“A Whole New Sound” is an upcoming album from Mickey & Friends that will feature covers of beloved Disney classics. Some iconic alternative, rock, and pop-punk bands have contributed their work to the project. In honor of The Lion King having its 30th anniversary, Disney released the first single from the album: Simple Plan’s rendition […]

As of January 10, 2025, it’s been confirmed that the DreamWork’s animation veteran Conrad Vernon will be returning to the studio to direct Shrek 5 with Walt Dohrn. The upcoming installment of the franchise is set for release on December 23, 2026, just in time for its 25th Anniversary.

DreamWorks Animation has released a new trailer for the studio’s upcoming feature, The Wild Robot.  Based on Peter Brown’s #1 New York Times bestseller, The Wild Robot is an epic story of  “a bond like no other”.  

Now Open at Universal Orlando Resort is the much anticipated DreamWorks Land, with rides and experiences featuring some of the most beloved animated characters of the past 25 years from one of the industry’s most successful studios. What can DreamWorks Animation fans look forward to? The Resort’s Dean Orion (Creative Director, Universal Creative) and Jason […]

A group of student government middle schoolers are on a one-of-a-kind island for the summer. New animated series StuGo premieres this Saturday Jan. 11 at 8pm on Disney Channel. Creator and EP Ryan Gillis and Co-EP Sunil Hall ring in the New Year with this adventurous show. (This Animation Scoop Q&A was edited for length […]

Illumination’s Despicable Me is extraordinarily successful- aside from being one of the highest-grossing animated film franchises of all time. 14 years after the original film became an immediate hit, director Chris Renaud talks with Animation Scoop on the upcoming installment, reflecting on the global appeal, legacy of the characters, and the franchise’s lasting impact over […]