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Punching Up From One Punch Headline News

Yusuke Murata’s Upcoming ‘Zaiyuki’ Anime Project Revealed

Led by the ‘One-Punch Man’ illustrator’s new anime outlet, Village Studio, the show is heavily influenced by the classic Chinese novel ‘Journey to the West.’

Perfectly Pastel Headline News

Sanrio Short Anime Series to Premiere in April 2023

The perfectly pastel series following the everyday lives of the bunny Sakura, the cat Cathy, and the hamster Ran will hit the small screen this April on Fuji Television’s "Nonstop" programming block.

The Streaming Wars Really Begin Headline News

Warner Bros. Discovery Sues Paramount for ‘South Park’ Licensing Infringement

The suit alleges that special content for the adult animated series was created for Paramount+ using ‘grammatical sleight of hand’ despite a $500 million licensing deal granting streaming rights of all new and historic episodes to HBO Max.

Studio Milestones Headline News

Mainframe Studios Celebrates 30 Years of Animation

Studio milestones include creating and producing the first fully-CG TV series ‘Reboot’ and the first large-scale toon shaded CG series ‘Spider-Man: The New Animated Series.’

Business Headline News

Canadian Channel Teletoon to Shut Down

Corus Entertainment has announced that the Canadian animation-focused TV channel will be revamped as Cartoon Network, with Cartoon Network transforming to Boomerang and Teletoon originals heading to new Teletoon+ streaming service; sunsetting set for March 27, 2023.

Because Of Course! Headline News

Atari Signs with APA for Representation

Yep… that Atari - the classic video game brand known for changing the entire gaming landscape with its console back in 1977 will now develop live-action, animation, and non-scripted film and television projects.

We’re Diggin’ Digman! Headline News

Andy Samberg’s Animated Comedy ‘Digman!’ Gets First Look Trailer

New series about a rather dim celebrity archaeologist, featuring all-star guest performances from Maya Rudolph, Jason Schwartzman, Daniel Radcliffe, and a host of others, premieres March 22nd on Comedy Central.

More Spidey is on the Way! Headline News

Spider-Man Noir Live-Action Series Coming to Prime Video

The mysterious show from ‘The Lost City’ writer Oren Uziel will follow an older superhero in a 1930s New York City, although it will not be Peter Parker.

Business Headline News

Snipple Announces New Preschool Singalong Show ‘The Singalings’

The animated comedy follows extraterrestrial Singalings Melody, Harmony and Bop as they investigate Earth; Sky Kids will bring the series to UK screens later this year.

Doh! Headline News

‘The Simpsons’ Episode Removed from Disney+ in Hong Kong for ‘Labor Camp’ Comment

Streamer takes down ‘One Angry Lisa’ episode from its Season 34 offering, joining a previously removed episode from Season 16 which mentions Tiananmen Square.

Now We’re In the Know! Headline News

Mike Judge and Zach Woods' ‘In the Know’ Snags Voice Cast

By Dan Sarto | Monday, February 6, 2023 at 12:23pm

Caitlin Reilly, Charlie Bushnell, J. Smith-Cameron, and Carl Tart join the stop-motion show, the streamer’s first adult animated series, about NPR’s third most popular host - a puppet who interviews real world humans - with a diverse crew of puppets… and nimrods.

The New DCU Headline News

Details Aplenty Revealed for New DC Universe Slate

Co-Chairmen and CEOs of DC Studios Peter Safran and James Gunn dive a bit deeper into the next generation of DC films and television series, and how the new core continuity will work.

The New DCU Headline News

DC Studios Reveals Release Date for ‘The Batman – Part II’

The sequel to Matt Reeves’ ‘The Batman’ will hit theaters October 3, 2025 under the DC Elseworlds banner, separate from the new DC Universe core continuity just revealed by James Gunn and Peter Safran.

Business Headline News

WGA West Blasts Warner Bros. Discovery Merger for Repercussions to Writers and Diversity

Showrunners of ‘Tuca & Bertie,’ ‘Gordita Chronicles,’ and ‘Whistleblower’ contributed personal accounts for the “Broken Promises Bulletin,” an addendum of a larger 2021 report showcasing the creative carnage caused by corporate mega-mergers.

The New DCU Headline News

New DCU Slate Touts 10 Interconnected Film and Television Projects

The upcoming shows – almost all live-action - make up ‘Chapter 1’ of the new core, interconnected DC Universe; the first film, ‘Superman: Legacy,’ hits theaters July 11, 2025.

The New Rick and Morty Headline News

Fans Campaign for Tiktok Impressionist to Replace Justin Roiland in ‘Rick and Morty’

The grassroots movement to hire voice actor Sean Kelly as the show’s two leads has many supporters, while other fans argue the true beauty and humor of the show came from the co-creator’s improv and can never be replicated.

F**k More S**t Up! Business Headline News

Amazon Studios Greenlights ‘Mighty Nein’ with ‘The Legend of Vox Machina’ Creators

Critical Role signs overall multiyear TV and first-look film agreement with the streamer; new animated series, being created with Titmouse, is based on the 2nd campaign of the popular ‘Dungeons & Dragons’ web series.

Say It Ain’t So Headline News

Hulu Drops Justin Roiland from ‘Solar Opposites’ and ‘Koala Man’

By Dan Sarto | Wednesday, January 25, 2023 at 11:30am

The news follows yesterday’s report that Adult Swim severed its ties with the prolific ‘Rick and Morty’ co-creator in the wake of his being charged with a felony for an alleged incident against an unnamed girlfriend in 2020.

Say It Ain’t So Headline News

Adult Swim Drops ‘Rick and Morty’ Co-Creator Justin Roiland

By Dan Sarto | Tuesday, January 24, 2023 at 3:06pm

Network is reportedly cutting ties with the prolific animation producer and voice actor in the wake of his being charged for an alleged incident against an unnamed girlfriend in 2020.

Musical Joyrides! ANIMATIONWorld

‘Jam Van’: Living Postcards, Hybrid Animation, and Music-Loving Best Friends

Global Mechanic’s Bruce Alcock discusses YouTube’s all-new, ‘Pee-wee’s Playhouse’-inspired preschool series – mixing stop-motion, motion graphics, 2D, and live-action - about besties Lamb and Anne the Alligator on their musical travels around the U.S.; series premieres January 19.

Business Headline News

Miam ! Animation Secures Deals for ‘Edmond and Lucy’ and Upcoming 2D Comedies

The Paris-based development, distribution, and production outfit has secured U.S., European, and Chinese distribution for its eco-friendly real-time CGI series as well as presales for ‘Goat Girl’ and ‘The MiniWhats.’

Gimme More Mooncake Headline News

‘Final Space’ Creator Starts Production on ‘Godspeed’

After raising almost $500k through Kickstarter, Olan Rogers began work last week on an animated short and nine-episode series which may have ties to the fan-favorite cancelled series.

Business Headline News

Disney TV Renews ‘Firebuds,’ ‘SuperKitties’ and ‘Pupstruction’

Second season pickups are the order of the day for Disney Branded Television at the 2023 Winter Television Critics Association press tour.

Say It Ain’t So Headline News

‘Rick and Morty’ Co-Creator Justin Roiland Facing Felony Domestic Violence Charges

The prolific animation producer and voice actor has been charged for an alleged incident against an unnamed girlfriend in 2020.

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