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What a Hoot Not to be Missed Headline News

Titmouse Celebrates 20 years of ‘5 Second Day’s Chaos and Creativity

What started as a simple excuse to blow off steam has evolved into a long-running ritual — part inside joke, part creative release valve — where anything can happen, not everything works, and that’s exactly the point.

We Want More SMALLS Headline News

Blink Industries, Adult Swim SMALLS Debut 'Wilem' 2D Short

By Dan Sarto | Friday, March 20, 2026 at 12:09pm

Directed by James Papper and Bárbara Oliveira, the animated film centers on a Gen-Z barbarian prince who avoids battle in favor of gaming until his parents force him to face his destiny on his 16th birthday.

Just Say No to Drifting Through Urban Decay Headline News

Final Frontier Animates Short Film Tribute to 'The Maxx'

By Dan Sarto | Friday, March 20, 2026 at 10:47am

Directed by Tim Fox, the indie film ‘The Maxx – I’m Out of Control Again!’ revisits Sam Kieth’s seminal 1993 comic and 1995 MTV animated adaptation, exploring the property’s psychological themes through a contemporary visual approach.

Hawkins Gets Animated Headline News

‘Stranger Things: Tales From ’85’ to Debut in U.S. Theaters

By Dan Sarto | Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at 1:29pm

Netflix will roll out limited theatrical screenings of its all-new animated series across the U.S. on April 18, ahead of the global streaming debut on April 23.

Dad… Really? ANIMATIONWorld

‘Invincible’ Season 4: Being Superhuman versus Being Super Human

As the new season pushes into darker, more volatile territory filled with high-stakes conflict, it’s Mark Grayson’s mom Debbie’s grounded, resilient humanity that anchors the story, giving real emotional weight to the chaos, loss, and responsibility that come with extraordinary power; debuts March 18 on Prime Video.

We Love Interdimensional Portals Headline News

Blinkink’s Léa Esmaili Directs ‘She Knows Too Much’ for Mac Miller and Thundercat

By Dan Sarto | Friday, March 13, 2026 at 10:23am

The mixed-media animated music video combines 2D and 3D animation for the Ninja Tune track release tied to Thundercat’s upcoming album campaign.

Business Headline News

Xilam Animation Greenlights ‘Oggy and the Cockroaches’ Season 9

By Dan Sarto | Thursday, March 12, 2026 at 9:17am

78 new episodes are planned for delivery between 2027 and 2028 on long-running non-dialogue comedy franchise as the series approaches its 30th anniversary.

More Wubbin More Dubbin Headline News

‘Rick and Morty’ Sets Season 9 Adult Swim Premiere

By Dan Sarto | Wednesday, March 11, 2026 at 9:43am

Yes, there is a tiny bit of good news today… one of cable’s most popular animated comedies returns with new episodes filled with absurdity and brilliance and more absurdity debuting May 24 on the network, with next-day digital availability and U.S. streaming beginning August 31.

More Great Shows for Kids Headline News

‘PBS Kids Across America’ Launches with New Specials, Shorts and Series

By Dan Sarto | Monday, March 9, 2026 at 3:14pm

New initiative includes a slate of children’s specials, shorts and curated programming tied to the United States’ 250th anniversary that will debut beginning May 1 with projects from The Jim Henson Company, GBH Kids, Future Brain Media and 9 Story Media Group.

Business Headline News

Wonkybot Kids YouTube Hub Launches, Debuts Animated Series 'BLISS'

By Dan Sarto | Monday, March 9, 2026 at 12:15pm

Indie studio expands its podcast-driven IP strategy into animation with the launch of a dedicated kids YouTube platform and the premiere of its first animated show.

We Want More Plympton Headline News

Average Friends Teams with Bill Plympton on ‘u know i luv u’ Short

By Dan Sarto | Monday, March 9, 2026 at 11:09am

The indie pop duo has partnered on the new film that will feature their original music along with the twice Oscar-nominated indie legend’s signature hand-drawn 2D animation; a Kickstarter campaign will launch soon.

Not The Cat’s Meow Headline News

Paramount+ Orders 2D 'Garfield' Series from Nickelodeon Animation

By Dan Sarto | Monday, March 9, 2026 at 9:54am

Lamorne Morris will voice the iconic, lasagna-loving orange cat in the new show inspired by the original comic strip by Jim Davis.  

Enter the Bohrsville Multiverse If You Dare! Headline News

New Short ‘Is All Cheese Sentient?’ Introduces the Bohrsville Multiverse

By Dan Sarto | Thursday, March 5, 2026 at 11:25am

Creators T.J. Rowe and Rich Nardo are living the indie animator dream… they’ve debuted their animated project that follows intergalactic delivery workers Red and Eddy attempting to derail nefarious criminal plans; themes include mental health and impending multiversal rupture.

Standout Animation from 2025 ANIMATIONWorld

What Makes for Great Animation? Looking Back at the Best from 2025

As we count down the final days of yet another awards season, AWN and ANIMATIONWorld asked a group of award-winning animation directors what they look for when judging the quality of animated work and what they consider some of the finest work they’ve seen in the last year.

Business Headline News

TeamTO Launches TeamTOKO Animation Anime-Inspired Production Division

By Dan Sarto | Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at 9:04am

Post-acquisition moves from the European studio include new creator-led division dedicated original series and feature films along with a refreshed brand identity.

Mentoring the Next Generation of Animation Filmmakers Headline News

Gotham Film & Media Institute and LAIKA Launch Animation Accelerator

By Dan Sarto | Monday, March 2, 2026 at 11:03am

The 6-month initiative to support short film pitch development will offer mentorship, studio access, and industry exposure to early- and mid-career creators developing production-ready animated projects.

Because Who Doesn’t Love Cat Videos? Headline News

Prime Video Sets ‘Kevin’ Premiere, Reveals Title Sequence

By Dan Sarto | Monday, March 2, 2026 at 10:03am

Watch the titles with an original song by star Jason Schwartzman; all eight episodes of the adult animated comedy about a cat that breaks up with his humans, from Aubrey Plaza and Joe Wengert, debuts April 20.

Who Doesn’t Love Floating Amusement Parks Headline News

Glitch Productions Greenlights ‘Knights of Guinevere’ Series

By Dan Sarto | Friday, February 27, 2026 at 2:28pm

Following its 11.9M-view pilot debut on YouTube, the Dana Terrace co-created 2D animated indie psychological thriller secures a full-series order.

An Homage to Golden Era Animation ANIMATIONWorld

Gorillaz’s ‘The Mountain, The Moon Cave and The Sad God’: ‘Apocalypse Now’ Meets 60s Animation

Watch the new film - from real watercolor paintings and rostrum cameras to digitally recreated xerox line work, the new animated short film from Kong Studios and The Line pays homage to Golden Era techniques through a distinctly retro visual language.

It’s Anime-zing! Headline News

Crunchyroll Drops ‘Witch Hat Atelier’ Anime Series Trailer

By Dan Sarto | Friday, February 27, 2026 at 7:33am

New footage introduces additional main characters, voice cast and music details for the upcoming adaptation of Kamome Shirahama’s award-winning manga.

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