Jerry Beck

Publisher Editor

Writer, cartoon producer and author of more than 15 books on animation history. A former studio exec with Nickelodeon and Disney; currently on the faculty at both CalArts in Valencia and Woodbury University in Burbank, California.

Articles By Jerry Beck

Lucky 27
On October 11, 2025 is the premiere of Flower of the Dawn, from M.Y.R.A. Entertainment. The 39-minute animated short feature will screen at Regal Union Square Theater, followed by a live Q&A with selected cast and creative team.
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Netflix
Here it comes - one of the most exciting animated feature of the year... In Your Dreams starring Simu Liu, Emmy Award winner Cristin Milioti - Nov. 14th on Netflix. Here' the trailer.
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Disney+
Disney Branded Television has revealed a first look at the special with a teaser trailer and key art for “Prep & Landing: The Snowball Protocol,” a brand-new Christmas special that will debut on Disney+, and Disney Channel on Thanksgiving.
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Asifa
ASIFA-Hollywood’s Animation Educators Forum (AEF) is proud to announce its scholarship recipients for academic year 2025-26.
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24 Hours

The 24 HOURS Animation Contest for Students returns on Friday, October 3, 2025 (3:00 PM PT) through Saturday, October 4, 2025 (4:00 PM PT). This free international event challenges student teams of five to create a 30-second animated film in just 24 hours—from concept to final product. The twist? No one knows the theme until the contest begins! No prep work. Just pure, […]

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