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 […]

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INTERVIEW: The Quite Talented “Not Quite Narwhal” Team

New DreamWorks Animation family series Not Quite Narwhal is now streaming on Netflix. It’s based on a popular book about a narwhal named Kelp who finds out he’s actually a unicorn. Kelp decides to spend time on both land and sea, and the show shines in spotlighting who you are and how your friends and […]
Avatar photoJackson Murphy|June 22, 2023
INTERVIEW: The Quite Talented “Not Quite Narwhal” Team

TRAILER: Dreamworks “Ruby Gillman, Teenage Kraken”

Sometimes the hero you are meant to be lies just beneath the surface. This summer, DreamWorks Animation dives into the turbulent waters of high school with a hilarious, heartfelt action comedy about a shy teenager who discovers that she’s part of a legendary royal lineage of mythical sea krakens and that her destiny, in the […]
Avatar photoJerry Beck|May 23, 2023
TRAILER: Dreamworks “Ruby Gillman, Teenage Kraken”

Max Releases Official Trailer and Key Art For “Gremlins: Secret Of The Mogwai”

Max has released the official trailer and key art for the Original animated series Gremlins: Secret Of The Mogwai. Dive into a world of magic and mythology with Gremlins: Secret Of The Mogwai, an animated prequel series to the iconic “Gremlins” films, debuting with the first two episodes TUESDAY, MAY 23 on Max. Two new […]
Avatar photoJerry Beck|May 10, 2023
Max Releases Official Trailer and Key Art For “Gremlins: Secret Of The Mogwai”

INTERVIEW: Jay Baruchel On Lasting Impact Of Hiccup And “Dragon”

Jay Baruchel won an Annie Award in 2011 for his voice performance as Hiccup in DreamWorks’ beloved How to Train Your Dragon. He also won a Daytime Emmy in 2019 for voicing the character on the Dragons: Race to the Edge TV series. It’s been three and a half years since Baruchel last played Hiccup, […]
Avatar photoJackson Murphy|May 9, 2023
INTERVIEW: Jay Baruchel On Lasting Impact Of Hiccup And “Dragon”

INTERVIEW: “Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures” Lights Up The Galaxy

Looking for the perfect introduction for your kids or grandkids into the Star Wars universe? LucasFilm has you covered with the brand new family friendly animated series Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures. It premieres tomorrow, May the 4th, at 9am on Disney Junior, with episodes also available to stream on Disney+. Joining me for this […]
Avatar photoJackson Murphy|May 3, 2023
INTERVIEW: “Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures” Lights Up The Galaxy

Dreamworks Animation To Present New Projects at Annecy

DreamWorks Animation, the Oscar-winning studio of the Shrek, How to Train Your Dragon, Trolls, The Boss Baby, Puss in Boots and Kung Fu Panda franchises, will showcase its latest projects at the 2023 Annecy International Animation Film Festival, which will be held from June 11-17, 2023. The studio’s presentations are set to feature the latest offerings from DreamWorks Animation, which seamlessly blend renewed installments […]
Avatar photoJerry Beck|March 10, 2023
Dreamworks Animation To Present New Projects at Annecy

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.) […]