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Hasbro Wins Copyright Battle Over ‘Peppa Pig’ Audio Used in ‘Wolfoo’

By Dan Sarto | Thursday, July 30, 2026 at 12:32pm

A London High Court judge found that Vietnamese company SConnect used copyrighted audio clips and ordered all videos featuring the young wolf character removed from online platforms, including YouTube.

Retro Fun Headline News

Tiffany Haddish, Donald Faison Board ‘Backyard Sports: The Animated Series’

By Dan Sarto | Friday, July 24, 2026 at 4:58pm

Playground Productions reveals new show is in production at its SDCC 2026 panel, sharing the voice cast, which also includes Christopher Mintz-Plasse, first look images and a sizzle reel - trailer.

We Need More Journeys of Friendship Magic and Self-Discovery Headline News

‘My Little Pony: Forever Friendship’ YouTube Series in the Works at Hasbro

By Dan Sarto | Friday, July 24, 2026 at 4:04pm

Bi-weekly 9-minute animated episodes to launch in early 2027; company unveils new voice cast and an accompanying theme-song cover now streaming.

Zen for Kids Headline News

‘Stillwater’ Returns to Apple TV with 5 New Episodes

By Dan Sarto | Thursday, July 16, 2026 at 8:40am

Season 5 of the 3DCG kids and family series brings new stories rooted in mindfulness and gentle humor, featuring the wise panda helping Karl, Addy and Michael better understand their feelings and day-to-day challenges.

A Very Mickey Season Headline News

‘Mickey’s Home Alone’ Animated Special Set for This Holiday Season

By Dan Sarto | Wednesday, June 17, 2026 at 6:57am

The new full-length special follows Mickey and Pluto as they are accidentally left behind while Minnie and the gang head to the world-famous Ice Palace for Christmas; coming to Disney Jr. and Disney+.

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Reza Memari Dives into Unreal Engine for ‘The Last Whale Singer’

The writer/director talks tough CG production choices and the expansive use of real-time technology on his whale-sized animated kids’ adventure about overcoming self-doubt and finding your voice; hits theaters June 5.

Pups to the Rescue Headline News

Nickelodeon and Spin Master Renew ‘PAW Patrol’ and ‘Rubble & Crew’

By Dan Sarto | Friday, May 15, 2026 at 3:05pm

The preschool shows get picked up for Seasons 14 and 15 and 5 and 6, respectively, with new episodes set to premiere this summer on the network and Nick Jr.

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Disney to Share ‘Cars: Lightning Racers’ and Other First Looks at Annecy

By Dan Sarto | Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 11:43am

Disney+ and Disney Television Animation are headed to the famed festival by the lake to reveal details of new projects in the Work in Progress sessions, as well as screen in the official TV competition; event runs June 21-27.

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'DRAGGLiNS' Solo Artist-Created AI-Animated Kids’ Series Launches on YouTube

By Dan Sarto | Friday, April 10, 2026 at 2:10pm

Created by Brandon Craig on his own using an AI production pipeline, the 3D animated show debuted April 5; next weekly episode streams April 11.

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Hasbro Appoints Adam Redfern as 'Peppa Pig' Showrunner

By Dan Sarto | Friday, April 3, 2026 at 9:40am

The Emmy and BAFTA-winning writer and producer will oversee creative direction on the hit show as the company positions the long-running preschool series for the next phase of its storytelling evolution.

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Brunico Shuts Down Kidscreen Summit; Publisher Jocelyn Christie Departs

By Dan Sarto | Tuesday, March 31, 2026 at 11:38am

Brunico Communications will discontinue the longtime conference and its other U.S. events business in 2027, citing market consolidation, as the longtime ‘Kidscreen’ publisher exits after 28 years.

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IvyBears Launches AI-Animated Children’s TV Series

By Dan Sarto | Monday, March 2, 2026 at 11:46am

European vitamin gummy brand expands into entertainment with what it claims is the first children’s TV series produced through an AI-driven animation pipeline, with episodes debuting in April.

It’s 2 Mints in One! Headline News

CoComelon, Sanrio Debut ‘CoComelon Playdates With Sanrio Friends’ Trailer

The 2D animated series, which follows JJ and his friends as they team up for whimsical sing-alongs, silly moments, and playdates, hits YouTube on January 24.

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Millimages, StoryZoo & Friends Partner on Linear, FAST, AVOD and SVOD Channels

Deal to bring kids’ series to European viewers calls for licensing of more than 300 episodes from globally recognized preschool catalog, including ‘Louie (Louie, Draw Me),’ ‘Mouk,’ ‘Hilltop Hospital,’ and ‘Molang.’

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Ozlem Akturk Talks ‘The Tiny Chef Show’ and Life After Cancellation

For the creator of the Emmy and Annie Award-winning stop-motion preschool series whose titular character cooks up delightful, herbivorous ‘weshipees’ and bite-sized meals alongside a lineup of top celebrity guest stars and his enthusiastic robot buddy, the end of their Nickelodeon show has meant a new set of challenges… and opportunities.

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Trailer Released for Paris Hilton’s ‘Paris & Pups’ Animated Series

By Dan Sarto | Wednesday, August 20, 2025 at 10:37am

From HappyNest Entertainment and 9 Story Media, in partnership with Hilton’s 11:11 Media, the kids’ show follows 5 ‘fabulous pups’ who live ‘their best lives’ in the Fabuluxe Hotel penthouse bringing happiness to others; debuts September 23 on YouTube.

You Should See This Show ANIMATIONWorld

‘Maddie + Triggs’: A Minimalist Masterpiece Made for Visually-Impaired Viewers

Irish animation studio Turnip & Duck’s new 2D series on CBeebies about a 7-year-old visually-impaired girl and her doggy best friend turns on its head the old adage that ‘actions and visuals speak louder than words.’

We Return to Mossy Bottom Farm Headline News

Season 7 of ‘Shaun the Sheep’ Launching May 24

By Dan Sarto | Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 4:43pm

Celebrating the property’s 30th anniversary, Aardman and the BBC’s stop-motion series returns with new episodes filled with the hilarious exploits of Shaun, the long-suffering, loyal sheepdog Bitzer, and the flock at Mossy Bottom Farm.

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‘Lulu Is a Rhinoceros’ Family Musical Special Coming to Apple TV+

By Dan Sarto | Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at 6:51am

Based on the children’s book of the same name by father-daughter duo Jason and Allison Flom, the animated pop music event is all about kindness, acceptance and embracing one’s true self.

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