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From K-Pop to K-Dinos: ‘Armorsaurs’ Ramps Up U.S. K-Culture Fandom

The South Korean ‘Armored Saurus’ remake blends live-action, CG animation and visual effects into a new series about a team of heroic teen pilots and their armored dinosaurs fighting to save humanity; debuts February 18 on Disney+.

indie animation ANIMATIONWorld

Konstantin Bronzit Talks ‘The Three Sisters’ and Anonymous, Arduous Filmmaking

The director of the Oscar-nominated 2D animated short, initially released under the pseudonym Timur Kognov, discusses his strenuous creative process, poetic storytelling methods, and ruthless take on cutting even the most beautiful scenes.

Doh! ANIMATIONWorld

Showrunner Matt Selman Talks ‘The Simpsons’ Milestone 800th Episode

By Dan Sarto | Friday, February 13, 2026 at 2:09pm

The executive producer explains his constant feelings of imposter syndrome and drive to ‘not blow it’ as he leads the iconic show, fresh off a 4-season renewal and announced 2027 feature film, towards new creative spaces even after almost 4 decades on the air.

He Bleats He Scores! ANIMATIONWorld

‘GOAT’: Daring to Stand Tall When You’re Built Small

By Dan Sarto | Friday, February 13, 2026 at 9:35am

Director Tyree Dillihay, co-director Adam Rosette, and producer Michelle Raimo Kouyate discuss the unlikely rise of a young goat chasing his life-long dream of competing in the professional ‘Roarball’ league in Sony Pictures Animation’s high-intensity, feel-good animated action-comedy, hitting theaters today.  

From Frosty to Nausicaä ANIMATIONWorld

Rankin/Bass, Topcraft, Ghibli, Rudolph and Dragons!

Anime columnist Andrew Osmond delves into the knotty history linking ‘Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer,’ ‘The Flight of Dragons,’ and the classic ‘Nausicaa of the Valley of Wind.’

Interesting is Often Enough ANIMATIONWorld

Some Thoughts on Mamoru Hosoda’s ‘Scarlet’

Anime columnist Andrew Osmond has things to say about the new afterlife fantasy by the director of ‘Belle,’ ‘Mirai,’ and ‘The Girl Who Leapt Through Time.’

More in Store for Yorubaland ANIMATIONWorld

‘Iyanu’: A ‘Pipe Dream’ Becomes Reality

Nigerian filmmaker Roye Okupe’s series, nominated for multiple NAACP Image Awards, draws on African mythology, family influence, and years of independent world-building as it follows a brave young orphan living in the magical kingdom of Yorubaland; produced by Lion Forge Entertainment, the HBO Max and Cartoon Network show has been renewed for a second season, alongside a second feature, both set to arrive later this year.

What Me Hoopla? ANIMATIONWorld

Orphans, Romcoms and Washing: Can Anime Remain Unspectacular?

Columnist Andrew Osmond checks out the new TV series ‘Journal With Witch,’ ‘You and I Are Polar Opposites,’ and ‘Wash It All Away’ and wonders if they might be endangered in the age of ‘Demon Slayer.’

You Had Me at Foofa and Toodee ANIMATIONWorld

Creators Talk ‘Yo Gabba GabbaLand!’ Season 2 and Gabba Magic-Filled Memories

Long-time friends Scott Schultz and Christian Jacobs share the joy, fun, and excitement – and some nostalgic reflection - surrounding their Emmy-nominated kids’ show revival that includes new animation they say will ‘rock your world!’ Returns today on Apple TV.

What’s Next for GenAI in 3D? ANIMATIONWorld

Beyond Generation: Hyper3D.AI CTO Zhang Qixuan on Rodin Gen-2 Edit and the Future of 3D AI Workflows

By Dan Sarto | Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 6:38am

Following the launch of Rodin Gen-2 Edit - the world’s first true 3D GenAI editing platform - Hyper3D.AI CTO Zhang Qixuan discusses the shift from one-shot generation to iterative professional workflows, exploring the ethics, challenges, and opportunities within this groundbreaking frontier of 3D GenAI technology.

The Box Office Goes Wilde… and Hopps Headline News

‘Zootopia 2’ Becomes 2025’s Highest-Grossing Domestic Release

By Dan Sarto | Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 11:43am

The Walt Disney Animation Studios ‘Zootopia’ sequel surpasses ‘A Minecraft Movie’ with $424.2M – along with a $1.85B worldwide total - to lead the domestic box office, marking Disney’s second consecutive year at #1.

The Best in Kids’ Entertainment Headline News

Disney Scores 8 Wins at 2026 Kidscreen Awards

By Dan Sarto | Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 7:56am

The annual event recognizes the best in children’s TV and digital media; Netflix, BBC Studios, PBS Kids, DreamWorks Animation, Fred Rogers Productions and Nickelodeon all nab multiple trophies.

Lions and Tigers and 9.6 Million Giraffe Hairs Oh My! Headline News

Autodesk Shares ‘The Making of Zootopia 2’ Featurette

By Dan Sarto | Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 4:13pm

New behind-the-scenes video examines how Walt Disney Animation Studios used Maya and Flow Production Tracking across more than 2,000 shots to build expansive environments and manage large-scale production on the Oscar-nominated, BAFTA Award-winning animated comedy adventure.

Straw Hats Forever Headline News

‘One Piece’ Season 2 to Debut in Select Theaters

By Dan Sarto | Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 1:38pm

Timed to its streaming premiere, the first two episodes of the hit Netflix show’s new season are sailing into 200 cinemas across the U.S., Canada, and Japan on March 10.

The Igiby Family Saga Continues Headline News

Jim Broadbent Joins ‘The Wingfeather Saga’ Season 4 Cast

By Dan Sarto | Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 12:32pm

The Oscar-winning actor to voice the character of Bonifer Squoon alongside the returning cast that includes Jodi Benson and Kevin McNally, as the animated series prepares to premiere its fourth season on Angel later this year.

Business Headline News

Cookbook Media, David Marshall and Todd Gallina Launch ‘Force 5’

By Dan Sarto | Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 10:41am

Animation veterans partner with the global agency on content distribution and consumer products representation for new CG animated sci-fi action-comedy series aimed at kids 7–12.

Business Headline News

Production Begins on ‘The Saddle Club’ CG Animated Series

By Dan Sarto | Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 9:55am

Work has begun in France and Italy on the Frog Box and Red Monk production, commissioned by France Télévisions, Rai and ZDF, of the 26-episode adaptation of Bonnie Bryant’s best-selling literary franchise, with delivery scheduled for mid-2027.

People Headline News

Rob David Promoted to Senior Vice President of Animation at Mattel Studios

By Dan Sarto | Monday, February 23, 2026 at 5:17pm

The new SVP will oversee development, creative and production for adult and kids animated television series and digital content, reporting to President and Chief Content Officer Robbie Brenner.

Submit Your Work! Headline News

Call for Entries: The 30th Edition of Cartoons on the Bay

By Dan Sarto | Monday, February 23, 2026 at 12:49pm

Submissions are now being accepted for the Pulcinella Awards 2026 being awarded at the International Festival of Animation and Transmedia that takes place in Pescara, Italy May 27-30.

preschool animation Headline News

Disney Reveals ‘BeddyByes’ and ‘Magicampers’ Theme Songs, Key Art

Both prequel preschool animation series are set to premiere this March on Disney+ and Disney Jr. in the U.S., and will roll out globally throughout the year. 

preschool animation Headline News

Apple TV Unveils First Look at ‘Wonder Pets: In The City’ Season 2

By Dan Sarto | Monday, February 23, 2026 at 9:51am

Produced by Nickelodeon Animation, the preschool series developed by Emmy Award winner Jennifer Oxley returns with new musical mini-opera-themed adventures on March 20.

Awards Headline News

‘Zootopia 2,’ ‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ Take Home BAFTA Wins

By Dan Sarto | Monday, February 23, 2026 at 7:45am

Guillermo del Toro’s ‘Frankenstein’ also nabs awards at yesterday’s 2026 EE British Academy Film Awards gala, along with ‘Boong’ and ‘Two Black Boys in Paradise.’

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Rawwwrrrr! ANIMATIONWorld

From K-Pop to K-Dinos: ‘Armorsaurs’ Ramps Up U.S. K-Culture Fandom

The South Korean ‘Armored Saurus’ remake blends live-action, CG animation and visual effects into a new series about a team of heroic teen pilots and their armored dinosaurs fighting to save humanity; debuts February 18 on Disney+.

indie animation ANIMATIONWorld

Konstantin Bronzit Talks ‘The Three Sisters’ and Anonymous, Arduous Filmmaking

The director of the Oscar-nominated 2D animated short, initially released under the pseudonym Timur Kognov, discusses his strenuous creative process, poetic storytelling methods, and ruthless take on cutting even the most beautiful scenes.

Doh! ANIMATIONWorld

Showrunner Matt Selman Talks ‘The Simpsons’ Milestone 800th Episode

By Dan Sarto | Friday, February 13, 2026 at 2:09pm

The executive producer explains his constant feelings of imposter syndrome and drive to ‘not blow it’ as he leads the iconic show, fresh off a 4-season renewal and announced 2027 feature film, towards new creative spaces even after almost 4 decades on the air.

He Bleats He Scores! ANIMATIONWorld

‘GOAT’: Daring to Stand Tall When You’re Built Small

By Dan Sarto | Friday, February 13, 2026 at 9:35am

Director Tyree Dillihay, co-director Adam Rosette, and producer Michelle Raimo Kouyate discuss the unlikely rise of a young goat chasing his life-long dream of competing in the professional ‘Roarball’ league in Sony Pictures Animation’s high-intensity, feel-good animated action-comedy, hitting theaters today.  

From Frosty to Nausicaä ANIMATIONWorld

Rankin/Bass, Topcraft, Ghibli, Rudolph and Dragons!

Anime columnist Andrew Osmond delves into the knotty history linking ‘Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer,’ ‘The Flight of Dragons,’ and the classic ‘Nausicaa of the Valley of Wind.’

Interesting is Often Enough ANIMATIONWorld

Some Thoughts on Mamoru Hosoda’s ‘Scarlet’

Anime columnist Andrew Osmond has things to say about the new afterlife fantasy by the director of ‘Belle,’ ‘Mirai,’ and ‘The Girl Who Leapt Through Time.’

More in Store for Yorubaland ANIMATIONWorld

‘Iyanu’: A ‘Pipe Dream’ Becomes Reality

Nigerian filmmaker Roye Okupe’s series, nominated for multiple NAACP Image Awards, draws on African mythology, family influence, and years of independent world-building as it follows a brave young orphan living in the magical kingdom of Yorubaland; produced by Lion Forge Entertainment, the HBO Max and Cartoon Network show has been renewed for a second season, alongside a second feature, both set to arrive later this year.

What Me Hoopla? ANIMATIONWorld

Orphans, Romcoms and Washing: Can Anime Remain Unspectacular?

Columnist Andrew Osmond checks out the new TV series ‘Journal With Witch,’ ‘You and I Are Polar Opposites,’ and ‘Wash It All Away’ and wonders if they might be endangered in the age of ‘Demon Slayer.’

You Had Me at Foofa and Toodee ANIMATIONWorld

Creators Talk ‘Yo Gabba GabbaLand!’ Season 2 and Gabba Magic-Filled Memories

Long-time friends Scott Schultz and Christian Jacobs share the joy, fun, and excitement – and some nostalgic reflection - surrounding their Emmy-nominated kids’ show revival that includes new animation they say will ‘rock your world!’ Returns today on Apple TV.

What’s Next for GenAI in 3D? ANIMATIONWorld

Beyond Generation: Hyper3D.AI CTO Zhang Qixuan on Rodin Gen-2 Edit and the Future of 3D AI Workflows

By Dan Sarto | Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 6:38am

Following the launch of Rodin Gen-2 Edit - the world’s first true 3D GenAI editing platform - Hyper3D.AI CTO Zhang Qixuan discusses the shift from one-shot generation to iterative professional workflows, exploring the ethics, challenges, and opportunities within this groundbreaking frontier of 3D GenAI technology.

The Box Office Goes Wilde… and Hopps Headline News

‘Zootopia 2’ Becomes 2025’s Highest-Grossing Domestic Release

By Dan Sarto | Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 11:43am

The Walt Disney Animation Studios ‘Zootopia’ sequel surpasses ‘A Minecraft Movie’ with $424.2M – along with a $1.85B worldwide total - to lead the domestic box office, marking Disney’s second consecutive year at #1.

The Best in Kids’ Entertainment Headline News

Disney Scores 8 Wins at 2026 Kidscreen Awards

By Dan Sarto | Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 7:56am

The annual event recognizes the best in children’s TV and digital media; Netflix, BBC Studios, PBS Kids, DreamWorks Animation, Fred Rogers Productions and Nickelodeon all nab multiple trophies.

Lions and Tigers and 9.6 Million Giraffe Hairs Oh My! Headline News

Autodesk Shares ‘The Making of Zootopia 2’ Featurette

By Dan Sarto | Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 4:13pm

New behind-the-scenes video examines how Walt Disney Animation Studios used Maya and Flow Production Tracking across more than 2,000 shots to build expansive environments and manage large-scale production on the Oscar-nominated, BAFTA Award-winning animated comedy adventure.

Straw Hats Forever Headline News

‘One Piece’ Season 2 to Debut in Select Theaters

By Dan Sarto | Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 1:38pm

Timed to its streaming premiere, the first two episodes of the hit Netflix show’s new season are sailing into 200 cinemas across the U.S., Canada, and Japan on March 10.

The Igiby Family Saga Continues Headline News

Jim Broadbent Joins ‘The Wingfeather Saga’ Season 4 Cast

By Dan Sarto | Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 12:32pm

The Oscar-winning actor to voice the character of Bonifer Squoon alongside the returning cast that includes Jodi Benson and Kevin McNally, as the animated series prepares to premiere its fourth season on Angel later this year.

Business Headline News

Cookbook Media, David Marshall and Todd Gallina Launch ‘Force 5’

By Dan Sarto | Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 10:41am

Animation veterans partner with the global agency on content distribution and consumer products representation for new CG animated sci-fi action-comedy series aimed at kids 7–12.

Business Headline News

Production Begins on ‘The Saddle Club’ CG Animated Series

By Dan Sarto | Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 9:55am

Work has begun in France and Italy on the Frog Box and Red Monk production, commissioned by France Télévisions, Rai and ZDF, of the 26-episode adaptation of Bonnie Bryant’s best-selling literary franchise, with delivery scheduled for mid-2027.

People Headline News

Rob David Promoted to Senior Vice President of Animation at Mattel Studios

By Dan Sarto | Monday, February 23, 2026 at 5:17pm

The new SVP will oversee development, creative and production for adult and kids animated television series and digital content, reporting to President and Chief Content Officer Robbie Brenner.

Submit Your Work! Headline News

Call for Entries: The 30th Edition of Cartoons on the Bay

By Dan Sarto | Monday, February 23, 2026 at 12:49pm

Submissions are now being accepted for the Pulcinella Awards 2026 being awarded at the International Festival of Animation and Transmedia that takes place in Pescara, Italy May 27-30.

preschool animation Headline News

Disney Reveals ‘BeddyByes’ and ‘Magicampers’ Theme Songs, Key Art

Both prequel preschool animation series are set to premiere this March on Disney+ and Disney Jr. in the U.S., and will roll out globally throughout the year. 

preschool animation Headline News

Apple TV Unveils First Look at ‘Wonder Pets: In The City’ Season 2

By Dan Sarto | Monday, February 23, 2026 at 9:51am

Produced by Nickelodeon Animation, the preschool series developed by Emmy Award winner Jennifer Oxley returns with new musical mini-opera-themed adventures on March 20.

Awards Headline News

‘Zootopia 2,’ ‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ Take Home BAFTA Wins

By Dan Sarto | Monday, February 23, 2026 at 7:45am

Guillermo del Toro’s ‘Frankenstein’ also nabs awards at yesterday’s 2026 EE British Academy Film Awards gala, along with ‘Boong’ and ‘Two Black Boys in Paradise.’

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