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Adult Swim SMALLS ‘Blue World’ Short Series Debuts Today on YouTube

From Boston-based animator Nick Cabana (03mania), the 3-part series follows Dr. Green, a desperate therapist who will try anything to save his business and keep his last remaining client.

Get Dunkin’ for the Holidays Headline News

BUCK Brings Dunkin’s ‘The Little Holiday Munchkin’ to Life

A bite-sized hero takes center stage in the children’s book and commercial, narrated by Mindy Kaling; supports the Dunkin’ Joy in Childhood Foundation.

Pushing the 2D Envelope ANIMATIONWorld

Breaking the Rig with ‘Bat-Fam’ and ‘Blood and Bamboo’

For director Mike Roth and animation director Garrett Ray, getting the most from your 2D animation means you can’t limit yourself to what the rigs are capable of – you have to force them to get the result you’re after.

A Walrus and a Plant Walk into a Bar ANIMATIONWorld

A Walrus Taxi Driver and a Talking Plant: The Baku Kinoshita Interview

Columnist Andrew Osmond talks to the director about his 2 acclaimed anime, the TV series ‘Odd Taxi’ and his new film, ‘The Last Blossom.’

Who Doesn’t Love Underwater Capers? Headline News

Warner Bros. Discovery Commissions ‘Clawlolo’ Season 2

Rymanco Ventures’ non-dialogue 2D musical comedy series will air exclusively across Warner’s kids networks in EMEA, as well as its global Cartoonito YouTube channels.

Visions of Awesome Anime ANIMATIONWorld

The Sequels of ‘Star Wars: Visions’ Volume 3 Carry on a Key Franchise Tradition

‘The Duel: Payback,’ ‘The Lost Ones,’ and ‘The Ninth Jedi: Child of Hope’ deftly expand upon characters and storylines established in Volume 1, carefully animated in mixed 2D and 3D by anime studios Kamikaze Douga and ANIMA, Production I.G, and Kinema citrus Co.

He Animated Tigger! Headline News

Andreas Deja’s Award-Winning ‘Mushka’ Sets December 15 Streaming Release

By Dan Sarto | Monday, December 1, 2025 at 3:16pm

The Disney Legend’s 28-minute hand-drawn animated short, nearly a decade in the making, tells the heartwarming story of a young Ukrainian girl who must decide to save or leave in the wild an orphaned Siberian tiger cub she discovers; coming to all major global VOD platforms.  

KPop Goes the Demon! ANIMATIONWorld

Re-VIEW: ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ – Beauty in Broken Glass

Maggie Kang and Chris Appelhans’ hit animated musical about a trio of women battling against a band of demons intent on taking over the world presents big ideas with a deceptively light touch; its gorgeously accessible imagery and brisk toe-tapping pace are as catchy as the lyrics of its songs.

VFX for Film Headline News

Cinesite Shares ‘The Lost Bus’ VFX Breakdown Reel

By Dan Sarto | Monday, December 1, 2025 at 8:36am

The studio delivered over 200 visual effects shots on the Apple TV film, starring Matthew McConaughey, inspired by real events of the 2018 Camp Fire, the deadliest US wildfire in the last century.

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!

Spread Your Wings and Drumsticks Headline News

FOX Drops ‘Thanksloving’ Official Music Video From ‘Bob’s Burgers’

By Dan Sarto | Thursday, November 27, 2025 at 8:39am

Bob delivers a heartfelt love ballad to the Turkey he’s preparing for the holiday… as only he, in his inimitable way, can do, in the all-new short.

Ending Violence Against Women Headline News

Watch Sundance Winner ‘Como Si La Tierra se las hubiera tragado’

By Dan Sarto | Wednesday, November 26, 2025 at 11:42am

In support of the UN’s global ’16 Days of Activism’ campaign calling for an end to violence against women, Natalia León’s animated short, about a woman who returns to Mexico but cannot reconcile her rekindled memories of violence, is now streaming.

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.

More Pie? Headline News

Watch: ‘Disney’s Hulu’s Family Guy’s Hallmark Channel’s Lifetime’s Familiar Holiday Movie’ Clip

By Dan Sarto | Wednesday, November 26, 2025 at 8:41am

Enjoy an exclusive clip from the upcoming special, streaming November 28; in the ‘Family Guy’ take on generic holiday movies, Lois, who works for ‘Big Pie’ travels to a small town in hopes of stealing Peter’s award-winning family secret pie recipe.

Ubisoft Heads to TV Headline News

FX Orders ‘Far Cry’ Anthology Series from Noah Hawley and Rob Mac

The ‘Alien: Earth’ and ‘It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia’ creators will executive produce the limited series, based on Ubisoft’s video game franchise.

The Dysfunctional Adventurers Get Vertical Headline News

‘Critical Role: The Mighty Nein Origins’ Launches on WEBTOON

The vertical scrolling webcomic, published in partnership with Dark Horse Comics, serves as a prequel for Critical Role’s new animated series ‘The Mighty Nein,’ which just debuted on Prime Video.

All-New Holiday Programming Headline News

Angel, Butch Hartman Studios to Release ‘The Christmas King!’

The Garden Cartoon Holiday film, which follows Lenny the Lion and Lucy the Lamb as they find the first snowflake of Christmas, hits Angel platforms on December 11.

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.

More Dunk and Egg and Dragons Headline News

HBO Announces ‘Game Of Thrones’ Spinoff Series Renewals

‘A Knight Of The Seven Kingdoms’ will return for Season 2 in 2027 - Season 1 debuts this coming January 18; ‘House Of The Dragon’ Season 4 will premiere in 2028 – Season 3 returns summer 2026.

Who Doesn’t Like Kinetic-Powered Heroes? Headline News

Toikido, Spacetoon Partner on ‘Battalor’ Animated Series

The long-term deal will kick off with the production of 3 shows, which will debut across Spacetoon platforms in MENA and Türkiye; the projects will expand into global markets Spring 2027.

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