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kids’ animation Headline News

Millimages, StoryZoo & Friends Partner on Linear, FAST, AVOD and SVOD Channels

Deal to bring kids’ series to European viewers calls for licensing of more than 300 episodes from globally recognized preschool catalog, including ‘Louie (Louie, Draw Me),’ ‘Mouk,’ ‘Hilltop Hospital,’ and ‘Molang.’

More Funny Business Headline News

Tubi Expands Animation+ Partnership with Animated Comedy Slate

Newly added titles include series from the animation collective Explosm, Skybound Entertainment’s ‘PSI Cops,’ and ‘Melvin’s Macabre’ from Meatcanyon.

Oh You Boys Headline News

Adult Swim Renews ‘Haha, You Clowns’ for 2 Additional Seasons

The animated comedy from creator Joe Cappa follows three doting teenagers and their recently widowed dad as they navigate life’s awkward, funny, and emotional moments together.

Didn’t See That Coming! Headline News

The Academy, YouTube Partner for Exclusive Global Rights to the Oscars

From 2029 through 2033, the annual awards, including red carpet coverage, behind-the-scenes content, and Governors Ball access, will be available live and for free on YouTube, and for YouTube TV subscribers in the United States.

No Syllabus Just Chaos VFXWorld

The Visual Effects, Practically Speaking, of ‘Gen V’ Season 2

VFX Supervisor Karen Heston talks gender-changing and shrinking/growing characters, moveable silicone blood mats, and capturing as much as possible in-camera on the second season of the Prime Video ‘The Boys’ spinoff about students at Godolkin University whose lives are complicated by injections of Compound V.

Mossy Bodies Oh My! Headline News

One of Us Brings the Swamp to ‘The Witcher’ Season 4

Watch the VFX breakdown reel featuring the studio’s work crafting 210 visual effects shots across 4 episodes; highlights include the parasite-ridden Greylock, reimagined Roach Hounds, and the unsettling Mother and Little Rusalka swamp duo.

The End is Beginning Headline News

Netflix Drops ‘Stranger Things 5 Volume 2’ Trailer

Head back to the Upside Down; the next episode set of the fight to find and kill Vecna premieres December 25, followed by The Finale on December 31; Volume 1 is now streaming.

The Heart Breaks but Brokenly Lives On VFXWorld

Re-VIEW: ‘Frankenstein’ – Acts of Love and Forgiveness

Oscar-winning filmmaker Guillermo del Toro’s most complete work to date transforms Mary Shelley’s iconic 1818 novel from a cautionary tale of the perils of hubris into a redemptive fable about the ability to forgive.

It’s Anime-zing! ANIMATIONWorld

Winter TV Anime Roundup: Shooting Santa and Monstrous Mermaids

Columnist Andrew Osmond looks in on some of the top current shows, including ‘Sanda,’ ‘The Monster Wants to Eat Me,’ and ‘Touring After the Apocalypse.’

Time to Man Up! ANIMATIONWorld

Jeff Kinney Talks Parenting and ‘Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Last Straw’

The hugely successful author and screenwriter brings his and his team’s personal experience – and plenty of real stories – to the new 3DCG film about Greg Heffley dealing with his father Frank’s outsized expectations; based on his novels that follow a disaster-prone middle school student, it’s now streaming on Disney+.

Witchers and Mages Oh My! Headline News

Milk Shares ‘The Witcher’ Season 4 VFX Breakdown Reel

The studio contributed visual effects across multiple episodes of the Netflix fantasy series, including two technically complex fight sequences in Episode 6; work includes choreographed battles, magic, blood, and CG swords.

From Horror Survival Game to Animation Headline News

tinyBuild Releases ‘Hello Neighbor: Welcome to Raven Brooks’ Animated Series

In addition to YouTube, Seasons 1 and 2 of the horror survival video game adaptation are available on Prime Video in the US, UK, Canada, and Australia; other IP ventures include the upcoming ‘Hello Neighbor’ feature film and ‘Hello Neighbor 3’ video game.

WBD Monopoly! Headline News

The Heat Is On! Paramount Makes Hostile Takeover Bid for Warner Bros. Discovery

David Ellison’s Paramount Skydance has extended an all-cash offer at $30 per outstanding share (approximately $108.4 billion) for WBD after Netflix’s initial offer was accepted; shareholders have 10 business days to accept or reject the new offer.

We Love Whimsical Musical Comedies Headline News

Disney Announces ‘Hey A.J.!’ Animated Family Comedy

The whimsical and music filled series about an imaginative young girl and her stuffed bunny sidekick is inspired by author and Super Bowl champion Martellus Bennett, who stars and serves as EP; kicks off January 13 on Disney Jr., next day on Disney+.

Celebrate Everything Iyanu Headline News

Lion Forge Announces ‘Iyanu’ Holiday Livestream

The full-day virtual fan event on December 13 will feature cast appearances, a table read, merch drops, giveaways, a sponsored gameplay showcase, and an exclusive first look at ‘Iyanu’ Season 2.

A New Entertainment Age Headline News

Netflix, Warner Bros. Discovery Agree to $82.7 Billion Acquisition

The cash and stock transaction, valued at $27.75 per share of WBD and approximately $82.7 billion overall, is expected to close in the next 12-18 months.

We Want More SMALLS Headline News

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.

Celebrating the Best in VFX Headline News

World VFX Day 2025 Releases Full Program

The final lineup for the free event, which each year spotlights the VFX and animation industries, features over 65 speakers across 15 hours of talks; will live stream via YouTube on December 8.

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.

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.

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