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Grandpa’s Got Game! ANIMATIONWorld

‘Wednesdays With Gramps’: Who Knew Grandpa Had Game?

By Dan Sarto | Wednesday, November 12, 2025 at 3:58pm

Directors Chris and Justin Copeland, and producer Shabrayia Cleaver, discuss their collaboration on the new DreamWorks animated short about a teenage boy who visits his Gramps at a seemingly boring assisted living facility, only to find they had more than he thought in common.

The World Needs More Magical Elves Headline News

The Lumistella Company Announces ‘Scout Elf Squad’ Series, Music Video

New animated series based on ‘The Elf on the Shelf’ debuts November 24 on YouTube; the first single ‘The Elves Went Over the Mountain’ is available now on Spotify, with the full album to release on November 21.

GLAS Heads to LA Headline News

GLAS Animation Festival 2025 Announces Official Selections

Taking place in person in Los Angeles from December 6-7, the event will feature competition screenings, panels, Q&As, parties, and other offerings; trailer and poster also shared.

We Want More Bowser Headline News

Official Trailer for ‘The Super Mario Galaxy Movie’ Arrives

By Dan Sarto | Thursday, November 13, 2025 at 9:51am

We catch our first glimpse of the upcoming animated sequel, from Illumination and Nintendo, complete with dazzling stars and a mini-Bowser caring for a Bonsai tree... and Bowser Jr.?; Chris Pratt, Jack Black, and Anya Taylor-Joy lead the returning cast and crew; in theaters April 3, 2026.

It’s a Mystery to Me Headline News

BlueBolt Shares ‘The Thursday Murder Club’ VFX Breakdown Reel

By Dan Sarto | Wednesday, November 12, 2025 at 1:15pm

The studio delivered 250 invisible visual effects shots on the Chris Columbus cold case whodunnit, starring Helen Mirren, Pierce Brosnan and Ben Kingsley, now streaming on Netflix.

Business Headline News

Sudhir Reddy Named Digital Domain President

By Dan Sarto | Wednesday, November 12, 2025 at 12:01pm

The studio veteran takes over for Lala Gavgavian as head of the company’s global VFX business, effective immediately.

Animated Fun at Work Headline News

New Adult Animated Comedy ‘Living the Dream’ Set at Netflix

By Dan Sarto | Wednesday, November 12, 2025 at 10:48am

The workplace sitcom from BAFTA nominated George Gendi (‘Gumball,’ ‘Apple & Onion’) and Hanna-Barbera Studios Europe features best friends Des and Ray stuck doing social media at a save-the-planet type company.

Technology Headline News

Free Moho 14.4 ‘Side Quest’ Update Released

The new glTF/GLB export capabilities allow users to bring their rigs and animation from Moho directly into video game engines, such as Unreal, Unity, or Godot, as well as 3D applications like Blender.

It’s Unreal Headline News

Unreal Engine 5.7 Now Available

By Dan Sarto | Wednesday, November 12, 2025 at 8:21am

Latest update includes the new Nanite Foliage geometry rendering system, production-ready Procedural Content Generation and Substrate frameworks, extended MetaHuman integration, and an enhanced in-editor animation toolset.

What’s Beyond Infinity and Beyond? Headline News

Trouble Comes to Playtime in ‘Toy Story 5’ Teaser Trailer

By Dan Sarto | Tuesday, November 11, 2025 at 1:18pm

There’s a new technological threat when Lilypad, a high-tech, frog-shaped smart tablet voiced by Greta Lee goes head-to-head with Buzz, Woody, Jessie and the rest of the gang, making their jobs that much harder; in theaters June 19, 2026.

Business Headline News

Jennifer Dodge Named Paramount Animation President

By Dan Sarto | Tuesday, November 11, 2025 at 12:30pm

The former Spin Master and Nickelodeon executive takes over following Ramsey Naito’s exit: will report to Paramount Pictures co-chairs Dana Goldberg and Josh Greenstein.

One Big Happy Bat Family ANIMATIONWorld

'Bat-Fam': A Superhero Family Must Conquer the Ordinary

By Dan Sarto | Monday, November 10, 2025 at 5:06pm

Creator and showrunner Mike Roth discusses his new comedy, from DC and Warner Bros. Animation, about the routine lives and foibles of Batman, Little Batman, Alfred’s grand-niece, and a dinner table full of reformed adversaries; debuts November 10 on Prime Video and AmazonKids+.

Who Doesn’t Love a Super Pooch? Headline News

ICON and Viva Kids Drop ‘Charlie the Wonderdog’ Trailer

By Dan Sarto | Tuesday, November 11, 2025 at 10:34am

Owen Wilson stars as the titular super pooch in the 3DCG feature about a family dog who discovers he has superpowers and must fulfill his destiny to protect the people he loves; hits theaters on January 16, 2026.

The Draw of a Cute Doodle Story Headline News

Disney Releases New Taika Waititi Short ‘Best Christmas Ever’

By Dan Sarto | Tuesday, November 11, 2025 at 9:46am

John Goodman voices the young girl’s doodle come to life in the latest holiday film from the Oscar winner, who also directed last year’s ‘The Boy & The Octopus;’ Untold Studios handles the VFX.

It’s Completely True Headline News

Guru Studio Expands ‘True’ Universe with Shorts, Roblox Launch

‘True & You,’ a collection of original shorts for cross-platform viewership, will premiere in early 2026; studio has also introduced a limited-edition collection of wearable Roblox UGC items.

Solidarity! Headline News

Danny Lin Elected The Animation Guild President

By Dan Sarto | Monday, November 10, 2025 at 3:21pm

The 6 executive board officers selected include former president Jeanette Moreno King, who did not seek re-election but will assume a different role.

Who Doesn’t Want a Shaken Up Magical World? Bad Fairies Headline News

Ncuti Gatwa Joins Cynthia Erivo on ‘Bad Fairies’ Animated Musical

By Dan Sarto | Monday, November 10, 2025 at 11:25am

The upcoming feature from Warner Bros. Pictures Animation and Locksmith Animation follows a delightfully subversive gang of fairies as they shake up their magical world by breaking every rule in the book; in theaters May 21, 2027.

KPop Goes the Demon Headline News

Netflix, Sony Finalize ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ Sequel Deal

It appears everyone’s favorite badass demon huntresses will return in a new animated installment slated to hit the streamer in 2029, with original directors Maggie Kang and Chris Appelhans reportedly in talks to return.

Therapy for Animation Directors ANIMATIONWorld

7 ‘Pixels & Pencils’ Panel Directors Talk Big Swings and Big Dreams

Alex Woo, Domee Shi, Maggie Kang and Chris Appelhans, Ugo Bienvenu, Kent Seki and Maïlys Vallade took to the SCAD Savannah Film Festival stage to share their anxiety over standing firm on big creative risks when others voiced considerable doubt, in what was only half-jokingly called a ‘directors therapy session.’

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The World Needs More Magical Elves Headline News

The Lumistella Company Announces ‘Scout Elf Squad’ Series, Music Video

New animated series based on ‘The Elf on the Shelf’ debuts November 24 on YouTube; the first single ‘The Elves Went Over the Mountain’ is available now on Spotify, with the full album to release on November 21.

GLAS Heads to LA Headline News

GLAS Animation Festival 2025 Announces Official Selections

Taking place in person in Los Angeles from December 6-7, the event will feature competition screenings, panels, Q&As, parties, and other offerings; trailer and poster also shared.

We Want More Bowser Headline News

Official Trailer for ‘The Super Mario Galaxy Movie’ Arrives

By Dan Sarto | Thursday, November 13, 2025 at 9:51am

We catch our first glimpse of the upcoming animated sequel, from Illumination and Nintendo, complete with dazzling stars and a mini-Bowser caring for a Bonsai tree... and Bowser Jr.?; Chris Pratt, Jack Black, and Anya Taylor-Joy lead the returning cast and crew; in theaters April 3, 2026.

It’s a Mystery to Me Headline News

BlueBolt Shares ‘The Thursday Murder Club’ VFX Breakdown Reel

By Dan Sarto | Wednesday, November 12, 2025 at 1:15pm

The studio delivered 250 invisible visual effects shots on the Chris Columbus cold case whodunnit, starring Helen Mirren, Pierce Brosnan and Ben Kingsley, now streaming on Netflix.

Business Headline News

Sudhir Reddy Named Digital Domain President

By Dan Sarto | Wednesday, November 12, 2025 at 12:01pm

The studio veteran takes over for Lala Gavgavian as head of the company’s global VFX business, effective immediately.

Animated Fun at Work Headline News

New Adult Animated Comedy ‘Living the Dream’ Set at Netflix

By Dan Sarto | Wednesday, November 12, 2025 at 10:48am

The workplace sitcom from BAFTA nominated George Gendi (‘Gumball,’ ‘Apple & Onion’) and Hanna-Barbera Studios Europe features best friends Des and Ray stuck doing social media at a save-the-planet type company.

Technology Headline News

Free Moho 14.4 ‘Side Quest’ Update Released

The new glTF/GLB export capabilities allow users to bring their rigs and animation from Moho directly into video game engines, such as Unreal, Unity, or Godot, as well as 3D applications like Blender.

It’s Unreal Headline News

Unreal Engine 5.7 Now Available

By Dan Sarto | Wednesday, November 12, 2025 at 8:21am

Latest update includes the new Nanite Foliage geometry rendering system, production-ready Procedural Content Generation and Substrate frameworks, extended MetaHuman integration, and an enhanced in-editor animation toolset.

What’s Beyond Infinity and Beyond? Headline News

Trouble Comes to Playtime in ‘Toy Story 5’ Teaser Trailer

By Dan Sarto | Tuesday, November 11, 2025 at 1:18pm

There’s a new technological threat when Lilypad, a high-tech, frog-shaped smart tablet voiced by Greta Lee goes head-to-head with Buzz, Woody, Jessie and the rest of the gang, making their jobs that much harder; in theaters June 19, 2026.

Business Headline News

Jennifer Dodge Named Paramount Animation President

By Dan Sarto | Tuesday, November 11, 2025 at 12:30pm

The former Spin Master and Nickelodeon executive takes over following Ramsey Naito’s exit: will report to Paramount Pictures co-chairs Dana Goldberg and Josh Greenstein.

One Big Happy Bat Family ANIMATIONWorld

'Bat-Fam': A Superhero Family Must Conquer the Ordinary

By Dan Sarto | Monday, November 10, 2025 at 5:06pm

Creator and showrunner Mike Roth discusses his new comedy, from DC and Warner Bros. Animation, about the routine lives and foibles of Batman, Little Batman, Alfred’s grand-niece, and a dinner table full of reformed adversaries; debuts November 10 on Prime Video and AmazonKids+.

Who Doesn’t Love a Super Pooch? Headline News

ICON and Viva Kids Drop ‘Charlie the Wonderdog’ Trailer

By Dan Sarto | Tuesday, November 11, 2025 at 10:34am

Owen Wilson stars as the titular super pooch in the 3DCG feature about a family dog who discovers he has superpowers and must fulfill his destiny to protect the people he loves; hits theaters on January 16, 2026.

The Draw of a Cute Doodle Story Headline News

Disney Releases New Taika Waititi Short ‘Best Christmas Ever’

By Dan Sarto | Tuesday, November 11, 2025 at 9:46am

John Goodman voices the young girl’s doodle come to life in the latest holiday film from the Oscar winner, who also directed last year’s ‘The Boy & The Octopus;’ Untold Studios handles the VFX.

It’s Completely True Headline News

Guru Studio Expands ‘True’ Universe with Shorts, Roblox Launch

‘True & You,’ a collection of original shorts for cross-platform viewership, will premiere in early 2026; studio has also introduced a limited-edition collection of wearable Roblox UGC items.

Solidarity! Headline News

Danny Lin Elected The Animation Guild President

By Dan Sarto | Monday, November 10, 2025 at 3:21pm

The 6 executive board officers selected include former president Jeanette Moreno King, who did not seek re-election but will assume a different role.

Who Doesn’t Want a Shaken Up Magical World? Bad Fairies Headline News

Ncuti Gatwa Joins Cynthia Erivo on ‘Bad Fairies’ Animated Musical

By Dan Sarto | Monday, November 10, 2025 at 11:25am

The upcoming feature from Warner Bros. Pictures Animation and Locksmith Animation follows a delightfully subversive gang of fairies as they shake up their magical world by breaking every rule in the book; in theaters May 21, 2027.

KPop Goes the Demon Headline News

Netflix, Sony Finalize ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ Sequel Deal

It appears everyone’s favorite badass demon huntresses will return in a new animated installment slated to hit the streamer in 2029, with original directors Maggie Kang and Chris Appelhans reportedly in talks to return.

Therapy for Animation Directors ANIMATIONWorld

7 ‘Pixels & Pencils’ Panel Directors Talk Big Swings and Big Dreams

Alex Woo, Domee Shi, Maggie Kang and Chris Appelhans, Ugo Bienvenu, Kent Seki and Maïlys Vallade took to the SCAD Savannah Film Festival stage to share their anxiety over standing firm on big creative risks when others voiced considerable doubt, in what was only half-jokingly called a ‘directors therapy session.’

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