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OIAF Coins New Platform Animation Competition, Names 6 Selected Shows

Adult Swim’s ‘The Elephant,’ Netflix’s ‘Mating Season,’ and Prime Video’s ‘Kevin’ among the shows that will compete in the former Animated Series competition; Animation for Young Audiences 7+ and Animation for Teen Audiences 13+ selections also announced; fest runs September 23-27.

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This Music Takes the Cake… and Fionna Headline News

iam8bit, WaterTower Music Announce ‘Adventure Time’ Finale and ‘Fionna and Cake’ Soundtracks

Pre-orders are open for Vinyl LP and CD editions of the ‘Adventure Time: Come Along with Me’ series finale and ‘Adventure Time: Fionna and Cake’ soundtracks, with shipments expected in Q3 2026.

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Let’s Experiment Headline News

‘Adult Swim’s The Elephant’ Unites Patrick Mchale, Ian Jones-Quartey, Rebecca Sugar and Pendleton Ward

The narrative experiment comprised of 3 acts, each created in isolation, will premiere as an ad-free experience December 19 on Adult Swim, the next day on HBO Max.

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More Reveals Galore from Annecy Headline News

Adult Swim Reveals New Animated Series Slate at Annecy

Announcement includes the special ‘The Elephant,’ from Rebecca Sugar and Pendleton Ward; Genndy Tartakovsky’s ‘Heist Safari;’ and ‘Keeping up with the Joneses,’ from creators Hugh Davidson, Rachel Ramras, and Larry Dorf.

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Annecy Studio Showcase Reveals Headline News

Steven Universe’ Gets Sequel, ‘Teen Titans Go!’ Season 10 Greenlit

Warner’s Annecy Studio Showcase shares ‘Steven Universe: Lars of the Stars’ is in development for Prime Video, while DC’s longest running animated series is headed for Cartoon Network.

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That’s Not All Folks! Headline News

Warner Bros. Animation, Cartoon Network Studios Reveal Annecy Slate

Festival plans include behind-the scenes looks at ‘Bat-Fam,’ and ‘Get Jiro;’ Genndy Tartakovsky, Craig McCracken, Pendleton Ward, Rebecca Sugar, J.G. Quintel, and Adam Muto to headline Cartoon Network 25 Year Celebration.

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More Finn and Jake is Coming Headline News

Warner’s Studio Family Unveils Greenlights, Development Slate at Annecy

Warner Bros. Animation, Cartoon Network Studios and Hanna-Barbera Studios Europe reveal lots of new programming, including new shows and spin-offs of popular animated series, including ‘Fosters Funtime for Imaginary Friends, 2 new ‘Adventure Time’ properties, the return of ‘Regular Show,’ and the first ‘Scooby-Doo’ anime series.

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Awards Headline News

5th Annual WIA Diversity Awards Announced at SPARK Animation 2021

The organization’s ongoing initiative recognizes individuals, films, and organizations working to expand diversity; Rebecca Sugar, ‘All Those Sensations in My Belly’ by Marko Dješka, and the University of Southern California Annenberg Inclusion Initiative all honored; taped ceremony with WIA president Marge Dean now available online at the festival website.

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TV Animation Headline News

Disney Shares ‘Amphibia’ Season 3 Premiere Date, Clip and Guest Voice Cast

Whoopi Goldberg, RuPaul Charles, Kate Micucci, Brad Garrett, and Anika Noni Rose among special guests starring in the new season, which also includes 22-minute Christmas special featuring new song by ‘Steven Universe’s Rebecca Sugar.

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Jobs Headline News

Animation Guild Hosting ‘Getting Started in Animation for Grads’ Virtual Q&A

The free online event features a panel of industry leaders including ‘Steven Universe’ creator Rebecca Sugar and ‘Kung Fu Panda 2’ director Jennifer Yuh Nelson; topics range from interviewing and hiring insights to social media presence and working remotely.

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New Animated Shorts Initiative Headline News

Cartoon Network Launches ‘Cartoon Cartoons’ Animated Shorts Program

Studio’s latest effort to nurture animation talent will give voices to a new and diverse generation of artists with mentorship and support; program’s creative council will include veteran producers Pete Browngardt, Manny Hernandez, Katie Rice, and Aminder Dhaliwal.

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Fighting Against Racism Headline News

Cartoon Network Launches ‘Be An Ally’ PSA

Final anti-racism campaign spot developed by ‘Steven Universe’ creator Rebecca Sugar and Ian Jones-Quartey discusses the importance of changing the racist system by standing up and speaking up when seeing what’s unfair.

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Fighting Against Racism Headline News

Cartoon Network and ‘Steven Universe’ Fight Racism in ‘See Color’ PSA

The third spot in a set of four developed by Rebecca Sugar and Ian Jones-Quartey each feature a different character from the hit series, providing kids and families productive ways to counter common narratives about racism.

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Virtual Events Headline News

Pixelatl 2020 Goes Online September 1-5

Event has announced an ambitious program to promote Mexican and Latin American creative industries; featured activities include a focus on recruitment, women in animation, and business networking meetings.

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SVOD Headline News

Unconventional A24 Picks Up Controversial ‘Hazbin Hotel’

Vivienne Medrano’s overnight YouTube sensation animated musical comedy from Hell is coming to TV under the ‘Uncut Gems’ and ‘Lady Bird’ entertainment company banner.

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Festivals Headline News

Quirky, Unique and Compelling: OIAF 2019 is More than Just About Films

From September 25-29, Ottawa plays host to kindred spirits, collaborators and experts in all things animated, sharing tall tales and lots of good Canadian ale.

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Cartoon Network Headline News

CN Sets Largest-Ever Slate of Shows, Digital, Games

Lineup includes five new animated series from a new generation of creators, plus nine returning favorites.

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Nickelodeon Headline News

Nickelodeon Fires ‘Loud House’ Creator Chris Savino

Amid reports of dozens of women coming forward with allegations of abuse, showrunner of the hit animated series now in its second season is removed from the studio.

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Jobs & Recruiting Headline News

Women Working in Animation Pen Open Letter Calling for End to Harassment

Series creators Rebecca Sugar, Shadi Petosky and Lauren Faust among 217 signatories on open letter sent to a dozen studios demanding an end to sexism and sexual harassment in the animation industry.

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Steven Universe Headline News

Cartoon Network to Release ‘Steven Universe Soundtrack Vol. 1,’ June 2

Digital album answers fan requests for compilation album from the popular series.

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Cartoon Network Headline News

Cartoon Network Treats Fans to Musical ‘Steven Universe’ Performance at Comic-Con 2016

Musical performance includes Grammy Award-winner Estelle and creator Rebecca Sugar accompanied by voice talents Zach Callison, Michaela Dietz and Deedee Magno Hall, writers and storyboard artist Ben Levin & Jeff Liu, musician Jeff Ball, and series composers Aivi Tran and Steven 'Surasshu' Velema.

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Home Entertainment Headline News

‘Steven Universe: The Return’ Arrives on Shelves June 7

DVD Featuring 12 Episodes from Seasons 1 and 2 Personally Curated by Series Creator Rebecca Sugar available from Cartoon Network on June 7.

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Cartoon Network Headline News

Cartoon Network Greenlights New Seasons of ‘Steven Universe’ and ‘Uncle Grandpa’

Cartoon Network Studios’ original series ‘Steven Universe’ and ‘Uncle Grandpa’ return with fifth seasons this spring.

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Cartoon Network Headline News

Cartoon Network to Bring CN ANYTHING Panel to NYCC

Super-sized panel features producers and talent from original animated comedy series.

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Steven Universe Headline News

Rebecca Sugar's 'Steven Universe' Headed to Teletoon Canada

Steven Universe, the new series from writer and storyboard artist Rebecca Sugar, premieres on Teletoon Canada's flagship Can't Miss Thursdays programming block Thursday, April 24.