Bejuba! Entertainment Acquires ‘Grounded’
Distributor scores worldwide distribution rights for kids’ animated buddy comedy about two amiable caterpillars who missed the butterfly call; series is created by Pipsqueak Animation and Hey Daisy Moon Productions.
Jetpack Adds ‘Panda and Kiwi’ to MIPTV Line-Up
The distributor nabs international rights to the 3DCG animated comedy adventure following Hehe the Panda and Kiki the Kiwi, who must work together to escape the island they are stranded on.
Guru Studio Announces ‘Spirits of Ridgeway High’ Animated Series
Studio teams up with cheerleading, dance team, and band apparel company Varsity Spirit and Foundation Media Partners on show about an optimistic cheerleader who wants to revive her school's spirit
'Joker: Folie à Deux' Wraps Filming, New Photos Revealed
Director Todd Philips has shared two official images of Joaquin Phoenix’s Joker and Lady Gaga’s Harley Quinn, following a recent release of set photos which revealed a very clownish look for Gaga.
Warner Bros. Announces Jason Momoa-Led ‘Minecraft’ Feature Release Date
The upcoming adaptation of Mojang’s best-selling video game of all time has yet to secure a title but will hit theaters in 2025; Momoa’s new ‘Aquaman & The Lost Kingdom’ now hits theaters December 20, 2023.
‘Red Iron Road’ Anthology Season 2 to Premiere at Annecy
New second season episode, ‘In The Heat,’ has been selected in the TV competition; animated thriller based on Russian ‘Queen of Horror’ Anna Starobinets’ short story follows a team of detectives as they interrogate a man disguised as Santa Clause about a horrific crime.
‘Harry Potter’ Reboot TV Series Reportedly Moving Forward
According to sources close to Bloomberg, Warner Bros. Discovery Inc. is about to close a deal for the series, with different seasons each following one of the seven novels; series author J.K. Rowling will reportedly be involved, but not as a primary creator or showrunner.
Podcast EP 203: How David Daniels Created Strata Cut Stop-Motion Animation
The director, filmmaker, and Bent Image Lab Studio founder shares everything about the stopmo animation technique he created and how it will continue to live on as a unique art form.
Incredible Film Reveals Animation Slate for MIPTV
Preschool properties ‘Tummy Tom’ and ‘Pim & Pom’ head to the annual television market’s ‘Future of Kid’s TV’ event.
Cartoons on the Bay Honors Peter Lord
The British director, producer and Aardman Animations co-founder joins Israeli film director and producer Ari Folman as the second 2023 Career Award recipient announced this year; the International Festival of Animation, Transmedia and Meta-Arts takes place in Pescara May 31-June 4.
‘Looney Tunes Cartoons’ Season 5 Now Streaming on HBO Max
Check out the promo - everyone’s favorite Looney Tune characters return in Warner Bros. Animation’s modern iteration of the classic series; 9 new episodes of Bugs and Friends just released.
Chris Meledandri Teases ‘Shrek 5,’ Donkey Spinoff
The Illumination CEO and DreamWorks Animation creative partner has revealed plans for a soft reboot of the ‘Shrek’ franchise complete with the original voice cast, as well as the added possibility of a ‘Puss and Boots’-style spinoff for Donkey.
FutureDeluxe Brings ‘Brutal Collage’ to Björk’s ‘Fossora’ Music Video
Using the title track of the singer’s latest album ‘Fossora,’ the experimental design studio depicted her performance within a dynamic, rotting, earthy mushroom world, bringing two parallel universes together in sync with the music.
Fest Anča 2023 Reveals Official Selections
Almost 230 films were selected to participate in this year’s event, including original contemporary domestic and international animation featuring films by renowned filmmakers and young emerging talent; the event runs June 29-July 7.
Adult Swim Drops ‘My Adventures with Superman’ Teaser Trailer
Jack Quaid stars in the animated serialized coming-of-age story of the Man of Steel and his relationships with Lois Lane and Jimmy Olsen; the show debuts this summer on Adult Swim and HBO Max.
Unreal Fest ANZ Goes Down Under
Epic Games brings the event way down South to help Unreal Engine users from Australia, New Zealand, and Southeast Asia broaden their skills and build community.
Lionsgate’s ‘The Freak Brothers’ Season 1 Arrives on Digital April 17
The adult animated series, based on Gilbert Shelton’s acclaimed underground comics, stars Woody Harrelson, Pete Davidson, John Goodman, and Tiffany Haddish as four pothead time travelers from the 1960s.
Suzuki Toshio Named Studio Ghibli President Amidst Misconduct Allegations
The studio co-founder has taken the reins from former president Hoshino Koji, who retired this week after alleging Suzuki misappropriated company funds.
Illumination Drops ‘Migration’ Teaser Announcement
The studio’s upcoming animated comedy about a funny, feathered family vacation flies into theaters this Christmas.
‘PJ Masks’ Reboots as ‘PJ Masks Power Heroes’ with New Diverse Characters
The 3DCG animated series introduces 6 new Heroes, including wheel-chair user Ice Cub; show premieres on Disney Junior and Disney+ April 19.
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.
Season 2 of ‘Rookie Robot Explores the World’ Coming in June
The non-dialogue pre-school series follows the curious robot Rookie as he goes on adventures that highlight patience, perseverance, and curiosity.
Legendary Acquires ‘Street Fighter’ Live-Action Film, TV Rights
The entertainment giant will team with videogame developer Capcom on all future projects in the famed franchise, including a new feature film already in development.
Warner Bros. Drops Trailer for DCU’s ‘Blue Beetle’
We finally get a look at Xolo Maridueña (‘Cobra Kai’) as recent college grad Jaime Reyes, who becomes the film’s titular character when he is bestowed with an extraordinary suit of armor by the Scarab, an ancient alien biotechnology, in the upcoming film hitting theaters August 18.
Kartoon Channel! Announces Premiere of Shaquille O’Neal's ‘Shaq’s Garage’
The animated action-adventure comedy follows the Shaq PA, a family of vehicles inspired by the NBA Champion’s love of cars, as they go on missions to help the community; Pluto TV debut coming June 5.
