Category: DVD/Blu-ray (Page 1 of 24)

Pixar’s ‘Hoppers’ Lands on Digital Platforms April 28, Followed by 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray and DVD on June 2

April 23, 2026 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Digital purchase release date: April 28, 2026 on Prime Video, Apple TV, Fandango at Home, Google Play and more.

4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray and DVD release date: June 2, 2026

Synopsis: Animal lover Mabel seizes an opportunity to use a new technology to ‘hop’ her consciousness into a lifelike robotic beaver and communicate directly with animals.

As she makes amazing discoveries, Mabel befriends a charismatic beaver and must rally the entire animal kingdom to face a major, imminent human threat.

Directed by Daniel Chong (We Bare Bears).

Written by Daniel Chong and Jesse Andrews (Luca).

‘Genndy Tartakovsky’s Primal: The Complete Third Season’ Blu-ray Cover Art and Release Date Revealed

March 31, 2026 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Blu-ray and DVD release date: June 30, 2026

Synopsis: The third season of Genndy Tartakovsky’s Primal opens with a shocking twist that resurrects Spear in a new form — stripped of memory and humanity — and forces him to roam a brutal, untamed world as a shadow of his former self.

As Spear battles savage landscapes and deadly foes, faint echoes of his past begin to stir, leading him toward an emotional and explosive reunion that will test the limits of survival.

Created by Genndy Tartakovsky.

Art direction by Scott Wills.

Music by Tyler Bates and Joanne Higginbottom.

Sound effects design by Joel Valentine.

‘Over the Garden Wall’ Coming to Blu-ray for the First Time on April 7

March 30, 2026 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Blu-ray release date: April 7, 2026

Synopsis: Over the Garden Wall follows half-brothers Wirt and Greg as they become lost in a strange, magical forest known as the Unknown. With the help of a bluebird named Beatrice, the pair travel through the eerie yet whimsical land in search of a way home.

Voice cast:
Elijah Wood as Wirt
Melanie Lynskey as Beatrice
Christopher Lloyd as the Woodsman
Chris Isaak as Enoch
John Cleese as as Quincy Endicott and Adelaide
Tim Curry as Auntie Whispers
Collin Dean as Greg
Jack Jones as Greg’s Frog
Samuel Ramey as the Beast
Thomas Lennon as Jimmy Brown

‘The Amazing World of Gumball: The Complete Series’ Coming to DVD for the First Time on May 5

March 26, 2026 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Release date: May 5, 2026

Synopsis: Join Gumball, Darwin, and the rest of the quirky residents of Elmore as they navigate school, life, and the most absurd situations imaginable.

From trips to Joyful Burger to classroom antics to surreal adventures, every episode delivers the show’s signature mix of unique animation styles, fast-paced comedy, and inventive storytelling.

The Amazing World of Gumball: The Complete Series includes all episodes from the Cartoon Network series across 15 discs plus “Darwin’s Yearbook” and “The Gumball Chronicles.”

Tune into Cartoon Network on May 5th for an all-day The Amazing World of Gumball marathon in honor of the DVD launch.

‘The Land of Sometimes’ Trailer and Release Date: Alisha Weir, Ewan McGregor and Helena Bonham Carter Star in Fantasy Adventure

February 26, 2026 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

North American release dates:
March 20–26, 2026 (Laemmle Glendale)
April 7, 2026 (Digital)
June 16, 2026 (DVD)

Synopsis: Twins Alfie and Elise get more than they bargained for after summoning the mysterious Wish Collector, an enigmatic character who whisks them away to The Land of Sometimes — an incredible place where all four seasons pass in just one day.

Granted with a total of six wishes, the pair soon learn that they’ll need to be careful what they wish for, embarking on a magical, musical journey filled with fantastical creatures and a truth that shines brighter than any wish: the power of family.

Directed by Leon Joosen.

Written by Tony Nottage and Marty Casella.

Based on the audiobook by Francesca Longrigg.

Original songs by Tim Rice, Pete Hobbs and Francesca Longrigg.

‘Tom and Jerry: The Golden Era Anthology (1940–1958)’ Brings Together 114 Shorts on Blu-ray & DVD

September 12, 2025 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Release date: December 2, 2025.

The Blu-ray release includes all 114 theatrical shorts in 1080p high definition, 20 audio commentaries, and a sixth disc with more than three hours of bonus features, including two all-new featurettes:

– Lady of the House: The Story of Mammy Two Shoes

– Animal Hijinks: The Friends and Foes of Tom

Also included is a collectible 28-page booklet with artwork and essays.

The DVD release includes all 114 shorts and 20 commentary tracks.

Three shorts — Casanova Cat, Mouse Cleaning and His Mouse Friday — are now completely remastered and uncut for the very first time.

‘The Bad Guys 2’ Digital Release Available to Buy or Rent; 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray & DVD Coming October 7

August 18, 2025 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Digital release date: August 19, 2025
4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray & DVD: October 7, 2025

Synopsis: The now-reformed Bad Guys are trying (very, very hard) to be good, but instead find themselves hijacked into a high-stakes, globe-trotting heist, masterminded by a new team of criminals they never saw coming: The Bad Girls.

Directed by Pierre Perifel.
Co-directed by JP Sans.
Screenplay by Yoni Brenner & Etan Cohen.
Based on the books by Aaron Blabey.

Bringing Indie Animation to Life: ‘StarBreaker,’ Whatatoon and the Future of Studio-Free Storytelling

August 1, 2025 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

In a media landscape dominated by major studios and corporate algorithms, a small but passionate collective of creators is proving that there’s still room for independent, creator-driven animation to shine.

Enter StarBreaker, a bold sci-fi animated series born from Latin America’s burgeoning animation scene. Heavily inspired by anime classics like Robotech and Gundam, StarBreaker is a passion project that has defied the odds — developed on a micro-budget and driven by a team that refused to let financial limitations get in the way of powerful storytelling and visual ambition.

After four years of production struggles, StarBreaker is fully completed — a rare feat in indie animation. The series comprises four action-packed 24-minute episodes, featuring dynamic mecha battles, cosmic stakes and a uniquely Latin American narrative voice. All that’s left now is to produce an English dub and manufacture the DVD and Blu-ray editions, bringing the story to a wider global audience.

But what is StarBreaker about?

‘Peanuts: 75th Anniversary Ultimate TV Specials Collection’ Brings Together 40 Remastered Classics on Blu-ray & DVD

July 31, 2025 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Release date: October 7, 2025 on Blu-ray and DVD.

Peanuts: 75th Anniversary Ultimate TV Specials Collection brings together nearly five decades of Peanuts TV specials, featuring 40 recently remastered classics — from A Charlie Brown Christmas (1965) to Happiness Is a Warm Blanket, Charlie Brown (2011).

The set also includes a 28-page booklet:

‘Aztec Batman: Clash of Empires’: English & Spanish Trailers Plus 4K Ultra HD Cover Art Revealed for New Batman Reimagining

July 29, 2025 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Release date: September 19, 2025 on Digital. September 23, 2025 on 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray and DVD.

Synopsis: In the time of the Aztec empire, tragedy strikes Yohualli Coatl, a young Aztec boy, when his father is murdered by Spanish conquistadors. To warn King Moctezuma and his high priest, Yoka, of imminent danger, Yohualli escapes to Tenochtitlán.

There, he trains in the temple of the bat god Tzinacan with his mentor, developing equipment and weaponry to confront the Spanish invasion and avenge his father’s death. Along the way, he encounters key figures like the fierce Jaguar Woman and the conquistador Hernán Cortés.

Spanish title: Batman Azteca: Choque De Imperios.

Directed by Juan Meza-Léon (Harley Quinn).

Written by Ernie Altbacker (Justice League Dark: Apokolips War).

‘Robot Chicken: The Complete Series’ Releasing This October: DVD Box Set Includes Specials Themed Around ‘Star Wars,’ ‘The Walking Dead’ and More

July 23, 2025 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Release date: October 21, 2025.

Robot Chicken: The Complete Series celebrates 20 years of the Adult Swim series that pioneered its own genre: late-night, quarter-hour stop-motion animated sketch comedy.

For the first time ever, 228 Robot Chicken episodes — including specials themed around DC, Star Wars, The Walking Dead, Archie Comics and Christmas — will be available in one definitive collection. Also included is an exclusive 20th anniversary bonus feature that includes many past guest stars.

Created and executive produced by Seth Green and Matthew Senreich, Robot Chicken has won six Emmys, three ASCAP awards and two Annie awards.

‘Lilo & Stitch’ (2025) Arrives on Digital, Loaded with All-New Bonus Features; 4K Ultra HD and Blu-ray Releases Set for August 26

July 21, 2025 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Release date: July 22, 2025 (digital) and August 26, 2025 (physical).

The billion-dollar-grossing Lilo & Stitch live-action remake is now available to rent or purchase on Digital platforms.

For fans who prefer physical media, the film is also set to arrive in just over a month in both a standard Blu-ray Combo Pack and a collectible Steelbook edition

Synopsis: When a lonely girl named Lilo adopts Stitch, an alien “puppy,” Stitch helps to mend Lilo’s broken family — but not without wreaking hilarious havoc on the Hawaiian Islands.

Directed by Dean Fleischer Camp.

Written by Chris Kekaniokalani Bright and Mike Van Waes.

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

February 26, 2025 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

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.

‘Watchmen Chapter II’ Official Trailer, Release Date, Synopsis and Cast List: Adaptation of Alan Moore’s Graphic Novel Comes to a Conclusion

October 17, 2024 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Release date: November 26, 2024 on Digital and December 3, 2024 on 4K Ultra HD and Blu-ray.

Synopsis: In an alternate world history shaped by superheroes, once-celebrated “costumed adventurers” have been banned by a society disenchanted with vigilantism.

Now, in 1985, the murder of The Comedian, a hero-turned-government operative, draws the attention of Rorschach, the last of the outlawed vigilantes.

Rorschach’s investigation embroils his retired colleagues, Nite Owl, Silk Spectre, Dr. Manhattan and Ozymandias, in conflict with their pasts, with each other and in a mystery that threatens their lives and a world on the brink of war.

‘The Wild Robot’ Arrives on Digital, Loaded with All-New Bonus Features; 4K Ultra HD and Blu-ray Releases Set for December 3

October 15, 2024 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Digital release date: October 15, 2024.
4K Ultra HD/Blu-ray release date: December 3, 2024.

Synopsis: Based on Peter Brown’s #1 New York Times bestseller, The Wild Robot follows the journey of a robot named Roz that is shipwrecked on an uninhabited island and must learn to adapt to the harsh surroundings, gradually building relationships with the animals on the island and becoming the adoptive parent of an orphaned gosling.

Written and directed by Chris Sanders (How to Train Your Dragon, The Croods).