Mercury Filmworks Teaming with Turnip + Duck Studio for ‘Bunny McBee’
Canadian-Irish co-production deal for original 2D-animated short-form preschool series created by Emmy-nominated 'Hilda' director Andy Coyle signed at Annecy.
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Chalkdust Animation Studios Launches in Atlanta, Announces New TV Series
Former Paramount Exec Jared Mass launches real-time virtual production studio, partners with Noble Road Media to produce and finance C.S. Lewis animated series ‘Boxen.’
Crunchyroll Reveals 2024 Anime Expo Lineup
Animation destination hosting more than 20 panels and premieres runs July 4-7 with early looks at the next wave of anime.
In 2D, 3D, Anime, CG, Event, Films, People, Places, Television | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: North America
Netflix Presents Sneak Peeks of Upcoming Films, Series at Annecy
The streamer showcases upcoming animated films and series in an event packed with top-tier talent, works-in-progress and exciting first looks.
In 2D, 3D, Cartoons, CG, Event, Festival, Films, Games, People, Places, Production, Stop-Motion, Television | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Special Events: Annecy | Geographic Region: All, Europe
Smurfs Rights Holder Announces Rebrand to Peyo Company
Plans for two new TV series inspired by the original comic books by Peyo, ‘The Tales of Johan & Peewit’ and ‘Benny Breakiron,’ were revealed at Annecy.
In 3D, Business, Cartoons, CG, Event, Festival, Films, Licensing, Music and Sound, People, Places, Production, Television, Voice Acting | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Special Events: Annecy | Geographic Region: All, Europe, North America
Alexi Wheeler Teams with Superprod To Launch Wheel In Motion
Former Netflix EMEA head launches U.K.-based production company to develop a range of new animated and live-action series and films targeting diverse audiences.
In Business, Cartoons, Films, People, Places, Production, Television | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: All, Europe
Montreal’s Rezolution Pictures Launches New Animation Division
Bardel Entertainment founder and former CEO Delna Bhesania joins Rezolution Pictures to develop dynamic global brands with engaging stories for international audiences.
In Business, Cartoons, Films, People, Places, Production, Television | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: All, North America
Epic Storyworlds Welcomes Chantal Cloutier as Executive Producer and Brand Director
Veteran entertainment executive to enhance international project development and oversee 360-degree strategy at independent kids content creation company.
Academy Museum to Screen Rare Restoration of ‘The Thief and the Cobbler’
Dubbed ‘A Moment in Time,’ 2013 restoration represents the original vision legendary animator Richard Williams intended for his film before it was taken from his control and altered.
Nouns Fest 2024 Bringing Global Animation Talent to Los Angeles
Nouns Fest 2024 will feature 50 new animated shorts from global creators, funded by a $1 million grant pool, and highlight three premieres from award-winning Stoopid Buddy Stoodios.
In 2D, 3D, Cartoons, Festival, Films, People, Places, Short Films | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: All, North America
Miyu Productions Bringing 10 Films to Annecy 2024
The French studio is set to captivate audiences at Annecy 2024 with 10 auteur-driven animated films, spanning thought-provoking shorts, visually stunning features and innovative works in progress.
In 2D, 3D, Awards, Cartoons, Festival, Films, People, Places, Short Films, Television | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Special Events: Annecy | Geographic Region: All, Europe
Xilam Heads to Annecy 2024 with Expansive Project Slate
French animation studio's growing portfolio of family and adult titles, including ‘The Doomies,’ ‘Twilight of the Gods,’ ‘My Life in Versailles,’ and ‘Athleticus’ Season 4, take the stage at a variety of screenings, panels and talks; the festival runs June 9-15.
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Studio Unagi Launches in Montreal: A New Animation Powerhouse with Anime Flair
With a strong artistic vein inspired by Japanese animation, the independent studio already has two ambitious projects in production for Ankama, ‘Bestiale’ and ‘Sacré-Coeur.’
Platige Image Opens Canary Islands Studio
Leading VFX and post-production studio joins more than a dozen production companies that have opened facilities in Las Palmas, taking advantage of local film production incentives.
In 3D, Business, CG, Commercials, Films, Games, Places, Post-production, Television, Visual Effects | Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: Africa
‘Disney Jr. Live on Tour: Let’s Play’ Kicks off Fall 2024
'Disney Jr.’s Ariel' debuts alongside popular Disney Jr. characters from ‘Marvel’s Spidey and his Amazing Friends’ and ‘SuperKitties;’ starts September 17 in Costa Mesa, California with shows slated across 60 U.S. cities.
Room to Read Announces ‘She Creates Change’ Animated Shorts Premiere Dates
Produced In partnership with Warner Bros. Discovery, the 6-episode live-action/animated film series shares the stories of 6 young women courageously meeting unique challenges encountered living in low-income communities in Bangladesh, India, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Tanzania, and Vietnam; premieres in Asia March 8.
The-Artery Taps Spatial AI for ‘Dream Cube’
New Louisiana Civil Rights Museum exhibit culminates in an immersive environment created using projection mapping and motion detection, where visitors step into and experience the Civil Rights journey that shaped the country.
Annecy Sets €26 million ‘Cité’ Animation Hub Expansion for 2025 Launch
To be located in the historic Haras d’Annecy, the new Cité internationale du cinéma d’animation d’Annecy will promote animation to a wide audience, boasting a screening room, artist’s residence, training facilities, and exhibition space for temporary and permanent collections.
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PIXELvienna
Begins: November 17, 2023
PIXELvienna 16, an immersive conference and festival, brings a range of presentations, workshops, and screenings to Vienna from November 17 to 19.
In 3D, AI, Art, CG, Digital Media, Education and Training, Event, Films, Games, Mobile and Wireless, Places, Short Films, Technology, Transmedia, Virtual Production, AR/VR/XR, Visual Effects | Event Types: Conferences
Manchester Animation Festival 2023
Begins: November 12, 2023
Manchester Animation Festival, the UK’s largest animation festival, returns HOME, November 12-17 in person and November 18-30 online.
In 2D, 3D, CG, Digital Media, Education and Training, Event, Festival, Films, Places, Short Films | Event Types: Competitive Festivals
Lugano Animation Days
Begins: November 9, 2023
Organized by GSIFA, the four-day international animation festival will take place November 9-12 in Lugano, Switzerland.
In 2D, 3D, Cartoons, CG, Digital Media, Event, Festival, Films, Places, Short Films | Event Types: Competitive Festivals
ANIMEX 2023
Begins: November 6, 2023
The international festival of animation, games, and VFX will take place November 6-10 and feature a week of networking, workshops, and screenings.
Animanima Festival 2023
Begins: September 19, 2023
Animanima Festival returns to Čačak with a competitive program, talks, workshops, art exhibitions and more; the event runs September 19-23, 2023.
In 2D, 3D, Awards, CG, Digital Media, Event, Festival, Films, People, Places, Short Films | Event Types: Competitive Festivals
Weird Market – 15th Edition
Begins: September 26, 2023
The animation, video game, and new media market will take place September 26 – October 1 in Valencia, Spain.
In 2D, 3D, Business, CG, Digital Media, Event, Festival, Films, Games, Interactive, Jobs & Recruiting, Licensing, People, Places, Short Films, Technology, Transmedia | Event Types: Conferences
Viborg Animation Festival
Begins: September 25, 2023
Denmark’s largest animation festival returns September 25 – October 1, 2023, to celebrate all things animated!
In 2D, 3D, Cartoons, CG, Digital Media, Education and Training, Event, Festival, Films, Places, Short Films | Event Types: Non-competitive Festivals
