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Head On Over to Netflix! Headline News

Join AWN and Alex Woo for an ‘In Your Dreams’ Screening at Netflix Animation Studios

By Dan Sarto | Friday, November 28, 2025 at 8:45am

You’re invited to come watch and enjoy the all-new animated comedy, followed by a Q&A with the director/writer and reception, on Wednesday, December 3 at 7:00 pm in Burbank!

Score! Headline News

Sony Pictures Animation Drops ‘GOAT’ Trailer #2

By Dan Sarto | Wednesday, November 26, 2025 at 12:19pm

All-new animated comedy from the studio that made ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ tells the story of Will, a small goat with big dreams who gets a once-in-a-lifetime shot to join the pros and play ‘roarball’ with the fiercest animals in the world; in theaters February 13.

Straw Hats Forever Headline News

Netflix’s ‘One Piece’ Season 3 Begins Production

Season 2 premieres March 10, 2026; cast members Charithra Chandran, Mikaela Hoover, Joe Manganiello, Lera Abova, and Sendhil Ramamurthy will return as series regulars in Season 3.

Make Way for the Terrans Headline News

Paramount+ Drops ‘Transformers: Earthspark’ Specials Trailer

The animated shows, ‘Hometown Heroes’ and ‘Legacy of Hope,’ that continue the saga of a new generation of Transformers born on Earth, will both premiere December 5.

Celebrating the Best in VFX Headline News

World VFX Day 2025 Announces Speaker Line-Up

The first set of presenters is confirmed for the annual free event that shines a spotlight on the VFX and animation industries; YouTube livestream set for December 8.

That’s Wild and Wacky Stuff Headline News

New ‘The Wonderfully Weird World of Gumball’ Episodes Coming in February

The hilariously bizarre show, which blends 2D and 3D animation, CGI, puppetry, photorealism, and live-action, will return on Cartoon Network’s international channels and HBO Max early next year.

Who is Cindy Lou Who? Headline News

‘How The Grinch Stole Christmas’ 25th Anniversary Edition Now Available

By Dan Sarto | Monday, November 24, 2025 at 2:26pm

All-new remastered 4K and limited edition steelbook versions have been released of the classic holiday tale, directed by Ron Howard and starring Jim Carrey, that include over 30 minutes of bonus content.

The Igiby Family Saga Continues ANIMATIONWorld

‘The Wingfeather Saga’ Fan-Fueled World Continues Its Impressive Journey

By Dan Sarto | Monday, November 24, 2025 at 1:50pm

With the November 12 debut of Season 3 along with its recent acquisition by Angel Studios, the animated series from Shining Isle Productions, which crowdfunded more than $8.2 million, keeps captivating audiences with epic storytelling as it moves full steam ahead producing Season 4 for release in 2026.

Truths Shall Be Uncovered Headline News

Exclusive: Watch ‘WondLa’ Season 3 ‘It’s Not Too Late’ Clip

By Dan Sarto | Monday, November 24, 2025 at 9:12am

Based on the Tony DiTerlizzi book series ‘The Search for WondLa,’ the final chapter brings the story to an epic climax - a sweeping, emotional battle for the future of Orbona as Eva 9 tries to bridge 2 divided worlds and prove the ultimate truth; hits Apple TV on November 26.

Awards Headline News

35 Animated Features Eligible for Academy Awards Consideration

By Dan Sarto | Friday, November 21, 2025 at 1:39pm

Academy members will vote to determine five nominees for best animated feature film award at the 99th Oscars; films also qualify for other categories including best picture.

Let’s Experiment Headline News

‘Adult Swim’s The Elephant’ Unites Patrick Mchale, Ian Jones-Quartey, Rebecca Sugar and Pendleton Ward

The narrative experiment comprised of 3 acts, each created in isolation, will premiere as an ad-free experience December 19 on Adult Swim, the next day on HBO Max.

Who Doesn’t Want Improved Sensors? Next-Generation Xsens Link Headline News

Xsens Unveils Next Generation Xsens Link

Developed with production teams in mind, the new system is re-engineered to deliver a more efficient workflow with accurate and consistent motion data.

Come On In The Water’s Fine ANIMATIONWorld

Overseas Animators in Japan: An Anime CEO’s Perspective

So, you’re not Japanese but want to work in animation in Japan? Columnist Andrew Osmond talks about how it can happen with Joseph Chou, the CEO of Sola Entertainment, Sola Digital Arts, and Sola Animation.

Life finds a way ANIMATIONWorld

Scott Kreamer Gets Nostalgic Talking ‘Jurassic World: Chaos Theory’s Final Season

For the show’s longtime executive producer, the last 9 episodes of DreamWorks’ hit 3DCG series brings the story of ‘The Nublar Six’ to a satisfying – and action-packed - conclusion; debuts November 20 on Netflix.

Touched by an Angel Headline News

Angel Expands with 3 Series Acquisitions From its Platform

Deals for ‘Tuttle Twins,’ ‘Homestead,’ and ‘The Wingfeather Saga’ were funded through a combination of cash and stock for a total aggregate purchase consideration of around $89 million.

Countin Midichlorians Headline News

Lucasfilm Shares ‘Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures’ Season 3 Trailer

By Dan Sarto | Wednesday, November 19, 2025 at 4:31pm

The Jedi kids return to face off against Rek Minuu, a mischievous master droidsmith, and befriend shop owner Dotti and a trio of new droid companions: Beepers, Dozer, and Gigi. Debuts December 8 on Disney+ and Disney Jr.

Who Knew Bunnies Could Knit? Headline News

Blinkink Creates Stop-Motion World for Xfinity WiFi Campaign

Directors Andy Biddle and Adeena Grubb teamed with model makers at Sculpt-Double for the spot, which follows a furry rabbit family as they discover the joy of staying connected.

Pookoo Gets Swapped Headline News

Michael B. Jordan, June Temple Board ‘Swapped’ Animated Feature

Formerly called ‘Pookoo,’ the Skydance Animation buddy comedy, directed by Nathan Greno (‘Tangled’), follows a woodland creature and a majestic bird who swap bodies and must team up to survive; hits Netflix in 2026.

Yay to YAY UK! Headline News

Young Animators of the Year Awards 2025 Winners Announced

From a field of 44 nominees across the UK, 7 emerging artists were celebrated for their outstanding original short films across 2D, 3D, and stop-motion categories.

AI in Animation Headline News

Modern Uprising Studios, Screenvision Media Announce Frame Forward Animated AI Festival

Submissions are now open for the first international festival for AI-enabled, director-driven animation, which celebrates the future of storytelling.

Don’t You Wish… ANIMATIONWorld

Creating the Grounded Fantasy World of ‘In Your Dreams'

By Dan Sarto | Monday, November 17, 2025 at 5:37pm

For director Alex Woo, production designer Steve Pilcher, and VFX supervisor Nicola Lavender, anchoring their animated film with an emotional story about a child trying to keep their family from breaking apart gave its dream world both meaningful and believable stakes; now streaming on Netflix.

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