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It Only Took One Rock Headline News

Angel’s Animated Musical ‘DAVID’ Now Streaming

The 3DCG film, which follows David’s journey from humble shepherd to his clash with Goliath and anointing as king, features immersive animation and an original soundtrack featuring Phil Wickham.

It’s Anime-zing! Headline News

Anime Series ‘Petals of Reincarnation’ to hit HIDIVE in April

A new key visual has been revealed, alongside additional cast and theme songs artists, for the upcoming show; will also broadcast on Tokyo MX and BS Nippon.

Witchers and Mages Oh My! Headline News

Watch the Breakdown Reel: Vine FX ‘The Witcher’ Season 4 VFX

From creature work to seamless environmental and combat enhancements, the studio elevates the dark fantasy with a blend of intricate close-up visual effects and invisible world-building.

Hanging Out at the Maul Headline News

Disney+ Shares ‘Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord’ Teaser Trailer, Premiere Date

The iconic horned villain returns in the new animated series, which features the voices of Sam Witwer, Gideon Adlon, and Wagner Moura; premieres April 6.

It’s 2 Mints in One! Headline News

CoComelon, Sanrio Debut ‘CoComelon Playdates With Sanrio Friends’ Trailer

The 2D animated series, which follows JJ and his friends as they team up for whimsical sing-alongs, silly moments, and playdates, hits YouTube on January 24.

You Had Me at Skeletor Headline News

Trailer Drops for Travis Knight’s ‘Masters of the Universe’

By Dan Sarto | Friday, January 23, 2026 at 9:43am

By the Power of Grayskull, there’s a new He-Man on the horizon in the live-action fantasy adventure about 10-year-old Prince Adam re-uniting with his magical Sword of Power, then heading home to save Eternia; from Mattel Films and Amazon MGM Studios, in theaters June 5.

The Hedgehog is a God ANIMATIONWorld

‘Fureru’ and the Anime Works of Mari Okada

Columnist Andrew Osmond assesses the new film, now streaming on Crunchyroll, and backlist by one of anime’s most prolific writers.

Dad… Really? Headline News

Prime Video Drops ‘Invincible’ Season 4 Trailer, First Look Images and Key Art

The upcoming season of the hit animated series from Skybound Entertainment, featuring new villains Thragg, Dinosaurus and Universa, premieres March 18.

Witchers and Mages Oh My! Headline News

Cinesite Shares VFX Breakdown Reel of ‘The Witcher’ Season 4 Work

Studio teams in London and Montreal worked closely with production VFX supervisors Richard Reed and Sara Bennett to craft terrifying creatures, spectacular battles, and complex magic on the hit Netflix show’s latest season.

The Revolution Will Be Animated Headline News

Now What!? Drops ‘Oligarchy Does Not Rock’ Musical Civics Short

The fast-paced, surreal animated musical explainer inspired by ‘Schoolhouse Rock’ is now available; new shorts will release monthly in the lead-up to the 2026 midterms.

You Had Me at Jalowick Headline News

Milk Delivers Complex Creature VFX for ‘The Rats: A Witcher Tale’

Watch the VFX breakdown reel; the studio delivered around 200 shots, approximately 80 featuring the Jalowick, a hybrid creature created using a combination of prosthetics, performance elements, CG limbs, and partial body augmentation.

You Had Me at Badlands Headline News

Rodeo FX Shares VFX Breakdown Reel for Netflix’s ‘The Abandons’

The studio delivered 113 shots across 7 episodes, including vast environments, adrenaline-charged action, and visceral fire-driven sequences that were created via a broad range of visual effects techniques.

The Hunt is On Headline News

EDGLRD Announces ‘Katch’ Debut WEBTOON Series

Harmony Korine’s first anime-inspired webcomic project explores a hidden world beneath the sea and features a mixed-media production process that incorporates CG tools and animated panels.

And You Thought Marathons Were Tough Headline News

Rodeo FX Crafts 604 Shots for Edgar Wright’s ‘The Running Man’

VFX breakdown reel highlight the studio’s work on the Paramount sci-fi adventure, which required traditional matte paintings and a complete reimagining of the Boston skyline; a 2.5D approach was taken for a car chase that combined a real location with greenscreen footage.

Not Onions! Headline News

Tiny Chef, Nex Playground Partner for Motion-Based Cooking Game

The interactive ‘Tiny Chef: Cooking with Fwends’ invites players to cook alongside the diminutive gourmand and friends using full-body movement in playful culinary challenges.

Rinse Kill Repeat ANIMATIONWorld

Kenichiro Akimoto Talks Ominous Color in ‘All You Need Is Kill’

The director of the anime feature based on Hiroshi Sakurazaka’s sci-fi novel, previously adapted in the Tom Cruise thriller ‘Edge of Tomorrow,’ discusses unconventional, exaggerated character designs and beautiful, vibrant colors that depict some less than friendly plants; from GKIDS, hits U.S. theaters today, January 16.

The Universe Answers ANIMATIONWorld

‘Elio’: A Challenging Outer Space Tale Finds its Way Home

By Dan Sarto | Friday, January 16, 2026 at 1:43pm

Directors Madeline Sharafian and Domee Shi discuss the Pixar sci-fi adventure’s circuitous route to the screen - including creative leadership changes, an actors’ strike, key story shifts and a condensed production schedule - via a path that has led to multiple Annie, VES, PGA and Critics Choice Awards nominations.

Dare to be bad! ANIMATIONWorld

‘The Bad Guys 2’: It’s Still Hard to be Bad at Being Good

Director Pierre Perifel, co-director JP Sans, and VFX supervisor Matt Baer discuss their animated comedy sequel, recently nominated for 5 Annies and 3 VES Awards, about our favorite now reformed animal felons getting hijacked into a huge heist by a new team of criminals.

Beary Funny Headline News

Peacock Drops ‘Ted’ Season 2 Trailer

By Dan Sarto | Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 9:25am

New 8-episode season, set in 1994, sees Ted and his best friend John as seniors in high school; the hybrid live-action / CG series from Seth MacFarlane streams March 5.

Head Back to The Silk Road Headline News

Milo Productions’ Animated ‘Time Hoppers: The Silk Road’ to Hit U.S. Theatres

Fathom sets February 7-8 release of feature film adaptation of the ‘Time Hoppers’ mobile game and upcoming animated series on Muslim Kids TV.

Balancing Beauty and Horror VFXWorld

Guillermo del Toro Finds Beauty in the Grotesque with ‘Frankenstein’

The Oscar-winning filmmaker discusses his unique approach to visual design, color, and often delicate use of visual effects, where you shouldn’t use a shotgun to kill a fly, in his haunting new adaptation of Mary Shelley’s iconic 1818 novel, now streaming on Netflix.

Re-Experience the Crazy Adventure ANIMATIONWorld

‘Madagascar’ at 20: A Q&A with Tom McGrath and Eric Darnell

By Dan Sarto | Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 6:00am

To mark the 20th anniversary of the first film in DreamWorks Animation’s storied franchise, the writers / directors revisit the film’s long development journey, discussing its core comedic premise, evolving themes, improvisational performances, and collaborative storytelling that turned a fish-out-of-water comedy into something truly memorable.

Cloudy with a Chance of Heavy Debris VFXWorld

What Happens Next? The Post-Impact World of ‘Greenland 2: Migration’

Writer/Director Ric Roman Waugh and VFX Supervisor Marc Massicotte discuss how they depict a shattered Earth’s damage, danger, and rebound from an extinction-level meteor strike, in Lionsgate’s ‘Greenland’ sequel, now in theaters.

We Love Whimsical Musical Comedies ANIMATIONWorld

‘Hey A.J.!’ Reignites the Imagination in All Of Us

Show creator and EP, former Super Bowl champion Martellus Bennett, and EP Jeff “Swampy” Marsh discuss their unique creative partnership on the whimsical and music filled series about an imaginative young girl and her stuffed bunny sidekick, based on the NFL star’s children’s books; kicks off January 13 on Disney Jr., next day on Disney+.

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