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‘Iyanu: The War of Twin Princes’ Sets July 11 Premiere

By Dan Sarto | Monday, March 30, 2026 at 7:53am

Lion Forge Entertainment announced the debut of its second ‘Iyanu’ prequel film, airing on Cartoon Network and streaming the following day on HBO Max; film expands the franchise’s Yorubaland mythology ahead of the series’ Season 2.

Chasing Memories We Can Barely Recall ANIMATIONWorld

‘Telsche’: Exploring Memory and Loss Through Minimalist Art

Set on a stark salt-flat landscape and rendered in just three colors, Sophie Colfer and Ala Nunu’s 2D short follows a young girl’s search for a mother she can no longer fully remember, using stripped-down visuals without dialogue to explore how memory fades and returns.

The Wonderful Child in All of Us ANIMATIONWorld

Sylvain Chomet’s ‘A Magnificent Life’: Animation More Real Than Reality

The acclaimed, Oscar-nominated French director talks about his new film, his love of animation, and how if the acting, art, and editing are all good, your characters can feel more real than in live-action; in theaters March 27.

We Want More SMALLS Headline News

Adult Swim SMALLS ‘3,2,1… Chachipistachi’ Short Debuts Today on YouTube

By Dan Sarto | Friday, March 27, 2026 at 12:06pm

From indie Spanish animator Rafillo comes a film that teaches you everything you ever wanted to know from Professor Chachipistachi who, along with the little siblings Timmy and Mariloli Manilli, will experience a thousand adventures.

It’s Anime-zing! Headline News

Crunchyroll Sets Same-Day English Dub Launch for 'Witch Hat Atelier' Anime

By Dan Sarto | Friday, March 27, 2026 at 11:39am

The adaptation of Kamome Shirahama’s manga will premiere April 6 with simultaneous English and Japanese releases of Episodes 1 and 2, alongside multiple dubbed language options.

Business Headline News

August Media Boards Roye Okupe’s 'Malika: Warrior Queen' as Co-Producer

By Dan Sarto | Friday, March 27, 2026 at 10:58am

Singapore-based company joins the animated feature, financing up to one-third of the project and overseeing animation production across Asia.

Profiles in African Animation Headline News

‘SPARK’ Issue 2 Now Available for Free Download

By Dan Sarto | Friday, March 27, 2026 at 10:02am

The latest edition of the monthly editorial platform dedicated to African animation features a spotlight on women shaping the industry across the continent, a conversation with Smids Animation’s Damilola Solesi, and a look at Louisette Ratsivahiny’s production journey that included directing and producing the first animated series made entirely in Madagascar.

Crime Amidst the Simmering Moorland Fires… After the Flood Headline News

Vine FX Delivers Smoldering VFX on 'After the Flood' Season 2

By Dan Sarto | Thursday, March 26, 2026 at 4:05pm

The Cambridge-based studio returns as sole vendor on the ITV crime drama, delivering 336 shots and 94 sequences combining fire simulation, Gaussian splatting, and invisible effects to support the series’ expanded environmental scope.

Business Headline News

Baobab Studios Acquires Roblox Title Rights for Film and TV Development

By Dan Sarto | Thursday, March 26, 2026 at 11:44am

Company is developing animated projects based on 3 of the gaming giant’s most widely played titles - 'Natural Disaster Survival,' 'Barry's Prison Run,' and 'Deepwoken'working with original creators to expand the properties for global audiences.

BFFs… Until… Headline News

DreamWorks Animation Drops 'Forgotten Island' First Look

By Dan Sarto | Thursday, March 26, 2026 at 10:14am

Head behind-the-scenes with stars H.E.R., Liza Soberano, and writers/directors Joel Crawford and Januel Mercado on the new animated adventure about 2 lifelong friends transported to a mythical island… to face a test that could make them forget each other forever; in theaters September 25.

Heading to Stuttgart Headline News

ITFS 2026 Showcases Family and Industry Animation Activities

By Dan Sarto | Thursday, March 26, 2026 at 4:48pm

The 33rd Stuttgart International Festival of Animated Film will present around 150 events, including the film competitions, outdoor screenings, workshops and games for audiences of all ages; runs May 5–10.

More Opportunities to Get Vertical Headline News

WEBTOON Unifies CANVAS with New Creator Tools and Translation Program

By Dan Sarto | Thursday, March 26, 2026 at 10:53am

The company will consolidate its regional user-generated content services into a single global platform, introducing expanded monetization, analytics, and multilingual distribution tools beginning in spring 2026.

Hawkins Gets Animated Headline News

Netflix Drops ‘Stranger Things: Tales From ’85’ Trailer and Images

By Dan Sarto | Thursday, March 26, 2026 at 8:07am

All-new animated series returns fans to Hawkins during the winter of 1985 to face something terrifying beneath the ice; debuts on April 23.

People Headline News

Atiya Henry Named EVP of Production for Disney Branded Television

By Dan Sarto | Thursday, March 26, 2026 at 7:33am

Former Netflix exec will oversee production across the organization’s animated and live-action slate, reporting to Carol Turner and joining Ayo Davis’ senior leadership team.

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.

On the road to Annecy Headline News

Annecy 2026 Official TV and Commissioned Films Selections Announced

By Dan Sarto | Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at 12:02pm

66 films from 32 countries were selected for the official competition: 30 in the TV Films category and 36 in the Commissioned Films category; celebrating 50 years, the festival runs June 21-27.

On the road to Annecy Headline News

Annecy 2026 Official Short Film Selections Announced

By Dan Sarto | Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at 11:19am

141 films from 43 countries were selected to compete across the shorts categories: 35 in the Official group, 46 in Graduation, 8 in Off-Limits, 17 in Perspectives, 10 in Young Audiences, 16 in Midnight Shorts and 9 in WTF; celebrating 50 years, the festival runs June 21-27.

BFFs… Until… Headline News

DreamWorks Animation Drops 'Forgotten Island' Trailer

By Dan Sarto | Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at 9:50am

The creative team behind ‘Puss in Boots: The Last Wish’ returns with an original animated adventure that follows two lifelong friends transported to a mythical island… to face a test that could make them forget each other forever; in theaters September 25.

The Latest in 3D Tools Headline News

Autodesk Releases Major Updates Across Maya, 3ds Max, Flow Studio and Arnold

By Dan Sarto | Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at 8:29am

Powerful new key toolset features announced that introduce ‘controllable, editable, and trustworthy’ AI-enabled functionality to unlock even greater artist creativity.’

Men are Men and Sheep are Scared! Headline News

A New ‘Breed’ of Mystery - Trailer Drops for 'The Sheep Detectives'

By Dan Sarto | Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at 12:11pm

Amazon MGM Studios showcases more of its ‘baaaadass’ wooly sleuths in the mystery comedy about a rather interesting flock that investigates their shepherd’s death; in theaters May 8.

Business Headline News

Triggerfish Animation Studios Selects Bristol for UK Base

By Dan Sarto | Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at 10:59am

Leading African animation studio expands international operations alongside facilities in Cape Town and Galway to support remote production and participate in BBC Ignite to develop emerging talent.

It’s Anime-zing! Headline News

Team Dante or Team Virgil – Netflix Drops ‘Devil May Cry’ Season 2 Teaser

By Dan Sarto | Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at 10:31am

Sides are being drawn in the run-up to the all-new season of the hit adaptation of the popular Capcom video game, which streams May 12.

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More Tales from Yorubaland Headline News

‘Iyanu: The War of Twin Princes’ Sets July 11 Premiere

By Dan Sarto | Monday, March 30, 2026 at 7:53am

Lion Forge Entertainment announced the debut of its second ‘Iyanu’ prequel film, airing on Cartoon Network and streaming the following day on HBO Max; film expands the franchise’s Yorubaland mythology ahead of the series’ Season 2.

Chasing Memories We Can Barely Recall ANIMATIONWorld

‘Telsche’: Exploring Memory and Loss Through Minimalist Art

Set on a stark salt-flat landscape and rendered in just three colors, Sophie Colfer and Ala Nunu’s 2D short follows a young girl’s search for a mother she can no longer fully remember, using stripped-down visuals without dialogue to explore how memory fades and returns.

The Wonderful Child in All of Us ANIMATIONWorld

Sylvain Chomet’s ‘A Magnificent Life’: Animation More Real Than Reality

The acclaimed, Oscar-nominated French director talks about his new film, his love of animation, and how if the acting, art, and editing are all good, your characters can feel more real than in live-action; in theaters March 27.

We Want More SMALLS Headline News

Adult Swim SMALLS ‘3,2,1… Chachipistachi’ Short Debuts Today on YouTube

By Dan Sarto | Friday, March 27, 2026 at 12:06pm

From indie Spanish animator Rafillo comes a film that teaches you everything you ever wanted to know from Professor Chachipistachi who, along with the little siblings Timmy and Mariloli Manilli, will experience a thousand adventures.

It’s Anime-zing! Headline News

Crunchyroll Sets Same-Day English Dub Launch for 'Witch Hat Atelier' Anime

By Dan Sarto | Friday, March 27, 2026 at 11:39am

The adaptation of Kamome Shirahama’s manga will premiere April 6 with simultaneous English and Japanese releases of Episodes 1 and 2, alongside multiple dubbed language options.

Business Headline News

August Media Boards Roye Okupe’s 'Malika: Warrior Queen' as Co-Producer

By Dan Sarto | Friday, March 27, 2026 at 10:58am

Singapore-based company joins the animated feature, financing up to one-third of the project and overseeing animation production across Asia.

Profiles in African Animation Headline News

‘SPARK’ Issue 2 Now Available for Free Download

By Dan Sarto | Friday, March 27, 2026 at 10:02am

The latest edition of the monthly editorial platform dedicated to African animation features a spotlight on women shaping the industry across the continent, a conversation with Smids Animation’s Damilola Solesi, and a look at Louisette Ratsivahiny’s production journey that included directing and producing the first animated series made entirely in Madagascar.

Crime Amidst the Simmering Moorland Fires… After the Flood Headline News

Vine FX Delivers Smoldering VFX on 'After the Flood' Season 2

By Dan Sarto | Thursday, March 26, 2026 at 4:05pm

The Cambridge-based studio returns as sole vendor on the ITV crime drama, delivering 336 shots and 94 sequences combining fire simulation, Gaussian splatting, and invisible effects to support the series’ expanded environmental scope.

Business Headline News

Baobab Studios Acquires Roblox Title Rights for Film and TV Development

By Dan Sarto | Thursday, March 26, 2026 at 11:44am

Company is developing animated projects based on 3 of the gaming giant’s most widely played titles - 'Natural Disaster Survival,' 'Barry's Prison Run,' and 'Deepwoken'working with original creators to expand the properties for global audiences.

BFFs… Until… Headline News

DreamWorks Animation Drops 'Forgotten Island' First Look

By Dan Sarto | Thursday, March 26, 2026 at 10:14am

Head behind-the-scenes with stars H.E.R., Liza Soberano, and writers/directors Joel Crawford and Januel Mercado on the new animated adventure about 2 lifelong friends transported to a mythical island… to face a test that could make them forget each other forever; in theaters September 25.

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.

Hawkins Gets Animated Headline News

Netflix Drops ‘Stranger Things: Tales From ’85’ Trailer and Images

By Dan Sarto | Thursday, March 26, 2026 at 8:07am

All-new animated series returns fans to Hawkins during the winter of 1985 to face something terrifying beneath the ice; debuts on April 23.

Heading to Stuttgart Headline News

ITFS 2026 Showcases Family and Industry Animation Activities

By Dan Sarto | Thursday, March 26, 2026 at 4:48pm

The 33rd Stuttgart International Festival of Animated Film will present around 150 events, including the film competitions, outdoor screenings, workshops and games for audiences of all ages; runs May 5–10.

More Opportunities to Get Vertical Headline News

WEBTOON Unifies CANVAS with New Creator Tools and Translation Program

By Dan Sarto | Thursday, March 26, 2026 at 10:53am

The company will consolidate its regional user-generated content services into a single global platform, introducing expanded monetization, analytics, and multilingual distribution tools beginning in spring 2026.

People Headline News

Atiya Henry Named EVP of Production for Disney Branded Television

By Dan Sarto | Thursday, March 26, 2026 at 7:33am

Former Netflix exec will oversee production across the organization’s animated and live-action slate, reporting to Carol Turner and joining Ayo Davis’ senior leadership team.

On the road to Annecy Headline News

Annecy 2026 Official TV and Commissioned Films Selections Announced

By Dan Sarto | Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at 12:02pm

66 films from 32 countries were selected for the official competition: 30 in the TV Films category and 36 in the Commissioned Films category; celebrating 50 years, the festival runs June 21-27.

On the road to Annecy Headline News

Annecy 2026 Official Short Film Selections Announced

By Dan Sarto | Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at 11:19am

141 films from 43 countries were selected to compete across the shorts categories: 35 in the Official group, 46 in Graduation, 8 in Off-Limits, 17 in Perspectives, 10 in Young Audiences, 16 in Midnight Shorts and 9 in WTF; celebrating 50 years, the festival runs June 21-27.

BFFs… Until… Headline News

DreamWorks Animation Drops 'Forgotten Island' Trailer

By Dan Sarto | Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at 9:50am

The creative team behind ‘Puss in Boots: The Last Wish’ returns with an original animated adventure that follows two lifelong friends transported to a mythical island… to face a test that could make them forget each other forever; in theaters September 25.

The Latest in 3D Tools Headline News

Autodesk Releases Major Updates Across Maya, 3ds Max, Flow Studio and Arnold

By Dan Sarto | Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at 8:29am

Powerful new key toolset features announced that introduce ‘controllable, editable, and trustworthy’ AI-enabled functionality to unlock even greater artist creativity.’

Men are Men and Sheep are Scared! Headline News

A New ‘Breed’ of Mystery - Trailer Drops for 'The Sheep Detectives'

By Dan Sarto | Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at 12:11pm

Amazon MGM Studios showcases more of its ‘baaaadass’ wooly sleuths in the mystery comedy about a rather interesting flock that investigates their shepherd’s death; in theaters May 8.

Business Headline News

Triggerfish Animation Studios Selects Bristol for UK Base

By Dan Sarto | Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at 10:59am

Leading African animation studio expands international operations alongside facilities in Cape Town and Galway to support remote production and participate in BBC Ignite to develop emerging talent.

It’s Anime-zing! Headline News

Team Dante or Team Virgil – Netflix Drops ‘Devil May Cry’ Season 2 Teaser

By Dan Sarto | Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at 10:31am

Sides are being drawn in the run-up to the all-new season of the hit adaptation of the popular Capcom video game, which streams May 12.

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