Category: Digital Media

In-Passing Headline News

‘Star Wars: The Clone Wars’ Voice Actor Tom Kane Dies at 64

By Dan Sarto | Monday, May 18, 2026 at 5:01pm

The prolific animation and video game actor, known for Yoda in both animated ‘Clone Wars’ series, Woodhouse in ‘Archer,’ and Professor Utonium in ‘The Powerpuff Girls,’ passed away from complications of a stroke.

Zoinks! Headline News

Scooby and Shaggy Head to Japan in Tubi’s 'Yokoso Scooby-Doo!'

By Dan Sarto | Monday, May 18, 2026 at 3:16pm

Frank Welker and Matthew Lillard will once again voice the prolific pair as the first original anime 'Scooby-Doo' series gets greenlit, with Warner Bros. Animation producing and OLM providing production services.

Breathe… Breathe in the Cat ANIMATIONWorld

Kirsten Lepore Gets Weird for Finch’s ‘Whatever It Takes to Get Through the Day’

The Oscar-nominated and Emmy-winning director joins Weirwork and Mathematic on the self-care app’s first campaign, a 3DCG musical short built around the odd rituals people use to cope.

The Old Glass Slipper Trick Headline News

Bette Midler to Voice Fairy Godmother in Netflix’s 'Steps'

By Dan Sarto | Monday, May 18, 2026 at 11:52am

The Divine Miss M joins the cast of the upcoming original animated film, starring Ali Wong, Amada Seyfried, and Stephanie Hsu, that reimagines the classic fairytale, centering on Cinderella’s supposedly ‘evil’ stepsisters.

Ooo We’re Heading Back to Ooo Headline News

Finn and Jake Return this June in ‘Adventure Time: Side Quests’

By Dan Sarto | Monday, May 18, 2026 at 10:32am

Cartoon Network has announced U.S. and international premiere dates for its new animated ‘Adventure Time’ companion series that follows the intrepid pair on standalone adventures across the land of Ooo.

Family… You Gotta Love Em Headline News

Exclusive: Netflix Shares ‘Long Story Short’ Inside the Series Featurette

By Dan Sarto | Monday, May 18, 2026 at 8:52am

Watch creator Raphael Bob-Waksberg (‘BoJack Horseman’) and cast, including Max Greenfield, Nicole Byer and Angelique Cabral, discuss the highly relatable, emotionally complex world of the hit animated series, digging deeper into the WGA-winning ‘Shira Can’t Cook’ episode.

Pups to the Rescue Headline News

Nickelodeon and Spin Master Renew ‘PAW Patrol’ and ‘Rubble & Crew’

By Dan Sarto | Friday, May 15, 2026 at 3:05pm

The preschool shows get picked up for Seasons 14 and 15 and 5 and 6, respectively, with new episodes set to premiere this summer on the network and Nick Jr.

Cheesehead Nirvana Headline News

Stoopid Buddy Stoodios and Green Bay Packers Drop Animated 2026 Schedule

By Dan Sarto | Friday, May 15, 2026 at 2:14pm

Hilarious stop-motion short is part of multimedia campaign for the NFL team’s 2026 game schedule that also includes 2 playable video games, and the return of a Packers mascot from the 1980s (there's lots of BTS images from the production).

We Love Toys! Headline News

Kickstarter for 'The Art of the Toys That Made Us' Collection is On the Way

By Dan Sarto | Friday, May 15, 2026 at 10:33am

Campaign for a new 2-volume hardcover art book collection featuring artwork, advertising, concept art, and archival materials from the hit Netflix ‘The Toys That Made Us’ docuseries, alongside exclusive collectibles and a deluxe 'Nacelleverse' comics collection, from Oni Press and The Nacelle Company, is launching soon.

The Power of Nonchalance Headline News

Exclusive Clip: ‘American Dad! - Where The Wild Boars Are’

By Dan Sarto | Friday, May 15, 2026 at 8:21am

In the all-new episode, Jeff comes of age with the help of an old man, and Roger takes care of a ‘special’ shed; airs this Sunday, May 17 on FOX as part of the Animation Domination Block.

Besides That How Was the Play? Headline News

FOX Shares Exclusive ‘Family Guy – High School History’ Clip

By Dan Sarto | Friday, May 15, 2026 at 7:57am

In this three-act parody of prominent historical eras, the Griffins take a humorous look at The French Revolution, the American Civil War, and World War II; new episode airs this Sunday, May 17 as part of the Animation Domination Block.

Hanging Out at the Maul ANIMATIONWorld

‘Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord’: Lucasfilm Animation’s Most Challenging Show

By Dan Sarto | Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 4:32pm

With painterly matte paintings, anamorphic lens simulations, stylized facial rigs, and a darker emotional approach to its title character, Dave Filoni’s new animated series pushed the studio’s cinematic ambitions further than ever before; now streaming on Disney+.

Epic Animation Collab Headline News

WEBTOON and Warner Bros. Animation Add 4 New Animated Adaptations

By Dan Sarto | Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 1:41pm

The new projects join the previously announced set of webcomics being developed into animated series as part of the company’s strategic partnership first revealed last year.  

Return to the Monsterverse VFXWorld

‘Monarch: Legacy of Monsters’ Season 2 Delivers Kaiju-Sized VFX

Visual Effects supervisor Sean Konrad discusses how Godzilla, Kong, a scarab horde, and the seemingly unstoppable new Titan X highlighted more than 3,000 shots he oversaw on the hit Monsterverse series, now streaming on Apple TV.

Furries Get Their Moment Headline News

Sarah Silverman, Aidy Bryant, and David Duchovny Among Stars Boarding ‘Mating Season’

By Dan Sarto | Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 8:56am

Netflix drops a new clip and all-star guest voice cast for its new animated adult rom-com from the creators of ‘Big Mouth’ that follows bears, raccoons, and other forest creatures dealing with their love lives; debuts May 22.

It’s Anime-zing! ANIMATIONWorld

Witch Hats, Daemons and Stranger Things

Columnist Andrew Osmond looks at the new TV anime ‘Witch Hat Atelier’ and ‘Daemons of the Shadow Realm,’ and also casts an ‘anime eye’ over Netflix’s recent ‘Stranger Things: Tales from ’85’ series.

It’s Anime-zing! Headline News

Crunchyroll to Launch Anime Future Forum Thought Leadership Summit

By Dan Sarto | Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 4:32pm

The inaugural event is set for October 7 at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center in New York, bringing together anime industry leaders, creators and executives from animation, gaming, music, film and technology.

Heading to Annecy Headline News

Bill Damaschke Unveils Expanding Warner Animation Slate Ahead of Annecy Debut

By Dan Sarto | Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 3:51pm

The Warner Bros. Pictures Animation President and CCO hosted filmmakers, artists, and collaborators for an open house highlighting the division’s growing theatrical roster and creative direction.

Music Videos Headline News

K Sensei Releases 'Le Monde' Animated Music Video, Remixes, and Book

By Dan Sarto | Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 1:35pm

Multi-dimensional artist shares his multimedia project from the EP ‘From Ashes and Tears’ that includes a 2D animated short film created with Malika Whitaker, remixes by Chaos Studio and Michel CIRES, and a 45-page illustrated children’s book inspired by the film.

Return to Middle-earth Headline News

Prime Video Sets ‘The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power’ Season 3 Premiere

By Dan Sarto | Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 6:03pm

The highly awaited new season of the epic fantasy adventure series, set during the height of the War of the Elves and Sauron as the Dark Lord seeks to forge the One Ring, will debut on November 11.

On the road to Annecy Headline News

DC Studios and Warner Bros. Animation Reveal Annecy 2026 Showcase

By Dan Sarto | Monday, May 11, 2026 at 9:00am

The studios’ plan includes the world premiere of 'Batman: Knightfall Part 1: Knightfall' and previews of ‘Super Mutant Magic Academy,’ ‘Living the Dream,’ and other animated series from Cartoon Network Studios and Hanna-Barbera Studios Europe.

I Don’t Get Road Rage… Except When I’m Driving Headline News

Exclusive Clip: ‘Bob’s Burgers – Driving Miss Ragey’

Nat the limo driver helps Linda with her road rage - meanwhile, the kids and Bob discover both the joys and the risk involved in riding a mattress down the stairs; airs Sunday, May 10 on FOX.

Sleepwalk This Way! Headline News

Exclusive Clip: ‘Family Guy - Let the Good Times Walk’

A powerful sleeping aid medication gives Joe the ability to walk while he is asleep, but he grows concerned when it becomes clear that the guys prefer his sleepwalking self; new episode airs on FOX this Sunday, May 10 as part of the Animation Domination Block.

Meow! Headline News

FOX Shares Exclusive ‘American Dad! – Dude, You’re Getting A Del!’ Clip

Klaus becomes Snot's father figure to woo Snot’s mom - meanwhile, Hayley opens a cat café and hires Roger's infamous cat persona, Marmalade; new episode airs this Sunday, May 10 as part of the Animation Domination Block.

Profiles in African Animation Headline News

‘SPARK’ Issue 3 Now Available for Free Download

By Dan Sarto | Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 3:38pm

The latest edition of the monthly editorial platform dedicated to African animation features ‘Beyond the Screen,’ a spotlight on festivals and schools shaping the industry, a conversation with Ali Rguigue of Flow Motion School, a look Inside the job of story consultant Tracey-Lee Rainers, and more.

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