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French Filmmaking Organizations Condemn OpenAI-Backed Animated Feature Aiming For Cannes
French creators’ groups oppose OpenAI’s reported plan to debut an AI-generated animated film at Cannes, urging protection of human-led artistry.
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‘Over The Garden Wall’ Gets First Officially-Licensed Figure Set And New Vinyl Soundtrack Pressing
'Over the Garden Wall’s' first official figures have been unveiled by Mondo. The first set (more are in development) features Wirt, Greg, and exclusives for collectors.
Tech Bros. Take Aim At Cannes With GenAI-Produced Animated Feature ‘Critterz’
OpenAI’s AI-backed 'Critterz' is sold as a test of ‘democratizing’ animation, a framing that feels disingenuous in today’s industry context.
10 Eye-Catching Projects From Cartoon Forum’s Expansive 2025 Lineup Worth Tracking
From rainbow penguins to dystopian thrillers, explore the wild, heartfelt, and inventive new TV animation projects unveiled at Cartoon Forum 2025.
Scholastic Debuts First Branded AVOD App With 400+ Hours Of Iconic Kids’ Content
Coming to Roku and Amazon Fire TV this week, the app includes generational classics such as 'Clifford the Big Red Dog,' 'The Magic School Bus,' and 'Garfield.'
‘Smurfs’ Marks Cinesite’s First End-To-End Animation And VFX Production, And A Return To The Classic Peyo Aesthetic
Cinesite takes on its first full animation and VFX feature with 'Smurfs,' now streaming on Paramount+, blending Peyo’s style with hybrid magic.
Cartoon Forum 2025 Brings 75 European TV Projects To Toulouse
The 36th Cartoon Forum in Toulouse hosts 75 new animated series from 20 countries, highlighting co-productions, diversity, and new IPs.
From Mexico to Miyazaki: Ugo Bienvenu’s Global ‘Arco’ Influences And Why Natalie Portman Produced Her First Animated Feature
At Toronto, Ugo Bienvenu discusses the global influences behind 'Arco,' while Natalie Portman reflects on producing her first animated film.
‘Light of the World’ Directors John Schafer And Tom Bancroft On The Joys And Challenges Of Making Their 2D Animated Epic
'Light of the World' brings hand-drawn 2D animation back to theaters with a global team, indie spirit, and some '90s Disney known-how.
Dana Terrace’s ‘Knights of Guinevere,’ The First 2D Series From Glitch Productions, Drops One Of The Year’s Best Trailers
Glitch Productions debuts its first 2D series, 'Knights of Guinevere,' from 'Owl House' creator Dana Terrace and team, with a pilot coming September 19.
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.
‘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.
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.
Netflix Unveils Trailer And Release Dates For Upcoming Trio Of Animated Dr. Seuss Titles
Netflix will debut three new Dr. Seuss animated titles this fall: 'Red Fish, Blue Fish,' 'Horton!,' and 'The Sneetches.'
‘The Glassworker,’ Pakistan’s First Hand-Drawn Animated Feature, Gets Trailer Ahead Of U.S. Release Date
Pakistan’s first hand‑drawn animated feature, 'The Glassworker,' unveils an English-language trailer ahead of its U.S. theatrical release this month.
James Cameron Wants To Make An Animated Anthology Series Based On His Animated ‘Avatar’ Films
The Avatar franchise has long been driven by animation, with Cameron’s new anthology plans set to explore Pandora through new narratives.
‘Iyanu: The Age Of Wonders’ Animated Movie To Premiere August 30 On Cartoon Network, HBO Max
'Iyanu: The Age of Wonders' is a new animated prequel for the popular franchise, premiering Aug 30 on HBO Max and Cartoon Network.
‘KPop Demon Hunters’ Isn’t Holding Strong, It’s Getting Bigger: The First Netflix Film Ever To Hit A Viewing Peak In Its Fifth Week
Defying streaming norms, Netflix’s 'KPop Demon Hunters' is gaining steam weeks after release, topping charts globally with its music, animation, and fandom power.
‘This Is Like ‘Avatar’’: Disney Drops A Self-Aware First Trailer For Pixar’s Next Original Feature, ‘Hoppers’
'Hoppers,' written and directed by 'We Bare Bears' creator Daniel Chong, will hit theaters on March 6, 2026.
Three Of 2025’s Most-Streamed Shows Are Animated, ‘Moana 2’ Overtakes ‘Moana’ As The Top Movie
'Bluey' remains the most-streamed show in the world, with 'Family Guy' and 'Bob's Burgers' in fourth and fifth place.
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