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We Want More Kid Sleuths ANIMATIONWorld

‘The Sisters Grimm’: Sleuthing Siblings with Very Famous Ancestors

By Dan Sarto | Friday, October 3, 2025 at 2:00pm

Author and EP Michael Buckley went through years of development hell adapting his book series until he met Amy Higgins, whose non-cookie cutter take on the story and its not always likeable characters was both real… and real risky; debuts October 3 on Apple TV+.   

From Webcomic to Anime ANIMATIONWorld

Crunchyroll Gives a Crash Course in Adapting Western Webcomics into Anime

Creators Leeanne M. Krecic, Brandon Lee and producer Heather Horn break down the challenges of collaboration with Japanese studios, from character proportions and redesigns to culture-specific romance cues and etiquette.

Doh! ANIMATIONWorld

Season 37 of ‘The Simpsons’ is Here… But Who’s Counting?

By Dan Sarto | Tuesday, September 30, 2025 at 5:51pm

Co-EPs Cesar Mazariegos and Jessica Conrad talk about the brand-new record-breaking season of the longest running primetime show in TV history, fresh off a 4-season renewal, with episode 800 set for 2026, a sequel feature coming in 2027, and a creative team that still keeps it fresh.

A True Master Headline News

Oscar Winner Richard Williams’ Memoir ‘Adventures in Animation’ Now Available

The new book, written with his wife and collaborator Imogen Sutton, dives into the life and career of the legendary and beloved ‘Who Framed Roger Rabbit’ animation director.

Return to Aaravos ANIMATIONWorld

‘The Dragon King’: A Fan-Driven Epic with ‘Bodice-Ripping Romance’

Creators Aaron Ehasz and Justin Richmond share details about their animated sequel, set in ‘The Dragon Prince’ universe, which picks up 7 years after the original show, with many key characters returning as adults; supporting Kickstarter campaign starts September 16.

From Handing Out Donuts to Writing Famous Anime ANIMATIONWorld

Cyborgs, War Dramas and Evangelions: A Career in Anime

Columnist Andrew Osmond interviews Yoshiki Sakurai about his journey from a British high school to writing for such landmark anime as ‘Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex,’ ‘Giovanni’s Island,’ and ‘Evangelion.’

We Want More Vampiric Robots Headline News

Glitch and Oni Press Launch ‘Murder Drones: The Official Graphic Novel’ Kickstarter

By Dan Sarto | Wednesday, September 10, 2025 at 4:35pm

Wyatt Kennedy and Jo Mi-Gyeong adapt all 8 episodes of Liam Vickers’ animated series in a self-contained, stand-alone storytelling experience.

AI Blogs

CAN CHATGPT WRITE ANIMATION SCRIPTS FOR YOU?

You’ve probably heard the expression "Good-Fast-Cheap: You can only have two but never all three". Well, I believe you can get all three.

Screenwriting Blogs

Screenwriting Staffing: A Professional Screenwriter’s Perspective

There’s one script marketplace that consistently delivers on its mission to connect writers with real producers, managers, and employers

So Much More Than Astro Boy ANIMATIONWorld

On the Periphery of Osamu Tezuka

Anime columnist Andrew Osmond explores the fringes of the iconic ‘God of Manga’s work: strange short films, magnificent fantasy sagas and doodlings on Disney.

Mulder and Scully as Idiots Headline News

Animation+ Snags FAST Rights to Adult Swim’s ‘Psi Cops’

By Dan Sarto | Friday, August 29, 2025 at 10:44am

The absurdist comedy about a team of incompetent paranormal investigators premieres today, August 29, on the adult animated comedy channel.

Empowering Women in Animation ANIMATIONWorld

Stories x Women: Tales of Jinns, Genius Aliens, Immigrants and Family Curses

From ghost stories and family curses to intergalactic misfits and urban rabbits, WIA’s 2025 animation creators’ cohort features 5 bold new projects from women across the globe, each exploring identity, legacy, and self-discovery in imaginative, culturally rich worlds.

Epic Sci-Fi Coming to the Screen Headline News

‘Citizen Of The Galaxy’ Animated Film in Development at Lex+Otis Studios

Jay Oliva will direct the adaptation of the novel by famed sci-fi author Robert A. Heinlein, which follows Thorby, an orphaned boy sold at auction under the whip of intergalactic slavery.

Let the Wolfenstein Games Begin Headline News

Patrick Somerville Signs Overall Amazon TV Deal

The 2-year deal will see the ‘Wolfenstein’ series creator team with producer Stephanie Jacob-Goldman to develop projects under their chaoticgood.tv banner.

More Seussian Fun is Coming! Headline News

Warner Bros.’ ‘The Cat in the Hat’ Delayed

By Dan Sarto | Thursday, August 21, 2025 at 1:09pm

Theatrical release of the studio’s animated adaptation of the iconic Dr. Seuss kids’ book has been pushed from February 27, 2026 to November 6, 2026, to take better advantage of the holiday season and merchandising opportunities.

KPop Goes the Demon! ANIMATIONWorld

Inside the World of 'KPop Demon Hunters' with Maggie Kang and Chris Appelhans

By Dan Sarto | Wednesday, August 20, 2025 at 5:35pm

The writers and directors of the smash Netflix animated musical talk about balancing Korean culture, music, and mythology while telling an entertaining story with characters that feel like real K-pop stars within a legitimate K-pop world.

So We’re Fishing for Goats Now? One Pixel Brush ANIMATIONWorld

‘Christo the Civilized Barbarian’: A True DIY Animated Adventure

One Pixel Brush founder, award-winning concept artist Shaddy Safadi, talks about his Annecy Cristal-winning 3DCG short comedy, years in the making, which he wrote, directed, voiced all characters for, and self-financed, that’s set in 400 AD, when decency, decorum and cleanliness were not high priorities.

Heading Back to Royce Hall Headline News

Call for Entries: The 53rd Annie Awards

By Dan Sarto | Monday, August 4, 2025 at 4:19pm

Submissions run through November 9; next year’s ceremony is set for February 21, 2026 at UCLA’s Royce Hall.

Dept. of Can’t Wait Headline News

Netflix Drops ‘Long Story Short’ Trailer, Renews for Season 2

By Dan Sarto | Thursday, July 31, 2025 at 12:10pm

Picked up for a second season before its streaming debut, the new animated series from Raphael Bob-Waksberg (‘BoJack Horseman’) follows the Schwooper siblings from childhood to adulthood and back again, chronicling their triumphs, disappointments, joys, and compromises; premieres August 22.

People Headline News

Sycamore Studios Taps Ken Daurio to Pen ‘Zita the Spacegirl’ Feature Adaptation

The animated film follows a girl propelled into a cosmic adventure after her best friend is abducted by aliens; Marvel vet Jeremy Latcham executive produces.

People Headline News

Chris Sanders to Pen ‘Lilo & Stitch 2’ Live-Action Script

The original Disney 2D animated film’s co-writer / co-director is set to write the screenplay for the just announced sequel to the hit adaptation released this past May, which generated over $1 billion at the global box office.

Who Doesn’t Love an Intrepid Explorer? Headline News

Mike Mignola and Bruce Zick Team on New ‘Hellboy’ Universe Comic

By Dan Sarto | Tuesday, July 15, 2025 at 9:13am

See exclusive sketches with creator commentary - Dark Horse’s new 4-issue miniseries, ‘Captain Henry and the Graveyard of Time,’ follows an intrepid time-travelling explorer on a journey into a new dimension, coming October 22.

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