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9 Chapters are Coming! Headline News

Netflix Drops ‘Maya and the Three’ Final Trailer and New Images

By Dan Sarto | Thursday, September 30, 2021 at 7:25am

Watch as three outcasts – Chimi, Rico, and Picchu – join Princess Maya on her epic quest to defeat Lord Mictlan in Jorge R. Gutiérrez’s highly anticipated 9-chapter tale of a Mesoamerican-inspired warrior princess; series premieres October 22.

Make a World of Difference Headline News

Cartoon Network Teams Up with Climate Action Project to Combat Climate Change

The annual student-focused initiative encourages students and educators to participate in a six-week climate change program; it sets out to inspire kids with daily challenges that can collectively make a difference in the health of our planet.

Anime Headline News

Crunchyroll to Stream ‘Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba’ Story Arcs

Based on the manga by Koyoharu Gotoge, ‘Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Mugen Train Arc’ premieres October 10 with ‘Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Entertainment District Arc’ coming December 5.

Animated TV Series Headline News

‘Blippi Wonders’ Now Playing on YouTube

Debuting today, Moonbug’s new 3D animated series follows the contagiously curious character embarking on fun and funny adventures in his Blippimobile; the educational show inspires kids to learn through discovery and play.

Animated Features Headline News

Disney Drops ‘Encanto’ Official Trailer and Poster

The new animated musical feature from Walt Disney Animation Studios tells the story of a family where each child is blessed with a magic gift, except for one; John Leguizamo joins the cast as Bruno, the uncle no one talks about – film opens in theaters November 24, 2021.

Living LA Cool Headline News

Prime Video Reveals Adult Animated Comedy ‘Fairfax’ Cast

Amazon drops first look images along with the voice cast list for their new series about four middle school friends’ never-ending quest to be cool in LA; all 8 episodes premiere October 29.

Who’s Your Favorite Scaredy Pooch! Headline News

Don’t Miss Scooby-Doo’s ‘Scoobtober’ on HBO Max and Cartoon Network

Everyone’s favorite mystery solving pooch celebrates the month of October with a spooky line-up of all things ‘Scooby-Doo!’

Aren’t You a Bit Curious? Headline News

Peacock Original ‘Curious George: Cape Ahoy’ Premieres September 30

Watch exclusive clip of The Man with the Yellow Hat trying to get George ready for a fun trip to the beach; new animated movie features original songs written by Michele Brourman and Amanda McBroom.

Hypothetically Speaking ANIMATIONWorld

The Forward-Looking, Retro Visual Style of ‘What If…?’

Head of Visual Development and Character Design Ryan Meinerding talks about early twentieth-century influences for the character designs in Marvel Studios’ acclaimed new animated series, now playing on Disney+.

Animated Music Videos Headline News

Fleet Foxes’ ‘Featherweight’ Music Video Takes Flight

Director Sean Pecknold used hand-crafted stop-motion animation and a multiplane camera to capture a young hawk’s struggle to fly with a broken wing; short premiered September 21 at a GRAMMY Museum retrospective featuring band frontman Robin Pecknold.

Finding Wonder in the Every Day ANIMATIONWorld

‘Ada Twist, Scientist’ Explores the Diversity of Family and Accessibility of Science

Premiering today on Netflix, Chris Nee’s brand-new CG animated series about an eight-year-old scientist, produced with Barack and Michelle Obama’s Higher Ground Productions, celebrates the magic of adventure in our own backyards.

Try to Get Along Please! ANIMATIONWorld

‘The Croods: Family Tree’: A Modern Take on Prehistoric Domestic Bliss

DreamWorks Animation’s hilarious new CG series continues mining comedy gold from the trials, tribulations, and shenanigans of the cohabitating Crood and Betterman families; now streaming on Peacock and Hulu.

Cheers! Headline News

FXX Renews ‘Archer’ for Season 13

By Dan Sarto | Tuesday, September 28, 2021 at 2:45pm

Thanksgiving comes early this year, as we learn Sterling Archer will return for a new season filled with his lackadaisical, often inebriated and always hilarious navigation of the ever-changing spy world; Adam Reed’s Emmy Award-winning FXX animated series will be back in 2022 with 8 all-new episodes!

Business Headline News

Pure Imagination Inks Development Deal for William Shatner’s ‘TekWar’

Mixed reality adult animated series, based on the famed actor and author’s sci-fi thriller franchise, will use new technologies to invite viewers to immerse themselves in a real-time multiverse and join the narrative.

TV Animation Headline News

‘Polly Pocket Season 3: Rainbow Funland Adventures’ Hits Netflix September 29

All-new episodes feature our heroine with magical shrinking powers as she and her friends journey to a fantastical theme park; watch exclusive ‘Polly Pocket's Panda Treasure Hunt’ clip.

animated shorts Headline News

Apple and Skydance Animation Release ‘Blush’ Trailer

By Dan Sarto | Tuesday, September 28, 2021 at 9:00am

Emmy Award winner Joe Mateo’s CG short follows a horticulturist-astronaut, trying to survive after crash landing on a desolate dwarf planet, and the visitor who arrives to help him build a new life; film debuts globally October 1 on Apple TV+.

Technology Headline News

Key BOXX Platforms Receive NVIDIA-Certified System Status

By Dan Sarto | Tuesday, September 28, 2021 at 8:05am

Leading tech company’s RAXX P4G data center platform and APEXX S3, APEXX Denali, APEXX T3 & T4, and APEXX W4L desktop workstations have been officially validated, having all successfully completed NVIDIA engineer review after passing a rigorous set of functional and performance tests.

Animated TV Series Headline News

‘Blue’s Clues & You!’ Drops ‘I’m Blue’ Music Video

In celebration of the show's 25 years and the October 1 launch of Season 3, Josh jumps into the nostalgic reimagining of the 90’s hit ‘Blue (Da Ba Dee)’ by electronic/Eurodance group Eiffel 65; new season premiere welcomes back classic fan-favorite kitten Periwinkle.

Mysterious and Spooky! Headline News

MGM Releases ‘The Addams Family 2’ Clip, Images and Music

Finger snaps at ready! Listen to tracks from the highly anticipated soundtrack including Christina Aguilera's new rendition of the famous theme song; the eccentrically odd family returns in the sequel to the studio’s 2019 hit animated feature, arriving at-home and in theaters October 1.

TUDUM…. Headline News

Netflix Unveils Coming Anime Lineup at TUDUM Virtual Event

Anime V-Tuber N-ko treated fans to sneak peeks of brand-new shows coming soon to the streamer; see trailers for ‘Drifting Home’ by Studio Colorido and ‘Super Crooks’ by comic book author Mark Millar.

Your Voice Can Change the World Headline News

Netflix Drops ‘Karma’s World’ Trailer

See first look art and trailer for the new CG series, a coming-of-age story about a young Black girl finding her voice and using it to change her world; created by American rapper, actor, and producer Chris ‘Ludacris’ Bridges, the show hits the streamer October 15.

Technology Headline News

ShotGrid Launches Resource Planning Views to Improve Scheduling Workflows

Autodesk’s production planning platform allows VFX and animation facilities to scale and meet production demands more efficiently; resource planning views optimize artist resources, helping creative teams ramp up for production.

Anime Headline News

Crunchyroll and Fuji TV Ink Development Deal

Together with creative company Slow Curve, the anime streamer and TV network will develop new original anime series for Japanese and global audiences; current collaboration, ‘Muv-Luv Alternative,’ will be released next month.

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