on Digital Platforms

By Dan Sarto | Tuesday, February 18, 2025 at 10:00am

Released with exclusive deleted scenes, how-to-draw tutorials from the animators themselves, recording booth bloopers, and other goodies, Peter Hastings and DreamWorks’ animated comedy is available today to rent or buy.

Supernatural Business Headline News

Titmouse To Develop ‘Nights’ Animated Series

The leading animation studio has teamed with comic book creators Wyatt Kennedy and Luigi Formisano on the adaptation; story follows a group of friends navigating life, relationships, and mysterious paranormal events.

That’s Not All Folks! Headline News

Watch: ‘The Day the Earth Blew Up: A Looney Tunes Movie’ Official Trailer

By Dan Sarto | Tuesday, February 18, 2025 at 9:07am

What could possibly go wrong for Porky and Daffy in the new sci-fi buddy action comedy, the shorts series franchise’s first fully animated feature, when the pair uncover a secret alien mind control plot; hits theaters on March 14.

Graphic Novel Adaptations Headline News

Cartoon Network Unveils ‘Iyanu’ Trailer, Premiere Date

The original animated series about a brave young orphan girl living in the magical kingdom of Yorubaland, created by Nigerian filmmaker Roye Okupe and produced by Lion Forge Entertainment, debuts April 5, the next day on Max.

Awards Headline News

29th Annual Art Directors Guild Awards Announced

By Dan Sarto | Monday, February 17, 2025 at 10:48am

‘The Wild Robot,’ ‘Wicked,’ ‘Nosferatu,’ ‘Fallout,’ and ‘Shōgun’ are among the winning films and TV series recognized for excellence in production design at the February 15 ceremony.

Awards Headline News

‘Shōgun,’ ‘Bob’s Burgers’ and ‘The Penguin’ Win at 2025 WGA Awards

By Dan Sarto | Monday, February 17, 2025 at 9:46am

The FX/Hulu historical drama, FOX’s long-running animated comedy, and HBO/Max’s crime drama are honored at the February 15 Beverly Hilton ceremony in Los Angeles.

Awards Headline News

‘Wallace & Gromit: Vengeance Most Fowl,’ ‘Dune: Part 2’ and ‘Wander to Wonder’ Nab BAFTA 2025 Wins

By Dan Sarto | Monday, February 17, 2025 at 8:47am

The stop-motion comedy and ‘Dune’ sequel each take home 2 awards, with ‘Wicked’ winning twice as well, including Best Production Design, at the yesterday’s 2025 EE British Academy Film Awards gala.

I Will Survive! Headline News

Exclusive Clip: ‘The Great North - The Price of Hides Adventure’ Season 5 Debut

By Dan Sarto | Friday, February 14, 2025 at 5:07pm

Kicking off the new season, in the all-new episode airing this Sunday on FOX, Wolf finally gets cast on the local Alaskan survival show, Dropped Off To Die, but when he’s out early, his shame leads him to sneak home and hide on the Tobin property instead.

It’s Not Like Star Wars! Headline News

Exclusive Clip: ‘Family Guy’ Season 23 Debut – ‘Top Gun’ Parody ‘Fat Gun’

By Dan Sarto | Friday, February 14, 2025 at 10:59am

Peter / Maverick and Lois / Charlie take to the skies… and it has nothing to do with ‘Star Wars’ as the new season premieres Sunday, February 16 (8:00-8:30 PM ET/PT) on FOX.

Helping Animation Industry Fire Victims Headline News

ASIFA-Hollywood, Animation Industry Leaders Unite for AnimAID, Art Auction

The fire relief fundraising campaign will continue through the coming months with goal to raise $5,000,000 in support for over 60 families; a benefit auction this Spring hosted by Sotheby’s will feature original artwork.

Let It Slide My Friend Headline News

Bill Plympton Announces Patreon, ‘Slide’ Screening

The legendary animator’s new crowdfunding effort offers 3 tiers of special content and exclusive perks; a special screening of his new film, which tells the tale of a mythical cowboy showdown with eco-villains, is coming to MOMI March 9.

Fox Hamms it Up! Headline News

Exclusive Clip: Jon Hamm’s ‘Grimsburg’ Season 2 Premiere

By Dan Sarto | Friday, February 14, 2025 at 8:42am

In ‘Haunted Housewife,’ Detective Marvin Flute moves into a house haunted by a doting housewife, and things soon go awry when he invites everyone over for a party; new season debuts February 16th at 8:30pm ET/PT on FOX.

The Show’s Not Greek to Me Headline News

‘Blood of Zeus’ Earns 2025 WGA Awards Animation Nomination

The 2D adult animated Netflix series will contend against ‘The Simpsons’ and ‘Bob’s Burgers’ as the sole ‘drama’ nominee at the February 15 ceremony; ‘The Mandalorian’s Simon Kassianides joins the cast of the third and final season, which streams later this year.

Living Her Best Frog Life Headline News

Blue Ant Studios, Stretchy Announce ‘Tralala’ Animated Preschool Series

The musical, about an inventive 7-year-old frog, commissioned by CBC and Sky NZ, is set for a 2026 release; first look images were revealed at Kidscreen Summit.

Beware the Shroud! Headline News

MrBeast, Moose Toys Announce ‘MrBeast Lab’ Animated Shorts

Created in collaboration with Stoopid Buddy Stoodios, the shorts focus on a group of characters inspired by MrBeast Lab in their battle against the Shroud; debut set for Fall 2025.

We Want More Tom & Jerry Headline News

Tom and Jerry Celebrate 85 Years with Products, Experiences, and TV Programming

The iconic Warner Bros. Discovery duo begins the year-long celebration with a global rollout of experiences, TV programming, and products featuring partnerships with CASETiFY, Converse, Funko, Loungefly, and others.

When a Hitman Falls in Love Headline News

Netflix Debuts ‘Sakamoto Days’ Mid-Season Trailer

The anime series, which follows a legendary assassin who falls in love, marries, has kids, falls out of shape, but must resume old fighting ways, is now streaming.

The Best in Kids’ Entertainment Headline News

2025 Kidscreen Awards Winners Announced

By Dan Sarto | Wednesday, February 12, 2025 at 12:15pm

The annual awards recognize the best in children’s TV and digital media; Nickelodeon nabs 10 trophies, while Disney takes home 5, BBC Studios 4, and DreamWorks Animation 3.

Here There Be Dragons… and Vikings Headline News

Universal Drops ‘How to Train Your Dragon’ Trailer

By Dan Sarto | Wednesday, February 12, 2025 at 10:38am

Hiccup pushes back against all odds in a quest to save his village while defying centuries of tradition by befriending a dragon, in Dean DeBlois’ live-action reimagining of the first film in DreamWorks Animation’s hugely successful animated franchise: in theaters June 13.

The Saga Continues Headline News

Angel Studios Drops ‘The Wingfeather Saga’ Season 3 Teaser

By Dan Sarto | Wednesday, February 12, 2025 at 9:42am

One of the largest crowdfunded 3DCG series in history returns with a new season, titled ‘The Ice Prairies,’ that follows the Igiby family as they get pushed further than ever in their journey to reunite; coming Fall 2025.

Celebrating Uniqueness and True Self Headline News

Apple TV+ Reveals ‘Goldie’ Theme Song, Exclusive Sneak Peek Clip

Inspired by Emily Brundige’s award-winning short film, the 2D animated show celebrates uniqueness and the act of embracing your true self; streams February 14.

Honoring Excellence in Visual Effects Headline News

'Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes' Wins for Best VFX in a Feature at 23rd VES Awards

By Dan Sarto | Tuesday, February 11, 2025 at 7:52pm

Wes Ball's epic 'Planet of the Apes' adventure takes the evening's final and top award, while 'Dune: Part Two' takes home the most feature wins; 'The Wild Robot' the most animated feature wins; and 'Shōgun' the most episodic wins. 

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