Jerry Beck

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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.

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Joe Ruby (1933-2020)

Cartoonist, Animator and Producer Joseph Ruby has passed away. Ruby (with his partner Ken Spears) was instrumental in creating Scooby Doo Where Are You in 1969 for Hanna Barbera. In 1977 Ruby and Spears launched their own animation studio – Ruby-Spears Productions – bringing Thundarr The Barbarian, Fangface, Mt. T, Plastic Man, Chuck Norris, Dragon’s […]

48th Annual Annie Awards Rules, Categories & Deadlines Announced

ASIFA-Hollywood announced today that while the current pandemic has been a challenge, the 48th Annie Awards ceremony will be held — either virtually or live — on Friday, April 16th, 2021. The final decision on whether the ceremony is virtual or live will be determined this October 2020. “What this epidemic has taught us is […]

“Madagascar: A Little Wild” will debut on Hulu and Peacock September 7th

Inspired by the blockbuster franchise, Madagascar, reunite with the fun-loving Zoo Crew – Alex, Marty, Melman and Gloria – as they navigate the Central Park Zoo and the big city in the all-new series DreamWorks Madagascar: A Little Wild, debuting on Hulu and Peacock September 7th. Filled with original music and dance worthy songs, the […]

Comedy Central Greenlights Reimagined “The Ren & Stimpy Show”

According to a press released issued just this morning Comedy Central has announced a “reimagination of the Emmy-nominated cult hit The Ren & Stimpy Show as it continues to double down on adult-focused animation, unlocking and reinventing a treasure chest of IP across ViacomCBS to complement South Park, including the newly announced Beavis and Butt-Head […]

Pixar Unveils Next Film: “Luca”

Pixar Animation Studios announced today that its next feature film release will be Luca. Directed by Academy Award nominee Enrico Casarosa (“La Luna”) and produced by Andrea Warren (“Lava,” “Cars 3”), Luca is set to open in U.S. theaters June 18, 2021.

Jerry Beck

Publisher Editor

Articles By Jerry Beck

Joe Ruby (1933-2020)

48th Annual Annie Awards Rules, Categories & Deadlines Announced

“Madagascar: A Little Wild” will debut on Hulu and Peacock September 7th

Comedy Central Greenlights Reimagined “The Ren & Stimpy Show”

Pixar Unveils Next Film: “Luca”

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