Microsoft Buying Activision Blizzard in Largest Gaming Industry Deal Ever
Tech giant’s planned $68.7 billion purchase signals everyone that it’s all in on capturing future generations of gamers.
‘Dune’ and ‘Encanto’ Lead VES Award Nominations
Nominees in 25 categories across film, TV, real-time, and special venue projects represent the top visual effects and animation work produced over the past year; ceremony format and venue yet to be revealed due to the ongoing pandemic.
‘Bad Seeds’: Award-Winning Filmmaker Claude Cloutier is One to Watch
The Canadian filmmaker, known for films like ‘Carface’ and ‘Sleeping Betty,’ brings us a powerful tale of rivalry and greed, deftly played out with carnivorous plants.
Netflix Drops ‘The Cuphead Show!’ Trailer and Images
Upcoming series, based on the hugely successful Studio MDHR video game, is a crazy, surreal, 2D retro animation-styled slapstick comedy starring Cuphead and his brother Mugman seeking fun and adventure on Inkwell Isles… pursued by none other than the Devil himself; show premieres February 18.
Crunchyroll Reveals Winter Anime Dub Slate
Streamer drops new dubbed episodes of fan favorites ‘Platinum End,’ and ‘Death Note;’ new dubs for the international anime audience now include ‘That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime Season 2’ and ‘Haikyu!!’
Mike Rianda Shares Manifesto for Making 'The Greatest Animated Movie of All Time'
‘The Mitchells vs. The Machines’ writer/director says he was ‘terrified’ of making his first feature, and writing these creative rules helped bring his vision into focus.
‘DreamWorks Madagascar: A Little Wild’ Season 6 Now Streaming
Marty finds a puppy and tries to locate its owner and Alex insists he’s ‘King of the Jungle; watch all new episodes on Peacock and Hulu.
Watch the Clip: ‘Big Nate’ Now Streaming on Paramount+
Yesterday, football fans got a halftime treat - a sneak peek of Nickelodeon’s New Original CG series based on the best-selling books by Lincoln Peirce; the show follows Nate, a precocious 11-year-old boy and his misadventures in middle school.
Sphere Media Acquires Montreal Animation Studio Sardine Productions
Company believes its move to snag the ‘Chop Chop Ninja’ and ‘My Goldfish is Evil!’ producer will strengthen its foothold in the international animation marketplace.
Territory Studio Names Colleen Butler Executive Producer
Bringing extensive entertainment, gaming and publishing experience, the Mutiny Pictures co-founder will oversee business development out of company's San Francisco office.
4th Annual BRIC Virtual Summit Line-Up Announced
Featuring an opening keynote by KidNation founder Chris ‘Ludacris’ Bridges, the February 11-12 event will feature an executive workshop as well as speakers from NBCUniversal, ViacomCBS, Disney, and DreamWorks.
‘South Park’ Rings in 25th Anniversary, Sets New Season and Premiere Date
Finally… Trey Parker and Matt Stone’s seminal cartoon comedy returns to Comedy Central with its first all-new episodes since 2019.
All 4 ‘Adventure Time: Distant Lands’ Specials Coming to Blu-Ray and DVD
Produced by Cartoon Network Studios, the Max Original limited series comes home March 8; all seasons of ‘Adventure Time’ are now streaming on HBO Max.
‘Riverdance: The Animated Adventure’ Reimagines an Iconic Musical
Director Eammon Butler and director/co-writer Dave Rosenbaum talk about authenticity, animating dance, and the challenge of transforming a world-renowned non-narrative stage show into a CG animated feature, now streaming on Netflix.
Last Call for Entries: AniMovie - Feature-Length Film Competition 2022
You can submit your animated feature film to the 29th Stuttgart International Festival of Animated Film for the AniMovie feature-length film competition only until January 17, 2022!
Mamoru Hosoda’s ‘Belle’: Learning to Become Your Truest Self
The Oscar-nominated ‘Mirai’ director discusses his new film, about a shy young high school girl who comes of age as she takes a fantastical journey through the virtual world of ‘U,’ releasing today in North American theaters.
Tony Hawk Guest Stars in ‘The Casagrandes’
The world-famous skateboarder voices Ronnie Anne’s rival skate team’s coach, and things get gnarly; the all-new episode hits Nickelodeon January 14.
Why Producers of ‘The Joan of Arc Case’ are Betting Big on Animated Docudrama
French studio Program33, which just released the hugely popular ‘Building Notre Dame,’ believes that animating history is the best way to reach younger viewers.
‘Puppy Dog Pals’ Returns with Cute New Pets and Silly, Fun Adventures
Executive producer Michael Olson talks about Season 5 of the hit Disney Junior show, premiering January 14, and how new characters brought renewed storytelling and production energy for the latest escapades of Bingo, Rolly, and their friends.
‘Bob’s Burgers’ and ‘The Simpsons’ Lead 2022 WGA Awards Nominations for Animation
FOX shows nab 5 noms, with ‘Tuca & Bertie’ taking the sixth; winners to be honored at March 20 WGA awards ceremony.
2022 BAFTA Longlists Released
7 selections in Animated Film include ‘Encanto,’ ‘Flee,’ and ‘Sing 2,’ with ‘Affairs of the Art’ and ‘Robin Robin’ among 6 in consideration for British Animated Short; ‘Dune’ leads group of 15 VFX-driven films.
MPC Film, MPC Episodic and MR X Merge into MPC
Technicolor Creative Studios continues its strategic rebranding and consolidation by integrating its visual effects companies into one of the world’s largest VFX studios.
Disney Sets Three 'Strategic Pillars' for Success in 2022
In a memo sent to staff, CEO Bob Chapek notes company’s mission is clear as it works to ensure next 100 years are as successful as its first.
‘Belle’: GKIDS Releases Dazzling Opening Scene and More New Footage
Mamoru Hosoda’s highly anticipated new animated feature introduces its unique universe with a sweeping musical number that instantly immerses you in the digital world “U.”