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Lions and Tigers and 9.6 Million Giraffe Hairs Oh My! Headline News

Autodesk Shares ‘The Making of Zootopia 2’ Featurette

By Dan Sarto | Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 4:13pm

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.

Straw Hats Forever Headline News

‘One Piece’ Season 2 to Debut in Select Theaters

By Dan Sarto | Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 1:38pm

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.

The Igiby Family Saga Continues Headline News

Jim Broadbent Joins ‘The Wingfeather Saga’ Season 4 Cast

By Dan Sarto | Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 12:32pm

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.

Business Headline News

Cookbook Media, David Marshall and Todd Gallina Launch ‘Force 5’

By Dan Sarto | Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 10:41am

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.

Business Headline News

Production Begins on ‘The Saddle Club’ CG Animated Series

By Dan Sarto | Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 9:55am

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.

You Had Me at Na’vi VFXWorld

The Routine, Relentless Craziness of James Cameron

Half measures are never an option for the prolific filmmaker, who shares insights into his expansive work on ‘Avatar: Fire and Ash,’ including the Ash Clan’s origins, Wind Traders mythology, Spider’s expanded arc, and collaboration between Wētā FX and ILM on 3,500 VFX shots for his second epic ‘Avatar’ sequel, which won a BAFTA yesterday and is nominated for multiple VES Awards and two Oscars.

preschool animation Headline News

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. 

preschool animation Headline News

Apple TV Unveils First Look at ‘Wonder Pets: In The City’ Season 2

By Dan Sarto | Monday, February 23, 2026 at 9:51am

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.

Awarding Excellence in Animation Headline News

'KPop Demon Hunters' Dominates at 53rd Annual Annie Awards

By Dan Sarto | Sunday, February 22, 2026 at 6:55am

Maggie Kang, Chris Appelhans and Netflix’s blockbuster feature took home 10 wins, including Best Feature, while ‘Arco’ won for Best Independent Feature; ‘Common Side Effects’ led all TV shows with 4 wins, followed closely by ‘Win or Lose’ and ‘Love, Death + Robots’ with 3 each, at the animation industry’s gala event held last night at Royce Hall in Los Angeles.

Who Said You Can Never Really Go Back Home? ANIMATIONWorld

The Improbable Return to FOX: Matt Weitzman Talks ‘American Dad!’

By Dan Sarto | Friday, February 20, 2026 at 3:14pm

The show’s co-creator and co-showrunner reflects on 20 years of producing the Seth MacFarlane animated comedy, the previous 10 at TBS before the seemingly miraculous 4-season renewal that brought the prodigal son back to its Animation Domination home; Season 20 debuts this Sunday, February 22.

Working Title was DARN! Headline News

Netflix Announces Adult Animated Comedy ‘DANG!’

By Dan Sarto | Friday, February 20, 2026 at 10:44am

The 2D animated series from Andrew Law, Matt Murray and Mike Schur follows a brother and sister whose messy NYC lives are interrupted when their high-achieving older sister shows up; Stephanie Hsu, Poppy Liu and Law star.

We Want More SMALLS Headline News

Adult Swim SMALLS ‘Meeble & Creeble’ Series Debuts Today on YouTube

By Dan Sarto | Friday, February 20, 2026 at 9:27am

From animator Christina Fidler, the 3-part series follows 2 co-dependent 20-somethings as they desperately look outward towards the spirits and stars for validation.

The Annies are Coming! ANIMATIONWorld

AWN’s 2026 Annie Awards Roundup: Top Contenders in Film and TV

Dig into the roster of animated feature films, TV shows, and shorts vying for wins in 37 different categories on February 21 at ASIFA-Hollywood’s 53rd annual ceremony recognizing the best in animation from the past year.

Business Headline News

Clear Angle Studios Acquires DI4D Technology, Launches TopoTrack Service

By Dan Sarto | Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 5:36pm

The leading 3D and 4D capture company has integrated DI4D’s facial imaging technology, introducing TopoTrack across its global infrastructure and appointing Dr. Colin Urquhart as Strategic Advisor.

Finding Truth Where Life and Death Mix ANIMATIONWorld

Mamoru Hosoda Talks ‘Scarlet,’ ‘Wolf Children’ and the Beauty of Growing Up

The director of popular anime films ‘Belle,’ ‘Mirai,’ and ‘The Girl Who Leapt Through Time’ discusses his darkest and most violent film yet - nominated for 3 Annie Awards - set in the world of the dead, about a girl set on revenge who learns she still has more to live for.

A Goofy Father-Son Story ANIMATIONWorld

‘Not Just a Goof’: A Story of Fathers, Fandom, and Free-Spirited Creativity

Directors Christopher Ninness and Eric Kimelton’s Annie Award-nominated documentary about 1995’s underrated ‘A Goofy Movie’ weaves interviews, new hand-drawn animation, and a very personal storyline into a compelling look at how an animated film can help bring people with seemingly insurmountable differences together.  

What’s Beyond Infinity and Beyond? Headline News

Pixar Drops ‘Toy Story 5’ Trailer

By Dan Sarto | Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 11:17am

Extinction… not again! The toys are back in town, but this time, they face a ‘technological threat’ in Lilypad, a frog-shaped smart tablet with disruptive ideas about what’s best for their kid, Bonnie; newfangled gadgets go head-to-head with Buzz, Woody, Jessie and the rest of the gang, making their jobs that much harder; in theaters June 19.

In-Passing Headline News

Longtime Animator and Producer Jane Baer Dies at 91

By Dan Sarto | Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 10:12am

The Baer Animation studio founder whose more than 50 years of work spanned numerous well-known animated shows, commercials, and projects, including the Toontown scenes in ‘Who Framed Roger Rabbit,’ passed away on February 16.

Honoring Tech That Makes Movies Great Headline News

15 Scientific & Technical Achievements to be Honored at Academy Sci-Tech Awards

By Dan Sarto | Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 3:14pm

Ceremony, scheduled for April 28 at the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, celebrates individuals and companies whose discoveries and innovations have contributed in significant and lasting ways to the motion picture industry.

Rawwwrrrr! ANIMATIONWorld

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+.

Business Headline News

Foundry Acquires Griptape AI Orchestration Platform

By Dan Sarto | Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 9:33am

Leading industry software developer completes deal for technology that helps users accelerate and expand secure, production-ready model integration across professional VFX and animation workflows.

Zoom Zoom Headline News

Adult Swim Greenlights ‘My Two Cars’ from Dan Licata and Joe Pera

By Dan Sarto | Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 9:00am

The network orders a new quarter-hour animated TV series centered on a man’s daily decision between his PT Cruiser and Mini-Cooper; Green Street Pictures produces.

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