How Directors Erica Rivinoja and Alessandro Carloni Opened Up ‘The Cat in the Hat’ Universe for the First Time

With The Cat in the Hat, Warner Bros. Pictures Animation fleshes out the chaotic world of Dr. Seuss' tall, anthropomorphic, mischievous feline (voiced by Bill Hader) in CG ,but in keeping with the author's graphic style. It takes place after the book ends and with a lot of imaginative surprises.

Netflix Drops New “Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2” Animated Video Alongside Fall Lineup

Just in time to celebrate its Fall lineup, Netflix released an all-new animated video for Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2. The video......

“Rascal Does Not Dream of a Dear Friend” Receives 3 Day Theatrical Run

The theatrical dates for the supernatural anime film Rascal Does Not Dream of a Dear Friend has been confirmed for......

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Latest Animation News

“Mashile: Magic and Muscles” Season 3 Streams January 2027

The highly anticipated third season of the fan-adored anime series Mashile: Magic and Muscles is confirmed to begin streaming on Crunchyroll starting January 2027. Season 3 will be available to watch anywhere around the globe on the well-known streaming platform outside of Japan and China. The series will also be non-exclusively available for Southeast Asian […]

“Cocoon – One Summer of Girlhood” Comes to Blu-ray

The beautifully animated drama Cocoon – One Summer of Girlhood is now coming to Blu-ray January 19th, 2027 in a partnership between GKIDS and Shout! Studios. The acclaimed film is currently available to watch via streaming on Apple TV and Prime Video, and the Blu-ray can be preordered from the GKIDS Store or Amazon. Cocoon […]

Visual Novel To Anime Adaptation “Witch on the Holy Night” Debuts In Theaters

Coming from the same studio behind the fan favorite Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle, Witch on the Holy Night from studio ufotable is being brought to North American theaters by Crunchyroll and Sony Pictures Entertainment. The film is set to release on January 29th, 2027, and will be available to view either subbed […]

“Puella Magi Madoka Magica the Movie -Walpurgisnacht: Rising-” Heads To Theaters

Fans of the acclaimed magical girl series Puella Magi Madoka Magica can look forward to the coming months as Fathom Entertainment is releasing Puella Magi Madoka Magica the Movie -Walpurgisnacht: Rising- to theaters for a limited time from January 16th-19th in 2027. The highly anticipated film is the next installment of the anime series and […]

Animated Feature Releases 2026

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GOAT

Release Date: February 13, 2016

Director: Tyree Dillihay

HOPPERS

Release Date: March 6, 2026

Director: Daniel Chong

THE POUT POUT FISH

Release Date: March 20th, 2026

Director: Ricard Cussó and Rio Harrington

SUPER MARIO GALAXY MOVIE

Release Date: April 1, 2026

Director: Aaron Horvath and Michael Jelenic

TOY STORY 5

Release Date: June 19, 2026

Director: Andrew Stanton

MINIONS & MONSTERS

Release Date: July 1, 2026

Director: Pierre Coffin

INTERVIEW: Kid Koala On Directing “Space Cadet”

Popular DJ, musician and composer Kid Koala (Eric San) has directed his first animated feature — the sweet "Space Cadet", which opens in select theaters on Nov. 13. It's based on his 2011 graphic novel about a girl named Celeste and her caretaker, a Guardian Bot.

MeTV Toons Remembers Eric Bauza

With a special presentation of the MeTV Toons original special Hare’s to Bugs! A Bugs Bunny Celebration. Saturday, October 31 at 7pm ET/PT

Inaugural ASIFA-SHOWCASE at Infinity Festival brings Brooks, Bird and Rogen

ASIFA-Hollywood announced today an exciting line-up of panel discussions planned for its inaugural ASIFA-Showcase debuting Saturday & Sunday, November 14 & 15 during the Ninth Annual Infinity Festival in Los Angeles.

The Animation Showcase’s 2026 Collection is Now Online

For industry members who cannot travel to every festival, or who want to revisit a film that stayed with them, the collection brings those discoveries within reach. Films ranging from 6 to 21 minutes sit alongside one another, inviting viewers to explore beyond familiar titles and encounter voices they might otherwise have missed.

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And The Oscar Goes to… “K-Pop Demon Hunters”

“K-Pop Demon Hunters” Sweep Annie Awards

20 Years Of Best Animated Film BAFTA

Annie Award Nominations: “K-Pop”, “Zoo2”, “Bad Guys”, “Elio”, “Amelie” Lead The Pack

98th Oscar Shortlist For Animated Shorts Announced

20 Years Of The Best Animated Feature Golden Globe

Animated Feature Films Eligible for the 98th Oscars Announced

53rd Annie Awards Tickets On Sale Now

Eric Bauza (1979-2026)

I can't believe I'm writing these words. Eric Bauza. Rest In Peace.

INTERVIEWS: Walking Into “Wildwood” With Travis Knight And Cast

LAIKA's highly anticipated new stop-motion feature, directed by Travis Knight whom I spoke with along with the stars of the movie — Peyton Elizabeth Lee (the voice of Prue), co-stars Jacob Tremblay, Jake Johnson, and Awkwafina (the voice of rat companion Septima).

Animation Supervisor Ben Anderson on Treating ‘Coyote Vs. Acme’ Like a 2D Chuck Jones

We spoke to Ben Anderson, the animation supervisor from DNEG, about pulling off the trickiest and most satisfying live action/animation hybrid since Who Framed Roger Rabbit? He explains what it was like collaborating with director Dave Green and the rest of the team.