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Los Angeles Timesworld13 days ago
Minions & Monsters Opens in Theaters with 1920s Hollywood Setting
The new Minions prequel places its characters in 1920s Los Angeles as they attempt to work in the early studio system. French animator Pierre Coffin wrote the script and directed the film after receiving creative control from producer Chris Meledandri.
Forbesfinance13 days ago
Adult Swim Orders New Series and Robot Chicken Specials
Adult Swim announced new programming during a presentation at the 2026 Annecy International Animation Film Festival. The network greenlit a series about three frogs robbing a bank and scheduled two Robot Chicken specials.
Varietyscience21 days ago
Warner Bros. Pictures Animation Announces New Projects at Annecy Festival
The studio revealed a partnership for an original animated musical and added voice cast members for an upcoming feature. Additional footage from other projects was also shown during the presentation.
nypost.comworld41 days ago
Mexico’s First Stop-Motion Film to Premiere on Netflix June 12
Two filmmakers from Mexico City completed the country’s first stop-motion animated feature after receiving guidance from a well-known director. The film will stream worldwide on Netflix next week.
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Wiredtechnology41 days ago
Glitch Productions to Release 'The Amazing Digital Circus' Finale in Over 4,000 Theaters for Two Weeks Before YouTube Debut
Glitch Productions will release the final episode of its web series in more than 4,000 theaters worldwide before it reaches YouTube. The move follows strong presale demand and marks a short two-week window before streaming.
nypost.comworld50 days ago
Rick and Morty Season 9 Premieres May 24 on Adult Swim
The ninth season of the animated series Rick and Morty begins tonight at 11 p.m. ET. New episodes will air weekly on Adult Swim before streaming on other platforms later.
insidermonkey.comworld52 days ago
The Sheep Detectives Film Adapts Novel About Animals Solving Murder
The movie follows a flock of sheep that investigates the killing of their shepherd. It mixes elements of a murder mystery with talking-animal storytelling.
news.sky.comworld59 days ago
Manchester City Striker Erling Haaland to Voice Viking Character in Animated Film Viqueens
The Manchester City striker will voice an animated version of himself in the film directed by Harald Zwart. Haaland has scored 26 goals in the 2025-26 Premier League season and leads the Golden Boot race. Viqueens is scheduled for release around Christmas.
The Vergetechnology60 days ago
Netflix Launches Internal AI Animation Studio Called INKubator
The streaming service quietly launched the internal unit in March 2026 and is hiring producers, software engineers and CG artists. INKubator will use experimental GenAI-native pipelines for animated shorts and specials while developing longer-form ambitions. The move follows Netf…
The Hollywood Reporterworld61 days ago
Laika Unveils First Trailer for Stop-Motion Film Wildwood at Cannes
Laika studio presented the initial teaser trailer for its long-awaited feature Wildwood during a Cannes press event. The film, based on the book by Colin Meloy and Carson Ellis, follows two children entering a magical forest to rescue a kidnapped sibling. It is scheduled for wide…
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Varietybusiness62 days ago
Pink Parrot Media Announces Early Sales Deals for Animated Features Ahead of Cannes
Pink Parrot Media has closed initial territory agreements for the animated features “Tistou” and “Winner.” The Montreal and Madrid-based company is expanding its sales team and will present additional animated titles at the Cannes market. The moves come as the company builds its…
deadline.comworld63 days ago
Fox Adds Live-Action Comedy to Sunday Animation Block for 2026-27 Season
Fox Broadcasting will move the fifth season of Animal Control into the fall lineup for the first time, placing it after The Simpsons on Sunday nights. The network's fall 2026 schedule largely mirrors the prior year with three nights of unscripted programming and sports on Friday…
The Hollywood Reporterworld63 days ago
DC Studios and Warner Bros. Animation to Premiere Batman Knightfall at Annecy Festival
DC Studios CEO Peter Safran and Warner Bros. Animation President Sam Register will present the studios' upcoming slate at the Annecy International Animation Film Festival next month. The event includes the world premiere of Batman: Knightfall Part 1: Knightfall, a three-feature a…
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Amazon Prime Video Set to Premiere Animated Series Kevin on April 20
Amazon Prime Video will launch the animated series Kevin on April 20, featuring voice acting by Jason Schwartzman and others. The show, created by Aubrey Plaza and Joe Wengert, follows a cat navigating life after leaving his owners. The Hollywood Reporter described it as a hangou…