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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: Spooky Season Treat “Mighty Monsterwheelies”

DreamWorks Mighty Monsterwheelies (a collaboration with Lemon Sky and Doberman) morphs classic movie monsters and monster trucks, creating a fun group of characters and episodes for families as we approach Halloween. It premieres Monday October 14th on Netflix. Kyel White developed the series and serves as story editor. Stephanie Simpson is the four-time Emmy-winning executive […]
Avatar photoJackson Murphy|October 9, 2024
INTERVIEW: Spooky Season Treat “Mighty Monsterwheelies”

INTERVIEW: Celebrating 30 Years Of DreamWorks With “The Wild Robot”

DreamWorks Animation’s The Wild Robot opened No. 1 at the box office last weekend, with one of the biggest debuts ever for an animated film in the month of September. Four-time Annie-winning director Chris Sanders and Annecy winner Jeff Hermann react to the critical and audience success and reflect on three decades of DreamWorks. (This […]
Avatar photoJackson Murphy|October 3, 2024
INTERVIEW: Celebrating 30 Years Of DreamWorks With “The Wild Robot”

REVIEW: “The Wild Robot”

Chris Sanders and Dean DeBlois are among the most influential names working in animation today. Their record includes Lilo and Stitch for Disney and the How to Train Your Dragon trilogy, with DeBlois directing the last two installments for DreamWorks. They have teamed up again for a highly regarded new film, The Wild Robot. DreamWorks […]
Avatar photoMartin Goodman|September 30, 2024
REVIEW: “The Wild Robot”

TRAILER: ‘Dog Man” Starring Pete Davidson, Isla Fisher, and Ricky Gervais From DreamWorks

Part canine, part human- all hero. From the studio behind popular hits like Kung Fu Panda, How to Train Your Dragon, and The Boss Baby comes a thrilling new adaptation of Dav Pilkey’s bestselling Dog Man. After a brave police dog and his human handler are injured on the job, an unconventional but life-saving surgery […]
Avatar photoLauren Ashton|September 17, 2024
TRAILER: ‘Dog Man” Starring Pete Davidson, Isla Fisher, and Ricky Gervais From DreamWorks

SPECIAL: Donald Appears On “Hot Ones” In Custom Episode

In honor of Donald Duck’s 90th birthday, Hot Ones released a special episode featuring the beloved Duck himself.  On the show, he shares that Daisy challenged him, and Mickey Mouse is backstage to offer support as he tries different Disney-themed flavors of hot sauce (with cauliflower wings, of course.) The host of the hit show, […]
Avatar photoLauren Ashton|August 28, 2024
SPECIAL: Donald Appears On “Hot Ones” In Custom Episode

INTERVIEW: Places, Everyone! It’s “Kindergarten: The Musical”

Two-time Emmy nominee Tom Warburton (Muppet Babies) is the executive producer and supervising director of the new family animated series Kindergarten: The Musical. It premieres Tuesday Sept. 3 at 8am on Disney Junior and 11am on Disney Channel. Episodes are also available Wednesday Sept. 4 on Disney+. Warburton discusses crafting a high-spirited and authentic musical […]
Avatar photoJackson Murphy|August 26, 2024
INTERVIEW: Places, Everyone! It’s “Kindergarten: The Musical”

CURATOR’S PICKS: The Art of All Things Disney and More Auction

From December 14th-17th in Dallas, Texas, Heritage Auctions presents an exciting event for animation and Disney enthusiasts alike. Once again, the world’s largest collectibles auctioneer offers a special event that features rare, one-of-a-kind, very remarkable pieces of history. Check out some of the curator’s picks ahead of next week’s auction. Jim’s Picks Jim Lentz | […]