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Mickey Mouse

Mickey Mouse is an cartoon character co-created in 1928 by Walt Disney and Ub Iwerks.

Spider-Ham

Spider-Ham (Peter Porker) is a superhero appearing in Marvel Comics. The character is an anthropomorphic pig and is a parody version of Spider-Man. He was created by Larry Hama, Tom DeFalco, and Mark Armstrong.

KENEDA

Kaneda, the leader of a motorcycle gang in Katsuhiro Otomo’s classic anime feature AKIRA (1988).

Daffy Duck

Daffy Duck was created by Tex Avery for Leon Schlesinger Productions. He has appeared in cartoon series such as Looney Tunes and Merrie Melodies, in which he is usually depicted as a foil for either Bugs Bunny, Porky Pig, or Speedy Gonzales.

Lauren Ashton

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Lauren Ashton is a Los Angeles-based writer. She has also taught stop-motion animation and film history since 2020, and holds a BFA in Acting from The California Institute of the Arts. Lauren has previously worked with Walt Disney Imagineering, and since graduating from CalArts, she has worked at Spellbound Inc. (a YouTube Production Company), Gnomon School of Animation, and written plays and sketch comedy for various theaters.
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“The Simpsons” Stream Never Stops: Now on Disney+ for All Subscribers

This week, Disney+ subscribers (with ads) gained access to The Simpsons Stream, a 24/7 dedicated channel offering all 35 seasons in chronological order, letting subscribers enjoy continuous chalkboard gags, couch gags, and “cowabungas” in a nonstop stream of episodes. In addition to 36 seasons of The Simpsons, Disney+ is also home to The Simpsons Movie and more than 10 […]

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TRAILER: Toy Meets Tech As Disney And Pixar Reveal The First “Toy Story 5” Teaser And Poster

Disney and Pixar have released the first teaser trailer and brand new poster for Toy Story 5, marking the return of the beloved franchise.
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MeTV Toons

MeTV Toons Brings Back the Paul Terry and Ralph Bakshi “Mighty Mouse” Cartoons Starting Nov. 2nd

Mighty Mouse is coming this November, joining the Sunday afternoon lineup for MeTV Toons, the only TV network dedicated exclusively to classic animation. Mighty Mouse and Friends will air every Sunday for a two-hour block 3-5pm ET/PT beginning November 2.
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Saturday Morning Cartoons United

Saturday Morning Cartoons United™ and American Cinematheque Celebrate 40 Years of The Care Bears Movie With Charity Screening

Fans of rainbows, belly badges, and classic Saturday morning cartoons are in for something special. To mark the 40th anniversary of The Care Bears Movie, Saturday Morning Cartoons United™ will present a one-day charity screening on Saturday, October 11 at American Cinematheque’s historic Aero Theatre. This event will mark a joyful tribute to the beloved […]

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‘In Your Dreams’ Netflix Animated Comedy Adventure Explores Surreal Dreamscapes and Heartfelt Ties

At a recent press event, Netflix unveiled footage from In Your Dreams, the upcoming animated feature from director Alex Woo and co-director Erik Benson. The film will be available to stream exclusively on Netflix starting November 14th, 2025. Produced by Timothy Hahn and Gregg Taylor, In Your Dreams follows siblings Stevie and Elliot as they […]

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INTERVIEW: Caro Buermann on Launching Saturday Morning Cartoons United to Celebrate Animation and Give Back

Last October, Saturday Morning Cartoons United, a non-profit screening series, launched in Los Angeles with the intention to celebrate iconic cartoon legends while offering support to those affected by the devastating wildfires of last year. Since its debut, the charity has hosted a special screening of The Care Bears Movie, a festive holiday event featuring […]