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

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.

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Short Film Spotlight: Kakomando

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

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.

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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

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.

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

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).

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‘Plankton: The Movie’: Official Trailer, Release Date, Synopsis, Cast and Poster for Netflix’s New ‘SpongeBob SquarePants’ Movie

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.

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‘Hot Wheels Let’s Race’ Season 3: Trailer, Release Date, Synopsis, Poster and Stills for Netflix’s Action-Packed Children’s Series

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.

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‘Goldie’ Trailer, Release Date, Synopsis and Cast List: Apple TV+ Animated Series Premieres Valentine’s Day

Release date: February 14, 2025 on Apple TV+.

Synopsis: Come along with Goldie, a giant girl with a big heart, as she sets off on epic adventures with her best friends in their beloved town of Boysenberg.

Across 13 half-hour episodes, together they learn that being different is something to celebrate, and that there’s space for everyone in this world — even giants.

Created by Emily Brundige.

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‘Barbie & Teresa: Recipe for Friendship’ Official Trailer, Release Date and Synopsis

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.

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Official Trailer: ‘The Lion King at the Hollywood Bowl’ 30th Anniversary Concert Starring Jennifer Hudson, Nathan Lane and Lebo M

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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‘Lil Kev’ Animated Series Inspired by Kevin Hart’s Childhood and Comedy Coming to BET+

Release date: Spring, 2025 on BET+.

Synopsis: Set in 1993 North Philadelphia, the adult animated series Lil Kev follows 12-year-old Kevin Hart, whose wild imagination and unshakable optimism constantly collide with his neighborhood’s harsh realities.

At the same time, his no-nonsense mother Nancy juggles night shifts as an E.R. nurse while waging a one-woman war to keep Kev on track — no easy feat with his mischievous older brother Robert blazing all the wrong trails, his trainwreck father Henry’s outrageous attempts to win Nancy back, and his ex-con uncle Richard Jr.’s questionable life advice.

Through it all, Lil Kev navigates his rocky upbringing with humor, hustle, and heart, surrounded by the unforgettable characters who will propel him to comedy superstardom.

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‘Ada’ Now Streaming on TED-Ed’s YouTube Channel: Adventure Series Explores Artificial Intelligence and Other New Technologies

Synopsis: Ada juggles two worlds she struggles to keep separate: her daily reality as a library assistant and her imagination, where she explores how different transformative technologies could shape the future.

Along for the ride on these adventures are her boss, her grandmother, and unsuspecting visitors to the library.

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‘RoboForce: The Animated Series’ Official Trailer, Release Date and Synopsis: Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson Executive Produces Series Based on 1980s Toys

Release date: April, 2025 on Tubi.

Synopsis: In 2089 Detroit, Soraya Aviram’s RoboForce debuts with plans to assist a new intergalactic society on Earth.

Unfortunately, the same day as the announcement, Soraya’s rival, Silas Duke, reveals his new Utopia Aegis 101 line of bots, which makes RoboForce immediately obsolete.

RoboForce splits up and is forced into menial jobs for 15 years without hope of ever being heroes… Until suddenly, the Utopia Aegis 101 bots turn on humanity and only RoboForce can stop them.

Written by Gavin Hignight (Transformers: Earthspark) and Tom Stern (Saving Bikini Bottom: The Sandy Cheeks Movie).

Directed by Brian Volk-Weiss (Biker Mice from Mars).

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