Tagged With: 2D animation

Furries Get Their Moment ANIMATIONWorld

‘Mating Season’: Built on Disney Callbacks, Corkscrew Genitals, and Goat Weed Gods

‘Big Mouth’ creators and show EPs Mark Levin, Jennifer Flackett, Andrew Goldberg, and supervising director Anthony Lioli talk about their new animated adult rom-com about bears, raccoons, and other lovably horny forest creatures dealing with their love lives; debuts May 22 on Netflix.

Empowering a New Generation of Filmmakers Headline News

Netflix, ACE Canada Share 5th Animation Career Excelerator Cohort Shortlist

By Dan Sarto | Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 2:15pm

45 candidates selected from applicants across 6 provinces will participate in workshops and final jury presentations, with 9 to be selected to earn key credits on a new animated short; ACE 4 film ‘Rocketship Mai’ to screen at Annecy.

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'Rick and Morty' Animated Movie in Development at Warner Bros.

By Dan Sarto | Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 9:47am

Longtime series director Jacob Hair is attached to direct the planned feature, with Dan Harmon confirming he’s keeping the planned big-screen adventure inside the show’s creative orbit; the Adult Swim series’ Season 9 premieres May 24.

I Flush Not Shirk My Duties Headline News

Exclusive ‘Bob’s Burgers’ Season Finale Clip: ‘Stuck in the Middle with Hu(go)’

By Dan Sarto | Friday, May 15, 2026 at 11:20am

In the first of the season’s 2 final episodes, Bob is forced to spend time with one of his least favorite people, while Tina is entrusted with something very close to Jimmy Junior’s heart; airs Sunday, May 17 on FOX.

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.

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.

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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.

Recognizing the Best in Animation Headline News

‘With Tapes and Toasts in the Car’ Takes 2 Top Honors at ITFS 2026

By Dan Sarto | Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 1:49pm

The festival wrapped its 33rd edition with a May 9 ceremony honoring winners of the main competition, with Kiana Naghshineh taking home the festival’s big awards.

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.

It’s Anime-zing! ANIMATIONWorld

‘Labyrinth’: A Cautionary Tale Built from Dreams and Psychology

Director Shoji Kawamori talks about the real, the surreal, and the symbolic in his film about a high school girl who dreams of stardom but struggles to capture attention until she gets trapped in her smartphone and her charismatic alter ego emerges; from GKIDS, releasing in US theaters May 10.

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.

Hawkins Gets Animated ANIMATIONWorld

‘Stranger Things: Tales from ‘85’ Harnesses the Power of Retro Color

There’s room for both vibrant, bright neon pops and darker, more serious tones in the animated series that takes ‘Stranger Things’ fans to Hawkins during the winter of 1985 to face something terrifying beneath the ice.

An Embarrassment of Animated Riches Headline News

Netflix Announces Huge Slate of Annecy Activities

By Dan Sarto | Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 10:02am

Festival plans include previews of Brad Bird’s ‘Ray Gunn,’ ‘Charlie vs. the Chocolate Factory,’ ‘THE ONE PIECE’ and untitled animated ‘Ghostbusters’ series along with anime showcases, masterclasses and a ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ sing-along.

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Guru Studio Expands ‘True and the Rainbow Kingdom’ with Mindfulness-Focused Shorts

By Dan Sarto | Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 11:31am

The all-new slate of videos has begun streaming on YouTube and YouTube Kids for Mental Health Awareness Month, introducing guided breathing, ASMR relaxation, and interactive storytelling for preschool audiences.

The Hills Are Alive! Headline News

Hulu Sets 'King of the Hill' Season 15 Premiere

By Dan Sarto | Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 9:24am

All 10 episodes of the Emmy and Annie Award-winning animated comedy, from Mike Judge and Greg Daniels, now set in a very changed Arlen with Hank and Peggy Hill settling into retirement, will debut on July 20.

Cheeky Exclamation Point Earned! ANIMATIONWorld

Belated Thoughts on ‘Cosmic Princess Kaguya!’

Columnist Andrew Osmond examines the recent fantasy comedy epic on Netflix (and also playing in Japanese cinemas), with tangents on Hatsune Miku, yuri anime and whether this film’s secretly making fun of Ghibli.

Is This How Empathy Ends? ANIMATIONWorld

Sean Ono Lennon and Rich Ragsdale Talk ‘The Great Parrot-Ox and the Golden Egg of Empathy’

The pair discusses the Claypool Lennon Delirium’s expansive new hand-crafted transmedia project, a cautionary tale of a dystopian, AI ruled world woven into 3 animated shorts, a 24-page comic book, and 14-song album, releasing today, May 1.

A Super Debut Headline News

‘My Adventures with Superman’ Sets Season 3 Adult Swim Return

The hit animated series, a coming-of-age story that follows 20-somethings Clark Kent, Lois Lane, Jimmy Olsen and Kryptonian Kara Zor-El as they discover who they are, together, is back on June 13.

You Had Me at Mephisto Headline News

Korn, Blizzard Debut 'Reward the Scars' Music Video to Launch 'Diablo IV: Lord of Hatred'

By Dan Sarto | Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 3:33pm

The iconic heavy metal band’s first new music in 4 years blends live-action and stylized 2D animation from 72andSunny and Passion Pictures to depict Mephisto’s final battle in just-released 'Diablo IV' game.

It’s Anime-zing! Headline News

'Kagurabachi' TV Anime Set for April 2027 Release

By Dan Sarto | Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 12:57pm

Directed by Tetsuya Takeuchi and starring Taihi Kimura, the adaptation of Takeru Hokazono’s manga follows a young man out to avenge his father, a renowned swordsmith whose life is destroyed by a sorcerer organization; from CyberAgent and Shochiku, with animation by Cypic.

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