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Mickey Mouse

Mickey Mouse is an cartoon character co-created in 1928 by Walt Disney and Ub Iwerks.

Spider-Ham

Spider-Ham (Peter Porker) is a superhero appearing in Marvel Comics. The character is an anthropomorphic pig and is a parody version of Spider-Man. He was created by Larry Hama, Tom DeFalco, and Mark Armstrong.

KENEDA

Kaneda, the leader of a motorcycle gang in Katsuhiro Otomo’s classic anime feature AKIRA (1988).

Daffy Duck

Daffy Duck was created by Tex Avery for Leon Schlesinger Productions. He has appeared in cartoon series such as Looney Tunes and Merrie Melodies, in which he is usually depicted as a foil for either Bugs Bunny, Porky Pig, or Speedy Gonzales.

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Animator J.J. Villard Releases New Cartoon “Scaredy Cat” on Warner Bros. TV

Animator J.J. Villard Releases New Cartoon “Scaredy Cat” on Warner Bros. TV

Avatar photoJerry Beck|
June 26th, 2026
Emmy Award-winning animator and creator JJ Villard (King Star King, JJ Villard's Fairy Tales) has released his newest animated project, Scaredy Cat, now streaming in full on the Warner Bros. TV.
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INTERVIEW: James Fletcher, Preserving the DC Animated Universe

INTERVIEW: James Fletcher, Preserving the DC Animated Universe

Avatar photoW.R. Miller|
June 25th, 2026
This weekend, June 26-28, Fletcher’s Heroic Fine Art Gallery is hosting ten DCAU talents at Fan Expo Anaheim, with the convention itself presenting Mark Hamill and Paul Williams live on stage with writer/producer Paul Dini. On June 23, I spoke with Fletcher about his contributions to animation history.
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ANNECY: Warner Bros . Pictures Animation New Logo and Slate Announcement

ANNECY: Warner Bros . Pictures Animation New Logo and Slate Announcement

Avatar photoJerry Beck|
June 23rd, 2026
A standout presentation that included an exclusive look at the studio's 2026 through 2028 slate and introducing the creative teams building its next chapter, was hosted by WBPA President and Chief Creative Officer Bill Damaschke.
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Latest in Category: Major Studios

INTERVIEW: Yarrow Cheney and Scott Mosier on Directing “The Grinch”

It all began with the classic Dr. Seuss book. Then came the iconic TV special, followed by a popular live-action film (and even a Broadway show!). Now The Grinch is back – in the form of a feature-length animated movie from Illumination Entertainment. Directors Yarrow Cheney and Scott Mosier had the responsibility of making this […]
Avatar photoJackson Murphy|November 5, 2018
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INTERVIEW: Yarrow Cheney and Scott Mosier on Directing “The Grinch”

Dreamworks “She-Ra and the Princesses of Power” Moves Up It’s Debut on Netflix

With fan anticipation reaching a fever pitch, DreamWorks Animation Television is excited to announce that She-Ra and the Princesses of Power will now debut November 13th exclusively on Netflix. To celebrate the earlier release, DreamWorks has released a new trailer unveiling never-before-seen footage and a preview of the series theme song titled “Warriors.”
Avatar photoJerry Beck|November 2, 2018
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Dreamworks “She-Ra and the Princesses of Power” Moves Up It’s Debut on Netflix

TRAILER: Dreamworks’ “How To Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World”

What began as an unlikely friendship between an adolescent Viking and a fearsome Night Fury dragon has become an epic adventure spanning their lives. Welcome to the most astonishing chapter of one of the most beloved animated franchises in film history: How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World. For How to Train Your Dragon: […]
Avatar photoJerry Beck|October 25, 2018
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TRAILER: Dreamworks’ “How To Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World”

DreamWorks Animation Television Announces Three New Netflix Series

DreamWorks Animation Television is set to release three new kids series on Netflix in 2019 and 2020, including Archibald’s Next Big Thing from Emmy Award-winner Tony Hale. The new slate was announced during a MIPJr. keynote by Margie Cohn, president of DreamWorks Animation Television. Upcoming series include: DreamWorks Archibald’s Next Big Thing – 2019 Inspired […]
Avatar photoJerry Beck|October 15, 2018
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DreamWorks Animation Television Announces Three New Netflix Series

INTERVIEW: Matt Beans of Dreamworks/Netflix “Trolls: The Beat Goes On!”

For fans who can’t get enough of DreamWorks’ “Trolls” – good news! Not only is production of the sequel to the 2016 hit movie in full swing, but a new season of the spin-off TV series Trolls: The Beat Goes On! debuts this week (8/24) on Netflix. And with series veteran Matt Beans back as […]
Avatar photoJackson Murphy|August 20, 2018
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INTERVIEW: Matt Beans of Dreamworks/Netflix “Trolls: The Beat Goes On!”

FIRST LOOK: Dreamworks Netflix “She-Ra and the Princess of Power”

DreamWorks Animation Television and Netflix today unveiled a first look of the highly-anticipated Netflix original series She-Ra and the Princess of Power, as well as the fall premiere date of November 16th. The images reveal several main characters from the upcoming series, including Adora and the titular She-Ra voiced by Aimee Carrero (Elena of Avalor), […]
Avatar photoJerry Beck|July 16, 2018
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FIRST LOOK: Dreamworks Netflix “She-Ra and the Princess of Power”

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Universal Launches Animation Writers Program

Universal Filmed Entertainment Group (UFEG)’s Global Talent Development & Inclusion (GTDI) department today announced the launch of the Universal Animation Writers Program, a first-of-its-kind animation writing program for both feature film and television content. The one-year, paid program will partner with business units and production entities affiliated with UFEG including DreamWorks Animation, Illumination and Universal […]