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Exclusive: ‘Surviving Earth - When the Climate Broke’ Clip

By Dan Sarto | Thursday, June 18, 2026 at 9:00am

NBC’s landmark 8-part docuseries spans almost 500 million years, with never-before-seen creatures and a look at how they not only survived but thrived during the planet’s most catastrophic environmental events.

We Love High-Stakes Clashes Headline News

‘Masters of the Universe: Tales From Eternia’ Web Series Set

By Dan Sarto | Wednesday, June 17, 2026 at 2:10pm

The 20-episode 2D animated show, from Mattel Studios, launches June 19 on the Mattel Adventures YouTube channel, with weekly releases planned through November 20.

Loudly and Proudly Headline News

Disney+ Sets ‘The Proud Family: Louder and Prouder’ Final Season, Holiday Special

By Dan Sarto | Wednesday, June 17, 2026 at 1:39pm

Fourth season of the show debuts July 29, ahead of the franchise’s 25th anniversary; stop-motion holiday special ‘A Proud Family Wizmas’ to debut later this year.

On the road to Annecy Headline News

Mifa 2026 to Highlight European Trade Unions and Associations

By Dan Sarto | Wednesday, June 17, 2026 at 11:26am

Programming includes four days of workshops, assemblies, and cross-border forums spanning funding, AI, sustainability, co-production export, sales, and regional pitching, with a new Annecy European Animation Summit anchoring the week as professionals look for shared answers to industry change.

Getting Hungary in Annecy Headline News

Hungary Brings 5 Competition Films, 7 Pitch Projects to Annecy 2026

By Dan Sarto | Wednesday, June 17, 2026 at 10:24am

Hungarian animation studios, producers and creators head back to the festival and MIFA with a broad film and project presence spanning shorts, series, and international co-productions under HAPA and National Film Institute Hungary support.

The Old Glass Slipper Trick Headline News

Nikki Glaser to Voice the Evil Priscilla in Netflix’s ‘Steps’

By Dan Sarto | Wednesday, June 17, 2026 at 8:46am

The award-winning comedian and actress boards the upcoming original animated film, starring Ali Wong, Amada Seyfried, Stephanie Hsu, and Bette Midler, that reimagines the roles of Cinderella’s supposedly ‘evil’ stepsisters in the classic fairytale.

A Very Mickey Season Headline News

‘Mickey’s Home Alone’ Animated Special Set for This Holiday Season

By Dan Sarto | Wednesday, June 17, 2026 at 6:57am

The new full-length special follows Mickey and Pluto as they are accidentally left behind while Minnie and the gang head to the world-famous Ice Palace for Christmas; coming to Disney Jr. and Disney+.

Business Headline News

TransPerfect Combines MPC and The Mill as Single Global Studio

By Dan Sarto | Tuesday, June 16, 2026 at 5:43pm

The AI and language solutions company’s 2 divisions will now operate as The Mill, bringing together film and series VFX, brand content production, localization, and AI-enabled production services under one organization.

There are Spells Afoot! Headline News

Disney’s ‘Hexed’ Trailer Released; Tracey Ullman and Stephen Fry Join Cast

By Dan Sarto | Tuesday, June 16, 2026 at 4:26pm

The studio’s 65th animated feature, an original coming-of-age animated feature set in the magical world of witches, opens in theaters November 25.

We Love Sanctuary Moon VFXWorld

How VFX Gave ‘Murderbot’ a Mind of its Own

Visual Effects Supervisor Sean Faden discusses visualizing a security android’s existential thoughts of escape and carnage through story, humor, and giant worms across more than 2,000 shots on the Apple TV sci-fi black comedy.

Rooooxxxxaaannne! Headline News

Gingy is Back in ‘Shrek 5’ Teaser

By Dan Sarto | Tuesday, June 16, 2026 at 8:34am

That’ll do, donkay indeed! DreamWorks Animation has just dropped the first glimpse of their highly anticipated new comedy, with returning stars Mike Myers, Eddie Murphy and Cameron Diaz joined by Zendaya, Marcello Hernandez and Skyler Gisondo; in theaters Summer 2027.

Even Cage Can Wear the Mask VFXWorld

How ‘Spider-Noir’ Built Two Shows from One Vision

By Dan Sarto | Monday, June 15, 2026 at 6:48pm

Production VFX Supervisor Hnedel Maximore and Production VFX Producer Brook Noska discuss the noir-first philosophy, dual black-and-white and color workflow, invisible visual effects, and 1930s New York worldbuilding behind Prime Video’s hit series starring Nicolas Cage.

A Super Debut ANIMATIONWorld

‘My Adventures With Superman’ Season 3: Plenty of Cuts, No Regrets

Co-showrunners Jake Wyatt and Brendan Clogher unpack the romance and anime extremes, plus whole arcs that were dropped, on a season they call a ‘limits test’; now on Adult Swim and HBO Max.

Business Headline News

Disney+ Greenlights Animated Fantasy ‘Journey’ from Higher Ground

By Dan Sarto | Monday, June 15, 2026 at 4:01pm

From the studio behind ‘Waffles + Mochi’ and now in production, the music-driven original kids and family series follows a young heroine who ventures beyond her city’s failing energy shield and discovers magic tied to her father’s disappearance.

People Headline News

The Academy Elects 2026-2027 Board of Governors

By Dan Sarto | Monday, June 15, 2026 at 12:02pm

The Animation Branch welcomes back Jinko Gotoh and Bonnie Arnold, with Paul Debevec returning to the Visual Effects Branch and Guillermo del Toro joining the Directors Branch for the first time. 

Pinocchio Meets The Meg Headline News

‘Whalefall’ Teaser Traps Austin Abrams Inside a Sperm Whale

By Dan Sarto | Friday, June 12, 2026 at 1:58pm

The survival thriller follows a grieving diver swallowed by a massive cetacean with only an hour of oxygen left; directed by Brian Duffield and based on Daniel Kraus’ book, it hits theaters October 16.

Chaos Reigns… Again! Headline News

Illumination Drops ‘Minions & Monsters’ Clips

By Dan Sarto | Friday, June 12, 2026 at 10:22am

We meet unleashed villain GOOMI – don’t ask what that stands for – and take an odd limo ride… the latest chapter in ‘Minions’ cinematic silliness finds the gang saving the planet from the silly monsters they just let loose; Pierre Coffin directs, Brian Lynch writes, and it hits theaters July 1.

I’m Not Doing It… Really Headline News

BlueBolt Shares ‘Jack Ryan: Ghost War’ VFX Breakdown Reel

By Dan Sarto | Friday, June 12, 2026 at 9:48am

The studio delivered 365 shots for Prime Video’s feature-length continuation of the hit series, including the glass floor collapse, Dubai tower finale, CG environments, vehicles, explosions and boat chase enhancements.

A New Generation of Filmmakers Headline News

Sony Future Filmmaker Awards Reveals 2026 Winners

By Dan Sarto | Friday, June 12, 2026 at 9:02am

4th edition of the program names 5 winners named across Fiction, Non-Fiction, Animation, Student and Future Format categories, selected from a shortlist of 30 films.

Honoring an Animation Trailblazer Headline News

Academy to Honor Floyd Norman, Glenn Close, Ridley Scott and Killer Films Producers at 2026 Governors Awards

By Dan Sarto | Thursday, June 11, 2026 at 4:40pm

November 15 ceremony will recognize the trailblazing artist, Disney’s first black animator, whose career spanned ‘Sleeping Beauty,’ ‘The Jungle Book,’ ‘Toy Story 2’ and ‘Monsters, Inc.,’ alongside the legendary actress, director, and producing duo.

Shot Dark Frame by Dark Frame ANIMATIONWorld

‘I Am Frankelda’: A Romantic, Elegant Nightmare of Dazzling Proportions

Roy and Arturo Ambriz discuss the Plato-inspired ideas, Renaissance monsters, and spooky elegance behind their new animated musical, Mexico’s first stop-motion feature; streams June 12 on Netflix.

People Headline News

Illumination Founder Chris Meledandri Gets Star on Hollywood Walk of Fame

By Dan Sarto | Thursday, June 11, 2026 at 12:03pm

Steve Carrell, Danny DeVito and Donna Langley joined the June 10 ceremony honoring the ‘Despicable Me’ and ‘Super Mario Bros.’ franchise producer, one of animation’s most prominent and successful studio leaders

I Say Why-Not-Amous Headline News

Voronezh Animation Unveils 'Dr. Dolittle' Animated Feature Teaser

By Dan Sarto | Thursday, June 11, 2026 at 11:05am

Scheduled for a Summer–Fall 2027 release, the 3DCG film from the studio behind ‘The Snow Queen’ franchise is inspired by the famous character and the idea that empathy and kindness can overcome fear and evil.

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It’s Dyno-Mite! Headline News

Exclusive: ‘Surviving Earth - When the Climate Broke’ Clip

By Dan Sarto | Thursday, June 18, 2026 at 9:00am

NBC’s landmark 8-part docuseries spans almost 500 million years, with never-before-seen creatures and a look at how they not only survived but thrived during the planet’s most catastrophic environmental events.

We Love High-Stakes Clashes Headline News

‘Masters of the Universe: Tales From Eternia’ Web Series Set

By Dan Sarto | Wednesday, June 17, 2026 at 2:10pm

The 20-episode 2D animated show, from Mattel Studios, launches June 19 on the Mattel Adventures YouTube channel, with weekly releases planned through November 20.

Loudly and Proudly Headline News

Disney+ Sets ‘The Proud Family: Louder and Prouder’ Final Season, Holiday Special

By Dan Sarto | Wednesday, June 17, 2026 at 1:39pm

Fourth season of the show debuts July 29, ahead of the franchise’s 25th anniversary; stop-motion holiday special ‘A Proud Family Wizmas’ to debut later this year.

On the road to Annecy Headline News

Mifa 2026 to Highlight European Trade Unions and Associations

By Dan Sarto | Wednesday, June 17, 2026 at 11:26am

Programming includes four days of workshops, assemblies, and cross-border forums spanning funding, AI, sustainability, co-production export, sales, and regional pitching, with a new Annecy European Animation Summit anchoring the week as professionals look for shared answers to industry change.

Getting Hungary in Annecy Headline News

Hungary Brings 5 Competition Films, 7 Pitch Projects to Annecy 2026

By Dan Sarto | Wednesday, June 17, 2026 at 10:24am

Hungarian animation studios, producers and creators head back to the festival and MIFA with a broad film and project presence spanning shorts, series, and international co-productions under HAPA and National Film Institute Hungary support.

The Old Glass Slipper Trick Headline News

Nikki Glaser to Voice the Evil Priscilla in Netflix’s ‘Steps’

By Dan Sarto | Wednesday, June 17, 2026 at 8:46am

The award-winning comedian and actress boards the upcoming original animated film, starring Ali Wong, Amada Seyfried, Stephanie Hsu, and Bette Midler, that reimagines the roles of Cinderella’s supposedly ‘evil’ stepsisters in the classic fairytale.

A Very Mickey Season Headline News

‘Mickey’s Home Alone’ Animated Special Set for This Holiday Season

By Dan Sarto | Wednesday, June 17, 2026 at 6:57am

The new full-length special follows Mickey and Pluto as they are accidentally left behind while Minnie and the gang head to the world-famous Ice Palace for Christmas; coming to Disney Jr. and Disney+.

Business Headline News

TransPerfect Combines MPC and The Mill as Single Global Studio

By Dan Sarto | Tuesday, June 16, 2026 at 5:43pm

The AI and language solutions company’s 2 divisions will now operate as The Mill, bringing together film and series VFX, brand content production, localization, and AI-enabled production services under one organization.

There are Spells Afoot! Headline News

Disney’s ‘Hexed’ Trailer Released; Tracey Ullman and Stephen Fry Join Cast

By Dan Sarto | Tuesday, June 16, 2026 at 4:26pm

The studio’s 65th animated feature, an original coming-of-age animated feature set in the magical world of witches, opens in theaters November 25.

We Love Sanctuary Moon VFXWorld

How VFX Gave ‘Murderbot’ a Mind of its Own

Visual Effects Supervisor Sean Faden discusses visualizing a security android’s existential thoughts of escape and carnage through story, humor, and giant worms across more than 2,000 shots on the Apple TV sci-fi black comedy.

Rooooxxxxaaannne! Headline News

Gingy is Back in ‘Shrek 5’ Teaser

By Dan Sarto | Tuesday, June 16, 2026 at 8:34am

That’ll do, donkay indeed! DreamWorks Animation has just dropped the first glimpse of their highly anticipated new comedy, with returning stars Mike Myers, Eddie Murphy and Cameron Diaz joined by Zendaya, Marcello Hernandez and Skyler Gisondo; in theaters Summer 2027.

Even Cage Can Wear the Mask VFXWorld

How ‘Spider-Noir’ Built Two Shows from One Vision

By Dan Sarto | Monday, June 15, 2026 at 6:48pm

Production VFX Supervisor Hnedel Maximore and Production VFX Producer Brook Noska discuss the noir-first philosophy, dual black-and-white and color workflow, invisible visual effects, and 1930s New York worldbuilding behind Prime Video’s hit series starring Nicolas Cage.

A Super Debut ANIMATIONWorld

‘My Adventures With Superman’ Season 3: Plenty of Cuts, No Regrets

Co-showrunners Jake Wyatt and Brendan Clogher unpack the romance and anime extremes, plus whole arcs that were dropped, on a season they call a ‘limits test’; now on Adult Swim and HBO Max.

Business Headline News

Disney+ Greenlights Animated Fantasy ‘Journey’ from Higher Ground

By Dan Sarto | Monday, June 15, 2026 at 4:01pm

From the studio behind ‘Waffles + Mochi’ and now in production, the music-driven original kids and family series follows a young heroine who ventures beyond her city’s failing energy shield and discovers magic tied to her father’s disappearance.

People Headline News

The Academy Elects 2026-2027 Board of Governors

By Dan Sarto | Monday, June 15, 2026 at 12:02pm

The Animation Branch welcomes back Jinko Gotoh and Bonnie Arnold, with Paul Debevec returning to the Visual Effects Branch and Guillermo del Toro joining the Directors Branch for the first time. 

Pinocchio Meets The Meg Headline News

‘Whalefall’ Teaser Traps Austin Abrams Inside a Sperm Whale

By Dan Sarto | Friday, June 12, 2026 at 1:58pm

The survival thriller follows a grieving diver swallowed by a massive cetacean with only an hour of oxygen left; directed by Brian Duffield and based on Daniel Kraus’ book, it hits theaters October 16.

Chaos Reigns… Again! Headline News

Illumination Drops ‘Minions & Monsters’ Clips

By Dan Sarto | Friday, June 12, 2026 at 10:22am

We meet unleashed villain GOOMI – don’t ask what that stands for – and take an odd limo ride… the latest chapter in ‘Minions’ cinematic silliness finds the gang saving the planet from the silly monsters they just let loose; Pierre Coffin directs, Brian Lynch writes, and it hits theaters July 1.

I’m Not Doing It… Really Headline News

BlueBolt Shares ‘Jack Ryan: Ghost War’ VFX Breakdown Reel

By Dan Sarto | Friday, June 12, 2026 at 9:48am

The studio delivered 365 shots for Prime Video’s feature-length continuation of the hit series, including the glass floor collapse, Dubai tower finale, CG environments, vehicles, explosions and boat chase enhancements.

A New Generation of Filmmakers Headline News

Sony Future Filmmaker Awards Reveals 2026 Winners

By Dan Sarto | Friday, June 12, 2026 at 9:02am

4th edition of the program names 5 winners named across Fiction, Non-Fiction, Animation, Student and Future Format categories, selected from a shortlist of 30 films.

Honoring an Animation Trailblazer Headline News

Academy to Honor Floyd Norman, Glenn Close, Ridley Scott and Killer Films Producers at 2026 Governors Awards

By Dan Sarto | Thursday, June 11, 2026 at 4:40pm

November 15 ceremony will recognize the trailblazing artist, Disney’s first black animator, whose career spanned ‘Sleeping Beauty,’ ‘The Jungle Book,’ ‘Toy Story 2’ and ‘Monsters, Inc.,’ alongside the legendary actress, director, and producing duo.

Shot Dark Frame by Dark Frame ANIMATIONWorld

‘I Am Frankelda’: A Romantic, Elegant Nightmare of Dazzling Proportions

Roy and Arturo Ambriz discuss the Plato-inspired ideas, Renaissance monsters, and spooky elegance behind their new animated musical, Mexico’s first stop-motion feature; streams June 12 on Netflix.

People Headline News

Illumination Founder Chris Meledandri Gets Star on Hollywood Walk of Fame

By Dan Sarto | Thursday, June 11, 2026 at 12:03pm

Steve Carrell, Danny DeVito and Donna Langley joined the June 10 ceremony honoring the ‘Despicable Me’ and ‘Super Mario Bros.’ franchise producer, one of animation’s most prominent and successful studio leaders

I Say Why-Not-Amous Headline News

Voronezh Animation Unveils 'Dr. Dolittle' Animated Feature Teaser

By Dan Sarto | Thursday, June 11, 2026 at 11:05am

Scheduled for a Summer–Fall 2027 release, the 3DCG film from the studio behind ‘The Snow Queen’ franchise is inspired by the famous character and the idea that empathy and kindness can overcome fear and evil.

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