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Comics Titan IDW Announces New Executive Hirings, Will Start Producing Animation
The changes come as the company launches an initiative to grow its presence in the kids, family, and young adult sphere.
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PODCAST: Listen To Cartoon Brew’s The Weekly
This week we look at shifting theatrical schedules, Fox’s big commitment to animation, and talk to Pixelatl head José Iñesta about Mexico’s evolving animation industry.
Voice Artists Of Color Join Casts Of ‘The Simpsons’ And ‘Family Guy,’ Replacing White Actors
Alex Désert will voice Carl Carlson in “The Simpsons” and Arif Zahir will take over as Cleveland Brown in “Family Guy.”
2020 Primetime Emmy Winners: ‘Rick & Morty’ And ‘Forky Asks a Question’ Win Awards; ‘Bojack Horseman’ Snubbed
The critically acclaimed “Bojack Horseman” ended its six-season run without ever having won an Emmy Award.
This Report Maps France’s Major Role In The Global Animation Streaming Market
The report also reveals how well animation is represented on each SVOD platform.
Exports Of French Animation Hit Record High In 2019, With U.S. As Top Buyer
Last year, exports of French animation reached a record €77.4 (US$91.3) million.
Adult Swim Cancels ‘The Venture Bros. [UPDATED]
The stylish action-adventure series ran for seven season on Adult Swim.
Nick Pulls ‘Made By Maddie’ Premiere After ‘Hair Love’ Controversy
Angry reactions on Twitter have caused Nick Jr. to pull the premiere of an upcoming animated series.
Adult Swim’s ‘Primal’ Is Renewed For A Second Season
Meanwhile, the second half of the first season will premiere on October 4.
After Broadcasters Pull Out Of In-Person Event, Cartoon Forum Pivots To Online
Hundreds of would-be attendees cancelled their participation in the past week leading the event to move online.
2020 Juried Emmy Winners: ‘Primal’ Spears 3 Wins For Individual Achievement
The Emmys showed their appreciation for the artistry of Genndy Tartakovsky’s series “Primal.”
Petition To Halt Comedy Central’s ‘Ren & Stimpy’ Reboot Passes 11,000 Signatures
The petition was started by Robyn Byrd, who has accused the show’s creator John Kricfalusi of sexually abusing her as a child.
Joe Ruby, Dead At 87, Was Far More Than Just The Co-Creator Of ‘Scooby-Doo’
With his studio Ruby-Spears, he helped define the look of Saturday morning cartoons for more than a decade.
Theresa Helmer Promoted To Newly Created Inclusitivity Role At Disney Channel
Helmer will work to “accelerate racial and cultural diversity and inclusion” in kids’ programming.
Disney Executive Tried To Block Queer Characters In ‘The Owl House,’ Says Creator
“I was told by certain Disney leadership that I could NOT represent any form of bi or gay relationship,” said Dana Terrace.
‘Happy Happy Joy Joy’ Review: A Confused Portrait Of ‘Ren & Stimpy’ And Its Disgraced Creator
“Ren & Stimpy” is being rebooted. Meanwhile, its creator John Kricfalusi faces accusations of sexual abuse. Where does the show stand today?
The Animation That Changed Me: Sawako Kabuki on ‘Neon Genesis Evangelion’
“I have a kind of fascination with things that have gotten out of control,” says Kabuki. “It’s animalistic and erotic.”
A24 Picks Up Online Pilot ‘Hazbin Hotel’ For Series
Creator Vivienne Medrano independently developed and produced the “Hazbin Hotel” pilot, which has been viewed over 41 million times on Youtube.
ViacomCBS Is Dusting Off Vintage Shows As Part Of Its New Adult Animation Strategy
The company’s reboot strategy will be led by Fox and Marvel veteran Grant Gish.
Cartoon Network Told Rebecca Sugar Not To Speak Publicly About Queer Themes In ‘Steven Universe’
Sugar was warned that if she spoke, “the show will be pulled from a lot of countries and that may mean the end of the show.”
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