DreamWorks CG Short ‘Marooned’ Coming to AMC Theatres
Studio’s latest Shorts Program effort will run in front of favorite films screened as part of theatre chain’s August 23-29 DreamWorks Animation Week celebration.
Nickelodeon Announces ‘LEGO Jurassic World: Legend of Isla Nublar’ CG Animated Series
Set before the events of Universal’s 2015 ‘Jurassic World’ blockbuster action adventure, the 13-episode show premieres September 14.
Frenemies Unite Against an Icy Foe in ‘The Angry Birds Movie 2’
Production designer Pete Oswald discusses the challenge of creating Zeta, an engaging new villain, and her sub-zero Eagle Island lair in Sony Pictures Animation and Rovio’s ‘Angry Birds’ animated comedy sequel.
Trojan Horse Was A Unicorn Reveals Expanded Recruitment Slate for THU 2019
Leading European digital entertainment conference announces extensive list of major studios that will be recruiting at the upcoming September 23-28 event in Valletta, Malta.
Reviews: ‘Buñuel in the Labyrinth of the Turtles’ and Rob Paulsen’s ‘Voice Lessons’
The Misweant writes about a different labyrinth and definitely not those ‘Turtles;’ plus, with apologies to Rocket J. Squirrel, ‘that voice… where have I heard that voice?’
Kevin Smith’s Animated ‘Masters of the Universe: Revelation’ Coming to Netflix
Famed ‘Clerks and ‘Chasing Amy’ director to serve as showrunner and executive producer of new limited anime series, produced with Mattel TV, focused on unresolved 1980s era ‘He-Man’ storylines.
3 Time Oscar-Winning Animator Richard Williams Dies at 86
Legendary animation director, artist, teacher and mentor best known for ‘Who Framed Roger Rabbit’ and ‘The Animators Survival Kit,’ passes away at his home in Bristol, England.
‘Spirited Away’ Collector’s Edition Coming November 12
Limited edition Blu-ray, book and CD include original theatrical trailers, storyboards, TV spots, and a look behind the microphone during the making of Studio Ghibli and Hayao Miyazaki's seminal, Oscar-winning animated film.
‘Puffin Rock’ Gets Greenlit for the Big Screen!
Based on the award-winning preschool series, film will be the first animated feature produced in Northern Ireland.
Netflix Greenlights Elvis Presley as ‘Agent King’
Marking 42nd anniversary of the King’s death, Priscilla Presley and Sony Pictures Animation announce their new adult animated action comedy superhero crime-fighting series.
Jhonen Vasquez Thankfully Returns with ‘Invader Zim: Enter the Florpus’
With a new movie launching today on Netflix, the iconic Nickelodeon series’ creator and his evil extraterrestrial conqueror are back, bringing a ray of horrific animated sunshine to otherwise dark times.
Benedict Cumberbatch and David Oyelowo Cast in Animated ‘The Tiger Who Came to Tea’
Half-hour special from Lupus Films, airing on Channel 4 this Christmas, brings classic children’s book to life with distinctive hand-drawn animation style.
Festival Stop-Motion Montreal 2019 Names New Co-Directors
Marie Valade and Dominique Côté take over for founder Érik Goulet, who joins the board of directors along with eight other new appointees.
New BFI Fund to Support UK Animated Short Productions
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.’
‘The Secret Life of Pets 2’ Available Now on Digital and August 27 on Blu-Ray
Illumination’s star-studded animated comedy sequel, being released on Digital, 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray, DVD and On Demand, answers the question: What are your pets really doing when you’re not at home?
‘Star Wars Resistance’ Season 2 Premiere Set for October 6
The fight against the First Order continues this fall as Disney Channel announces the Emmy-nominated series’ final season return.
Ottawa Animation Festival Pitch This! Deadline Extended
Canadian animators have until August 23 to submit their project proposals for the upcoming TAC forum kids' show pitching competition.
Call for Entries: MONSTRA Animation Festival 2020
Submissions are now being accepted in feature and short film categories for the 20th edition, being held March 18-29, 2020 in Lisbon, Portugal.
18th Annual VES Awards Rules and Procedures Announced
The Visual Effects Society releases work project submissions guidelines for upcoming Awards consideration, including information on a new category, qualification changes and deadlines.
World’s Best Graphics Conference to be Pixel Perfect When it Hits Brisbane
For Siggraph Asia 2019 Conference Chair Dr. Tomasz Bednarz, the upcoming event will captivate attendees with stunning artistry, technology and creative achievements.
Jellyfish Pictures Appoints Matthew Bristowe as Director of Operations
Industry veteran with 20+ years of creative and commercial experience to bolster studio’s continued growth in animation and VFX.
Every Wallaby Has His Day: Rocko Returns in ‘Rocko’s Modern Life: Static Cling’
Debuting today on Netflix, Joe Murray’s animated special introduces a new generation to his zany 1993 Nicktoon series’ O-Town characters, who return home after 20 years in space.
Andrew Millstein and Clark Spencer Lead Disney Animation Executive Shakeup
Management changes at Walt Disney Animation and Blue Sky Studios signal Disney’s effort to more fully integrate former Fox film and TV assets is gaining strength.