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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.

No More Adama For Now Headline News

Frack! ‘Battlestar Galactica’ Reboot Axed at Peacock

First announced in 2019, the project was never formally ordered to series, despite Derek Simonds’ attachment as showrunner and writer; UCP will shop the project to other outlets.

Farrell Gets Feral Headline News

HBO Drops Official Trailer for ‘The Penguin’

Upcoming Warner Bros. Television and DC Studios series, which continues Matt Reeves’ ‘The Batman’ epic crime saga with stories focused on Oz Cobb, will debut weekly beginning September 19.

Transmedia In Action Headline News

Wonderstorm Launches ‘The Dragon Prince: Xadia’ RPG

Creative team and voice talent celebrated the game launch and Emmy-Award winning ‘The Dragon Prince’ Season 6 premiere at SDCC 2024.

When a Hitman Falls in Love Headline News

Netflix Teases ‘Sakamoto Days’ Anime Series

Based on the manga by Yuto Suzuki, the action-packed show follows a legendary hitman and the chaos that ensues when he falls in love; streaming worldwide in January 2025.

Solidarity! Headline News

The Animation Guild Announces Stand with Animation

Ahead of August 12 negotiation kickoff with AMPTP, the union outlines critical issues and invites the animation community to come together and rally support on August 10.

Continuing to Boldy Go Places in the Universe Headline News

Paramount+ Reveals ‘Strange New Worlds’ Season 3 First Look and Season 4 Renewal

Fans at San Diego Comic-Con got a first look at the upcoming season of the popular series that follows Captain Pike, Science Officer Spock, and Number One in the years before Captain Kirk boarded the ship; show gets Season 4 greenlight ahead of the Season 3 2025 debut.

The Star Trek Universe Expands Headline News

Paramount+ Announces ‘Star Trek: Starfleet Academy’ Legacy Cast

‘Star Trek: Discovery’s Tig Notaro, Oded Fehr, and Mary Wiseman join the cast of the new series that begins production next month; also revealed, a reaction video featuring previously announced cast members.

Celebrating Starfleet's Less Than Finest Headline News

Paramount+ Debuts ‘Star Trek: Lower Decks’ Season 5 Trailer

San Diego Comic-Con fans got a peek at the fifth and final season of the animated series that celebrates the underdog crew that is dangerously close to being promoted out of the lower decks and into strange new Starfleet roles; the 10-episode season kicks off October 24.

Business Headline News

Basilic Fly Studio Acquires 70% Stake in One of Us VFX Studio

The two companies, which now boast over 900 artists combined, previously teamed for ‘Bridgerton’ (Season 1 and 2), ‘Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore,’ ‘Napoleon, Zone of Interest’ and ‘Luther: The Fallen Sun.’

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