‘The Simpsons’ to Recast Characters of Color; Mike Henry to Stop Voicing Cleveland Brown on ‘Family Guy’
Moves come on the heels of ‘Big Mouth’ and ‘Central Park’ creators’ decision to recast biracial characters with Black or biracial actors.
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‘Big Mouth’ and ‘Central Park’ Will Recast Jenny Slate and Kristen Bell with Black Actors
Creators of both animated comedies apologize for casting white actors in roles for people of color, promising to make changes and be more responsible on such issues moving forward.
‘The Secret Life of Pets 2’ Available Now on Digital and August 27 on Blu-Ray
Illumination’s star-studded animated comedy sequel, being released on Digital, 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray, DVD and On Demand, answers the question: What are your pets really doing when you’re not at home?
WATCH: MGM Drops ‘The Addams Family’ Official Trailer
The ideal ‘eccentric’ American family is back in a creepy, kooky and hilarious new animated feature hitting theatres just in time for Halloween on October 11.
Netflix Picks Up 3 More Seasons of Animated Adult Comedy ‘Big Mouth’
Deal renewing series from childhood friends Nick Kroll and Andrew Goldberg also calls for development of new animated film and TV projects.
Dogs and Their Kids: Chris Renaud Talks ‘The Secret Life of Pets 2’
Illumination Entertainment’s veteran director is back with a touching story about an anxious, ‘helicopter’ dog that finally learns to relax and let go.
GIVEAWAY: Win a ‘The Secret Life of Pets 2’ Plush Toy Schwag Bag!
AWN is giving away one free goodie bag filled with fluffy critters like Gidget and Mel from the sequel to Illumination Entertainment’s 2016 hit animated comedy, ‘The Secret Life of Pets,’ now playing in theatres.
‘Sing 2’ and ‘The Croods 2’ Release Dates Shifted
Universal Pictures has pushed the scheduled openings of two major animated sequels coming in 2020 and 2021.
WATCH: ‘Secret Life of Pets 2’ Celebrates National Pets Day with New Trailer & Snapchat Lenses
Directed by Chris Renaud, Illumination Entertainment’s ‘Secret Life of Pets 2’ is in theaters on June 7.
WATCH: MGM Releases New Teaser Trailer for ‘The Addams Family’
Directed by Conrad Vernon and Greg Tiernan, the CG-animated action comedy based on the iconic cartoon series by Charles Addams arrives in theaters on October 11.
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First Look: MGM Unveils New Poster for ‘The Addams Family’
With production underway in Vancouver at Cinesite Studios, ‘The Addams Family’ arrives in theaters from distributor MGM on October 11.
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TRAILER: Hormone Monsters Go Wild in ‘Big Mouth’ Valentine’s Day Episode
Cupid comes early this year with the launch of ‘My Furry Valentine’ on Netflix on February 8.
Chloe Schools Gidget on ‘Cattitude’ in New ‘Secret Life of Pets 2’ Trailer
Our fierce yet fluffy canine gets a crash course in all things feline in the latest trailer for this summer’s Illumination Entertainment sequel to their 2016 animated hit, ‘Secret Life of Pets.’
Netflix Orders Season 4 Pickup of ‘F Is for Family’
Adult-skewing animated comedy inspired by the life of stand-up comic Bill Burr set for an additional 10 episodes.
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Tiffany Haddish’s Daisy Searches for a Hero in Latest ‘Secret Life of Pets 2’ Trailer
Illumination Entertainment introduces a new character and new mission in the fourth trailer for next summer’s sequel to their 2016 animated hit, ‘Secret Life of Pets.’
Snowball Reveals His Cuddly Superhero Side in New ‘Secret Life of Pets 2’ Trailer
Illumination Entertainment releases the third trailer for next summer’s sequel to their 2016 animated comedy hit, ‘Secret Life of Pets.’
Chloe the Cat is Back in New Trailer for ‘Secret Life of Pets 2’
Illumination Entertainment drops the second trailer for its follow-up to the 2016 animated hit ‘Secret Life of Pets.’
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WATCH: First Trailer Arrives for Illumination’s ‘Secret Life of Pets 2’
Patton Oswalt replaces disgraced comedian Louis C.K. in the lead role of Jack Russell terrier Max in the sequel to Illumination Entertainment’s 2016 hit animated feature.
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HBO Cancels ‘Animals’ After 3 Seasons
Network confirms end of Phil Matarese and Mike Luciano adult animated comedy about the woes and life crises of New York’s many lesser creatures.
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TEASER: ‘Big Mouth’ Returns to Netflix October 5
Gina Rodriguez and David Thewlis join Season 2 voice cast.
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MGM’S ‘The Addams Family’ Feature Finds Its Brood
Oscar Isaac, Charlize Theron, Chloë Grace Moretz, Finn Wolfhard, Nick Kroll, Bette Midler and Allison Janney lend their voices
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‘Pets 2’ Voice Role the First for Harrison Ford
Patton Oswalt reportedly taking over lead role of Max from Louis C.K.; Tiffany Haddish, Nick Kroll and Pete Holmes are also new additions.
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Netflix Orders Season 2 of ‘Big Mouth’
Nick Kroll comedy series for adults gets pickup just over a month after its premiere.
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The Amazing ‘Captain Underpants: The First Epic Movie’ Comes to the Big Screen
DreamWorks Animation’s zany new CG feature, directed by David Soren, brings popular Dav Pilkey book series to life.
Illumination Unwraps Live Holiday Concert for ‘Sing’
YouTube Space LA, Illumination Entertainment and Universal Pictures partner for ‘Sing Presents a Holiday Remix Live on YouTube’ concert; livestream begins at 5:00 PM PT/8:00 PM ET.
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