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Pinkfong Launches ‘Baby Shark’ Spin-Off Webtoon, Inks Deal with Japan’s TBS

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May 1, 2025

Pinkfong Launches ‘Baby Shark’ Spin-Off Webtoon, Inks Deal with Japan’s TBS

The Pinkfong Company has announced that Moon Shark: From Underwater Princess to Celebrity, a spin-off webtoon series inspired by the company’s Baby Shark universe, is now available in North America, including the U.S., on five major digital platforms, including Manta, Lezhin Comics US, HYPERCOMIC, Dashtoon and Lalatoon.

Moon Shark follows Sid, a shark princess from an underwater kingdom who harbors a crush on a boy band member on land. Her story takes an unexpected turn when she ventures to the human world and becomes an overnight social media star.

Co-produced with M Story Hub (WEBTOON hit The Remarried Empress), Moon Shark first debuted in South Korea on Naver SERIES and has already won over fans across Asia. The series has also launched in Japan through LINE Manga and is now available on 11 platforms in South Korea including Naver SERIES, Kakao Page and Ridi. The webtoon itself has recorded approximately 830,000 views, with 818,000 coming from Kakao Page alone.

“We’re thrilled to bring Moon Shark to North American audiences following its tremendous success in Asia,” said Gemma Joo, Chief Business Officer at The Pinkfong Company. “This expansion represents our commitment to evolving the Baby Shark universe for fans as they grow, while attracting new audiences with compelling storytelling that resonates with today’s digital-first generation.”

The webtoon has expanded beyond the digital pages, with its “Moonlight” music video, released in December 2024, accumulating 630,000 views on YouTube and surpassing 1.67 million and 1.59 million views for teaser clips on Instagram and X respectively. The 2D animated music video was a collaborative project with production company Reticles and director Son Ki, known for creating virtual group PLAVE’s “Sixth Summer” music video.

The Pinkfong Company has revealed exciting plans for the series, including a new music video titled “Under the Spotlight” released on April 26. With distribution handled by YG Plus, the newly released video features Moon Shark characters in an audition setting. “Under the Spotlight” song is also available worldwide on all music streaming platforms, including Apple Music, Amazon Music, Spotify, YouTube Music and more.

The company is also expanding into merchandise, targeting female consumers aged 10-20 with fancy products available through YouTube Shopping and its dedicated online store. Responding to growing global demand for 2D animated music videos, additional animated music videos for online distribution are planned for release throughout the year.

The U.S. launch of Moon Shark follows Pinkfong’s recent announcement of a new strategic business agreement with TBS Television, one of Japan’s five major commercial broadcasters, for joint production and business collaboration. Read more in our previous coverage.

Morphic Launches AI Anime ‘DQN’ & $1 Million AI Filmmaker Fund

Mercedes Milligan

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May 1, 2025

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Morphic Launches AI Anime ‘DQN’ & $1 Million AI Filmmaker Fund

Silicon Valley outfit Morphic, Inc. is producing its first AI-powered episodic anime series, DQN, from Kushagra Kushwaha (JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure, Danmachi), in partnership with Kushwaha’s Tokyo-based studio 4861. Morphic produces AI products and technology as well as films, series and other types of content with the mission of making visual storytelling “accessible, efficient and affordable for everyone.”

DQN is set in a cyberpunk world ruled by decentralized networks and AI intelligence, and tells the story of 12 strangers locked in a race to uncover the secrets of a hidden vault that could rewrite the rules of power. (Watch the trailer below.)

Kushwaha is a rising anime creator originally from India, and now based in Tokyo, who’s worked on a number of globally acclaimed anime series and films such as JoJo’s Stone Ocean (Netflix), Vinland Saga (Netflix), Lycoris Recoil (Amazon, Crunchyroll) and Fairy Tail: 100 Years Quest (Amazon, Apple, Roku, Crunchyroll).

“Kush is an exceptionally gifted filmmaker with an incredibly deep understanding of anime as an art form and I couldn’t be more proud to make DQN our first anime series,” said Morphic founder Jaynti Kanani (former CEO/Founder of blockchain company Polygon). “Morphic is committed to putting state-of-the-art tech in the hands of the world’s most talented filmmakers and we’re excited to launch our first Creator’s Fund to invite even more talented storytellers onto our platform.”

Kushwaha commented, “As an anime artist from India now working in the heart of the anime industry in Tokyo, I’m passionate about using cutting-edge tech to bring this form of storytelling to the widest possible global audience. I’m thrilled to be working with JD and the Morphic team, who are using AI to democratize this genre, accelerate its speed to market and help a new generation of artists fulfill their most ambitious creative ideas.”

Morphic is also committing $1 million to a Creators Fund that will back animators, filmmakers, game developers, designers and other creators bringing original stories to life across full-length features, animated films, games, short films, motion comics, comics and manga. The Morphic Creators Fund will support bold ideas, give space to unheard voices, and fuel the stories that shape culture and move the world.

Morphic says it already has tens of thousands of users and dozens of enterprise companies using its platform, from studios to indie filmmakers, gamers and content creators. The company spans offices in San Jose, New York, Dubai and Bangalore, employing developers and engineers from all over the world.

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Nickelodeon Introduces ‘Wylde Pak’ with New Trailer & Voice Cast Additions

Mercedes Milligan

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May 1, 2025

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Nickelodeon Introduces ‘Wylde Pak’ with New Trailer & Voice Cast Additions

A new living situation spells laughs, adventure and growth in Nickelodeon’s original series Wylde Pak, premiering on Friday, June 6 at 7:30 p.m. (ET/PT) in the U.S. and later this year internationally. Produced by Nickelodeon Animation, the 2D-animated series explores the dynamics of a multigenerational and multicultural blended family as half siblings Lily and Jack learn to navigate new family dynamics under one roof for the first time.

Synopsis: Wylde Pak follows half-siblings Jack and Lily as they are pushed outside their comfort zones and learn to coexist while navigating new family dynamics, friends, and endless hijinks, all while helping run the family’s pet grooming and boarding business. With guidance from their parents and grandmother, the two will learn about each other’s previously separate lives, blended identity, vibrant culture, and the importance of family.

In the half-hour premiere episode, “Best Summer Ever?,” Jack and Lily are half-siblings living on opposite ends of the world — until Jack shows up on Lily’s doorstep for the summer. Their arguing sends the family’s new grooming trailer careening through town and they must save their family’s livelihood and Halmoni, who is stuck inside.

The series is co-created by Paul Watling (The Tiger’s Apprentice) and Kyle Marshall (The Loud House), who both serve as executive producers alongside Seonna Hong (The Wild Robot) and Conrad Vernon (Shrek). Development and production are overseen by Claudia Spinelli, Senior Vice President, TV Series Animation, Nickelodeon, and Daniel Wineman, Vice President of Original Animation Development. The series is distributed by Paramount Global Content Distribution.

Nickelodeon today revealed the trailer, key art and additional voice cast members, including Gillian Jacobs (The Bear) as Alice Kelly, Jack’s biological mom and a world-renowned documentarian taking on adventures abroad, and Jon Glaser (Running Point) as Chuck, the family’s happy-go-lucky and eccentric neighbor who always seems to “know a guy.”

Wylde Pak stars previously announced Nikki Castillo (K.C. Undercover) as the voice of Lily Pak, a competitive and fun-loving 11-year-old, and Benjamin Plessala (SpongeBob: Sponge on the Run) as Jack Wylde, Lily’s 13-year-old adventurous half-brother who just came into town for the summer. Additional voices include Ben Pronsky (The Loud House) as William Wylde, Jack and Lily’s fun-loving dad; Jee Young Han (Unprisoned) as Min-Ju Pak, Lily’s energetic mom and Jack’s stepmom; and Jean Yoon (Kim’s Convenience) as Halmoni, Min’s unpredictable mom, and Lily and Jack’s caring yet stubborn grandma.

For early looks at Wylde Pak, check out the Nicktoons and The Loud House YouTube channels for more shorts and clips. Fans can also check out a full sneak peek of the premiere episode “Best Summer Ever?” beginning today.

Sony Future Filmmaker Awards Reveals 2025 Shortlist

Mercedes Milligan

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April 30, 2025

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Sony Future Filmmaker Awards Reveals 2025 Shortlist

The Sony Future Filmmaker Awards have announced the shortlists for the 2025 edition. Selected for their outstanding originality, the 30 shortlisted filmmakers across four categories — Fiction, Non-Fiction, Animation and Student — are awarded the unique opportunity to attend a four-day immersive program behind-the-scenes at the Sony Pictures Studios in Culver City from June 2-5, 2025, and culminating in the Awards ceremony on June 5, 2025 at Sony Pictures’ historic Scenic Arts Building, hosted by Emmy winner Denny Directo.

Now in their third year, the Awards were established by Creo in partnership with Sony to nurture the filmmaking talent of tomorrow and to provide a portal into the industry for filmmakers from across the globe. Each year the shortlisted filmmakers are flown to Los Angeles for an extensive program of workshops, screenings and events, fostering talent through opportunities to expand filmmakers’ networks and giving them direct experiences right in the heart of Hollywood.

The 2025 shortlist was chosen from over 11,750 films submitted by more than 7,500 filmmakers across 158 countries and territories. The shortlist features entries from Australia, Burundi, Chile, Colombia, Germany, India, Indonesia, Lebanon, Mexico, New Zealand, Nigeria, Portugal, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, the United Kingdom and the United States. The selected works span a diverse array of stories, including a tense drama about an inmate firefighter battling parole denial amidst a historic blaze, a poignant tale of Chilean shellfish divers searching for answers about a missing relative under Pinochet’s regime, an animated fable of a piglet and a wolf forging an unlikely friendship, an elderly fieldworker outshining her AI substitute, and a stirring exploration of Australia’s First Nations using fire to renew the land.

This year’s shortlisted Animation filmmakers and projects are:

Rich Farris (U.K.), From The Top

Robin grapples with letting go of her drum kit and her passion.

Case Jernigan (U.S.A.), Noggin

Through a deeply personal narrative, the filmmaker builds ‘a memory palace of love and ink’ exploring life with multiple sclerosis.

Santiago O’Ryan & José Navarro (Chile), Hermanos Casablanca (Casablanca Brothers)

At the height of the Pinochet dictatorship, two divers agree to help an army official in the hope of receiving information on their missing sister in return.

Fadi Syriani & Jana Wehbe (Lebanon), The Day Vladimir Died

In Beirut, the day-to-day life of an elderly man is punctuated by grief and mourning both for lost friends and for a city undergoing rapid change.

Leo Wright (U.K.), The Big Bad Wolf

Set in an industrial pig society, a wolf and a pig form an unlikely friendship, defying prejudices and the cautionary words of the age-old parable.

The 30 shortlisted filmmakers proceed to the next stage of judging from which the four category winners will be chosen by a panel of industry leaders which includes filmmaker and writer Minhal Baig (We Grown Now, Hala, BoJack Horseman); President of 3000 Pictures Elizabeth Gabler (Where the Crawdads Sing, upcoming Klara and the Sun, Life of Pi); Academy Award-nominated filmmaker Jason Reitman (Saturday Night, Ghostbusters: Afterlife, Juno); and award-winning theater, television and film director and Chair of the Jury Justin Chadwick (Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom, The Other Boleyn Girl, Shardlake). The four category winners who are awarded with cash prizes and Sony Digital Imaging equipment.

The extensive four-day program for the shortlisted 30 filmmakers at the Sony Pictures Studios in Culver City offers an exclusive opportunity to learn from and connect with both their peers and industry leaders. Through sessions led by Sony Pictures executives the filmmakers dive into everything from cinematography masterclasses, to navigating talent deals, demonstrations of cutting-edge tech and learning about the art of soundtracking a story.

Learn more about the Sony Future Filmmaker Awards and see the full list of shortlisted entries at sonyfuturefilmmakerawards.com.

Crunchyroll Brings 2025 Ani-May Festivities Worldwide Across Retail & Streaming

Animation Magazine

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April 30, 2025

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Crunchyroll is kicking off the third annual Ani-May celebration with global retail, digital and streaming activations. New and exclusive products and promotions will be available at Hot Topic and Uniqlo in the United States, Liverpool and Suburbia in Mexico, JB Hi-Fi and EB Games & Zing Pop Culture in Australia and at several retail locations across Europe and the Middle East, including HMV in the U.K. and Virgin Megastore Dubai, among many others. New and exclusive product launches and exciting promotional deals will also be available on the Crunchyroll Store all month.

“Anime isn’t just an entertainment medium; it’s a lifestyle. To celebrate anime’s explosive growth, we’re giving fans a variety of ways to express their anime passion during Ani-May – from all-new products across apparel, collectibles, global activations, game collaborations, and new series streaming for free on Crunchyroll,” said Anna Songco Adamian, Vice President, Global Consumer Products. “Whether it’s through wearing their fandom on their sleeves or streaming their favorite series, Crunchyroll will have fans covered this Ani-May.”

Throughout May, fans can expect a wide array of new, officially licensed merchandise from internationally beloved series. Solo Leveling, which was the top series streaming on Crunchyroll in 2024 will be back, alongside sci-fi monster series Kaiju No. 8; the adorable series featuring kittens living in bananas, Bananya; and supernatural comedy Toilet-bound Hanako-kun. Merchandise will also feature smash-hit shonen series My Hero Academia, video game fantasy Overlord and The Apothecary Diaries, a historical romance mystery set in a fictional country based on the Tang dynasty of Imperial China. These are just a few of the multitude of shows available — fans can expect more across many global retailers.

Ani-May 2025 partnerships and activations in the United States include:

Throughout May, UNIQLO will be distributing Crunchyroll codes to customers, with eligible online UT purchases, that can be redeemed for a 30-day free trial of Crunchyroll. UNIQLO has also partnered with manga artist Remi Yamamoto to create UTme! Collection designs, available exclusively at their N.Y.C. flagship locations: UNIQLO Soho and UNIQLO 5th Avenue. New York City-based fans are invited to stop by UNIQLO’s 5th Avenue flagship location for a special activation on May 18 from 1-5 p.m. with Remi, who will be providing complimentary live manga portraits.
Specialty retailer Hot Topic will celebrate Ani-May across its United States and Canada locations, and online at hottopic.com. Activations and special promotions, including exclusive anime merchandise, will be available all month.
Electronics retailer Best Buy will be joining in on the Ani-May festivities with select products available both online and in-store, with an exclusive SPY x FAMILY pin included with eligible purchases at select stores.
Planet Hollywood, themed restaurant and resort chain, is partnering with Crunchyroll to offer exclusive experiences, cocktails, dishes and merchandise inspired by Ani-May’s select IPs.
In celebration of a new JUJUTSU KAISEN x Funko Pop collection, Funko Pop will be hosting an autograph signing with the English voice cast of JUJUTSU KAISEN on May 3. Special Funko Hollywood Event Bundles will also be available! Event details can be found at @originalfunko and @funko_funime on Instagram.
Back to celebrate Ani-May, Bananya is once again partnering with Fall Guys on a collection of skins, which will be available from May 1 to May 8. Featured characters include Bananya and Droopy Eared Bananya!
Demon Slayer fans can gear up for the first film of the highly-anticipated Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle trilogy coming to theaters this September with a special Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- The Movie: Mugen Train re-release in theaters this May.

The Crunchyroll Store will also dive into the Ani-May fun with new and exclusive product launches, unbeatable deals, and an exciting gift-with-purchase offer: a new Crunchyroll-exclusive Ani-May pin. Each week in the month of May will highlight a different genre of product – fans can look forward to deals on popular products for collectors, action/adventure titles, shonen shows and fantasy fan-faves. Additionally, those tuning into the 2025 Crunchyroll Anime Awards celebration on May 25t might also want to take a peek at the Crunchyroll Store the next day to celebrate this year’s nominees for Anime of the Year.

In the world of home entertainment, Crunchyroll will be releasing Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End Season 1 Part 2 in a Limited Edition Blu-ray box set with preorders beginning on May 15. Crunchyroll will also be rereleasing Perfect Blue and Paprika director Satoshi Kon’s psychological thriller series Paranoia Agent and the dark action fantasy GOBLIN SLAYER Season 1, both on Blu-ray in SteelBook cases, available exclusively for purchase in the Crunchyroll Store on April 30. And to help organize these new SteelBooks at home, the Crunchyroll Store has exclusively debuted the SteelNook, an open display case made from premium SteelBook metal designed to fit four standard SteelBooks from anime series to movies. The SteelNook will be available for purchase on the Crunchyroll Store starting tomorrow.

Crunchyroll Game Vault, a library of premium games available to Mega and Ultimate Fan members globally, also joins the Ani-May celebration with the launch of Valkyrie Profile: Lenneth, available on April 30 today. The tactical role-playing game is just one of several titles dropping each week throughout May — from acclaimed visual novels like Grisaia Phantom Trigger to cult horror classics such as Corpse Party — all tailored for anime fans.

Beginning on May 1 and continuing through the end of the month, 20 hit series will be available to stream on Crunchyroll for free with ads. These series include Cowboy Bebop, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba, Haikyu!!, Jujutsu Kaisen, Shangri-La Frontier, the first seasons of Solo Leveling and The Apothecary Diaries, and many more. (Movies and OVAs are excluded from the promotion and regional restrictions may apply.)

Mokster Films Shops Taiwanese Roto-Animated Movie ‘Welcome to Dolly’s House’ at Cannes

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April 30, 2025

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Mokster Films Shops Taiwanese Roto-Animated Movie ‘Welcome to Dolly’s House’ at Cannes

Singapore-based Mokster Films has picked up worldwide distribution rights to Welcome to Dolly’s House, the first major rotoscoped 2D animated feature production in Taiwan. Presenting a modern twist on a classic Song Dynasty story from the Taiping Guangji, the film from multimedia promotion and IP development shop Deep Sky Object Co. Ltd. will launch sales at the Cannes Film Market.

According to Taiwan Creative Content Agency (TAICCA), Welcome to Dolly’s House is:

[The] first uncanny and trendy Taiwanese animation, combining elements of invocation, friendship and dolls, with brain-twisting and fast-paced storytelling, as well as profound character-building, bringing to the audience a brand new oriental fantasy feature film.

Inspired by a novel written one thousand years ago, the story is about an awakening doll seeking for her beautiful nature. A young YouTuber, Princess Maria, is determined to reveal the enigmatic secrets of Madame Dolly, a sorceress who can turn lifeless dolls into human beings. But as Princess Maria delves deeper, suppressed and painful memories resurface within her…

Welcome to Dolly’s House is directed by Rady Fu and Liu Yu-shu (a.k.a. Tree Muta), created/executive produced by Deep Sky Object’s Seven Ych and produced by Dennis Wu. The rotoscoped performance and voice cast features Ai-ning “Pipi” Yao (Because of You), Teresa Daley (Days We Stared at the Sun) and Yi-tai Chiu (We Are Champions).

Director Yu-shu previously helmed the animated features Shiro — Hero of Heroes and The Mice War. Fu wrote and directed the live-action drama See You Again.

The film is slated for release in 2026 after four years of production.

[Source: ScreenDaily]

‘Dreamers – The Hunt for Shadowclaw’ Adds Epsilon Film as Co-Pro & Sales Partner

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April 30, 2025

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‘Dreamers – The Hunt for Shadowclaw’ Adds Epsilon Film as Co-Pro & Sales Partner

Heading into the Cannes Film Market, Epsilon Film has signed on with the family 3D CG-animated features Dreamers – The Hunt for Shadowclaw as co-producer and worldwide sales agent. Global pre-sales for the pic, which centers on an unlikely trio of animals with disabilities, will launch at Cannes this month with a first-look scene available for buyers.

Production is set to being soon, with a target release date timed to the 2028 Paralympic Games in Los Angeles.

Dreamers stars Lenny, a young German shepherd who joined a circus after he failed the police canine test — not because of his mobility wheels, but because of his stubborn attitude; Fred, an Indian Runner duck with autism who creates musical beats with his beak; and Bearnice, a brown bear with Down syndrome who loves dancing for the crowds at her circus. Together, they must turn their differences into strengths and overcome their fears to rescue Shadowclaw, the mysterious circus panther, from the middle of New York City.

The project is created by Andreas Schneider of Parapictures Film Production, who also produces alongside German animation veteran Ulrich Schwarz (Dragon Rider, Nessie Junior), Thomas Baumgarten (Klaus) and Falcon Features. Dreamers is being animated by Kickstart Entertainment in Vancouver, Canada (Barbie Mysteries, Deepa & Anoop).

The creative team includes character designer Heiko Hentschel (The Amazing Maurice, Luis and the Aliens). The scrip was written by Rob Moreland (Gnome Alone, Happily N’Ever After) and award-winning children’s book author Alison James.

Dreamers – The Hunt for Shadowclaw received development funding from MOIN and FFA in Germany and Creative BC in Canada.

[Source: Variety]

Disney Debuts ‘A Goofy Movie’ VR Experience for 30th Anniversary

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April 30, 2025

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Disney Debuts ‘A Goofy Movie’ VR Experience for 30th Anniversary

On April 30, as part of the 30th anniversary celebration of A Goofy Movie, Disney will release an all-new virtual reality version of the film’s iconic concert scene, featuring the hit song “I2I” from the fictional pop superstar, Powerline.

Utilizing innovative digital technology combined with the timeless artistry of classic animation, the VR concert will give fans the chance to fully experience the electrifying thrill of a Powerline performance like never before, as if they were on stage in front of the sold-out audience.

Exclusive features of the video include:

Immersive VR Experience: Explore the Powerline “I2I” performance in its entirety from a never-before-seen panoramic perspective.
Iconic Characters & Moments: Featuring some fan-favorites, including Goofy, Max Goof, Powerline, Bigfoot and more.
Technical Innovation: Reimagining classic animation for immersive VR, creating a “theatre in the round” experience.
Easter Eggs: Discover hidden details and surprises with every viewing.
360 Audio: A dynamic soundscape that reacts to the viewer’s head movements, enhancing the immersive feel.

How to Watch:

Access the video here.
If you are watching the film through a virtual reality headset, move your head in different directions to watch the scene unfold around you.
If you are watching on a mobile device, move the phone in different directions to see the full 360-degree coverage.
If you are watching the film on a desktop computer, use your mouse to click and drag the screen to move the scene in different directions. Or, use the control panel in the top left corner of the video.

‘Super Team Canada’ Adult Animated Comedy Coming to Crave

Mercedes Milligan

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April 30, 2025

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‘Super Team Canada’ Adult Animated Comedy Coming to Crave

It’s time to save the world … Canadian style! Fans can follow the wild adventures of Super Team Canada next month with the new Saturday morning-flavored adult animated super hero comedy premieres on the Crave platform on Friday, May 16.

Super Team Canada is Crave’s first-ever original animated series and is created by Emmy-winning brothers Robert Cohen (The Simpsons, The Big Bang Theory, Somebody Somewhere) and Joel H. Cohen (The Simpsons). The 10 x 30′ show is produced by Thunderbird Entertainment’s Atomic Cartoons and Will Arnett’s Electric Avenue, in association with Crave.

Synopsis: Super Team Canada focuses on the exploits of six, little-known Canadian superheroes trying to save the world from evil giant robots, an unemployed octopus, and needy hardware store clerks. The stakes are high for these stereotypically underdog Canadian super-unknowns, who are called in as Earth’s last resort when all the other superheroes have been destroyed.

The series features an all-star, all-Canadian cast that includes Will Arnett (BoJack Horseman, Arrested Development), Cobie Smulders (How I Met Your Mother, MCU’s Maria Hill), Kevin McDonald (Invader ZIM: Enter the Florpus, Kids in the Hall), Charles Demers (The Last Kids on Earth, Beat Bugs), Brian Drummond (Ninjago, Sonic Prime), Ceara Morgana (Starship Troopers: Extermination), Veena Sood (Deepa & Anoop, Corner Gas Animated), and guest star Jay Baruchel (How to Train Your Dragon, This Is the End). The show’s theme song was written by Canadian music legend Bryan Adams.

Super Team Canada premieres May 16 with two episodes, kicking off a 10-part episodic story about drowning the pancakes of evil in the maple syrup of justice!

Read more about the show’s creation in Animation Magazine‘s interview with the Cohen Brothers here.

DreamWorks’ ‘Dog Man’ Chases the Case to Peacock Streaming May 30

Mercedes Milligan

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April 30, 2025

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DreamWorks’ ‘Dog Man’ Chases the Case to Peacock Streaming May 30

Following a successful box office debut, Dog Man will stream exclusively on Peacock on May 30, along with additional bonus content and select extended/deleted scenes. Adapted from the #1 global bestselling book series by acclaimed author and illustrator Dav Pilkey, DreamWorks Animation’s comedy adventure features a cast of characters voiced by Pete Davidson, Lil Rel Howery, Isla Fisher, Lucas Hopkins Calderon and more.

Synopsis: When a faithful police dog and his human police officer owner are injured on the job, a harebrained surgery fuses the two of them together and Dog Man is born! As he embraces his new identity and strives to impress his Chief (Lil Rel Howery, Get Out), Dog Man must stop the villainous Petey the Cat (Pete Davidson, Saturday Night Live) from cloning himself and creating an evil kitten, doubling his evil abilities. The story takes a turn when the kitten forges an unexpected bond with Dog Man and in the process, they discover the power of family to bring even the most hostile foes together.

Peter Hastings wrote and directed the pic, which was produced by Karen Foster, p.g.a. and executive produced by Dav Pilkey. Read more about the making of this fun and stylish family romp in Animation Magazine’s feature story here.

Along with Dog Man, Peacock is the streaming home of additional DreamWorks Animation films for the whole family, including: The Bad Guys, all three How to Train Your Dragon films, Shrek, Shrek 2, Shrek The Third, Trolls and Trolls Band Together.

Peacock subscribers get access to award-winning films and blockbuster favorites from Universal Pictures, Blumhouse, Focus Features, Illumination and DreamWorks Animation, often accompanied with bonus features, extended cuts and unrated versions. In 2025, Peacock is the exclusive home for the subscription debuts of Universal films including The Wild Robot, How to Train Your Dragon (live-action reimagining), The Bad Guys 2 and more.

Add Dog Man to your Peacock watch list at peacocktv.com/stream-movies/dog-man.

Netflix Gets Wild with ‘Mating Season’ from the Creators of ‘Big Mouth’

Mercedes Milligan

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April 30, 2025

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Netflix Gets Wild with ‘Mating Season’ from the Creators of ‘Big Mouth’

The adult animation lineup on Netflix is about to get furry and freaky with the new series Mating Season, from the raunchy minds at Brutus Pink behind Emmy-nominated series Big Mouth. Set to launch in 2026, the 2D-animated show is set in the animal world, starring a cast of bears, raccoons, deer, foxes and a host of other horny, lovable forest critters, as they navigate love, sexual relationships and the universal need to hook up and find a partner.

Mating Season was announced today ahead of the finale Season 8 return of Big Mouth on May 23.

The new series is created and executive produced by Mark Levin, Jennifer Flackett, Andrew Goldberg and Nick Kroll, with Chris Prynoski, Shannon Prynoski, Antonio Canobbio and Ben Kalina serving as executive producers for Titmouse.

“Big Mouth broke new ground in the world of adult animation with heart, humor and total chaos — they took the awkwardness of adolescence and turned it into something universal and deeply human,” said John Derderian, VP Animation Series, Netflix. “Working with Nick Kroll and the brilliant minds at Brutus Pink over the course of eight seasons has been legendary. Now, with Mating Season, they’ll bring that same bold and hilarious creativity into the animal kingdom. We’re beyond excited to unleash this next chapter together.”

The Brutus Pink team commented, “After eight incredible seasons telling stories about growing up, we’re excited to tell stories about actual grown-ups. Who happen to be animals. Who are also cartoons.”

Before Big Mouth’s final bow on May 23, Nick Kroll and the whole gang are taking the show on the road across America to show off fresh episodes, drop exclusive merch and make stops in places with thematically appropriate monikers — like Cooter, Missouri and Utah’s The Phallus. Fans eager for a glimpse of the final episodes can get tickets to the screenings here.

“There is no better way to celebrate a global phenomenon like Big Mouth than driving a yellow van from Dallas to Tampa to Chicago and all points West,” added the Brutus Pink gang. “Honestly though, it is exciting to give audiences around the country the chance to get a special first peek at the final season of Big Mouth before it’s unleashed on the rest of the globe.”

Since its debut on Netflix in 2017, Big Mouth has rolled out seven seasons, 71 episodes and nearly 2,000 minutes of runtime, racking up over 375 million views. The series earned Netflix its first Emmy nomination for Outstanding Animated Program, and also saw Maya Rudolph snag four Emmy wins for Outstanding Character Voice-Over Performance for her portrayal of Connie the Hormone Monstress.

Over its eight seasons, 222 guest stars have lent their voices to the show, including Cynthia Erivo, Megan thee Stallion, Hugh Jackman, Jon Hamm, Kristen Wiig, Zach Galifianakis, Seth Rogen, Martin Short, Kristen Bell, Wanda Sykes, Tyler the Creator, Jeff Goldblum, Ira Glass, Steve Buscemi, Billy Porter, Padma Lakshmi, Maitreyi Ramakrishnan and Jean Smart.

While humorous and irreverent, Big Mouth hasn’t shied away from daunting topics like identity, consent and mental health — often tackled through music. The show has released 74 original songs over the last eight years, such as “Totally Gay,” “Life Is a F***ed Up Mess,” “Code Switching,” “Anything Goes in Florida,” “I Love My Body,” “Best Friends Make the Best Lovers” and “Esperando Pelitos.”

Fans can follow along with Big Mouth‘s farewell tour through Tudum.

Hasbro Delivers Trailer for ‘Peppa Meets the Baby’ Cinema Event

Mercedes Milligan

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April 29, 2025

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Hasbro Delivers Trailer for ‘Peppa Meets the Baby’ Cinema Event

Games, IP and toy company Hasbro today revealed the official trailer for Peppa Pig’s Peppa Meets the Baby Cinema Experience, which will arrive in more than 2,600 cinemas across 14 countries beginning May 30. In partnership with Trafalgar Releasing, tickets are on sale now at peppapigcinemaexperience.com.

Synopsis: Pig changes are coming! Join Peppa Pig and her family at the cinema as they get ready for their biggest adventure yet: welcoming a new baby! There’s no better time to embark on a full house renovation, shop for a new car and make special memories together. Celebrate the beginning of an exciting new era of Peppa Pig at this special, big screen experience with an hour of laughter, tears and loads of heartwarming moments. With 10 oinktastic new episodes, six brand new songs and music videos, little ones can dance and sing along with Peppa and her family and friends.

The Peppa Meets the Baby Cinema Experience will screen in English in select cinemas across the United Kingdom, United States, Canada and Australia.

‘Avatar: The Last Airbender In Concert – The 20th Anniversary Tour’ Set for Fall

Mercedes Milligan

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April 29, 2025

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Nickelodeon, GEA Live and Senbla today announced Avatar: The Last Airbender In Concert – The 20th Anniversary Tour will kick off on Sunday, September 14 in Iowa City and tour more than 80 cities worldwide this fall, including Los Angeles, Chicago, San Francisco, Boston, London, Berlin, Vienna, Stockholm and many more to be announced. Audiences will be immersed in a two-hour performance with a live orchestra that brings the show’s iconic musical score to life in perfect harmony paired with visual highlights and favorite moments from all three seasons of the series.

Tickets go on sale Friday, May 2 at www.avatarinconcert.com.

The news comes as Nickelodeon celebrates the milestone 20th anniversary of Avatar: The Last Airbender with all-new original digital content across the Paramount ecosystem, one-of-a-kind experiences, and brand new consumer products and games.

“Avatar: The Last Airbender In Concert marks the 20th anniversary of this franchise in a way that joyfully celebrates the connection fans have with the original series,” says Pam Kaufman, President and CEO of International Markets, Global Consumer Products & Experiences, Paramount. “We are thrilled to be able to bring this experience to new cities worldwide, with some fun surprises in store for concert attendees.”

Since its debut on February 21, 2005, Avatar: The Last Airbender has become a fixture with fans around the world, spawning a universe of popular characters, a spinoff series with The Legend of Korra, recently announced new series Avatar: Seven Havens, several bestselling book series, an upcoming theatrical film, and a live orchestra tour, Avatar: The Last Airbender In Concert.

“We’re proud to be part of the global celebration of Avatar: The Last Airbender’s 20th anniversary,” says Floris Douwes, Producer and Managing Director at GEA Live and Ollie Rosenblatt, CEO at Senbla. “Since the concert launched in 2024, the tour has played over 200 shows, and sold 400.000 tickets worldwide, which is a rare milestone that reflects just how deeply this series continues to resonate with fans of all ages.”

Photo by Zdenko Hanout

Avatar: The Last Airbender In Concert – The 20th Anniversary Tour presents a stunning live orchestral performance of the series’ beloved soundtrack, now elevated with a once-in-a-lifetime cinematic experience. This special anniversary edition features a two-hour visual journey through all three seasons of the iconic animated series, projected on a full-size cinema screen with new elements and artistic surprises crafted for this special anniversary edition that offers fresh perspectives on the show’s legacy.

Preserving the original dialog and sound effects, the concert replaces the recorded score with a powerful live orchestra, performing the legendary music of Emmy Award-winning composer Jeremy Zuckerman, the creative mastermind behind the show’s original music, in perfect sync with the action on screen.

“When I started work on Avatar: The Last Airbender, it was a dream to have the music performed by an orchestra,” said Zuckerman. “Now, over 20 years later, with the concert tour, that dream has come true in a way I never could have imagined. It’s profound for me to see the Avatar community of fans — so wonderfully diverse — come together to celebrate the show through its music. The atmosphere of joy at the concerts is unlike anything I’ve ever experienced. I’m elated that more people will continue to share in it.”

From taiko and erhu to soaring strings and delicate woodwinds, the music comes alive alongside the adventures of Aang, Katara, Toph, Sokka, Zuko and more, all brought together by Zuckerman’s expanded arrangements and creative collaboration with original series editor Jeff Adams. With a few inspired additions and celebratory touches designed to mark the occasion just for this milestone tour, longtime fans and newcomers alike will experience Avatar: The Last Airbender like never before.

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Photo by Zdenko Hanout

Mediawan & Sola Bring Magical Animated Adventure ‘Twisted’ to Cannes Market

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April 29, 2025

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Mediawan & Sola Bring Magical Animated Adventure ‘Twisted’ to Cannes Market

Multi-award-winning Frozen head of animation Lino DiSalvo returns to the director’s chair with Twisted, an original animated feature produced by leading European animation studio Mediawan Kids & Family (Miraculous – The Movie, The Little Prince, A Magnificent Life) and repped internationally by Sola Media (sola-media.com).

The CG-animated feature, which kicked off production earlier this month, will debut first-look footage at the Cannes Film Market (May 13–25). Twisted is slated for Q1 2027 delivery, with Le Pacte handling French distribution; France 3 Cinéma and Paramount+ France have also boarded the project.

“In a challenging time for animation, we’re proud to make Twisted in France, a country that continues to inspire with its world-renowned community of talented artists and the support of daring partners committed to help bring compelling, original stories like Twisted to life,” said the film’s producer, Emmanuel Jacomet of Mediawan Kids & Family.

Solveig Langeland, Managing Director at Sola Media, added, “Buyers at Cannes can expect a visually rich, emotionally resonant journey with universal appeal. Twisted hits that perfect sweet spot between humor, heart and high-concept family storytelling.”

Set in a picturesque Italian alpine village, Twisted follows Angelina, a teen who accidentally derails her town’s beloved festival and unleashes a swarm of mischievous magical creatures — each born from a lie she tells to cover her tracks. To restore order, she must journey across Italy with the Badalisc, a reluctant truth-telling folklore creature, in a heart-filled comedy-adventure about identity, community and self-acceptance.

“This story has lived in my heart for years — a wild, emotional, personal story inspired by an Italian festival that celebrates a truth-telling monster and the beautiful chaos of family and heritage,” says DiSalvo (Frozen, Tangled). “We can always debate if we should lie or tell the truth to someone and Angelina goes on this journey of realizing you shouldn’t lie to yourself. We’re officially in production with an insanely talented, passionate team. I couldn’t be more excited — and proud — to finally bring this to life.”

Studio Ghibli’s War Drama ‘Grave of the Fireflies’ Sets Blu-ray & LE SteelBook Release for July

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April 29, 2025

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Studio Ghibli’s War Drama ‘Grave of the Fireflies’ Sets Blu-ray & LE SteelBook Release for July

Studio Ghibli’s Grave of the Fireflies, the acclaimed animated historical drama directed by Isao Takahata (Pom Poko, The Tale of the Princess Kaguya) will be released on high-definition Blu-ray on July 8 from GKIDS, with distribution by Shout! Studios. The standard edition and the Grave of the Fireflies Limited Edition SteelBook will each include a Blu-ray + DVD, and special features will include storyboards, image galleries, an interview with Takahata, an interview with film critic Roger Ebert, and more.

Pre-orders for the Limited Edition set are open now through ShoutFactory.com and Store.GKIDS.com. The standard edition is available to pre-order through the Shout store, GKIDS store and major retailers.

Synopsis: When an American air raid kills their mother in the final days of World War II, 14-year-old Seita and his four-year-old sister Setsuko are left to fend for themselves in the devastated Japanese countryside. After falling out with their only living relative, Seita does his best to provide for himself and his sister by stealing food and making a home in an abandoned bomb shelter. But with food running short, the siblings can only cling to fleeting moments of happiness in their harsh reality.

Based on the personal accounts of survivor Nosaka Akiyuki, Grave of the Fireflies is hailed as one of the most stunning contributions to animation and cinematic history. Deftly depicting the beauty of the human spirit as well as its devastating cruelty, Grave of the Fireflies is a singular work of art from Academy Award-nominated director and Studio Ghibli co-founder Isao Takahata.

Grave of the Fireflies [Studio Ghibli / GKIDS]

Special Features

Feature Length Storyboards
Deleted Scene Storyboards
Interview with Director Isao Takahata
Interview with Roger Ebert
Promotional Video
Image Galleries
Teasers & Trailers

Fans can also catch Grave of the Fireflies on the big screen this year as part of the 2025 Studio Ghibli Fest, presented by GKIDS and Fathom Entertainment. The film will screen August 10-12 amid an exclusive year-long celebration which will also introduce Hayao Miyazaki’s latest Oscar winner, The Boy and the Heron, to the Fest lineup. More information here.

‘Star Wars: Tales of the Underworld’ Animated Anthology Sets Exclusive Fortnite Premiere

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April 29, 2025

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‘Star Wars: Tales of the Underworld’ Animated Anthology Sets Exclusive Fortnite Premiere

Epic and Disney are embarking on their most expansive Star Wars collaboration in Fortnite to date with the first entirely Star Wars-themed Battle Royale Season and the in-game premiere of Star Wars: Tales of the Underworld on May 2, two days ahead of its Disney+ launch. This marks the first debut of a Disney+ series in a game.

“For the first time, Disney+ is premiering a show inside a game, launching alongside our largest Star Wars collaboration with Fortnite to date — giving fans and players an exciting first look at the kinds of experiences they can expect as we shape a new future together,” said Sean Shoptaw, Executive Vice President, Disney Games & Digital Entertainment. “We’re building the next era of digital entertainment, where fans can play, watch, create and connect — and we’re just beginning to tap into what’s possible.”

Star Wars Tales of the Underworld Fortnite — Star Wars Watch Party Island

Recently announced at Star Wars Celebration, Fortnite: GALACTIC BATTLE begins May 2 and introduces new Star Wars content and gameplay to Battle Royale each week. Fans can play as Darth Jar Jar or Emperor Palpatine, while piloting ships like X-wings and TIE Fighters. The season will culminate in an epic in-game live event, Death Star Sabotage.

The Star Wars Watch Party island will also go live on May 2, and beginning at 10 a.m. ET, players will have a chance to view the first two episodes of Lucasfilm Animation’s Star Wars: Tales of the Underworld — an all-new anthology series of animated shorts from creator Dave Filoni focusing on the criminal underbelly of the Star Wars galaxy through the experiences of two iconic villains: Asajj Ventress and Cad Bane.

Beyond the Star Wars Watch Party theater, players have the opportunity to fight off incoming waves of Stormtroopers using blasters and lightsabers. The standalone Star Wars Watch Party island was built in Unreal Editor for Fortnite (UEFN) and uses official Star Wars assets to create a breathtaking environment inspired by a galaxy far, far away.

To further bridge the worlds of Fortnite and Disney, starting today players and fans can link their Epic Games and MyDisney accounts. Eligible players who choose to link their Epic and MyDisney accounts will unlock a First Order Stormtrooper Outfit to further celebrate the upcoming Star Wars season of Battle Royale — with more benefits to come. This is a first step to enable Fortnite players and Disney fans to seamlessly move between Epic and Disney’s ecosystems, bringing more value to streaming subscribers as we work to build an all new Disney games and entertainment universe connected to Fortnite.

“Disney and Epic are pioneering the future of social entertainment together, and this expansive Star Wars collaboration offers a glimpse into the type of interactive experiences we envision,” said Adam Sussman, President, Epic Games. “We are reimagining what’s possible with immersive storytelling in Fortnite with one of the world’s most beloved franchises — stay tuned for a lot more to come.”

You can read more about how to join the Star Wars Watch Party island and Epic and MyDisney account linking on the Fortnite Blog here.

Read more about Star Wars: Tales of the Underworld in our previous coverage here and add to your Disney+ watch list ahead of its May 4 premiere.

Daisy May Cooper & Ruby Barker Join ‘Asterix & Obelix: The Big Fight’ English Cast

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April 29, 2025

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Daisy May Cooper & Ruby Barker Join ‘Asterix & Obelix: The Big Fight’ English Cast

BAFTA TV award-winning actress and writer Daisy May Cooper (Am I Being Unreasonable?, This Country) and Ruby Barker (Bridgerton, Bag Head) have joined the English-language voice cast of the highly anticipated animated series Asterix & Obelix: The Big Fight, created by Alain Chabat, which debuts on Netflix on Wednesday, April 30.

Barker voices a young Roman girl named Metadata, while Cooper plays the scrappy Gaul gal Impedimenta.

The cast also features Haydn Oakley (Asterix) and Ben Crowe (Obelix), as well as Jeanne Balibar (Apothika), Mark Meadows Williams (Julius Caesar), Matt Wilkinson (Fastanfurius), Jon Glover (Getafix), Keith Wickham (Potus), Claire Morgan (Nimbus), Nick Mercer (Mommy Caesar), John Wark (Vitalstatistix), David Monteath (Blackangus), Gina Murray (Bacteria) and Rob Rackstraw (Unhygienix).

Directors Alain Chabat (Asterix & Obelix: Mission Cleopatra) and Fabrice Joubert (Oscar-nominated short French Roast) bring comics creators René Goscinny and Albert Uderzo’s beloved vision of ancient Gaul back to the screen in this new animated comedy-adventure series.

Asterix and Obelix:The Big Fight — Impedimenta

Synopsis: Rome is desperate to conquer the last independent village in Gaul and the home of Asterix and Obelix. The secret to the Gauls’ battle superiority is a magic potion, but when the potion master loses his memory, the villagers are left to their own devices against the might of Rome.

The series is adapted from the original works of Goscinny and Uderzo (rights acquired from Les Éditions Albert René) by habat, Benoît Oullion and Pierre-Alain Bloch (a.k.a. Piano). Alain Goldman is producer. The animation is by prolific French studio TAT Productions.

Read more about Asterix & Obelix: The Big Fight in Animation Magazine‘s feature story here.

‘Lost in Starlight’ Teaser Unveils Netflix’s First Korean Animated Original Film

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April 29, 2025

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‘Lost in Starlight’ Teaser Unveils Netflix’s First Korean Animated Original Film

Netflix’s first-ever Korean original animated film, Lost in Starlight, premieres May 30. Set in 2050, the story follows an astronaut dreaming of Mars and a musician with a broken dream who find each other among the stars, guided by their hopes and love for one another.

A teaser and poster for the project, which is brought to screens by director Han Ji-won, voice stars Kim Tae-ri (Nan-young) and Hong Kyung (Jay) and the team at Climax Studio, were released today.

The early poster depicts pink sunset hues enveloping Nan-young and Jay as they gaze affectionately at each other. Set against a starry sky, the near-future version of Seoul in 2050 is strange yet familiar. Retro objects like a record player and vinyl albums add a cozy, nostalgic touch to the film’s unique retro-cyberpunk universe.

The teaser trailer opens with the fateful first meeting of Nan-young and Jay, accompanied by the film’s evocative soundtrack. When Nan-young visits an audio equipment repair shop to fix an old record player her mom left behind, she runs into Jay, and a romance slowly blossoms.

Amid the footage, we get a seal of approval from Oscar-winning director Bong Joon-ho (Mickey 17, Parasite, Okja): “This visual masterpiece takes you around the universe.”

The preview continues with scenes of Nan-young and Jay enjoying adorable dates in different parts of 2050 Seoul — Sewoon Plaza, the submersible bridge and more — are depicted through director Han Ji-won’s drawings. But as Nan-young leaves for Mars, she inevitably has to leave Jay behind. How will the two navigate their journey toward their dreams and love?

You can read our interview with the film’s talented director in the next issue of Animation Magazine (Issue No. 350, May/June 2025).

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Exclusive: Roll with New Clip from Second Season of DreamWorks’ ‘Mighty Monsterwheelies’ Series

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April 29, 2025

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Exclusive: Roll with New Clip from Second Season of DreamWorks’ ‘Mighty Monsterwheelies’ Series

Netflix will unveil the second season of DreamWorks TV’s CG-animated preschool series Mighty Monsterwheelies on May 5. This homage to the Universal Monster vault will offer more action-packed hijinks and rescue missions in their home of Motorvania. The voice cast includes Tru Valentino, Grace Lu, Sandra Saad, Cal Brady, Matt Lowe, Chester Rushing, Weird Al Yankovic, Sean Astin and Ashley Park.

In the exclusive clip, the Monsterwheelies discover that mad scientist Dr. Jalopy invented a shrink ray that actually works … because they were accidentally shrunk! Bolts, Sonnie and Sweeps must trek all the way across the junk yard in order to become big again. But the journey is a bit of an obstacle course when they’re mini.

In the second season of the show, the Mighty Monsterwheelies take to the street, sea and sky, embarking on thrilling adventures to protect the citizens of their beloved Motorvania. The team faces an avalanche while rescuing skiers in the Carpathian Mountains, tries to predict unpredictable weather with Wendy the Weather Van, and even has to rescue themselves from Dr. Jalopy’s shrink ray! These heroes never leave a problem unsolved as they go headlight to headlight with trouble and save the day.

The second season of Mighty Monsterwheelies will begin streaming on Netflix on May 5.

“We have a bunch of fun, new characters this season including a few vehicles we haven’t seen in the show before such as an airplane, a traditional monster truck and even Motorvania’s version of Big Foot,” the show’s talented executive producer Stephanie Simpson tells Animation Magazine. “We’ve also got some wacky inventions that wreak havoc and put the Monsterwheelies in some interesting situations!”

She adds, “We really enjoy taking inspiration from some of our favorite movies and putting a little Mighty Monsterwheelies twist on them. In this new season, we drew inspiration not just from classic monster movies, but also from movies like Twister or Honey I Shrunk the Kids, even Top Gun. Every episode allows us to play with the elements of action, comedy and monsteriness in a new way. We also love that we get to take these iconic monsters and make them the heroes of the story. Monsterwheelies always find a way to adapt whatever makes them different or unique into a possible solution to a problem. No one is ever told they have to change something about themselves or shy away from what makes them different; it’s always ‘you can do this because you are different’”

Sony to Release Mamoru Hosoda’s New Princess Movie ‘Scarlet’ in U.S. Theaters on Dec. 12

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April 28, 2025

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Sony to Release Mamoru Hosoda’s New Princess Movie ‘Scarlet’ in U.S. Theaters on Dec. 12

Sony announced today it will release Mamoru Hosoda’s much-anticipated new movie, Scarlet, in U.S. theaters on Dec. 12 this year. The studio also revealed the striking new poster for the movie, which centers on a brave princess who transcends space and time. Sony Pictures is also co-financing the new film with Studio Chizu and Nippon TV. The film’s producers are Yuichiro Saito and Nozomu Takahashi for Studio Chizu and Toshimi Tanio for Nippon TV.

Hosoda was nominated for an Academy Award for his 2018 feature Mirai. Among his other acclaimed features are The Girl Who Leapt Through Time (2006), Summer Wars (2009), Wolf Children (2012) and The Boy and the Beast (2015). He also directed Digimon the Movie (2000) and One Piece: Baron Omatsuri and the Secret Island (2005). The Girl Who Leapt Through Time won the Japan Academy’s first prize for Best Animation. Summer Wars was the recipient of an Annie Award nomination for Best Director.

The Holiday 2025 calendar is shaping up to be a busy time for some eagerly anticipated animated and live-action titles: Predator: Badlands (Nov. 7) Wicked: For Good (Nov. 21), David (Nov. 21), Zootopia 2 (Nov. 26.), James Cameron’s Avatar: Fire and Ash (Dec. 19), The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants (Dec. 19), A Hundred-Acre Christmas (December 25) and Captain America: Brave New World (Dec.) are among the features to be playing in theaters during that period.

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