Jellyfish Pictures Secures Minority Investment from Key Capital Partners
Following the deal, the UK-based animation and VFX studio plans to expand staff to more than 600 by end of 2022.
Podcast EP 151: How Derek Gerber Sells Animated Explainer Videos to Businesses - and Is Really Good at It!
Explainy exec discusses the 3 pillars of running a successful animation studio and shares how to get really, really good at video search engine optimization.
Gruppo Alcuni Cartoons Launches ‘Cartoons for Peace’ Fundraiser
Studio offers animated miniseries to networks and channels in exchange for donations to raise funds benefiting children in war zones… ‘because children in the Ukraine, or in any war zone, are the first victims of war.’
‘The Boys Presents: Diabolical’: 8 Different Visions of Blood-Drenched Mayhem
Simon Racioppa, executive producer of Prime Video’s new ‘The Boys’ animated anthology spinoff, talks about its genesis and production, and the many A-list talents who make it so unique; show premieres on the streamer March 4.
‘Green Eggs and Ham’ Season 2 Coming April 8
The all-new episodes follow Guy and Sam venturing out on a road trip… oh the lessons they will learn!
Peacock Announces ‘Twisted Metal’ Live-Action Game Adaptation
Based on the hugely popular PlayStation game series, the comedy series stars Anthony Mackie as John Doe; Mackie and Will Arnett are set to executive produce.
Disney Junior Announces First-Ever ‘Fun Fest’
Mark your calendars for the one-day event taking place at Disney California Adventure Park on April 29; the fun-filled day will feature characters from fan favorite series, sneek peeks, a ‘Doc McStuffins’ stage show and an ‘Alice’s Wonderland Bakery’ Unbirthday Party.
Next PreVIEW Set: A Conversation with the Creatives Behind Pixar’s ‘Turning Red’
Join the virtual conversation with the creative team behind the studio’s new animated feature; the free March 18 event is hosted by the VIEW Conference in partnership with OGR.
Technicolor Plans to Spin-off and List Newly Re-Organized Creative Studios Group
Company will retain 35% stake in new entity that includes MPC for film and episodic VFX, The Mill for advertising, Mikros for animation, and Technicolor Games for the gaming industry; debt refinancing also planned, with deal set to conclude the latter part of Q3 2022.
‘Poupelle Of Chimney Town’ Coming to Premium VOD May 3
The film, based on the popular book by Akihiro Nishino, tells a tale of friendship, courage and hope; coming to digital May 17 and Blu-ray + DVD combo May 31.
Titmouse LA Production Workers File to Unionize
Petition for a union election has been filed with the NLRB, and The Animation Guild has begun working with studio leadership towards a path for voluntary recognition.
Crunchyroll's ‘Jujutsu Kaisen 0’ Tickets on Sale
New images, trailer and English voice cast announced for the highly anticipated anime coming to theaters in the US and Canada March 18.
John DiMaggio Set to Return as Bender in Hulu’s ‘Futurama’ Revival
The series’ last unsigned original star is finally on board to voice 20 new episodes, putting to rest a period of rocky contract negotiations.
‘Pokémon Legends Arceus’ Being Made into an Online Anime Series This Year
The forthcoming series was teased over the weekend with some chilly artwork set in the show’s fabled Hisui region.
Exclusive Funimation Library Now Available on Crunchyroll
Post-merger consolidation of SVOD services under the Crunchyroll brand offers fans greater access to extensive anime with subs, dubs, films, and simulcasts in over 200 countries.
Helen Mirren and Hugh Jackman Guest Star on Netflix’s ‘Human Resources’
‘Big Mouth’ spin-off nabs A-list voice talent including Janelle Monáe, Lupita Nyong'o, and Ali Wong; check out the official trailer for the ‘even edgier and adult-ier’ animated comedy streaming March 18.
Cosm Studios and Baobab Studios Ink ‘Namoo’ Deal
The exclusive agreement will bring Erick Oh’s award-winning animated short to planetariums and fulldome theaters around the world.
Peanuts Worldwide Launches ‘The Armstrong Project’ HBCU Endowment
Initiative provides $200k to two Historically Black Colleges and Universities to fund scholarships, mentorships, and internships for students studying arts, communications, animation, or entertainment; program kicks off 2022-2023 school year with scholarships at Howard University in Washington, DC, and Hampton University in Hampton, Virginia.
Cinco Paul to Make Directorial Debut with Animated ‘Winter Wonderland’
The movie project will blend live-action and stop-motion, and feature original music by Paul, who previously co-wrote the ‘Despicable Me’ trilogy.
Toonz Media Group Announces ‘Bartali’s Bicycle’ Co-Production
Inspired by the cyclist Gino Bartali’s acts of bravery in saving Jewish lives during the Nazi occupation of Italy during World War II, the 2D animated film is set for release in early 2023.
Activision Shareholder Lawsuits Challenge $69 Billion Sale to Microsoft
New suits allege game company’s lack of transparency about the deal, as well as company insiders’ conflicts of interest.
FMX 2022 Releases More Programming Highlights
Conference confirms presentations on the VFX behind the popular Netflix series ‘Arcane’ and the origins and creation of ‘The Adventures of Paddington,’ as well as more onsite masterclasses and partners; the event runs onsite May 3-5, online May 6 and on demand through May 31.
Titmouse’s Famed 5 Second Day Screenings Return to Vancouver, NY and LA
Not to be missed showcase of studio’s in-house animated shorts program will screen live in theaters once again; coming March 22 in Vancouver and March 25 in Los Angeles and New York.
ITFS 2022 Releases Program Highlights
Upcoming hybrid event runs in person and online May 3-8; event will feature ‘In Persona’ series featuring a line-up of internationally renowned animators, The Gamezone with nominated games and interactive projects, a special program dedicated to the events theme ‘Black is Back!’ and more.
Guru Studios Drops ‘Big Blue’ Extended Theme Song
Watch the popular series’ new animated music video featuring the catchy hip-hop tune by Anthem Entertainment’s Jingle Punks and produced by Timbaland; the song is now available across streaming services.
