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Netflix Drops Sing-Along Version Of ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ After Box Office-Leading Weekend

Netflix drops a global sing-along version of its hit film ‘KPop Demon Hunters,’ one day after topping the North American box office.

Anime

Santa Is Naked And Pissed Off In The First Teaser for Science Saru’s ‘Sanda,’ Hitting Prime Video In October

From ‘Beastars’ creator Paru Itagaki, the series debuts Oct. 3 in Japan and streams worldwide Oct. 4 on Prime Video, animated by Science Saru.

Box Office Report

‘KPop Demon Hunters’ Makes History As Netflix’s First-Ever Box Office No. 1: Sony’s Singalong Scores $18-$20M

Despite being available for two months and being seen over 200 million times already, ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ posted the weekend’s top box office performance.

Distribution

‘Charamuscas’ Marks A Mexican Animation Milestone As Guanajuato’s First Original Animated Series For Broadcaster TV4

‘Charamuscas,’ the first original animated series from Guanajuato broadcaster TV4, produced by Mr. Machin, blends folklore, humor, and family fun.

Series

Netflix Reveals ‘Blue Eye Samurai’ S2 Is In Production With New Clip, Shares Footage Of ‘Splinter Cell,’ ‘Devil May Cry’ S2, ‘Record of Ragnarok III’

Netflix unveils production on ‘Blue Eye Samurai’ Season 2 with a new featurette, plus updates on ‘Splinter Cell,’ ‘Devil May Cry,’ and ‘Record of Ragnarok III.’

Feature Film

Pixar Vet Rodrigo Blaas’ Developing Animated Feature ‘Duende,’ ‘Inspired By Flamenco, Our Love Of Japan, And The Music Of Rosalía’

Pixar veteran Rodrigo Blaas debuts ‘Duende,’ an feature project blending flamenco, Japanese influences, and the music of Rosalía. Watch the first teaser.

Animators

‘I Never Want To Just Repeat’: Lisa Hanawalt On Crafting A New Look For ‘Long Story Short’ – Exclusive Artwork

‘Tuca & Bertie’ Lisa Hanawalt discusses shaping the look of ‘BoJack Horseman’ and reinventing her style for ‘Long Story Short’ with Raphael Bob-Waksberg.

Business

Noggin Is Making A Comeback, And Indie Animators Stand To Benefit

Noggin’s return brings fresh opportunities for indie animators as the platform expands into games, streaming, and real-world experiences.

Feature Film

Robert Heinlein’s Sci-Fi Classic ‘Citizen Of The Galaxy’ Getting Feature Adaptation From Lex+Otis

Jay Oliva directs the animated take on Robert Heinlein’s classic sci-fi novel, with ‘Game of Throne’s producer Startling, Inc. on board.

Distribution

Early Oscar Favorite ‘Arco,’ Gets New Trailer And U.S. Release Date, Unveils English-Language Voice Cast Featuring Will Ferrell, America Ferrera, And Producer Natalie Portman

Neon releases the first teaser for ‘Arco,’ Ugo Bienvenu’s acclaimed animated feature, ahead of TIFF and its U.S. debut on November 14.

Bad Ideas

Kartoon Studios Wants To Get Kids Into Crypto With Its New ‘Fully Produced In AI’ Series ‘Bitcoin Brigade’

Comparing the IP to Mario and Sonic, CEO Andy Heyward says the show ‘will inspire the next generation in blockchain-powered entertainment and education.’

Contest

Aardman, TikTok Offer Fans A Chance To Star In New ‘Shaun The Sheep’ Film

Aardman and TikTok launch a contest for Shaun the Sheep fans, with one winner set to be immortalized in clay as a character in ‘The Beast of Mossy Bottom.’

Feature Film

‘KPop Demon Hunters Latest Crossover Milestone: An Instant Noodle Licensing Deal

Nongshim unveils ramen and cracker tie-ins as the animated musical edges closer to Netflix’s all-time viewership crown and launches North American theatrical sing-alongs.

Festivals

Pixelatl Drops Dazzling 2025 Festival Trailer From Argentina’s Rudo Company

Argentina’s Rudo Company creates Pixelatl’s 2025 trailer, blending eclectic animation styles to capture the festival’s theme: ‘Enchant the World.’

Animators

‘Sekiro’ Anime Adaptation Brings A Fresh Aesthetic To FromSoftware’s Hit Franchise

Director Kenichi Kutsuna and a dream team of artists bring bold colors, hand-drawn style, and frenetic action to the ‘Sekiro: No Defeat’ anime adaptation.

Box Office Report

‘KPop Demon Hunters’ Sing-Alongs Sell Out As Film Reclaims Netflix’s Weekly Top Spot, Nears All-Time Record

Netflix and Sony’s musical phenomenon reclaims weekly No. 1 globally, nears all-time record, and sells out sing-alongs ahead this weekend’s theatrical release.

Feature Film

‘Captain Underpants’ Director David Soren To Helm New Original Feature From ‘PAW Patrol’ Parent Spin Master

The ‘PAW Patrol’ studio teams with director David Soren on a new family-friendly feature, marking a major step forward into original theatrical animation.