From K-Pop to K-Dinos: ‘Armorsaurs’ Ramps Up U.S. K-Culture Fandom
The South Korean ‘Armored Saurus’ remake blends live-action, CG animation and visual effects into a new series about a team of heroic teen pilots and their armored dinosaurs fighting to save humanity; debuts February 18 on Disney+.
Konstantin Bronzit Talks ‘The Three Sisters’ and Anonymous, Arduous Filmmaking
The director of the Oscar-nominated 2D animated short, initially released under the pseudonym Timur Kognov, discusses his strenuous creative process, poetic storytelling methods, and ruthless take on cutting even the most beautiful scenes.
Showrunner Matt Selman Talks ‘The Simpsons’ Milestone 800th Episode
The executive producer explains his constant feelings of imposter syndrome and drive to ‘not blow it’ as he leads the iconic show, fresh off a 4-season renewal and announced 2027 feature film, towards new creative spaces even after almost 4 decades on the air.
‘GOAT’: Daring to Stand Tall When You’re Built Small
Director Tyree Dillihay, co-director Adam Rosette, and producer Michelle Raimo Kouyate discuss the unlikely rise of a young goat chasing his life-long dream of competing in the professional ‘Roarball’ league in Sony Pictures Animation’s high-intensity, feel-good animated action-comedy, hitting theaters today.
Rankin/Bass, Topcraft, Ghibli, Rudolph and Dragons!
Anime columnist Andrew Osmond delves into the knotty history linking ‘Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer,’ ‘The Flight of Dragons,’ and the classic ‘Nausicaa of the Valley of Wind.’
Some Thoughts on Mamoru Hosoda’s ‘Scarlet’
Anime columnist Andrew Osmond has things to say about the new afterlife fantasy by the director of ‘Belle,’ ‘Mirai,’ and ‘The Girl Who Leapt Through Time.’
‘Iyanu’: A ‘Pipe Dream’ Becomes Reality
Nigerian filmmaker Roye Okupe’s series, nominated for multiple NAACP Image Awards, draws on African mythology, family influence, and years of independent world-building as it follows a brave young orphan living in the magical kingdom of Yorubaland; produced by Lion Forge Entertainment, the HBO Max and Cartoon Network show has been renewed for a second season, alongside a second feature, both set to arrive later this year.
AI-pocalypse Now: The Animation Moat is Vanishing
AI animation is reaching studio quality. A Disney veteran thinks that’s all for the good.
Orphans, Romcoms and Washing: Can Anime Remain Unspectacular?
Columnist Andrew Osmond checks out the new TV series ‘Journal With Witch,’ ‘You and I Are Polar Opposites,’ and ‘Wash It All Away’ and wonders if they might be endangered in the age of ‘Demon Slayer.’
Creators Talk ‘Yo Gabba GabbaLand!’ Season 2 and Gabba Magic-Filled Memories
Long-time friends Scott Schultz and Christian Jacobs share the joy, fun, and excitement – and some nostalgic reflection - surrounding their Emmy-nominated kids’ show revival that includes new animation they say will ‘rock your world!’ Returns today on Apple TV.
Beyond Generation: Hyper3D.AI CTO Zhang Qixuan on Rodin Gen-2 Edit and the Future of 3D AI Workflows
Following the launch of Rodin Gen-2 Edit - the world’s first true 3D GenAI editing platform - Hyper3D.AI CTO Zhang Qixuan discusses the shift from one-shot generation to iterative professional workflows, exploring the ethics, challenges, and opportunities within this groundbreaking frontier of 3D GenAI technology.
Disney Scores 8 Wins at 2026 Kidscreen Awards
The annual event recognize the best in children’s TV and digital media; Netflix, BBC Studios, PBS Kids, DreamWorks Animation, Fred Rogers Productions and Nickelodeon all nab multiple trophies.
Autodesk Shares ‘The Making of Zootopia 2’ Featurette
New behind-the-scenes video examines how Walt Disney Animation Studios used Maya and Flow Production Tracking across more than 2,000 shots to build expansive environments and manage large-scale production on the Oscar-nominated, BAFTA Award-winning animated comedy adventure.
‘One Piece’ Season 2 to Debut in Select Theaters
Timed to its streaming premiere, the first two episodes of the hit Netflix show’s new season are sailing into 200 cinemas across the U.S., Canada, and Japan on March 10.
Jim Broadbent Joins ‘The Wingfeather Saga’ Season 4 Cast
The Oscar-winning actor to voice the character of Bonifer Squoon alongside the returning cast that includes Jodi Benson and Kevin McNally, as the animated series prepares to premiere its fourth season on Angel later this year.
Cookbook Media, David Marshall and Todd Gallina Launch ‘Force 5’
Animation veterans partner with the global agency on content distribution and consumer products representation for new CG animated sci-fi action-comedy series aimed at kids 7–12.
Production Begins on ‘The Saddle Club’ CG Animated Series
Work has begun in France and Italy on the Frog Box and Red Monk production, commissioned by France Télévisions, Rai and ZDF, of the 26-episode adaptation of Bonnie Bryant’s best-selling literary franchise, with delivery scheduled for mid-2027.
Rob David Promoted to Senior Vice President of Animation at Mattel Studios
The new SVP will oversee development, creative and production for adult and kids animated television series and digital content, reporting to President and Chief Content Officer Robbie Brenner.
Call for Entries: The 30th Edition of Cartoons on the Bay
Submissions are now being accepted for the Pulcinella Awards 2026 being awarded at the International Festival of Animation and Transmedia that takes place in Pescara, Italy May 27-30.
Disney Reveals ‘BeddyByes’ and ‘Magicampers’ Theme Songs, Key Art
Both prequel preschool animation series are set to premiere this March on Disney+ and Disney Jr. in the U.S., and will roll out globally throughout the year.
Bria Expands Integration with Toon Boom, Named HPA Awards Finalist
The visual generative AI platform announced its latest availability across major creative tools, including the leading 2D animation software platform.
Apple TV Unveils First Look at ‘Wonder Pets: In The City’ Season 2
Produced by Nickelodeon Animation, the preschool series developed by Emmy Award winner Jennifer Oxley returns with new musical mini-opera-themed adventures on March 20.
‘Zootopia 2,’ ‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ Take Home BAFTA Wins
Guillermo del Toro’s ‘Frankenstein’ also nabs awards at yesterday’s 2026 EE British Academy Film Awards gala, along with ‘Boong’ and ‘Two Black Boys in Paradise.’
Sony Developing Animated ‘Venom’ Feature
Zach Lipovsky and Adam B. Stein, the duo behind 2025’s ‘Final Destination: Bloodlines,’ reportedly are attached to direct the film featuring Marvel’s popular anti-hero.
Netflix Acquires ‘I Am Frankelda,’ Mexico’s First Stop-Motion Feature
Streamer picks up Arturo and Roy Ambriz’s Annie Award-nominated film about an ignored 19th-century writer who must confront the monsters she created in her subconscious to restore the balance between fiction and reality; global 2026 release set.
