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# Animation Scoop 2.0

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## Posts
- [Midwell – 5](https://www.animationscoop.com/midwell-5/)
- [INTERVIEW: Director Dave Green On “Coyote Vs. ACME”](https://www.animationscoop.com/interview-director-dave-green-on-coyote-vs-acme/): After years of anticipation, Coyote vs. ACME finally opens in theaters on Aug. 28. Director Dave Green shares his thoughts on the release and presenting the Looney Tunes characters in ways we've never seen them before.
- [Promoting “Witch Hat Atelier” at Anime Expo 2026](https://www.animationscoop.com/promoting-witch-hat-atelier-at-anime-expo-2026/): How would you feel as the creator, writer and illustrator of a successful manga series that has won oodles of awards and adapted into an anime series streaming around the world? The creative force behind Witch Hat Atelier headlined a panel at the Peacock Theater on July 3, before a capacity crowd at the 7,100-seat venue.
- [INTERVIEW: Aoi Yuki and Takeo Otsuka, Bringing Maomao and Jinshi to Animated Life in “The Apothecary Diaries”](https://www.animationscoop.com/interview-aoi-yuki-and-takeo-otsuka-bringing-maomao-and-jinshi-to-animated-life-in-the-apothecary-diaries/): The Apothecary Diaries began in 2011 as a web novel by Hyūganatsu. Then TOHO Animation and OLM produced an anime series, with Season One airing from October 2023 to March 2024, followed by Season Two from January to July 2025, 24 episodes per season.  The series currently streams on Crunchyroll, with a third season set to begin this fall.
- [“Neon Genesis Evangelion” Debuts On Criterion Channel This Fall](https://www.animationscoop.com/neon-genesis-evangelion-debuts-on-criterion-channel-this-fall/): The beloved Neon Genesis Evangelion will be joining the Criterion Channel’s anime selection, alongside its succeeding films The End of Evangelion and Evangelion Death (True)², thanks to the well-known anime distributor GKIDS. Director Hideaki’s iconic series is set to debut on Criterion Channel this September 1st, and will be available for streaming in both Japanese and English dub. For those who have not yet seen one of the pillars of anime, Criterion Channel will soon be one of the sites available for streaming this classic anime.
- [INTERVIEW: Kenji Kamiyama, Shunsuke Tada, and Hitoshi Ito, the Men Behind STAR WARS: VISIONS — THE NINTH JEDI](https://www.animationscoop.com/interview-kenji-kamiyama-shunsuke-tada-and-hitoshi-ito-the-men-behind-star-wars-visions-the-ninth-jedi/): On July 1, I spoke with Supervising Director Kenji Kamiyama, Director Shunsuke Tada, and Producer Hitoshi Ito, with interpretation provided by Yuki Machida. We discussed their inspirations and how they contributed to the project.
- [INTERVIEW: Yûki Igarashi on Honoring a Manga Classic with “Ribbon Hero”](https://www.animationscoop.com/interview-yuki-igarashi-on-honoring-a-manga-classic-with-ribbon-hero/): Before Netflix's upcoming Ribbon Hero, there was Osamu Tezuka's Princess Knight, featuring Princess Sapphire—a sword-fighting heroine who challenged gender expectations in 1953. Today, director Yûki Igarashi brings the story to a new generation with a modern adaptation that aims to both honor the legendary original and introduce it to contemporary audiences.
- [“Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End” at Anime Expo 2026](https://www.animationscoop.com/frieren-beyond-journeys-end-at-anime-expo-2026/): TOHO Animation hosted a panel featuring creatives from animation studio Madhouse on Saturday, July 4, at the JW Marriott. Fans packed the Platinum Ballroom, with a seating capacity of 2,100. Alas, photography was prohibited of the presentation.
- [54th Annie Awards “Call For Submissions” Begin Today](https://www.animationscoop.com/54th-annie-awards-call-for-submissions-begin-today/): ASIFA-Hollywood today announced its Call for Submissions for the 54th Annie Awards set for Saturday, February 20, 2027, at UCLA’s Royce Hall. 
- [INTERVIEW: Welcome To “The Day You Begin”](https://www.animationscoop.com/interview-welcome-to-the-day-you-begin/): The Day You Begin, based on the book by Jacqueline Woodson, is a new one-hour animated special about four kids experiencing their first day of Kindergarten. PBS Kids VP of Content Adriano Schmid discusses the heart and humanity of the special, which premieres this Friday August 7th.
- [“The Ribbon Hero” Unveils Final Trailer](https://www.animationscoop.com/the-ribbon-hero-unveils-final-trailer/): Today, Netflix released their final trailer for their upcoming anime, The Ribbon Hero, as well as newly confirmed voice cast members. The Netflix exclusive title is adapted from the classic “Princess Knight” manga by Osamu Tezuka, and is set to premiere on August 8.
- [Why Minions and Monsters Is Worth Watching, Especially for Movie Lovers](https://www.animationscoop.com/why-minions-and-monsters-is-worth-watching-especially-for-movie-lovers/): Earlier this month, Minions and Monsters opened to a lower-than-expected box office. Personally, I found this installment to be one of my favorites in the Despicable Me universe. This made me wonder: does my love of movies and line of work make me especially receptive to its historical Hollywood setting and references?
- [INTERVIEW: Younger Heroes In A Half Shell On “Teeny Mutant Ninja Turtles”](https://www.animationscoop.com/interview-younger-heroes-in-a-half-shell-on-teeny-mutant-ninja-turtles/): Eliza Hart, VP of Preschool Development at Nickelodeon Animation, joins me to talk about the new CG family series Teeny Mutant Ninja Turtles, centered on the eight-year-old versions of the beloved brothers.
- [Janus to Re-Release René Laloux’s “Gandahar” in New 4K Restoration ](https://www.animationscoop.com/janus-to-re-release-rene-lalouxs-gandahar-in-new-4k-restoration/): Janus Releasing will re-issue the uncut version, in its original French language, on August 21st at NY’s IFC Center and will expand the release nationally after. Here is the new poster and trailer.
- [ASIFA-Hollywood Events at Comic Con](https://www.animationscoop.com/asifa-hollywood-events-at-comic-con/): ASIFA-Hollywood will be participating once again at Comic-Con San Diego, July 22-26. You can find ASIFA-Hollywood on the convention floor at Booth 1532. Here's all the info.
- [Betty Boop Gets Exclusive Trading Card Collection](https://www.animationscoop.com/betty-boop-gets-exclusive-trading-card-collection/): Cardsmiths is turning on the spotlight with the launch of exclusive Betty Boop Then & Now Series 1 Trading Cards, a collection honoring the beloved icon across the decades. Spanning nearly a century of showstopping styles, the release celebrates Betty Boop's remarkable evolution through vintage-inspired artwork and modern interpretations.
- [INTERVIEW: Saladin K. Patterson On Season 15 Of “King Of The Hill”](https://www.animationscoop.com/interview-saladin-k-patterson-on-season-15-of-king-of-the-hill/): Saladin K. Patterson is the EP and showrunner of King of the Hill. The fantastic new season of the iconic animated comedy series about Texas family Hank, Peggy and Bobby Hill and their friends premieres this Monday July 20th on Hulu and Hulu on Disney+.
- [D23: Incredible Programming lineup for August 15-17 Event in Anaheim](https://www.animationscoop.com/d23-incredible-programming-lineup-for-august-15-17-event-in-anaheim/): Today, Disney announced a spectacular slate of programming happening during D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event presented by Visa, the highly anticipated event coming to Anaheim, California on August 14, 15, and 16, 2026. 
- [“Re:Bel Robotica” Released First Teaser Trailer](https://www.animationscoop.com/rebel-robotica-released-first-teaser-trailer/): The first promotional video for Re:Bel Robotica recently dropped, along with information about the production team bringing the new original anime to life since it was confirmed in production on June 24th. In this promotional video an insert song by the renowned composer Yuki Kajiura was debuted, one of the few pieces of Re:Bel Robotica media released so far. The so-far mysterious sci-fi anime is well on its way since this announcement.
- [Animation Educators’ Forum Announces 2026 Faculty Grant Recipients](https://www.animationscoop.com/animation-educators-forum-announces-2026-faculty-grant-recipients/): ASIFA-Hollywood’s Animation Educators Forum's Faculty Grants committee recently awarded $26,960 to the following eight individuals.
- [STEPS: A Fresh Spin on Cinderella With Heart, Humor, and Delicious Visual Details](https://www.animationscoop.com/steps-cinderella-interview/): Steps, one of Netflix's exciting upcoming animated features, reimagines the fairy tale of Cinderella in unexpected ways. Directors Alyce Tzue and John Ripa spoke about the personal and visual inspirations behind the project, their approach to creating a fresh retelling, and the themes at the heart of the story. (This Animation Scoop Q&A was edited for length and clarity.)
- [AnimEigo Announces Latest Blu-Ray Drops At Anime Expo](https://www.animationscoop.com/animeigo-announces-latest-blu-ray-drops-at-anime-expo/): Announced during the Anime Expo 2026, AnimEigo is set to bring in a new lineup of upcoming anime titles to be available in Blu-ray DVD home media, featuring Sakon The Ventriloquist, Drucker in the Dugout, House of Five Leaves, Baby & I, and additionally a 4K restoration for AD Police Files. An update was also announced for Vampire Princess Miyu, that each order for the horror anime OVA would additionally include blank Blu-ray case inserts. Of the latest additions to AnimEigo’s lineup, House of Five Leaves and Baby & I are confirmed to drop early 2027.
- [Disney+ and Hulu Reveal “Star Wars Visions: The Ninth Jedi”](https://www.animationscoop.com/disney-and-hulu-reveal-star-wars-visions-the-ninth-jedi/): upervising director Kenji Kamiyama, director Shunsuke Tada, and producer Hitoshi Ito just debuted the trailer and teaser poster at a special “Star Wars: Visions Presents – The Ninth Jedi” panel at the Los Angeles Convention Center as part of Anime Expo 2026.
- [“Akira” Heads Back To Theatres In 4k And IMAX This September](https://www.animationscoop.com/akira-heads-back-to-theatres-in-4k-and-imax-this-september/): This upcoming September 4th, Akira drives back into theatres in the United States and Canada for any and all fans rewatching or witnessing for the first time the cult classic and wildly beloved film. For the first time ever, Akira can be experienced in 4k and IMAX. Distributed by Crunchyroll and Sony Pictures Entertainment, the film will be available in both dub and sub, with a runtime of a little over 2 hours at 124 minutes total.
- [Ray Gunn: Brad Bird on Storytelling in the Age of Distraction](https://www.animationscoop.com/ray-gunn-brad-bird-on-storytelling-in-the-age-of-distraction/): I asked Brad Bird about his creative process, why Netflix was the right home for his newest feature, and how exactly a great director keeps people engaged in 2026. Getting the chance to speak with this Academy-Award winner ahead of his highly anticipated upcoming feature, Ray Gunn, turned into a conversation about the ingredients of excellent cinema. (This Animation Scoop Q&A was edited for length and clarity.)
- [The ‘Disney Kids & Family Discovers Voice Talent Search’ Selects Its Inaugural Class of Performers](https://www.animationscoop.com/the-disney-kids-family-discovers-voice-talent-search-selects-its-inaugural-class-of-performers/): Selected from more than 7,500 submissions nationwide, these 10 performers will participate in a free, weeklong workshop this July at the legendary Disney Television Animation studio in Glendale, California.
- [ASIFA Panel at Anime Expo: “Breaking Into Anime & Animation: How Studios Find and Hire Talent”](https://www.animationscoop.com/asifa-panel-at-anime-expo-breaking-into-anime-animation-how-studios-find-and-hire-talent/): ASIFA-Hollywood will host a panel discussion during Anime Expo 2026 this Saturday, July 4 at the Los Angeles Convention Center, 1201 S Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA. The panel will meet in Room 409AB at 4:15 p.m., and seating is first-come, first-served.
- [“Detective Conan” Cinema Tour Announced For 2026](https://www.animationscoop.com/detective-conan-cinema-tour-announced-for-2026/): For American Detective Conan fans nationwide, TMS Entertainment has announced the Detective Conan Cinema Tour 2026, which will bring the latest movie in the beloved murder mystery franchise, Detective Conan: The Million-dollar Pentagram to major anime events all across the United States starting this July 2nd. Find your local screening at an anime event near you, and join in the fun of Conan’s latest adventure centering around the beloved Kid the Phantom Thief. 
- [TRAILER: “Angry Birds 3”](https://www.animationscoop.com/trailer-angry-birds-3/): This holiday season, one angry bird will face his greatest challenge yet, surviving fatherhood… while saving the world! Coming December 23rd The Angry Birds Movie 3 to theaters everywhere. Directed by JohnRice, with a screenplay by Thurop Van Orman and voices including Jason Sudeikis, Josh Gad, Danny McBride, Nikki Glaser, with Lily James and Keke Palmer... here's the trailer:
- [Animator J.J. Villard Releases New Cartoon “Scaredy Cat” on Warner Bros. TV](https://www.animationscoop.com/animator-j-j-villard-releases-new-cartoon-scary-cat-on-warner-bros-tv/): 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.
- [Netflix Unveils Their 2026-2027 Animation Lineup](https://www.animationscoop.com/netflix-unveils-their-2026-2027-animation-lineup/): Just yesterday, Netflix released their lineup of upcoming animation for 2026 and early 2027, announced from the Annecy International Animation Film Festival. Release dates for In Waves and Ray Gunn were announced, and among the new images and teasers, a first look for Ghostbusters: Night Shift was also unveiled.
- [INTERVIEW: James Fletcher, Preserving the DC Animated Universe](https://www.animationscoop.com/interview-james-fletcher-preserving-the-dc-animated-universe/): 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.
- [TRAILER: Season 15 “King Of The Hill”](https://www.animationscoop.com/trailer-season-15-king-of-the-hill/): Hulu has debuted the trailer + key art for season 15 of "King of the Hill" exclusively out of Annecy International Animation Film Festival, where co-creator Mike Judge received the festival's Honorary Cristal Award for career achievement .
- [TRAILER: Gkid’s “Shaun The Sheep: The Beast Of Mossy Bottom”](https://www.animationscoop.com/trailer-gkids-shaun-the-sheep-the-beast-of-mossy-bottom/): GKIDS will release the film in US theatres nationwide beginning September 18, 2026, with a home entertainment release to follow later this year. 
- [INTERVIEW: Make Room For “The Doomies”](https://www.animationscoop.com/interview-make-room-for-the-doomies/): Bobby and Romy are tween friends who love looking for spooky creatures. What happens when they finally find them? This new Disney animated series, from co-creators Andrés Fernandez and Henry Gifford, answer this question.
- [Asifa-Hollywood Adds Two More To Its Advisory Board](https://www.animationscoop.com/asifa-hollywood-adds-two-more-to-its-advisory-board/): ASIFA-Hollywood has recommended two new members to its Advisory Board - Hannah Minghella and Alex Woo. In 2025, ASIFA-Hollywood created the Board, its members hand selected by ASIFA’s board of directors.
- [ANNECY: Warner Bros . Pictures Animation New Logo and Slate Announcement](https://www.animationscoop.com/annecy-warner-bros-pictures-animation-new-logo-and-slate-announcement/): 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.
- [ANNECY: Illumination Announces “Not Alone”](https://www.animationscoop.com/annecy-illumination-announces-not-alone/): In his first-ever feature-length animated film, four-time Academy Award nominee and Golden Globe and Actor Award winner Timothée Chalamet stars as Joe, an introverted rocket mechanic who lives a quiet life alone.
- [TRAILER: Netflix’ “Alley Cats”](https://www.animationscoop.com/trailer-netflix-alley-cats/): Alley Cats is an adult animated sitcom created by and starring the multi award-winning Ricky Gervais. Here's the trailer.
- [INTERVIEW: The Achievements Of “Adventure Time: Side Quests”](https://www.animationscoop.com/interview-the-achievements-of-adventure-time-side-quests/): Finn and Jake return in new one-off-style episodes on the series Adventure Time: Side Quests, premiering Monday June 29th on Disney+ and Hulu. Joining me are the trio of executive producer Nate Cash, supervising director Victor Courtright and art director Nick Cross.
- [REVIEW: “Toy Story 5”](https://www.animationscoop.com/review-toy-story-5/): Disclaimer: This review was written without the use of ChatGPT, Adobe, Google, Grok, or any other AI writing tool, including Lilypad Anthropic.
- [SIGGRAPH 2026 Computer Animation Festival Celebrates Global Storytelling, Alongside a Blockbuster Production Sessions Lineup](https://www.animationscoop.com/siggraph-2026-computer-animation-festival-celebrates-global-storytelling-alongside-a-blockbuster-production-sessions-lineup/): Taking place from 19–23 July 2026 at the Los Angeles Convention Center, this year’s conference once again puts the spotlight on a global slate of animated storytelling and the studios shaping today’s most ambitious productions.
- [Animated “Warrior Cats” Being Adapted For Disney+](https://www.animationscoop.com/animated-warrior-cats-being-adapted-for-disney/): The long-running children’s fantasy book series “Warrior Cats” is being adapted into an animated TV series for Disney+ and Disney Channel, following a deal between Coolabi Group and Disney Kids & Family. Based on the feline fantasy book saga, “Warrior Cats” is currently in production and slated to premiere in 2028.
- [TRAILER: Illumination’s “Minions & Monsters”](https://www.animationscoop.com/trailer-illuminations-minions-monsters/): Fresh off the worldwide blockbuster success of summer 2024’s funniest comedy, "Despicable Me 4", Illumination expands its joyful animated universe with an all-new festure: Minions & Monsters.  Opens July 1st, here's the trailer:
- [From Lilypad, to an Army of Upgraded Buzzes, Pixar Pushes New Tech in ‘Toy Story 5’](https://www.animationscoop.com/from-lilypad-to-an-army-of-upgraded-buzzes-pixar-pushes-new-tech-in-toy-story-5/): Tech takes center stage in Andrew Stanton's Toy Story 5. Stanton, who finally takes the directing reins after co-writing the previous four films, leans into the life cycle of toys as it pertains to the relationship between time and tech.
- [“The Simpsons” Opening Credits Get Meow Wolf-ified!](https://www.animationscoop.com/the-simpsons-opening-credits-get-meow-wolf-ified/): Meow Wolf has teamed up with THE SIMPSONS to create a mind-bending couch gag that will delight fans of both iconic institutions!
- [TRAILER: Disney’s “Hexed”](https://www.animationscoop.com/trailer-disneys-hexed/): The first trailer and poster for Disney’s “Hexed,” an all-new magical coming-of-age saga releasing in theaters November 25, are now available. The original animated film is Walt Disney Animation Studios’ 65th animated feature.
- [New Fantasy Series “Journey” Greenlit for Disney+](https://www.animationscoop.com/new-fantasy-series-journey-greenlit-for-disney/): From Disney Kids & Family and produced by ICON Creative Studio in association with Disney Television Animation, “Journey” (WT) is created by Matt Munn (“Ice Age: Collision Course,” “Spies in Disguise”), who will serve as executive producer alongside Peabody Award-winning Steve Loter (“Marvel’s Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur,” “Kim Possible”).
- [TRAILER: “Paw Patrol: The Dino Movie”](https://www.animationscoop.com/trailer-paw-patrol-the-dino-movie/): Here's the trailer for Paramount Pictures/Nickelodeon Movies August 14th theatrical release of Paw Patrol: The Dino Movie. The Backstreet Boys also provide a new song for the film.
- [TEASER: Pixar’s “Gatto”](https://www.animationscoop.com/teaser-pixars-gatto/): The first teaser trailer and poster for Disney and Pixar’s “Gatto,” is here. And Mark Ruffalo has joined the voice cast as the scrappy black cat Nero. Click here for a first look.
- [40 Years Of Pixar – An Overview](https://www.animationscoop.com/40-years-of-pixar-an-overview/): 40 years in, through features, shorts, theme park attractions and TV/streaming series and specials, Pixar remains one of the most celebrated brands in all of entertainment. It's still got a friend in me.

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