Major Studios

INTERVIEW: Jeff Kinney On “Diary Of A Wimpy Kid: The Last Straw”
Since it’s first publication, Diary of a Wimpy Kid has been a bestselling series and instant hit, continuing to resonate with young audiences to this day. The doodle-inspired series follows Greg Heffley, an average middle schooler who always seems to stumble into absurd yet relatable disasters. Debuting December 5th on Disney+, Diary of a Wimpy […]
FIRST LOOK: Sony Pictures Animation “GOAT”

FIRST LOOK: Sony Pictures Animation “GOAT”

Avatar photoJerry Beck|
December 2nd, 2025
From Sony Pictures Animation, the artists that made KPop Demon Hunters, comes GOAT, an original action-comedy set in an all-animal world. Here's the first look trailer.
INTERVIEW: A Devotion To “Wednesdays With Gramps”

INTERVIEW: A Devotion To “Wednesdays With Gramps”

Avatar photoJackson Murphy|
November 26th, 2025
A new DreamWorks Animation short focuses on a teen who visits his grandpa and discovers a passion that will strengthen their relationship. It is Oscar qualified and vying for Best Animated Short Film consideration. Co-Director Chris Copeland and producer Shabrayia Cleaver share what makes them so proud about Wednesdays with Gramps. (This Animation Scoop Q&A was […]

Latest in Category: Major Studios

INTERVIEW: Eric Fogel On New “Megamind” Movie And Series

One of DreamWorks’ most memorable characters returns this Friday March 1st. Feature-length movie Megamind vs. the Doom Syndicate and series Megamind Rules both debut on Peacock. Director & EP Eric Fogel (of Archibald’s Next Big Thing) shares how he approached the comeback of this supervillain turned superhero, including making the movie and the show simultaneously. […]
Avatar photoJackson Murphy|February 28, 2024
INTERVIEW: Eric Fogel On New “Megamind” Movie And Series

INTERVIEW: Fear Is Focus Of Fearless “Orion And The Dark”

Director Sean Charmatz and Producer Peter McCown present the ambitious and memorable new DreamWorks animated feature Orion and the Dark. The family adventure from writer Charlie Kaufman, who adapts from Emma Yarlett’s book, debuts this Friday February 2nd on Netflix. This Animation Scoop Q&A shines a light on how one of the first major animated […]
Avatar photoJackson Murphy|January 30, 2024
INTERVIEW: Fear Is Focus Of Fearless “Orion And The Dark”

INTERVIEW: Benjamin Renner On High-Flying “Migration”

The Big Bad Fox and Other Tales director Benjamin Renner takes to the sky with Illumination’s new animated comedy Migration. It opens in theaters next Friday December 22nd. In this Animation Scoop Q&A, Renner talks about his love of hand-drawn and CG animation, ducky research and working with one of the most star-studded voice acting […]
Avatar photoJackson Murphy|December 15, 2023
INTERVIEW: Benjamin Renner On High-Flying “Migration”

INTERVIEW: “Kung Fu Panda 4” Preview With The Directors And Producer

DreamWorks Animation’s Kung Fu Panda 4 is one of the most highly anticipated movies of 2024. It’s been eight years since Po’s last big screen adventure. Director Mike Mitchell (of Shrek Forever After and Trolls), co-director Stephanie Ma Stine (art director on How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World) and producer Rebecca Huntley (The […]
Avatar photoJackson Murphy|December 13, 2023
INTERVIEW: “Kung Fu Panda 4” Preview With The Directors And Producer

INTERVIEW: Ready To Unwrap “Merry Little Batman”

The Caped Crusader’s eight year old son Damian is on a Christmas Eve mission to save Gotham City in the heartwarming and hilarious new animated comedy feature Merry Little Batman. It debuts this Friday December 8th on Prime Video. Writers Morgan Evans and Jase Ricci describe the fa-la-la-la-fun of crafting an entertaining and exciting story […]
Avatar photoJackson Murphy|December 7, 2023
INTERVIEW: Ready To Unwrap “Merry Little Batman”

INTERVIEW: “The Bad Guys: A Very Bad Holiday” Brings Good Tidings

DreamWorks presents a feisty, heisty new prequel special to one of their most recent hit movies. The Bad Guys: A Very Bad Holiday premieres Thursday November 30th on Netflix. Director (and seven-time Emmy-winner) Bret Haaland and Executive Producer Katherine Nolfi join me for this Animation Scoop Q&A. (This interview was edited for length and clarity.) […]
Avatar photoJackson Murphy|November 20, 2023
INTERVIEW: “The Bad Guys: A Very Bad Holiday” Brings Good Tidings

Mickey & Friends Release First Single From Upcoming Album “A Whole New Sound”

“A Whole New Sound” is an upcoming album from Mickey & Friends that will feature covers of beloved Disney classics. Some iconic alternative, rock, and pop-punk bands have contributed their work to the project. In honor of The Lion King having its 30th anniversary, Disney released the first single from the album: Simple Plan’s rendition […]