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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.

Meow! Headline News

David Derrick Jr., John Aoshima to direct 'Hello Kitty' Feature

By Dan Sarto | Monday, May 18, 2026 at 11:14am

The New Line Cinema and Warner Bros. Pictures Animation feature follows Hello Kitty and her friends on a ‘cinematic adventure designed to delight audiences of all ages;’ Ramsey Naito producing, will release globally on July 21, 2028.

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.

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.

Business Headline News

Sycamore Studios and Reel FX Begin Production on ‘Doctor Dolittle: King of the Wild’

By Dan Sarto | Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 5:28pm

Oscar-nominated director Timothy Reckart to helm the new animated feature, a reimagining of the famed property, with a release slated for the third quarter of 2027.

Technology Headline News

Maxon Makes Autograph Team Licenses Free for Commercial Use

By Dan Sarto | Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 12:07pm

The leading content creation software company has expanded no cost access to its motion graphics, VFX and compositing application to studios, agencies, educators, brands, and creative organizations of any size.

Our Aim is True Headline News

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.

Business Headline News

Terence and Rachel Winter to Develop Adult Animated 'Nouvelle' at Bizaar Studios

Inspired by Jacob Tomsky’s ‘Heads in Bed,’ new drama series is centered on a high-end New York City hotel, its legend and lore, and its intertwined staff and guests.

A New Creative Learning Ecosystem Headline News

ADAPT Launches The GRID Platform for Industry Review and Artist Feedback

By Dan Sarto | Monday, May 4, 2026 at 12:02pm

New platform offers access to curated feedback sessions from industry professionals in VFX, animation, and game development as part of a broader ecosystem that includes the upcoming //ACADEMY training program.

People Headline News

Digital Domain Adds VFX Supervisor Jelmer Boskma

Industry veteran joins the senior creative teams, bringing experience across major film and episodic projects and strengthening the leading visual effects studio’s global visual effects capabilities.

More Opportunities to Get Vertical Headline News

LINE Digital Frontier, Redice Studio and Kadokawa Launch Studio White

By Dan Sarto | Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 1:45pm

The new webcomic production company will adapt Japanese franchises into vertical-scroll series; debut will include spin-off stories like 'Record of Lodoss War' formatted for WEBTOON’s vertical scroll.

AI in Animation Headline News

Nura Studios Launches Showcraft AI-Assisted Animation Platform

By Dan Sarto | Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 11:43am

Early Access begins May 19 on the company’s production system designed to help studios turn existing assets into episodic series and films while maintaining artistic control and IP integrity.

AI Animation at Scale Headline News

Huace and Utopai Studios Partner on Long-Form AI-Driven Content Creation

By Dan Sarto | Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 6:09pm

One of China’s leading film and TV companies will deploy the PAI cinematic AI system across its production operations, marking a large-scale commitment to AI-assisted storytelling and global content development.

Business Headline News

'The Simpsons Movie 2' Sequel Secures $21.9M California Tax Credit

By Dan Sarto | Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 10:46am

Animated projects from DreamWorks Animation and Disney Entertainment Television are also receiving awards, marking a significant expansion of animation’s eligibility within the state’s incentive program.

A New Creative Learning Ecosystem Headline News

ADAPT Launches //ACADEMY Learning Ecosystem

By Dan Sarto | Monday, April 20, 2026 at 1:25pm

New educational initiative departs from traditional education models by focusing not only on tools and output but on how artists make decisions and work within real production constraints.

Business Headline News

Zee Entertainment Announces Strategic Investment in PhantomFX

By Dan Sarto | Friday, April 17, 2026 at 10:04am

Deal with group that includes Tippett Studio and Milk VFX designed to strengthen synergies and content creation efforts across platforms in animation, VFX, gaming and comics markets.

Business Headline News

Bizaar Studios Expands FAST Channel to Prime Video

By Dan Sarto | Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 1:42pm

The adult animation-focused company’s content library heads to the streamer, with offerings including ‘Speed Racer’ and ‘Lupin the 3rd,’ adding to its presence across multiple free streaming platforms.

We Love Creature-Filled Dungeons Headline News

Warner Bros. Pictures Animation Developing 'Thisby Thestoop' Feature

By Dan Sarto | Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 3:45pm

The studio is adapting Zac Gorman’s middle-grade fantasy book series about a young gamekeeper of a massive, creature-filled dungeon, with Steve Desmond and Michael Sherman attached to write.

More Wubbin More Dubbin Headline News

Adult Swim Drops ‘Rick and Morty’ Season 9 Trailer

By Dan Sarto | Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 10:47am

Yes, a shred of good news just hit our desk… one of the most popular animated comedies has released a new trailer, with action so fantastic it broke the garbage disposal; premieres May 24 on the network, with next-day digital availability and U.S. streaming beginning August 31.

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