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Holiday Animation Headline News

Ed Sheeran Records ‘Under the Tree’ for Netflix’s Upcoming ‘That Christmas’

The award-winning singer/songwriter’s new song is featured in Locksmith Animation’s animated film, coming December 6, directed by Simon Otto, based on the beloved children’s book series by BAFTA winning, Oscar nominated writer/director Richard Curtis.

Solidarity! Headline News

Multiple Unions Issue Solidarity Statement Ahead of TAG-AMPTP Negotiations

Members urged to attend ‘Stand with Animation’ rally August 10 and support The Animation Guild ahead of next week’s negotiations with Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers.

That’s Not My Doog Headline News

Lionsgate Television Developing ‘John Wick’ Sequel Series

The show, titled ‘John Wick: Under the High Table,’ picks up after the events of ‘John Wick: Chapter 4’ and is currently being shopped to potential networks and streaming services.

The Bases are Loaded! Headline News

YES App Introducing ‘HexClad Presents Bronx Buds’ Animated Series

The baseball-centric app featuring NY Yankees and Brooklyn Nets telecasts, content, live stats, play-along games, and watch-party functions launches kids’ animated series that aims to instill a love of baseball and promote team spirit and values; first episode kicks off August 17.

Diversity in Animation Headline News

FLAMIN Animations Announces Artist Selections

Award-winning animation studio Blinkink partners with Film London and Arts Council England’s program supporting black-identifying artists within the art, film, and animation; artists receive £3,000 each to create 1–3-minute animations, along with mentoring opportunities, development support, and advice.

25 Years of SpongeBob SquarePants! Headline News

Mark Hamill Joins Cast of ‘The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants’

Nickelodeon and Paramount Pictures announced the prolific voice actor will play The Flying Dutchman in the upcoming film during the 25th anniversary panel at Comic-Con.

Another Union Victory Headline News

Apple TV Visual Effects Workers Vote to Join IATSE

After a unanimous vote in a National Labor Relations Board ballot count on Tuesday, both parties will be allowed a period of five business days to raise objections before the vote is certified.

Technology Headline News

Tech Trio Reveals 4D Facial Performance Capture Service

At SIGGRAPH 2024, Clear Angle Studios, DI4D, and TexturingXYZ announced collaboration on new standard of performance-driven digital human faces; video offers a glimpse into the ‘future of interactive entertainment.’

More BBC Xmas Animated Magic Headline News

Hannah Waddingham to Narrate ‘Tiddler’ Animated Christmas Special

The underwater adventure from BBC and Magic Light Pictures about the power of imagination and finding confidence in yourself airs this Christmas on BBC iPlayer and BBC One.

Channeling Tezuka Headline News

Scholastic Unveils Trailer for ‘Unico: Awakening’ Manga by Gurihiru and Samuel Sattin

The publishing giant’s first manga publication reimagines a beloved story from Osamu Tezuka, releasing in bookstores August 6.

Book to Screen Headline News

Moira Walley-Beckett Set as Showrunner on ‘Fourth Wing’ Adaptation

Based on ‘The Empyrean’ novel series by Rebecca Yarros, the first installment follows Violet Sorrengail, an unassuming girl who is thrust into training as a dragon rider; Prime Video has not released plot or casting details.

Bringing Darkness to Life Headline News

MAKE Originals Shines Light on ‘Alone in the Darkness’ Music Video

South American indie band SIAMÉS animated short for new album ‘Melodramatic’ brings darkness to life in minimalist and stark compositions with hand-drawn 2D animation.

Fun and Adventure in the Rainforest Headline News

Paramount+ Sets ‘Dora’ Season 2 Premiere

New episodes follow Dora and Boot on grand adventures overcoming obstacles and helping others; new season streams September 13 then heads to Nickelodeon and Nick Jr. September 16.

Kindergarten Song and Dance! Headline News

Disney Jr. Shares ‘Kindergarten: The Musical’ Trailer

The new animated series features big theatrical songs and dance numbers while following 5-year-old Berti and her friends as they encounter their first school experiences; coming to Disney platforms in September.

Technology Headline News

Autodesk Reveals GenAI Advances at SIGGRAPH 2024

Tech giant showcased new features that boost cloud-enabled workflows focusing on empowering teams and artists to work more efficiently; also teased, new AI capabilities coming to Maya and Flame following company’s acquisition of Wonder Dynamics.

A Power-ful New Season Headline News

‘The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power’ SDCC Trailer Drops

Debuting during San Diego Comic-Con’s cast and showrunner panel, the reveal showcases never-before-seen footage of the legendary Rings, magical creatures, glimpses of battles to come, and the Dark Lord Sauron’s growing evil influence; new season debuts August 29.

It’s Anime-zing Headline News

Adult Swim Reveals Teaser, Release Date of ‘Uzumaki’ Animated Series

The adaptation of Junji Ito’s supernational horror manga will premiere September 28 at 12:30am during the Toonami block, and stream the next day on Max.

Dept. of That’s Gotta Hurt Headline News

Animated ‘Evil Dead’ Project in Development

Franchise star Bruce Campbell explains, ‘We are developing an animated version, like a series, that will center on, innocent people being tortured by a malicious entity, and it’s people who have no skills to stop it.’

The Boys Strike Again Headline News

Prime Video Orders ‘The Boys’ Prequel Series ‘Vought Rising’

The show explores the origins of Vought in the 1950s, will be led by returning stars Jensen Ackles and Aya Cash, from Sony Pictures Television and Amazon MGM Studios.

It Just Wasn’t Meant to Be Headline News

‘Star Wars: Lando’ Series Axed at Disney+

Director Justin Simien recently shared the news, explaining, ‘It was pretty developed. There was a Bible. There was concept art. There were scripts. But it just wasn’t meant to be.’

The Someone is In Headline News

‘Doctor Who’ Spinoff ‘The War Between the Land and Sea’ Announced

The five-part series, which follows an international crisis triggered when an ancient species rises from the ocean, will be led by Russel Tovey and Gugu Mbatha-Raw.

New Fun from Critical Role Headline News

Prime Video Releases ‘Mighty Nein’ Animatic Clip

The upcoming adult animated series based on Critical Role’s highly successful second campaign – yes, about a group of criminals and misfits on a quest - has begun production and will stream on Prime Video.

Save the Date Headline News

FMX YouTube Channel Launches with 2024 Talks, 2025 Event Dates Set

Save the date - FMX 2025 will run May 6-9, 2025; free content from this year’s conference is now available to stream, kicking off with ‘AI is now at the Gates of VFX and Animation’ panel.

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