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‘Lazarus’ Official Trailer: New Anime From ‘Cowboy Bebop’ Director Features Action Sequences Designed by ‘John Wick’ Director

Release date: April 5, 2025 on Adult Swim, next day on Max.

Synopsis: The year is 2052. The world looked to be on the verge of an unprecedented era of peace and stability, and the painkiller drug “Hapna” developed by a lauded neuroscientist Dr. Skinner had a lot to do with it.

Hapna spread throughout the world as a “miracle drug” with no side effects, freeing humanity from pain. Until, that is, Skinner suddenly disappears off the face of the earth. When he reemerges after three years, it is as a devil who brings countless deaths and the end of civilization.

Hapna turns out to be a drug that has a fatal, retroactive effect, one that appears three years after first taking it; it was a death-trap for anyone who took it, even once. Humanity will start dying off in 30 days. The only way to save the world is to acquire the cure that only Skinner holds.

“Lazarus” is a team of five agents gathered from various corners of the world to do just that. Can they save humanity? And what is Skinner’s true purpose?

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‘A Minecraft Movie’ Final Trailer and IMAX Poster: Jack Black Stars in Video Game Adaptation From ‘Napoleon Dynamite’ Director Jared Hess

Release date: April 4, 2025.

Synopsis: Garrett “The Garbage Man” Garrison, Henry, Natalie and Dawn find themselves struggling with ordinary problems when they are suddenly pulled through a mysterious portal into the Overworld: a bizarre, cubic wonderland that thrives on imagination.

To get back home, they’ll have to master this world and protect it from evil things like Piglins and Zombies, while embarking on a magical quest with an unexpected, expert crafter, Steve.

Together, their adventure will challenge all five to be bold and to reconnect with the qualities that make each of them uniquely creative… the very skills they need to thrive back in the real world.

Directed by Jared Hess (Nacho Libre, Napoleon Dynamite).

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‘Shrek 5’ Teaser: Zendaya Voices Shrek and Fiona’s Teenage Daughter Felicia

Release date: December 23, 2026.

Directed by Walt Dohrn (Trolls trilogy) and Conrad Vernon (Shrek 2, The Addams Family).

Co-directed by Brad Ableson (Minions: The Rise of Gru, The Simpsons).

Written by Michael McCullers (The Boss Baby, Hotel Transylvania 3).

Voice cast:
Mike Myers as Shrek
Eddie Murphy as Donkey
Cameron Diaz as Fiona
Zendaya as Felicia
Cody Cameron as Pinocchio

‘Batman Ninja vs. Yakuza League’: Trailer, Release Date, Synopsis, Japanese Cast and Cover Art Unveiled for Anime Sequel

Release date: March 18, 2025 on Digital and April 15, 2025 on 4K Ultra HD and Blu-ray.

Synopsis: The Batman Family has returned to present-day Gotham City after traveling back to the warring states period and saving history from being altered in the previous film, Batman Ninja.

The next day, they witness a startling event — the Japanese island has disappeared, and a giant island called ‘Hinomoto” appears in the sky over Gotham City. Soon, countless Yakuza descend from the sky and attack the people of Gotham City. And, the Justice League has disappeared.

Detecting a strange energy reaction in the sky, Batman heads for Hinomoto to find its underlying cause. There, the Dark Knight finds a world where the Yakuza war with each other, and brutality reigns without honor or humanity.

At the top of the world is the Yakuza League, a group of superpowered individuals, who look suspiciously like the Justice League. The Yakuza League is invading Gotham and, to save the city, Batman and his allies are in for the fight of their lives.

Directed by Junpei Mizusaki and Shinji Takagi. Written by Kazuki Nakashima.

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‘#1 Happy Family USA’: Trailer, Release Date and Cast Unveiled for Ramy Youssef’s Adult Animated Series for Prime Video

Release date: April 17, 2025 on Prime Video.

Synopsis: The series follows the maniacally upbeat Husseins — the most patriotic, most peaceful, and most definitely-not-suspicious Muslim family in post-9/11 ‘Amreeka.”

With satire and absurdity, it redefines finding humor in hardship as they navigate the early 2000s under the watchful eyes of their terrified neighbors.

Co-created by Ramy Youssef and Pam Brady.

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‘Giants of La Mancha’ Trailer: Family Adventure Inspired by the Classic Novel ‘Don Quixote’ Coming to UK and Ireland Cinemas

Release date (UK & Ireland): March 7, 2025.

Synopsis: Alfonso Quixote is an 11-year-old boy with a big imagination. As the rightful descendant and legitimate heir to Don Quixote, he is constantly protecting his beloved town in La Mancha from monsters, which no one else can see.

As a storm approaches, a shady businessman visits every home, offering families money to sell their houses.

Alfonso is suspicious and recruits his friends, Pancho and Victoria, and his imaginary friends, Bonjo, Strappers and Stix — three rabbits who always join Alfonso on his adventures.

Together, they head into the woods of La Mancha, hoping to catch the monster responsible for the storm.

Directed by Gonzalo Gutierrez.

Written by Carlos Kotkin, Pablo Biondi and Gonzalo Gutierrez.

Nickelodeon Announces ‘Avatar: Seven Havens’ Series and Confirms Release Date for Feature Film

Nickelodeon has announced Avatar: Seven Havens, a new series in the growing Avatar universe.

The 26-episode series, created by Avatar: The Last Airbender creators Michael DiMartino and Bryan Konietzko, will be split into two seasons.

The voice cast and release date haven’t been announced yet.

Synopsis: Avatar: Seven Havens is set in a world shattered by a devastating cataclysm. A young Earthbender discovers she’s the new Avatar after Korra — but in this dangerous era, that title marks her as humanity’s destroyer, not its savior.

Hunted by both human and spirit enemies, she and her long-lost twin must uncover their mysterious origins and save the Seven Havens before civilization’s last strongholds collapse.

The untitled animated Avatar movie will release in theaters on January 30, 2026. The cast includes Dave Bautista, Dionne Quan, Jessica Matten, Román Zaragoza, and Eric Nam.

‘Iyanu’ Official Trailer: New Cartoon Network Series Tells the Story of a Brave Orphan Living in a Nigeria-Inspired Magical Kingdom

Release date: April 5, 2025 on Cartoon Network. Next day on Max.

Synopsis: The series follows a teenage orphan girl, Iyanu, who spends her days studying history and ancient arts but yearns for a normal life.

One day, responding to danger, she unknowingly triggers her divine powers, the likes of which have not been seen since the Age of Wonders.

With newly discovered superpowers, Iyanu joins forces with two other teenagers, Biyi and Toye, as they embark on a journey to discover the truth about the evil lurking in her homeland.

Created by Roye Okupe, based on his graphic novel series Iyanu: Child of Wonder.

Voice cast:
Serah Johnson as Iyanu
Okey Jude as Biyi
Samuel Kugbiyi as Toye
Adesua Etomi-Wellington as Olori
Blossom Chukwujekwu as Kanfo
Stella Damasus as Sewa
Shaffy Bello as Emi
Ike Ononye as Elder Alapani

‘Wolf King’: Official Trailer, Release Date and Voice Cast Unveiled for Netflix Adaptation of Curtis Jobling’s ‘Wereworld’

Release date: March 20, 2025 on Netflix.

Synopsis: Set in a world where mortal man is ruled over by the Werelords, we will meet a 16-year-old shepherd boy Drew Ferran, a teen whose life is changed forever when he discovers he’s the last surviving Wolf King.

Directed by Tom Brass.

Based on Curtis Jobling’s Wereworld book series.

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Preschool Animated Series ‘Super Duper Bunny League’ From the Creators of ‘Bubble Guppies’ Debuts on Nick Jr. YouTube Channel

Release date: February 22, 2005 on YouTube, and April 19, 2025 on Nickelodeon.

Synopsis: In Super Duper Bunny League, a team of bunnies turned superheroes is ready to battle danger in all its forms as they defend Important City from their archnemesis (and accidental creator), the inept Dr. Fuzzleglove, and a ridiculous rogues’ gallery of cartoony villains.

Whether battling sweet-toothed space pirates, sizzling lava monsters, giant metal monkeys or hot dog-hungry dinosaurs, the Bunnies must combine their new superpowers to defend truth, justice, and especially free time to snack and chill.

Based on the comic book series by Jamie Smart. Executive produced by Robert Scull (Bubble Guppies) and Jonny Belt (The Backyardigans).

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

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).

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

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).

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

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.

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