Disney Branded Television Renews ‘Kiff’ for Season 3
Announcement made ahead of the animated kids’ series’ March 15 Season 2 debut on Disney Channel, Disney XD, and Disney XD On Demand; will stream this summer on Disney+.
Paramount Drops ‘The Smurfs Movie’ Trailer
The upcoming live-action / 3DCG hybrid – and extremely blue musical feature sees Smurfette and her friends head to a very real Earth to find Papa Smurf, who’s been kidnapped by Razamel and Gargamel; hits theaters July 18.
Mattel Television Announces ‘Hot Wheels Let’s Race’ Season 3
The 3DCG animated series returns as rival racer Cruise takes the lead with her new ultra-powerful Track Blasters; five new episodes stream March 3 on Netflix.
‘Maggie And Abby’s Neverending Pillow Fort’ Feature Heads into Production
Mimo Studios, Like A Photon Creative, and Crayola Studios have teamed up to produce the animated adaptation of the Will Taylor children’s novel that follows two lifelong best friends who discover their pillow forts are connected to a huge network of forts around the world.
Neil Gaiman, Amanda Palmer Sued for Rape, Human Trafficking
New lawsuit alleges that the famed fantasy writer ‘engaged in many nonconsensual sex acts,’ with former nanny Scarlett Pavlovich, and that Palmer knew of and was complicit in the abusive behavior.
Joe Quesada Teases ‘Amazing Comics’ Imprint
The start-up publishing house boasts the talents of Garth Ennis, Steven Paul Judd, Derek Kolstad, Christopher Priest, and more, with the inaugural title ‘Disciple’ from Quesada and Charles Dorfman.
Crunchyroll Celebrates Valentine’s Day With Free February Programming
20 drama and rom-com titles will be available to stream the entire month; the Lovestruck Loot sale will also be available on the Crunchyroll Store from February 5-14.
Get Animated Business of Animation 2025 Conference Keynote Speakers Set
The event will take place April 1-2 at England’s Millennium Point Conference Centre; Patricia Hidalgo, Ronan McCabe, Philippe Alessandri, and Kate O’Connor will speak at the Day Two Keynote.
Superights, Kids First Merge Catalogs, Digital Channels
Starting March 31, series distributed by Kids First will join the Superights catalog; the move is the first step following both companies’ alliance forged in late 2024.
Titan Books Releases ‘The Art And Making Of Ultraman: Rising’ Book
The official, comprehensive, lavishly illustrated coffee-table book by Drew Taylor features exclusive imagery and commentary from director Shannon Tindle and co-director John Aoshima.
‘Michel Ocelot: A World of Animated Images’ Now Available
From author Laura Buono comes a unique book that examines the noted director’s career, from his earliest works to his latest research, productions, and role in contemporary animated cinema.
Marvel Drops ‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps’ Trailer and Images
A ravenous Galacticus plans to devour the entire planet… head back to a futuristic 1960s world as we finally get a glimpse of the long-sought reboot of the studio’s seminal “First Family” franchise, coming to theaters July 25.
‘Craig of the Creek: The Complete Series’ Now Available On Digital
All 169 episodes of the Emmy winning Cartoon Network series are together digitally for the first time; ‘Craig of the Creek: Volume 9’ is also available now.
Nickelodeon Unveils ‘Kid Cowboy’ Animated YouTube Series
Created by songwriter Freddy Wexler, the show, which follows a guitar-playing kid in a futuristic world, is now streaming.
Apple TV+ Drops ‘Goldie’ Trailer
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.
Netflix Drops ‘Plankton: The Movie’ Trailer, Key Art, and Stills
The upcoming animated comedy, which follows Plankton as his world is flipped upside down when his plan for world domination is thwarted, streams March 7.
Iron Circus Comics Launches ‘The Unsinkable Ship of Fools’ Kickstarter
Exclusive Preview: Spike Trotman’s raunchy new supernatural graphic novel by ‘Godshaper’ co-creator Jonas Goonface follows a group of misfits on a mysterious, magical train, with no way to get off… the train at least.
The Yard VFX Joins the UK Screen Alliance
As a member of the trade association, the studio will have the opportunity to engage in shaping policy discussions, network with industry leaders, and access resources and training.
‘Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, 'Dune: Part Two,’ and ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ Lead 52nd Saturn Awards
The trio of films each took home four awards at the Academy of Science Fiction, Fantasy & Horror’s Sunday evening ceremony.
Signe Baumane’s ‘Karmic Knot’ Cast Announced
The Marriage Project and Studio Locomotive’s new animated feature reveals voice talent that includes Patrick Wilson, Dagmara Dominczyk, Emma Kenney, and Stephen Lang; releasing in 2028.
Warner Bros., DC Comics Sued by Superman Co-Creator’s Estate
The suit aims to block the distribution of the iconic alien superhero’s IP in the U.K. and other territories without acquiring a license from the Estate.
Netflix Cancels ‘The Sandman’ After 2 Seasons
Showrunner Allan Heinberg claims the live-action series adaptation will end because they ‘only had enough story for one more season;’ the final season will still release on the streamer later this year.
Adobe Substance 3D Announces Full Assets Library Access for Subscribers
Includes access to nearly 20,000 professional materials, models, and lighting environments without managing points.
WEBTOON, Dropout Partner for ‘Fantasy High’
Based on the tabletop role-playing streaming series ‘Dimension 20,’ the webcomic will join the platform’s Spring 2025 lineup.
Lion Forge Secures Exclusive Sales Rights to Multiple Animated Properties
Among the new titles is ‘The Wingfeather Saga,’ an action-adventure fantasy series based on the book series by Andrew Peterson, and two holiday specials from Holiday Hill Farm.
