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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

TRAILER: Disney’s “Zootopia 2”

Walt Disney Animation Studios revealed a brand-new teaser trailer this morning for Zootopia 2, the highly anticipated sequel to 2016’s Academy Award-winning Zootopia. Featuring glimpses at new and returning characters, the trailer reunites rookie cops Judy Hopps (voice of Ginnifer Goodwin) and Nick Wilde (voice of Jason Bateman) and teases a new team-up with a […]
Avatar photoJerry Beck|May 20, 2025
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TRAILER: Disney’s “Zootopia 2”

PREMIERE: Disney Presents “Whimsy & Wonder” At Animayo Gran Canaria

This year, Animayo Gran Canaria celebrates its 20th anniversary with a landmark event, and Walt Disney Animation Studios is an official sponsor. To mark the occasion, a brand-new exhibition titled Whimsy & Wonder will debut exclusively in Gran Canaria, Spain, offering audiences an unforgettable visual experience Whimsy & Wonder honors the creative impact of women […]
Avatar photoLauren Ashton|April 29, 2025
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PREMIERE: Disney Presents “Whimsy & Wonder” At Animayo Gran Canaria

EVENT: The Walt Disney Company To Showcase At Annecy

This year’s Annecy International Animation Festival is set to be one for the books, as The Walt Disney Company brings together all its powerhouse animation divisions under one banner for the first time ever. Attendees can look forward to an expansive and dynamic celebration of creativity, innovation, and storytelling, featuring presentations, panels, and premieres from […]
Avatar photoLauren Ashton|April 18, 2025
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EVENT: The Walt Disney Company To Showcase At Annecy

INTERVIEW: Looney Lowdown On “The Day The Earth Blew Up”

Long-awaited, fully animated The Day the Earth Blew Up: A Looney Tunes Movie will receive an awards-qualifying run before the end of 2024, ahead of its official theatrical release on February 28th, 2025. I’ve screened the film and spoke with director Peter Browngardt about this sci-fi action comedy starring beloved characters who are true to […]
Avatar photoJackson Murphy|October 28, 2024
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INTERVIEW: Looney Lowdown On “The Day The Earth Blew Up”

Universal Dates Dreamworks “Forgotten Island” for 2026

Universal Pictures will release DreamWorks Animation’s Forgotten Island on Friday, September 25, 2026 – wide, taking the place of the Untitled DreamWorks Animation. Plot and details of the film are being kept under wraps, but the film is described as a broad party comedy adventure that transports the film’s protagonists to a long forgotten, magical […]
Avatar photoJerry Beck|April 15, 2025
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Universal Dates Dreamworks “Forgotten Island” for 2026

“Heritage Auctions Heartbeat of a Cartoon – The Art of the Disney Animation Drawing Volume III” Boasts Largest Animation Auction Ever

Heritage’s Heartbeat of a Cartoon – The Art of the Disney Animation Drawing Volume III boasts the largest auction ever held for these timeless treasures! The auction runs from May 10th to May 11th and is our third Disney animation drawing showcase. It promises to be better than ever, so be sure to grab your […]
Avatar photoJerry Beck|April 9, 2025
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“Heritage Auctions Heartbeat of a Cartoon – The Art of the Disney Animation Drawing Volume III” Boasts Largest Animation Auction Ever

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‘Toy Story’ 30th Anniversary: Part One

In honor of Toy Story’s 30th anniversary and theatrical re-release on September 12, I spoke with five Pixar luminaries about their experiences making the first CG-animated feature and its continuing impact on the studio and the industry: Pete Docter (chief creative officer and three-time Oscar-winning director, who served as supervising animator), Bonnie Arnold (a producer, who later joined […]