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Feature Film

From fully-animated features to vfx-driven live-action films, animation is an integral part of the theatrical marketplace today.

Goat Dunk Goat Dunk

‘GOAT’ Dunks On The Competition At The Weekend Box Office

‘GOAT’ scored $17 million in its second weekend, hitting $58M domestic and $102M worldwide, a strong showing for an original animated release.

By Jamie Lang | 18 hours ago

Spider-Man: The Animated Series Spider-Man: The Animated Series

Animated ‘Venom’ Feature In The Works At Sony

Sony will put Marvel’s long-running anti-hero into a feature animation lead role for the first time with Zach Lipovsky and Adam B. Stein directing.

By Jamie Lang | 19 hours ago

I Am Frankelda

Netflix Picks Up ‘I Am Frankelda,’ Mexico’s First Stop-Motion Feature, For 2026 Release

The acclaimed stop-motion milestone from Cinema Fantasma heads to a worldwide audience, buoyed by festival buzz and a Guillermo del Toro endorsement.

By Jamie Lang | 4 days ago

‘How Do You Turn A Weakness Into A Strength?’: ‘GOAT’ Director Tyree Dillihay On The Meta Message Behind Sony’s Hit Underdog Story

Dillihay explains how broadcast grammar, shot selection, and pacing helped Sony’s animated feature capture the stakes of elite-level play and find its audience.

By Tara Bennett | 4 days ago

Toy Story 5

The First ‘Toy Story 5’ Trailer Is Out And Pits Toys Vs Screens

Pixar’s ‘Toy Story 5’ teaser introduces a screen-age threat as Woody and Buzz confront changing playtime in the studio’s latest sequel.

By Jamie Lang | 5 days ago

GOAT

Sony’s ‘GOAT’ Was A Box Office Slam Dunk Over Its Opening Weekend

The Sony Pictures Animation release debuts above projections, showing family audiences still turn out for well-marketed, non-franchise theatrical films.

By Jamie Lang | 1 week ago

Papaya

‘Papaya’ Director Priscilla Kellen On Teaming With Alê Abreu, Motherhood Misconceptions, And Keeping Things Simple

Kellen reflects on collaboration with Alê Abreu, translating motherhood into animation, and crafting a silent, nature-driven feature over seven years.

By Rafa Sales Ross | 1 week ago

Chimney Town Frozen in Time Head

Time Stands Still In ‘Chimney Town’ Sequel Trailer Ahead Of Berlinale World Premiere (EXCLUSIVE)

Studio4°C unveils the first English-subbed trailer for the highly anticipated sequel ahead of its world premiere in the Generation Kplus section at Berlinale.

By Jamie Lang | 1 week ago

Oscars 2026 Animated Features

All Five Animated Feature Oscar Nominees To Appear In On-Line Roundtable With Audience Q&A

View Conference, the increasingly influential Italian get-together, is hosting a digital roundtable for this year’s animated feature nominees.

By Jamie Lang | 2 weeks ago

Baahubali

Mumbai’s 88 Pictures To Lead Animation On ‘Baahubali: The Eternal War,’ India’s Most Ambitious Animated Feature Yet

The project signals a turning point for Indian animation, marking a rare full-scale, globally positioned feature spearheaded by a local studio.

By Jamie Lang | 2 weeks ago

Ninja Scroll

Anime Landmark ‘Ninja Scroll’ Gets 4K Restoration, Heads To Berlinale

Yoshiaki Kawajiri’s 1993 anime thriller will premiere in a newly scanned and remastered edition at the Berlin film festival before physical release in 2027.

By Jamie Lang | 2 weeks ago

Allegro non troppo

‘Allegro Non Troppo’ At 50: GKIDS Acquires Bruno Bozzetto Catalog

GKIDS picks up Bruno Bozzetto’s full catalog as the restored cult classic gets a 50th anniversary screening in New York alongside ‘Fantasia.’

By Jamie Lang | 2 weeks ago

Dragon Heart: Adventures Beyond this World

Isamu Imakake’s Metaphysical Fantasy ‘Dragon Heart’ Sets U.S. Digital Debut

Isamu Imakake’s spirit-world fantasy secures U.S. distribution following its Japanese theatrical run, arriving on digital platforms March 3.

By Jamie Lang | 2 weeks ago

I, Chihuahua

‘I, Chihuahua’ Kicks Out At Two: Jorge Gutiérrez Relaunches The Shelved Netflix Project

The animated feature, once scrapped by Netflix, returns with new backing from Snafu Pictures and heads to Berlin’s European Film Market.

By Jamie Lang | 2 weeks ago

Braly Sony

Sony Shelves Original Thai-Inspired Film From ‘Amphibia’ And ‘Steven Universe’ Creators

After two years in development, Sony has pulled the plug on the culturally rooted animated feature, calling it “not commercial enough.”

By Jamie Lang | 2 weeks ago

Super Bowl Spots

Super Bowl Ads Tease A Big Year Ahead For Animated Movies

This year audiences got Super Bowl spots for the new ‘Mario Bros.’ and ‘Minions’ movies, as well as Pixar’s next original, ‘Hoppers.’

By Jamie Lang | 2 weeks ago

Cosmic Princess Kaguya

Netflix Is Bringing Another Animated Original To Theaters, But Only In Japan

The anime feature gets a brief big-screen showcase overseas, underscoring Netflix’s ongoing habit of treating cinemas as optional extras.

By Jamie Lang | 2 weeks ago

Lucy Lost

‘Arco,’ ‘Little Amélie’ Vendor Goodfellas Bringing ‘Lucy Lost,’ ‘Treasure Trekkers’ To Berlin’s EFM

The inaugural EFM Animation Days is heating up with high-profile titles and companies using it as an early year launchpad.

By Jamie Lang | 3 weeks ago

Labyrinth

GKIDS Brings ‘Macross’ Creator Shoji Kawamori’s First Original Feature ‘Labyrinth’ To U.S. Theaters

GKIDS sets a limited release for May 10 and 11 for Shoji Kawamori’s original sci-fi feature, blending pop music, online identity, and social commentary.

By Jamie Lang | 3 weeks ago

On the Edge

Octavio Rodriguez’s Eco-Minded Feature ‘On The Edge’ Targets 2027 Release, Fills Out Cast

‘On The Edge’ originated at Studio BlueGreen, a not-for-profit animation studio using entertainment to strengthen audience connections with nature.

By Jamie Lang | 3 weeks ago

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