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‘CoComelon Lane’ Leads Slate of New Netflix Preschool Series

By Dan Sarto | Friday, September 29, 2023 at 2:47pm

Coming in 2023/2024, the new show from Moonbug is joined by ‘Hot Wheels Let’s Race,’ ‘Dee & Friends in Oz,’ and ‘Mighty Monsterwheelies;’ ‘Gabby’s Dollhouse’ order upped to 100 episodes, and new seasons of ‘Not Quite Narwhal,’ ‘Go, Dog. Go!’ and ‘The Creature Case’ also on the way.

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‘SpongeBob SquarePants’ Renewed for Season 15

By Dan Sarto | Friday, September 29, 2023 at 1:50pm

Nickelodeon’s most popular undersea property and #1 animated series will return for another season of nautical hijinks as the iconic franchise heads towards its 25th anniversary next year.

From Toy to Silver Screen Headline News

Cinemark, Build-A-Bear to Release ‘Glisten and the Merry Mission’ in Theaters

With a special program offering a free child’s ticket to those who visit a Build-A-Bear Workshop and make a furry friend during the film’s theatrical run, Build-A-Bear’s new animated feature will release in Cinemark theaters across the country starting November 3. 

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Kartoon Studios Appoints Brian Parisi as CFO

On the heels of recent brand and digital platform launches along with a transition to the NYSE, the company adds the entertainment, media and high-tech industry executive who has held positions at the NFL Hall of Fame, Live Nation Entertainment, Warner Bros. and Universal Studios. 

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‘Fortnite,’ Unreal Engine Studio Epic Games to Layoff 830

Announced by CEO Jim Sweeney on Thursday, the company plans a 16% workforce reduction as well as a divestiture of Bandcamp in a move towards a new ‘metaverse-inspired ecosystem’ strategy.

Representation! Headline News

Workinman Interactive Workers Unanimously Unionize in Historic Labor Board Vote

Collective bargaining negotiations will now begin with the company on behalf of the first union of dedicated video game workers under IATSE in the U.S.

The Prodigal Son Returns! Headline News

Chris Sanders Returns to DreamWorks to Write and Direct ‘The Wild Robot’

By Dan Sarto | Thursday, September 28, 2023 at 1:08pm

The three-time Oscar nominee is adapting Caldecott Honor winner Peter Brown’s 2016 NY Times bestseller, with Jeff Hermann producing and Dean DeBlois, with whom he wrote and directed both ‘How to Train Your Dragon’ and ‘Lilo & Stitch,’ executive producing.

It’s Pawsome! Headline News

Third ‘PAW Patrol’ Feature Film in Development

Spin Master celebrates PAW's 10-year anniversary with the announcement of ‘PAW Patrol 3,’ set for theatrical release in 2026, with the franchises second film, ‘PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie’ out September 29. 

An End in Sight Headline News

WGA Leaders Vote… the 148 Day Strike is Officially Over

By Dan Sarto | Wednesday, September 27, 2023 at 10:13am

After five consecutive days of negotiations that lead to a tentative agreement on a new three-year contract, guild leaders have voted and the strike is officially over. 

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Integreon Launches Creo, Opens State-of-the-Art Design Studio in Manila

Leveraging generative AI technology, the new tool optimizes creation of slides, decks, and other presentation materials; new studio will further enhance its graphic design, illustration, animation, podcasts, video, and production capabilities, among other creative services.

People Headline News

‘Moana’ Producer Osnat Shurer Joins Baobab Studios

By Dan Sarto | Wednesday, September 27, 2023 at 8:05am

The multiple Oscar nominee, named Co-Chief Creative Officer alongside Chief Creative Officer Eric Darnell, will work on the studio’s ‘Momoguro’ franchise that includes games and a series in development, as well as shows in development with Disney+.

The Biggest Gaming Deal Ever Headline News

Is the CMA Set to Approve Microsoft’s Acquisition of Activision Blizzard?

The U.K. authority acknowledged that the restructured deal ‘makes important changes that substantially address concerns,’ in a statement last Friday, and will announce a final decision by October 6.

Video Games Are Next Headline News

SAG-AFTRA Authorizes Strike Against Major Video Game Companies

The union can now use the threat of a strike as a bargaining chip to increase wages and protect against AI when talks resume September 26 with companies such as Electronic Arts and Activision.

An End in Sight Headline News

WGA, AMPTP Set to End Strike with Historic Contract Agreement

After 146 days on strike and five consecutive days of negotiations, both parties have tentatively agreed on a new three-year contract, with guild leaders expected to vote on the final pact and strike lift on Tuesday.

Professional Animation Tools Even Beginners Can Master Headline News

Cartoon Animator Unveils Game-Changing 5.2 Updates

By Dan Sarto | Monday, September 25, 2023 at 7:17am

Reallusion’s latest release automates 2D production with cursor-led movement, integrating an intuitive interface and seamless keyframe editing to generate animations in mere seconds.

The End of an Era Headline News

Studio Ghibli Sells Controlling Stake to Nippon Television

After almost three decades of partnership, the famed studio will become a subsidiary of the Japanese broadcaster in a move that should solve the issue of succession after Hayao Miyazaki’s son Goro declined to take over.

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Podcast EP 225: Caroline Foley on How to Actually Sell an Original Animated Show Idea

The animator, writer, story editor, set designer and founder of Tiny Lion animation studio shares how to polish your pitch, connect with studios to deliver it – and what it’s like when you succeed.

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Digital Domain and PRG Announce Co-Branded Partnership

The entertainment leaders are teaming up to provide an all-in-one solution for high-end visual effects, holograms, virtual production, and content creation services.

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3Dconnexion Brings Ergonomics and Efficiency to Digital Content Creation

The company’s powerful, ergonomically designed SpaceMouse 3D, CadMouse, and Keyboard Pro are providing improved creative workflows and professional-grade comfort to artists in the animation and game industries. 

The Strike Toll Keeps Growing Headline News

DNEG Staff Asked to Take Pay Cuts or Salary Loan Paybacks in Face of Strikes

After reportedly laying off 7.5% of its London HQ workforce in July, the prolific VFX firm has given its more than 10,000 employees the option of taking a pay cut up to 25%, join a salary loan payback program, or risk termination. 

The Purrfect Quest Begins ANIMATIONWorld

Watch Next Talks ‘Dungeons & Kittens’ and the Magic of Non-Linear Storytelling

Philippe Alessandri, Clément De Ruyter and Sylvain Huchet discuss their serialized animated kids’ show – and tabletop game – filled with ‘meowgic’ and adventure, that follows four kittens banished from the ‘Kingdom of Cats’ who must learn to work together to find the treasure that will be their ticket home. 

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