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Spread Your Wings and Fly! Headline News

'Birdgirl' Soars Onto Adult Swim

Spin-off series from the hilarious world of Harvey Birdman, Attorney at Law follows a CEO Superhero trying to right the wrongs of her not so ‘green’ family business; new half-hour comedy series premieres April 4.

In Passing Headline News

‘Archer’ Actress Jessica Walter Dies at 80

By Dan Sarto | Thursday, March 25, 2021 at 2:09pm

The voice of Malory Archer, the FXX hit show’s acerbic, biting, and hilariously strident spymaster, also known for her work as matriarch Lucille Bluth on ‘Arrested Development,’ passes away at her New York home.

They’re Back! Headline News

New ‘Rugrats’ Series Fills Out Voice Cast

By Dan Sarto | Friday, March 19, 2021 at 10:15am

Tony Hale, Natalie Morales, Anna Chlumsky, and Michael McKean among actors joining the original voice cast on Nickelodeon’s reimagined CG show, premiering this Spring on Paramount+, with a network release planned later in the year.

Ho Ho Ho! ANIMATIONWorld

Everyday Family Dysfunction Heads North in SYFY’s ‘The Pole’

By Dan Sarto | Wednesday, March 17, 2021 at 10:35am

For series creators Matthew Bass and Theodore Bressman, druggie penguins, workshop politics, and a ‘dick pic’ scandal are mere foreplay in the twisted power struggle over the Red Suit; their new animated comedy about an extremely flawed Santa premieres tonight on SYFY.

TV Animation Headline News

‘Birdgirl’ Flies onto Adult Swim

By Dan Sarto | Tuesday, March 16, 2021 at 1:02pm

There’s a new CEO at Sebben & Sebben… and her misfit superhero clan promises droll humor and witty banter as they fight against irresponsible 20th century products; new half-hour comedy series premieres April 4.

You’re Invited! Headline News

‘Descendants: The Royal Wedding’ Animated Special Coming to Disney Channel

Auradon's epic social event of the season, Mal and King Ben's wedding, premieres this summer, with the original live-action cast back to handle voice acting duties.

Independent Animation Blogs

‘Bombay Rose’ – Viewpoint and Vision

VIEW Conference executive director Dr. Maria Elena Gutierrez shares her thoughts on the complex vision of reality, and ultimate celebration of life, in Gitanjali Rao’s debut hand-painted animated feature film, premiering today on Netflix.

Independent Animation ANIMATIONWorld

‘Bombay Rose’ Paints an Intimate Portrait of India’s Past and Present

For writer and director Gitanjali Rao, the ‘love’ within a simple rose inspired her compelling and beautifully hand-painted animated film about people in India living unfulfilled lives as they struggle to survive.

Cops Getting Animated Headline News

A Now Animated Season 4 of ‘No Activity’ Debuts April 8 on Paramount+

CBS Studios drops trailer for the popular, previously live-action original comedy series that gets an all-new CG animated format. 

Business Headline News

Animated ‘Star Trek: Prodigy’ Premiering This Year on Paramount+

By Dan Sarto | Thursday, February 25, 2021 at 9:50am

All-new CG kids’ series about a group of lawless teens who discover a derelict Starfleet ship will also run on Nickelodeon; entire ‘Star Trek’ universe will be made available on the newly rebranded platform.

Casting Diversity Headline News

Matt Groening Addresses ‘The Simpsons’ Re-Casting Moves

By Dan Sarto | Wednesday, February 24, 2021 at 7:53am

In a new BBC interview, the iconic show’s creator shares his support for the decision to replace Harry Shearer in the role of Dr. Hibbert, agreeing that change is needed, not just with actors, but the entire industry.

Voice Acting Headline News

Kevin Michael Richardson Replaces Harry Shearer as Dr. Hibbert on ‘The Simpsons’

By Dan Sarto | Monday, February 22, 2021 at 3:19pm

Following last June’s announcement that white actors would no longer voice Black characters on the show, producers reveal that starting with next week’s episode, Richardson will take over the role Shearer has voiced for over 30 years.

SVOD Headline News

‘Trollstopia’ Season 2 Hits Peacock and Hulu March 18

Based on the popular DreamWorks’ animated films, the next chapter of the series sees Poppy bring unity to all of the musical trolls scattered through the forest… or does she?

People Headline News

Jane Fonda Joins Cast of Apple and Skydance Animation’s ‘Luck’

By Dan Sarto | Thursday, February 18, 2021 at 12:23pm

The Academy Award winning actor will voice ‘The Dragon’ in Peggy Holmes’ tale of the unluckiest girl in the world, the first project under the animation studio's new multi-year deal to produce films and TV shows for Apple TV+. 

SVOD Headline News

Netflix Sets March 8 Release for Gitanjali Rao’s ‘Bombay Rose’

By Dan Sarto | Tuesday, February 9, 2021 at 12:45pm

Premiering on International Women’s Day, the hand-painted animated feature, based on true events, is the Indian director’s riveting ode to people living unfulfilled lives as they struggle to survive in the big city.

In Passing Headline News

‘F Is for Family’ Writer and Voice Actor Marc Edward Wilmore Dies at 57

Widely known for his work on Bill Burr’s animated series, he is also remembered for his contributions to ‘The Simpsons,’ for which he received a Primetime Emmy Award, and the stop-motion animated series ‘The PJs.’

Barnacles! Headline News

New ‘SpongeBob’ Movie and ‘Kamp Koral’ Spin-off to Debut on Paramount+

'The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge On The Run’ and ‘Kamp Koral: SpongeBob’s Under Years’ will premiere on March 4 with the launch of Paramount+, ViacomCBS’ rebrand of their CBS All Access streaming platform.

Animated TV Series Headline News

‘Big Hero 6 The Series’ Finale Coming February 15

The animated series will continue to air on Disney channels worldwide; watch the voice cast reminisce about their characters and favorite memories from the show.

Music for TV Headline News

Gareth Coker to Score Studio Wildcard’s ‘ARK: The Animated Series’

By Dan Sarto | Monday, January 25, 2021 at 2:37pm

The BAFTA-nominated composer is known for scoring Ubisoft’s ‘Immortals: Fenyx Rising and Microsoft’s upcoming ‘Halo Infinite.’

Life finds a way Headline News

‘Jurassic World: Camp Cretaceous’ Season 2 Now Streaming on Netflix

All-new episodes of the hit DreamWorks Animation adventure series find the kids forced deep into the jungle when T.Rex takes over Main Street; watch some teaser clips from the new season.

VR experience Headline News

Baobab Studios’ ‘Baba Yaga’ Now Available on Oculus Quest

By Dan Sarto | Thursday, January 14, 2021 at 8:41am

Leading interactive studio’s latest VR experience is released today; first-ever live virtual reality red carpet premiere for the short was the ultimate socially distanced event, with attendees using Oculus Quest headsets to interact in real-time as avatars.

I Want More SpongeBob! Headline News

EXTENDED SNEAK PEEK: ‘Kamp Koral: SpongeBob’s Under Years’

The first-ever SpongeBob SquarePants animated prequel, teased during halftime of this afternoon’s NFL Wild Card Game, is produced by Nickelodeon Animation for Paramount+, ViacomCBS’ new subscription video on-demand platform launching later this year.

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