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First Look At “Saving Bikini Bottom: The Sandy Cheeks Movie”

When all of Bikini Bottom is suddenly scooped out of the sea, Sandy Cheeks and her best friend SpongeBob SquarePants embark on a mission to Texas to save the town and its inhabitants from a terrible scheme. Sue Nahmee (played by Wanda Sykes) is leading this villainous plot and wants those living in Bikini Bottom […]

INTERVIEW: The Next Life Of “Exploding Kittens”

Phenomenon card game Exploding Kittens is now an adult animated comedy series, premiering this Friday July 12th on Netflix. This Animation Scoop Q&A is with showrunners and creators Matthew Inman and Shane Kosakowski. (The interview was edited for length and clarity.) Jackson Murphy: Matt, you co-created the card game and now, about a decade later, […]

INTERVIEW: Believe In “The Imaginary”

Studio Ponoc’s latest feature, The Imaginary, debuts next Friday July 5th on Netflix. It’s based on A.F. Harrold’s novel about Rudger, the imaginary friend of Amanda, who must find a way to save her life and not disappear forever. Here’s my Animation Scoop Q&A with writer and producer Yoshiaki Nishimura, two-time Academy Award nominee for […]

CBS Studios Releases Official Trailer and Key Art For “Star Trek: Prodigy”

Today, CBS Studios released the official trailer and key art for the upcoming season of their original series, STAR TREK: PRODIGY. On Monday, July 1st, the successful project will premiere 20 episodes on Netflix in select countries worldwide. The streaming platform currently offers the entirety of the first season.

TRAILER: Studio Ponoc’s “The Imaginary”

The groundbreaking hand-drawn animation of Studio Ponoc’s The Imaginary is heightened by first-of-their-kind techniques of light and shadow. The Imaginary is based on the beloved and award-winning novel of the same name by A.F. Harrold and illustrated by Emily Gravett (Bloomsbury Publishing). Netflix will debut the film on July 5th. Here’s our first look:

INTERVIEW: Aaron Ehasz and Justin Richmond on Ending a Saga—and Beyond

“When is Season Six showing?” That’s what The Dragon Prince fans want to know. They clamor for it in podcasts, social media and conventions. And no wonder: Season Five ended with many compelling questions. What’s to be done about the sinister Startouch Elf, Aaravos? Will he possess Prince Callum again? Will Callum sacrifice himself to […]

INTERVIEW: The Heroes Of “Ultraman: Rising”

Animated action dramedy feature Ultraman: Rising is going to be one of the biggest at-home hits of the summer. You can watch it starting next Friday June 14th on Netflix. Emmy-winning director Shannon Tindle (of Lost Ollie and Foster’s Home for Imaginary Friends) and Emmy & Annie-nominated co-director John Aoshima (of DuckTales and Gravity Falls) […]

INTERVIEW: More Dino Drama With “Jurassic World: Chaos Theory”

New DreamWorks and Universal animated series Jurassic World: Chaos Theory (premiering this Friday May 24th on Netflix) is the next chapter in a franchise that has delighted and terrified generations. Executive Producers and showrunners Scott Kreamer and Aaron Hammersley detail their latest Jurassic journey. (This Animation Scoop Q&A was edited for length and clarity.) Jackson […]

INTERVIEW: The Unique Nature Of “Thelma The Unicorn”

Starting this Friday May 17th on Netflix, the whole family can enjoy the new animated music comedy feature Thelma the Unicorn, based on the books by The Bad Guys author Aaron Blabey. Here’s my Animation Scoop Q&A with directors Jared Hess and Lynn Wang. (This interview was edited for length and clarity.) Jackson Murphy: Congratulations […]

New Trailer For “Jurassic World: Chaos Theory”

Today, Netflix released a new trailer for Jurassic World: Chaos Theory.

Netflix Annecy Previews Include Aardman’s “Wallace & Gromit,” Zack Snyder’s “Twilight of the Gods,” and Skydance Animation’s “Spellbound”

This year, Netflix will return to the Annecy Festival with a full itinerary following their recent wins and nominations. Such accolades include Oscar nominations for Nimona, a BAFTA nomination for Chicken Run: Dawn of the Nugget, and several wins for Blue Eye Samurai at the Annie’s this past February. In only five years after launching […]

INTERVIEW: Summer Arrives Early With “Woody Woodpecker Goes To Camp”

The dynamic CG version of beloved cartoon character Woody Woodpecker returns in the new live-action / animated family comedy Woody Woodpecker Goes to Camp. It premieres Friday April 12th on Netflix. Here’s my Animation Scoop Q&A with… Guess Who?… the film’s Emmy nominated director, Jon Rosenbaum. (This interview was edited for length and clarity.) Jackson […]

Netflix “That Christmas” Announces Cast

Netflix has unveiled a stellar voice cast and brand new images from Locksmith Animation (Ron’s Gone Wrong) and director Simon Otto’s (How to Train Your Dragon trilogy) upcoming CG animated feature That Christmas. The film stars Brian Cox as Santa, Fiona Shaw (Ms. Trapper), Jodie Whittaker (Mrs. Williams), and Bill Nighy (Bill) as the residents […]

INTERVIEW: Aaron Ehasz, Justin Richmond on “The Dragon Prince: Mystery of Aaravos”: The Right Choice for the Voice

An epic like The Dragon Prince requires a villain of epic proportions, one powerful enough, and intriguing enough, to engage the audience. This is certainly true of the Startouch Elf, Aaravos. Listen to his voice, and you’ll hear a mix of mystery and menace, arrogance and cleverness, sultry and beguiling, rhythm and yes, magic. To […]

INTERVIEW: A Celebration Of “The Casagrandes Movie”

Miguel Puga, who co-developed Nickelodeon’s Loud House spinoff series The Casagrandes, makes his feature directorial debut with The Casagrandes Movie. The epic animated action/adventure comedy premieres this Friday March 22nd on Netflix. Puga shares his enthusiasm for the film, and what fans of the beloved characters should look forward to, in this Animation Scoop Q&A. […]