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It’s Wicked Cool! Headline News

Universal Drops ‘Wicked: For Good’ Official Trailer

By Dan Sarto | Thursday, June 5, 2025 at 10:37am

They’re coming for Elphaba, now known as the Wicked Witch of the West, in the epic conclusion of Jon M. Chu’s 2-part musical fantasy adventure that tells the untold story of the witches of Oz, Elphaba and Glinda; hits theaters this November.

Who Doesn’t Like Spreading Kindness? ANIMATIONWorld

I’ve Found the Perfect Me: Inside the Making of ‘Lulu is a Rhinoceros’

By Dan Sarto | Friday, May 30, 2025 at 8:50am

Father-daughter creators Jason and Allison Flom reflect on their journey from picture book to animated musical special, incorporating original songs, vivid visuals, and character-driven storytelling to create a show grounded in curiosity, joy, and belonging; streams May 30 on Apple TV+.

The Word Curmudgeon Comes to Mind ANIMATIONWorld

Separated at Birth: Hayao Miyazaki and Alan Moore

What can the creator of ‘Spirited Away’ and ‘My Neighbor Totoro’ have in common with the author of ‘Watchmen’ and ‘From Hell?’ A great deal, argues Andrew Osmond.

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TwelveP Animation to Unveil ‘Dynowish’ Teaser, Script at Annecy, Mifa

The series, based on the children’s books from author Paola Myriam Visconti, is set to premeire in 2027; the festival and market run from June 8-14.

Who Doesn’t Like Spreading Kindness? Headline News

Exclusive Clip: Apple TV+’s ‘Lulu Is a Rhinoceros – Volleyball Game’

By Dan Sarto | Thursday, May 29, 2025 at 9:00am

Lulu’s volleyball game doesn’t go as planned as the players question why she doesn’t look or act like a rhinoceros at all; the animated musical special, which features original songs by Leland, follows a rhinoceros on a quest to spread kindness; premieres globally May 30.

It’s Not Just a Box Headline News

Apple TV+ Debuts ‘Not a Box’ Preschool Series Trailer

Based on the picture book by Antoinette Portis, the animated show follows bunny Riley, who with just one cardboard box, imagines magical worlds full of new friends and fantastic adventures; premieres June 13.

Isn’t Every Forest Filled with Mystery? Headline News

Shout! Studios’ ‘Into the Wonderwoods’ Heads to VOD and Digital

Watch the trailer; based on a comic by Vincent Paronnaud (a.k.a. Winshluss), the animated film about a 10-year-old boy left behind at a rest stop by his distracted parents on a trip to visit his beloved granny will be available for rent or purchase in North America on all major digital platforms starting June 24.

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Lion Forge, George R.R. Martin Team on ‘A Dozen Tough Jobs’ Animated Feature

By Dan Sarto | Thursday, May 22, 2025 at 12:07pm

The adaptation of Howard Waldrop’s novella reimagines the Greek ’12 Labors of Hercules’ in 1920s Mississippi with a sharecropper fighting to regain his freedom; France’s Blue Spirit to animate.

Retelling the Story of Jesus ANIMATIONWorld

Reframing the Passion: Charles Kugler’s ‘Judas Iscariot’ Reimagines a Story of Faith

The background artist on Adult Swim shows like ‘Smiling Friends’ and ‘Aqua Teen Hunger Force’ discusses his animated short, now in production, a vibrantly stylized reinterpretation of the story of Jesus featuring bipedal animals rather than humans.

Dunk and Egg in 2026 Headline News

HBO Delays ‘A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms’ Release

The spinoff series, based on George R. R. Martin’s novella ‘The Hedge Knight,’ is set a century before ‘Game of Thrones,’ and follows the exploits of two unlikely heroes; now pushed into 2026.

Dare to be bad! Headline News

Going Good Ain’t Easy in New ‘The Bad Guys 2’ Trailer

By Dan Sarto | Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 9:08am

It’s tough to be good when everyone knows how bad you’ve been in DreamWorks Animation’s upcoming animated comedy about a crackerjack crew of animal outlaws, now-reformed, who get hijacked into a high-stakes, globe-trotting heist, masterminded by a new team of criminals: The Bad Girls; in theaters August 1.

Who Doesn’t Like Spreading Kindness? Headline News

Apple TV+ Drops ‘Lulu Is a Rhinoceros’ Animated Special Trailer

Based on the children’s book of the same name by Jason and Allison Flom, the musical, which features original songs by Leland, follows a rhinoceros on a quest to spread kindness; premieres globally May 30.

The Stories I Could Tell… ANIMATIONWorld

Nancy Denney-Phelps Talks Food, Fine Wine, and Friends ‘On The Animation Trail’

The animation historian, journalist, and festival stalwart talks about her new book that chronicles almost 25 years of unique and colorful adventures, alongside her husband, musician Nik Phelps, crisscrossing the globe on their way to the next industry gathering.

We Love Bright-Eyed Bunnies! Headline News

Apple TV+ Announces ‘Not a Box’ Animated Series Premiere Date

By Dan Sarto | Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 9:41am

Inspired by the children’s picture book by author/illustrator Antoinette Portis, the preschool series encourages young audiences to embrace the power of imagination; premieres globally June 13.

People Headline News

Sycamore Studios Taps Jeremy Latcham as ‘Zita The Spacegirl’ Executive Producer

The animated film, which follows a girl who is propelled into a cosmic adventure after her best friend is abducted by aliens, is also produced by Latcham Pictures’ Andrew Pace.

We Want More Dragon Wars! Headline News

Aaron Waltke Boards Prime Video’s ‘Wings of Fire’ as Showrunner

The ‘Unikitty!’ and ‘Trollhunters’ writer/producer will also executive produce and co-write the animated series alongside ‘Wings of Fire’ book series author Tui T. Sutherland.

Here There Be Dragons… and Vikings Headline News

Universal Drops Final ‘How to Train Your Dragon’ Trailer

By Dan Sarto | Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at 8:57am

Hitting theaters June 13, Dean DeBlois’ live-action reimagining of the first film in DreamWorks Animation’s hugely successful animated franchise sees Hiccup befriend Toothless, an injured Night Fury dragon, and against all odds, try to save his village while defying centuries of hateful tradition.

Here There Be Dragons… and Vikings Headline News

Universal Drops ‘How to Train Your Dragon – Bringing Berk to Life’ Featurette

By Dan Sarto | Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 11:56am

Go behind-the-scenes with director Dean DeBlois and stars Gerard Butler, Mason Thames, and Nico Parker and see how the key village sets in the live-action reimagining were designed, built, and shot; young Hiccup’s quest to save his people while defying centuries of tradition by befriending a dragon hits theaters June 13.

Truths Shall Be Uncovered Headline News

Exclusive: Apple TV+ Drops ‘WondLa’ Season 2 Sneak Peek Clip

By Dan Sarto | Thursday, April 24, 2025 at 9:01am

Eva 9, with Eva 8 in tow, desperately tries to escape ‘containment’ in the all-new clip; 7-episode season of Skydance Animation’s animated series, based on the 'The Search for WondLa' books by Tony DiTerlizzi, premieres April 25.

That’ll Do Pig Headline News

Andy Serkis’ ‘Animal Farm’ Voice Cast Revealed

The all-star lineup boarding the upcoming animated adaptation of George Orwell’s classic novel includes Seth Rogen, Glenn Close, Woody Harrelson, Gaten Matarazzo, Laverne Cox, Kieran Culkin, Steve Buscemi, Jim Parsons, Kathleen Turner, and Iman Vellani.

kids’ animation Headline News

‘Lulu Is a Rhinoceros’ Family Musical Special Coming to Apple TV+

By Dan Sarto | Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at 6:51am

Based on the children’s book of the same name by father-daughter duo Jason and Allison Flom, the animated pop music event is all about kindness, acceptance and embracing one’s true self.

We Want More Adventure Time Headline News

Oni Press Drops ‘Adventure Time #2’ Comic First Look

We continue our journey through the land of Ooo with the next chapter of the ‘Best of Buds’ story arc from cartoonist and animator Nick Winn (‘Bloody Mary’) and artist Asia Simone (‘Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur: Wreck and Roll’); issue hits shelves May 7.

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Lightbox Expo 2025 - Save the Date

Begins: October 24, 2025

The 3-day annual event returns to the Pasadena Convention Center October 24-26 celebrating the best in live-action, animation, illustration, and gaming with panels, programs, and demos featuring industry leading artists, creators, and studios.

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