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Zoic Studios and Tapas Media to Co-Develop ‘MNEMOSYNE’
Stephan Franck Launches Kickstarter for ‘PALOMINO’ Graphic Novel
First of Dark Planet Comics’ four-part series captures urban country music scene in Los Angeles in the 1980s.
WATCH: Trevor Romain’s ‘How to Explain Coronavirus to Kids’ Animated Short
Simple stop-motion short film, by best-selling kid’s author and illustrator, helps parents explains, and children understand, about slowing the spread of COVID-19.
Dandelooo Launches ‘Petit’ Season 2
Emmy-nominated kid’s series endeavors to encourage children to trust their imagination and embrace their own, unique worldview.
Starlight Media and Lion Forge Animation Sign Co-Production Deal
Companies enter into multi-year/multi-project joint venture to bring both existing and new IP projects to the Chinese market.
Atomic Cartoons Drops Trailer for Season 2 of ‘The Last Kids on Earth’
Coming to Netflix April 17, popular animated series resumes with The Last Kids on Earth and the Zombie Parade, based on the 2nd book in the franchise.
‘Gigantosaurus: The Game’ Now Available
Based on ‘Gigantosaurus’ series airing on Disney Junior, game lets players explore a vast, prehistoric world as their favorite dino buddy from the show.
Jennifer Garner and Warren Buffett Voice COVID-19 Prevention PSAs for Kids
First three of seven animated spots released, using ‘Llama Llama,’ ‘Secret Millionaires Club,’ and other Genius Brands International properties to help kids learn safe hygiene.
Season 2 of ‘Pinkalicious & Peterrific’ Premieres on PBS Kids March 30
Popular preschool series kicks off with a week of brand-new episodes emphasizing music, dance and visual arts
Enanimation Announces Distribution Deal for ‘Nina & Olga’
Rai Ragazzi pre-acquires Season 1 of preschool series based on popular children’s book series by Nicoletta Costa.
OddBot Announces 2 New Animated Series, ‘Job Jungle’ and ‘True Martian’
Studio also announces book option on ‘Beautiful Oops!;’ planned series will show kids how to transform blunder to wonder.
‘Betty Boop’s Guide to a Bold and Balanced Life’ Now Available
New book commemorates Fleischer Studios’ beloved, sassy character, celebrating her 90th anniversary this year.
New PBS Kids Musical Special ‘The Rhythm and Roots of Arthur’ Premieres January 20
Longest running kids’ show continues with a new adventure for ‘Arthur’ - featuring music, family and some llamas!
How Advances in VFX Transform the Potential for Storytelling
Ever seen a “ghoulie” killed by a chainsaw through the chest? If you’ve seen the Netflix series ‘Daybreak’ you have, and I thank you for watching.
New Edition of Liz Blazer’s ‘Animated Storytelling’ Now Available
The animator and educator’s updated guidebook on animated filmmaking includes a new section on nonlinear, experimental films; AWN readers can get 35% off their purchase through Peachpit.
Magic Light Pictures’ ‘Zog’ Launches Today on Amazon Prime
Latest animated short from the studio behind Oscar-nominated ‘The Gruffalo,’ ‘Room on the Broom,’ ‘Revolting Rhymes’ and ‘Chico & Rita’ is now available to stream or download.
The Clumsy Yet Charming Dragon of ‘Zog’
Directors Max Lang and Daniel Snaddon discuss the challenges of staying true in the 3D world to the popular rhyming picture book about a bumbling but enthusiastic young dragon.
A Son’s Compelling Tribute to his Fabled Father, Ub Iwerks
Don Iwerks talks about his new book, Walt Disney’s Ultimate Inventor: The Genius of Ub Iwerks, which celebrates the singular achievements of the irrepressible innovator.
Livestream Event: Disney Legend Don Iwerks Discusses New Ub Iwerks Book December 11
Presented by D23, the free livestream from Walt Disney Imagineering’s Glendate campus includes panel led by Leonard Maltin, with Bob Weis, Linda Folsom and Leslie Iwerks.
Mark Simon Releases New Book ‘Start at the Top – Stories to Help You Succeed’
Author, cartoonist and story artist on productions including ‘The Walking Dead’ and ‘Woody Woodpecker’ shares dozens of lessons learned from a 30-year career filled with both successes and failures.
Atomic Cartoons and Cyber Group Developing ‘The Last Kids on Earth’ Game
New video game being created in consultation with producers of Netflix’s animated series, which launched this past September.
Book Review: On Animation: The Director’s Perspective Volumes 1 and 2
Bill Kroyer, Tom Sito and Ron Diamond’s expansive anthology is an intimate and comprehensive record of firsthand experiences from a ‘Who’s Who’ of top industry directors.
Hulu’s ‘The Bravest Knight’ Launching 8 New Episodes October 11
Hulu Original series, a finalist for the MIPCOM Diversify TV Excellence award, breaks new ground with a message of inclusion in storytelling to young audiences.
DreamWorks Debuts Trailer for ‘The Spooky Tales of Captain Underpants: Hack-A-Ween’
Netflix brings a new Captain Underpants special to your door for any early Halloween treat – streaming on October 8!