The Animation Blog

‘The King of Kings’: Official Trailer and Poster for Dickens Adaptation Starring Oscar Isaac, Uma Thurman and Kenneth Branagh

February 20, 2025 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Release date: April 11, 2025.

Inspired by Charles Dickens’ The Life of Our Lord.

Synopsis: While Dickens was a loving father, his work often kept him distant from his family. In particular he struggled to connect with his youngest son Walter, a five-year-old dreamer who is inseparable from his best friend Willa the cat.

One day, Dickens’ reading performance at a London theatre is ruined by Walter’s mischievous behavior. Dickens pleads to his son to try and enjoy the reading but Walter is not interested.

His wife Catherine, aware of Walter’s obsession with King Arthur, urges Dickens to tell his son the story of another king: Jesus Christ.

Directed by Seong-Ho Jang, a VFX artist making his directorial debut.

Written by Seong-Ho Jang and Rob Edwards (The Princess and the Frog, Treasure Planet).

‘BE@RBRICK’ Sneak Peek, Release Date, Synopsis and Cast List: Series Based on Collectible Figures Coming to Apple TV+

February 19, 2025 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Release date: March 21, 2025 on Apple TV+.

Synopsis: BE@RBRICK follows Jasmine and her bandmates as they pursue their dreams and inspire others to do the same.

But it won’t be easy to do when living in a world where everyone’s role is chosen for them and where the painted-on look you receive when you graduate from high school determines who you’ll be for the rest of your life.

Jasmine realizes that in order for her world to change, she and her friends may have to make it happen themselves.

Developed by Meghan McCarthy (My Little Pony: Friendship Is Magic).

‘The Day the Earth Blew Up: A Looney Tunes Movie’ Teaser Trailer and Poster: Daffy Duck and Porky Pig Head to the Big Screen

February 18, 2025 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Release date: March 14, 2025.

Synopsis: Porky Pig and Daffy Duck turn into unlikely heroes when their antics at the local bubble gum factory uncover a secret alien mind control plot.

Against all odds, the two are determined to save their town (and the world!)… that is if they don’t drive each other crazy in the process.

Directed by Peter Browngardt (Uncle Grandpa).

Written by Kevin Costello (Tom & Jerry), Alex Kirwan (Looney Tunes Cartoons) and Peter Browngardt.

Short Film Spotlight: The Name

February 17, 2025 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Synopsis: Conflicted and alienated with his given name, a young kid struggles to live a double life in secret, fearing that coming out might tear apart his relationship with his mom.

Written and directed Alexander Aguilar.

Music and sound by Jérémy Ben Ammar.

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Short Film Spotlight: Riot Doll

February 16, 2025 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Synopsis: In Moscow, a young delivery girl is witness to the hatred and divide invading her society. Overwhelmed, she discovers a curious loophole to deal with war supporters. However, the reality she is trying to escape soon catches up…

Written and directed by:
Daria Skripka
Poornima Subramaniam
Mrunal Khairnar
Lwazi Msipha
Hassan Yola

Music by Antoine Duchene.
Sound by Mathieu Tiger.

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‘Flow’ Now Streaming on Max: New Trailer Includes Praise From Guillermo del Toro, Wes Anderson and Other Top Directors

February 15, 2025 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Release date: February 14, 2025 on Max.

Synopsis: Flow follows a courageous cat after his home is devastated by a great flood. Teaming up with a capybara, a lemur, a bird, and a dog to navigate a boat in search of dry land, they must rely on trust, courage, and wits to survive the perils of a newly aquatic planet.

Directed by Gints Zilbalodis.

Written by Gints Zilbalodis and Matiss Kaza.

Short Film Spotlight: Dance With the Seashells!

February 14, 2025 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Synopsis: When a small town concert hall vanishes, young singer Erika teams up with Mehdi the mascot on a journey to find it.

Written and directed by:
Théo Carme
Julie Fournier
Alessandra Rosmarino
Anaëlle Saba

Music and sound by Jérémy Ben Ammar.

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‘Tales from the Magic Garden’ International Trailer, Release Date, Synopsis, Cast, Poster and Stills

February 13, 2025 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Release date: Tales from the Magic Garden makes its global debut at the 2025 Berlin International Film Festival on February 16. A theatrical release will likely follow later this year.

Synopsis: When Tom, Susan and Derek visit their grandfather for the first time since losing their grandmother, they find the house quiet and their grandfather distant.

Taking inspiration from her grandmother, Susan steps into the role of storyteller, weaving enchanting tales in hopes of restoring the lost joy in her grandfather’s heart.

Directors: David Súkup, Patrik Pašš, Leon Vidmar and Jean-Claude Rozec.

Writers: Marek Král, Petr Krajícek, Patrik Pašš, Jerneja Kaja Balog, Maja Križnik and Blandine Jet.

Based on a book by Arnošt Goldflam.

‘How to Train Your Dragon’ (2025): Universal Pictures Releases Official Trailer and New Poster for Live-Action Adaptation

February 12, 2025 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Release date: June 13, 2025.

Synopsis: On the rugged isle of Berk, where Vikings and dragons have been bitter enemies for generations, Hiccup stands apart. The inventive yet overlooked son of Chief Stoick the Vast, Hiccup defies centuries of tradition when he befriends Toothless, a feared Night Fury dragon. Their unlikely bond reveals the true nature of dragons, challenging the very foundations of Viking society.

With the fierce and ambitious Astrid and the village’s quirky blacksmith Gobber by his side, Hiccup confronts a world torn by fear and misunderstanding.

As an ancient threat emerges, endangering both Vikings and dragons, Hiccup’s friendship with Toothless becomes the key to forging a new future. Together, they must navigate the delicate path toward peace, soaring beyond the boundaries of their worlds and redefining what it means to be a hero and a leader.

Written and directed by Dean DeBlois (How to Train Your Dragon trilogy, Lilo & Stitch). Inspired by Cressida Cowell’s book series.

‘Lilo & Stitch’ (2025) Super Bowl Commercial: Live-Action Remake Stars Maia Kealoha, Sydney Agudong and Zach Galifianakis

February 11, 2025 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Release date: May 23, 2025.

Synopsis: Lilo & Stitch is the funny and touching story of a lonely Hawaiian girl and the fugitive alien who helps to mend her broken family.

Directed by Dean Fleischer Camp (Marcel the Shell with Shoes On). Written by Chris Kekaniokalani Bright.

‘How to Train Your Dragon’ (2025) Super Bowl Commercial: Live- Action Remake Stars Mason Thames, Gerard Butler and Nick Frost

February 10, 2025 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Release date: June 13, 2025.

Synopsis: On the rugged isle of Berk, where Vikings and dragons have been bitter enemies for generations, Hiccup stands apart. The inventive yet overlooked son of Chief Stoick the Vast, Hiccup defies centuries of tradition when he befriends Toothless, a feared Night Fury dragon. Their unlikely bond reveals the true nature of dragons, challenging the very foundations of Viking society.

With the fierce and ambitious Astrid and the village’s quirky blacksmith Gobber by his side, Hiccup confronts a world torn by fear and misunderstanding.

As an ancient threat emerges, endangering both Vikings and dragons, Hiccup’s friendship with Toothless becomes the key to forging a new future. Together, they must navigate the delicate path toward peace, soaring beyond the boundaries of their worlds and redefining what it means to be a hero and a leader.

Written and directed by Dean DeBlois (How to Train Your Dragon trilogy, Lilo & Stitch). Inspired by Cressida Cowell’s book series.

Short Film Spotlight: Kakomando

February 9, 2025 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Watch: Kakomando on YouTube.

Synopsis: Kakomando is the leader of a group of mischievous kids free running on the streets of New Town. To complete their hideout on top of the old mining hill, the young commander must take a high risk to get the one thing missing to complete their dream.

Written and directed by:
Alexandra Bloch
Clémence Collignon
Louis Augustine Lubega
Bertil Toby Svanekiaer
Delaly Guy Corneille Tchocodo

Music by Aviram Spies.
Sound by Laurent Jimenez.

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‘Kiff’ Season 2 Trailer, Release Date, Synopsis, Poster and Cast List: John Stamos, Judy Greer and Diane Morgan Guest Star

February 8, 2025 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Release date: March 15, 2025 on Disney Channel and Summer, 2025 on Disney+.

Synopsis: In the second season, Kiff and Barry embark on adventures that take them deeper into their ever-eccentric community of Table Town, where animals and magical oddballs navigate life, school, relationships and the quirks of their offbeat and loveable universe.

Created by Lucy Heavens and Nic Smal.

Adult Swim’s ‘Oh My God…Yes! A Series of Extremely Relatable Circumstances’: Trailer, Release Date, Synopsis and Stills for New Sci-Fi Comedy Series

February 7, 2025 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Release date: March 9, 2025 on Adult Swim, next day on Max.

Synopsis: The series follows three women, Sunny, Tulip, and Ladi, who live in the not-so-distant future of South Central LA.

Created by Adele Williams (My Dad the Bounty Hunter), the quarter-hour adult animated comedy will debut with two back-to-back episodes.

‘Smurfs’ (2025) Official Trailer, Release Date, Synopsis, Poster and Cast List: Rihanna Stars in New Movie from the Director of ‘Puss in Boots’

February 6, 2025 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Release date: July 18, 2025.

Synopsis: When Papa Smurf is mysteriously taken by evil wizards, Razamel and Gargamel, Smurfette leads the Smurfs on a mission into the real world to save him. With the help of new friends, the Smurfs must discover what defines their destiny to save the universe.

Directed by Chris Miller (Puss in Boots). Written by Pam Brady (South Park).