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A Unique New Animated Project Headline News

St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, Tongal Unveil ‘Fever Fighter’ Series

The first-of-its-kind animated project inspired by artwork from St. Jude patient Ethan Washburn follows a character whose superpower is fighting fevers and has long served as an informal mascot for patients and families.

Dare to be bad! Headline News

Watch the Trailer: ‘The Bad Guys: Breaking In’ Series Coming to Netflix

By Dan Sarto | Wednesday, October 8, 2025 at 11:20am

New animated comedy from DreamWorks Animation features everyone’s ‘favorite felons’ trying to earn their reputation before they became ‘The Bad Guys;’ Streams November 6.

Truths Shall Be Uncovered Headline News

Apple TV+ Debuts ‘WondLa’ 3rd and Final Season Sneak Peek

Based on the Tony DiTerlizzi book series ‘The Search for WondLa,’ the final chapter of the 3DCG adventure trilogy streams November 26.

Honoring Excellence in VFX Headline News

VES Inducts Jon Favreau and Tim Sweeney as Honorary Members

By Dan Sarto | Tuesday, October 7, 2025 at 4:12pm

The society also announces special honorees to be recognized at VES Honors Celebration coming November 7.

People Headline News

Jason Schwartzman, John Waters, Whoopi Goldberg Board ‘Kevin’ Animated Comedy

By Dan Sarto | Tuesday, October 7, 2025 at 11:58am

Written by Aubrey Plaza and Joe Wengert, the Prime Video series follows a housecat who moves to a pet rescue following the break-up of his human owners, where a group of misfit animals help him figure out what he really wants in life; inspired by a real break-up and the cat caught in the middle.

Broadway Has Gone to Hell Headline News

Prime Video Announces ‘Hazbin Hotel: Live on Broadway’ Musical Event

Fans can request tickets for a chance to attend the show on October 20 at The Majestic Theater in New York; will stream at a later date.

Awards Headline News

Winners Announced for 2025 Student Academy Awards

12 short films, including 3 animations, from 3,127 entries, are awarded at 52nd ceremony, held in New York City; all winning films now eligible for 98th Oscars.

Seussing a New Generation of Youngsters Headline News

Netflix Drops ‘Dr. Seuss’s The Sneetches’ Trailer

By Dan Sarto | Tuesday, October 7, 2025 at 8:30am

The third of 3 new Dr. Seuss projects, a 45-minute special about Star-Belly and Moon-Belly Sneetches who decide they’re too different to live together on the beach, streams November 3.

How Many Licks? Headline News

Calabash, Agency SCC Reimagine Tootsie Roll’s ‘How Many Licks’ Ad

The animation studio kicked AI to the curb and refined line work, refreshed the background art, and updated the product packaging while preserving the spot’s original spirit.

That’s Gotta Hurt! Headline News

20th Century Studios Drops ‘Predator: Badlands’ Trailer, Stills

By Dan Sarto | Monday, October 6, 2025 at 4:54pm

The latest entry in the sci-fi adventure franchise, directed by Dan Trachtenberg and starring Elle Fanning and lots of sharp, point teeth, hits theaters in 3D and IMAX on November 7.

On the Road to Rome Headline News

MIA 2025 Presents Program of Panels, Presentations

The Rome event, which runs through October 10, features over 80 sessions, including panels, seminars, workshops and 5 showcases with 44 Italian and international titles across Animation, Doc & Factual, Drama, and Film.

On the Road to NYCC Headline News

Prime Video Announces New York Comic Con 2025 Programming

The streamer hits NYC with panels for key titles including ‘Cross,’ ‘Invincible,’ ‘Hazbin Hotel,’ Critical Role’s ‘The Legend of Vox Machina,’ their new series ‘The Mighty Nein,’ and the upcoming animated series ‘BAT-FAM.’

Business Headline News

‘The Great North’ Not Moving Forward at FOX

By Dan Sarto | Friday, October 3, 2025 at 6:04pm

The animated comedy created and written by ‘Bob’s Burgers’ EPs Wendy Molyneux, Lizzy Molyneux-Logelin and writer Minty Lewis, about the Alaskan adventures of the Tobin family, ends its network run after 5 seasons as part of the Animation Domination lineup.

More Family Fright Night Coming Headline News

Exclusive: Watch Hulu ‘Family Guy’ Halloween Special Clip

By Dan Sarto | Friday, October 3, 2025 at 3:09pm

Debuting October 6 as part of the streamer’s ‘Huluween’ programming, Chris dresses up as Dead Travis Kelce with interesting Taylor Swift backstory options, as Brian, Stewie, Peter and the guys scare up some special treats in ‘A Little Fright Music’

It’s Anime-zing! Headline News

Toei Animation to Showcase ‘One Piece,’ ‘Digimon Beatbreak’ at NYCC 2025

The studio’s programming celebrates both series with special guest panels, booth pop-ups, card giveaways, an autograph raffle, and others.

It’s Unreal! Headline News

Epic Games Releases Twinmotion 2025.2

By Dan Sarto | Thursday, October 2, 2025 at 5:03pm

With added support for Unreal Engine’s Nanite virtualized geometry system, the major update offers significant workflow benefits across numerous industries including Media & Entertainment.

A Classic Tale Reborn Headline News

HBO Max Drops ‘Charlotte’s Web’ 3-Part Special Trailer

By Dan Sarto | Thursday, October 2, 2025 at 2:11pm

3DCG adaptation of E.B. White’s classic book by Sesame Workshop and Guru Studio, with an all-star cast led by Amy Adams, Randall Park, Jean Smart and Rosario Dawson, debuts today, October 2.

On the Road to Turin Headline News

VIEW 2025 Reveals Expansive Full Conference Lineup

By Dan Sarto | Thursday, October 2, 2025 at 9:53am

It’s just 2 weeks away… more than 150 award-winning speakers from the world of animation, VFX, games and AI will take part in a packed schedule of keynotes, talks, panels, workshops and masterclasses; event runs October 12-17 in Turin, Italy.

Business Headline News

‘Be With Zee’ Preschool Series Gets the Greenlight

By Dan Sarto | Thursday, October 2, 2025 at 9:16am

The animated show co-production brings together Vérité Films, Oddly Quiet Ltd., and Media Tech Productions with Television New Zealand (TVNZ), Canada’s TVOKids, TFO, and Knowledge Network.

Business Headline News

Digitoonz Greenlights Production on ‘Enormous’ Starring Mel Brooks

By Dan Sarto | Wednesday, October 1, 2025 at 4:58pm

Tony Hale, Ghostface Killah, and Ming-Na Wen board the heartfelt 3DCG short film, helmed by ‘Storks’ and ‘Presto’ director Doug Sweetland, about a man overcoming depression with the help of his pug Jelly Donut’s love.

Say it Ain’t So Korvo! Headline News

‘Solar Opposites’ 6th and Final Season Trailer Released

By Dan Sarto | Wednesday, October 1, 2025 at 4:00pm

Earth was great while it lasted… all 10 new episodes of Mike McMahan, Josh Bycel and Sydney Ryan’s hilarious, NSFW series that centers on 4 aliens evenly split on whether Earth is awful or awesome hit Hulu on October 13.

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A Unique New Animated Project Headline News

St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, Tongal Unveil ‘Fever Fighter’ Series

The first-of-its-kind animated project inspired by artwork from St. Jude patient Ethan Washburn follows a character whose superpower is fighting fevers and has long served as an informal mascot for patients and families.

Dare to be bad! Headline News

Watch the Trailer: ‘The Bad Guys: Breaking In’ Series Coming to Netflix

By Dan Sarto | Wednesday, October 8, 2025 at 11:20am

New animated comedy from DreamWorks Animation features everyone’s ‘favorite felons’ trying to earn their reputation before they became ‘The Bad Guys;’ Streams November 6.

Truths Shall Be Uncovered Headline News

Apple TV+ Debuts ‘WondLa’ 3rd and Final Season Sneak Peek

Based on the Tony DiTerlizzi book series ‘The Search for WondLa,’ the final chapter of the 3DCG adventure trilogy streams November 26.

Honoring Excellence in VFX Headline News

VES Inducts Jon Favreau and Tim Sweeney as Honorary Members

By Dan Sarto | Tuesday, October 7, 2025 at 4:12pm

The society also announces special honorees to be recognized at VES Honors Celebration coming November 7.

People Headline News

Jason Schwartzman, John Waters, Whoopi Goldberg Board ‘Kevin’ Animated Comedy

By Dan Sarto | Tuesday, October 7, 2025 at 11:58am

Written by Aubrey Plaza and Joe Wengert, the Prime Video series follows a housecat who moves to a pet rescue following the break-up of his human owners, where a group of misfit animals help him figure out what he really wants in life; inspired by a real break-up and the cat caught in the middle.

Broadway Has Gone to Hell Headline News

Prime Video Announces ‘Hazbin Hotel: Live on Broadway’ Musical Event

Fans can request tickets for a chance to attend the show on October 20 at The Majestic Theater in New York; will stream at a later date.

Awards Headline News

Winners Announced for 2025 Student Academy Awards

12 short films, including 3 animations, from 3,127 entries, are awarded at 52nd ceremony, held in New York City; all winning films now eligible for 98th Oscars.

Seussing a New Generation of Youngsters Headline News

Netflix Drops ‘Dr. Seuss’s The Sneetches’ Trailer

By Dan Sarto | Tuesday, October 7, 2025 at 8:30am

The third of 3 new Dr. Seuss projects, a 45-minute special about Star-Belly and Moon-Belly Sneetches who decide they’re too different to live together on the beach, streams November 3.

How Many Licks? Headline News

Calabash, Agency SCC Reimagine Tootsie Roll’s ‘How Many Licks’ Ad

The animation studio kicked AI to the curb and refined line work, refreshed the background art, and updated the product packaging while preserving the spot’s original spirit.

That’s Gotta Hurt! Headline News

20th Century Studios Drops ‘Predator: Badlands’ Trailer, Stills

By Dan Sarto | Monday, October 6, 2025 at 4:54pm

The latest entry in the sci-fi adventure franchise, directed by Dan Trachtenberg and starring Elle Fanning and lots of sharp, point teeth, hits theaters in 3D and IMAX on November 7.

On the Road to Rome Headline News

MIA 2025 Presents Program of Panels, Presentations

The Rome event, which runs through October 10, features over 80 sessions, including panels, seminars, workshops and 5 showcases with 44 Italian and international titles across Animation, Doc & Factual, Drama, and Film.

On the Road to NYCC Headline News

Prime Video Announces New York Comic Con 2025 Programming

The streamer hits NYC with panels for key titles including ‘Cross,’ ‘Invincible,’ ‘Hazbin Hotel,’ Critical Role’s ‘The Legend of Vox Machina,’ their new series ‘The Mighty Nein,’ and the upcoming animated series ‘BAT-FAM.’

Business Headline News

‘The Great North’ Not Moving Forward at FOX

By Dan Sarto | Friday, October 3, 2025 at 6:04pm

The animated comedy created and written by ‘Bob’s Burgers’ EPs Wendy Molyneux, Lizzy Molyneux-Logelin and writer Minty Lewis, about the Alaskan adventures of the Tobin family, ends its network run after 5 seasons as part of the Animation Domination lineup.

More Family Fright Night Coming Headline News

Exclusive: Watch Hulu ‘Family Guy’ Halloween Special Clip

By Dan Sarto | Friday, October 3, 2025 at 3:09pm

Debuting October 6 as part of the streamer’s ‘Huluween’ programming, Chris dresses up as Dead Travis Kelce with interesting Taylor Swift backstory options, as Brian, Stewie, Peter and the guys scare up some special treats in ‘A Little Fright Music’

It’s Anime-zing! Headline News

Toei Animation to Showcase ‘One Piece,’ ‘Digimon Beatbreak’ at NYCC 2025

The studio’s programming celebrates both series with special guest panels, booth pop-ups, card giveaways, an autograph raffle, and others.

It’s Unreal! Headline News

Epic Games Releases Twinmotion 2025.2

By Dan Sarto | Thursday, October 2, 2025 at 5:03pm

With added support for Unreal Engine’s Nanite virtualized geometry system, the major update offers significant workflow benefits across numerous industries including Media & Entertainment.

A Classic Tale Reborn Headline News

HBO Max Drops ‘Charlotte’s Web’ 3-Part Special Trailer

By Dan Sarto | Thursday, October 2, 2025 at 2:11pm

3DCG adaptation of E.B. White’s classic book by Sesame Workshop and Guru Studio, with an all-star cast led by Amy Adams, Randall Park, Jean Smart and Rosario Dawson, debuts today, October 2.

On the Road to Turin Headline News

VIEW 2025 Reveals Expansive Full Conference Lineup

By Dan Sarto | Thursday, October 2, 2025 at 9:53am

It’s just 2 weeks away… more than 150 award-winning speakers from the world of animation, VFX, games and AI will take part in a packed schedule of keynotes, talks, panels, workshops and masterclasses; event runs October 12-17 in Turin, Italy.

Business Headline News

‘Be With Zee’ Preschool Series Gets the Greenlight

By Dan Sarto | Thursday, October 2, 2025 at 9:16am

The animated show co-production brings together Vérité Films, Oddly Quiet Ltd., and Media Tech Productions with Television New Zealand (TVNZ), Canada’s TVOKids, TFO, and Knowledge Network.

Business Headline News

Digitoonz Greenlights Production on ‘Enormous’ Starring Mel Brooks

By Dan Sarto | Wednesday, October 1, 2025 at 4:58pm

Tony Hale, Ghostface Killah, and Ming-Na Wen board the heartfelt 3DCG short film, helmed by ‘Storks’ and ‘Presto’ director Doug Sweetland, about a man overcoming depression with the help of his pug Jelly Donut’s love.

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