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.
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).
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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).
Release date: March 7, 2025 on Netflix.
Synopsis: When Plankton’s latest evil scheme is thwarted, Bikini Bottom and the surface world become threatened by an unexpected danger. Now, before Plankton can take over the world, he’s going to have to save it.
Directed by Dave Needham. Written by Kaz, Chris Viscardi and Mr. Lawrence.
Release date: March 3, 2025 on Netflix.
Synopsis: Rival racer Cruise takes the lead with her new ultra-powerful Track Blasters, winning the keys to the Ultimate Garage for her villainous dad, Professor Rearview.
But Coop and his friends aren’t giving up. They fight back at every turn, and when the Professor challenges them to a final winner-takes-all race, the stakes are higher than ever.
The campers must embrace their challenger spirit to win the Ultimate Garage and stop Professor Rearview and his monsters for good!
Developed by Rob David, Melanie Shannon and Jordan Gershowitz.
Release date: March 6, 2025 on Netflix.
Synopsis: Barbie “Brooklyn” Roberts, Barbie “Malibu” Roberts, and best friends Teresa and Nikki head to the Big Apple for spring break to help with the launch of Teresa:s cousin’s new restaurant.
Taking inspiration from her family recipes, Teresa and her friends learn about her Mexican heritage as they prepare for the big opening.
Release date: February 7, 2025 on Disney+.
In honor of the film’s 30th anniversary, the Hollywood Bowl transformed into the Pride Lands for a concert featuring a reunion of the original voice cast alongside performances by cast members of the Broadway show.
The Lion King at the Hollywood Bowl includes performances with a 70-person orchestra, a troupe of dancers, state-of-the-art projection mapping images and the Broadway show’s award-winning costumes and puppetry.
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