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‘Iyanu: The Age of Wonders’ Movie Teaser Trailer and Release Date, Plus a Sneak Peek at ‘Iyanu’ Season 2

July 28, 2025 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Release date: August 30, 2025 on Cartoon Network. Next day on HBO Max.

Synopsis: Set 500 years before the rise of Iyanu, The Age of Wonders transports viewers to Yorubaland at the height of its magical civilization.

When Meje — the embodiment of the seven deadly sins — emerges, young warriors Dara and Ishe must stop the coming Age of Darkness.

Their only hope lies with the Divine Ones, legendary beings who once walked the earth and upheld the balance between light and shadow.

Iyanu: The Age of Wonders is the first of two movies set in the Iyanu universe.

Directed by Roye Okupe.
Written by Roye Okupe and Brandon Easton.

‘Mononoke the Movie: Chapter II – The Ashes of Rage’ Official Trailer, Release Date, Synopsis and Cast List

July 27, 2025 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Release date: August 14, 2025 on Netflix.

Directed by Kenji Nakamura and Kiyotaka Suzuki. Written by Yasumi Atarashi.

Synopsis: Shortly after the intense showdown in Mononoke the Movie: The Phantom in the Rain, the Medicine Seller appears once again in the inner chambers of the Ooku. Within, dynamics are shifting in the wake of the previous incident.

Otomo Botan, a woman from a distinguished family, succeeds Utayama as the new director and begins enforcing a strict leadership style rooted in discipline and balance. This creates growing tension between her and Fuki, a seasoned courtesan who once enjoyed the exclusive favor of the emperor, causing a rift that deepens with each passing day.

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‘Ne Zha 2’ Official Trailer: A24 Sets Theatrical Release of English-Dubbed Chinese Blockbuster, Starring Oscar Winner Michelle Yeoh

July 25, 2025 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Release date: August 22, 2025.

Synopsis: A rebellious young boy, Ne Zha, is feared by the gods and born to mortal parents with wild, uncontrolled powers.

Now faced with an ancient force intent on destroying humanity, he must grow up to become the hero the world needs.

Directed by Yu Yang.

Voice cast:
Crystal Lee as Ne Zha
Aleks Le as Ao Bing
Michelle Yeoh as Lady Yin
Vincent Rodriguez III as Li Jing
Damien Haas as Deero

‘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.

Genndy Tartakovsky’s ‘Fixed’: Uncensored Teaser Trailer Unveiled for Raunchy Comedy from the Creator of ‘Samurai Jack’ and ‘Primal’

July 17, 2025 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Release date: August 13, 2025 on Netflix.

Synopsis: Fixed is an adult animated comedy about Bull, an average, all-around good dog who discovers he’s going to be neutered in the morning!

As the gravity of this life-altering event sets in, Bull realizes he needs one last adventure with his pack of best friends as these are the last 24 hours before the procedure.

Directed by Genndy Tartakovsky, creator of Dexter’s Laboratory, Samurai Jack and Primal.

Written by Genndy Tartakovsky, Jon Vitti, Steve Greenberg and Rich Lufrano.

Pixar’s ‘Hoppers’: Teaser Trailer, Release Date and Key Art Revealed for Robotic Animal Adventure

July 16, 2025 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Release date: March 6, 2026.

Synopsis: In Hoppers, scientists have discovered how to “hop” human consciousness into lifelike robotic animals, allowing people to communicate with animals as animals.

Using the new technology, Mabel will uncover mysteries within the animal world that are beyond anything she could have imagined.

Directed by Daniel Chong (We Bare Bears).

Written by Chong and Jesse Andrews (Luca).

Produced by Nicole Grindle (Incredibles 2).

‘Boys Go to Jupiter’ Trailer, Release Date, Synopsis and Cast: Indie Film Animated in Just 90 Days Marks Director’s Feature Debut

July 12, 2025 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Release date: August 8, 2025 (IFC Center in New York) and August 15, 2025 (Laemmle Theatres in Glendale, CA), with more locations to follow.

Synopsis: It’s the day after Christmas in suburban Florida and Billy 5000 and his friends pass the seemingly endless days by slacking, shoplifting, and beatboxing.

In between lounging on the beach and sneaking into pools, Billy spends his time hustling on the food-on-demand app Grubster, desperate to make $5,000 before New Year’s Eve.

As he darts around the city delivering to a series of oddball characters, a routine stop at the mysterious Dolphin Groves Juice Company leads to a run-in with his former classmate and crush, Rozebud, and a surprise backpack stowaway, Donut — a bizarre creature from another world.

But Dr. Dolphin, the powerful orange juice CEO, will do anything to get Donut back, and Billy is forced to make hard choices about love, friendship, and how far he’ll go for financial security in a world ruled by capitalism.

Written and directed by Julian Glander.

‘The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants’: Teaser Trailer, Release Date, Synopsis, Cast and Posters Revealed for SpongeBob’s Underworld Adventure

July 9, 2025 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Release date: December 19, 2025.

Synopsis: Desperate to be a big guy, SpongeBob sets out to prove his bravery to Mr. Krabs by following The Flying Dutchman, a mysterious swashbuckling ghost pirate, on a seafaring adventure that takes him to the deepest depths of the deep sea, where no Sponge has gone before.

Directed by Derek Drymon.

Written by Pam Brady, Matt Lieberman, Marc Ceccarelli and Kaz.

‘The Cat in the Hat’ Trailer, Release Date, Synopsis and Cast Revealed: Bill Hader and Xochitl Gomez Star in Animated Dr. Seuss Classic

July 2, 2025 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Release date: February 27, 2026.

Synopsis: The Cat in the Hat takes on his toughest assignment yet for the I.I.I.I. (Institute for the Institution of Imagination and Inspiration, LLC): to cheer up Gabby and Sebastian, a pair of siblings struggling with their move to a new town.

Known for taking things too far, this could be his last chance to prove himself… or lose his magical hat!

Written and directed by Alessandro Carloni and Erica Rivinoja.

‘Smurfs’ (2025) Reboot: Character Posters and New Clips Unveiled for Animated Movie Starring Rihanna

June 30, 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).

‘In Your Dreams’: Teaser Trailer, Release Date and Key Art Revealed for New Netflix Comedy Adventure

June 12, 2025 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Release date: November 14, 2025 on Netflix.

Synopsis: In Your Dreams is a comedy adventure that follows Stevie and her brother Elliot as they journey into the absurd landscape of their own dreams.

If the siblings can withstand a snarky stuffed giraffe, zombie breakfast foods, and the queen of nightmares, the Sandman will grant them their ultimate dream come true… the perfect family.

Directed by Alex Woo.
Co-Directed by Erik Benson.
Written by Erik Benson, Alex Woo and Stanley Moore.

‘Animal Farm’ First Look: Andy Serkis Directs Seth Rogen in New Adaptation of Orwell’s Satirical Novella

June 9, 2025 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

World premiere date: June 9, 2025 at the Annecy International Animation Film Festival. A theatrical release date will be announced at a later date.

Synopsis: When a group of farm animals rebel and drive their neglectful farmer off the land, life is good, and the dream of a free, equitable future feels within reach.

But power struggles among some of literature’s most infamous characters soon unfold, and the realities of living in a world designed for mankind complicate and corrupt their original vision and intentions.

Directed by Andy Serkis (Venom: Let There Be Carnage, Mowgli: Legend of the Jungle).

Written by Nicholas Stoller, Rupert Wyatt and Andy Serkis.

Based on the novella by George Orwell.

‘Dog of God’ Trailer, Release Date, Synopsis and Cast: Animated Werewolf Film Will Leave You Speechless

June 5, 2025 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Intended for mature audiences.

Release date: TBD (2025/2026)

Synopsis: In a 17th-century Swedish Livonian village, constant rain and drunkenness prevail.

When a stolen relic sparks witchcraft accusations, an 80-year-old self-proclaimed werewolf named the Dog of God arrives with a mysterious gift: The Devil’s Balls.

This triggers a chain of unexpected events that climaxes in a wild sexual rave party, transforming the village into a frenzy of unleashed desires.

Voice cast:
Jurgis Spulenieks
Kristians Karelins
Einars Repse
Agate Krista
Regnars Vaivars
Armands Bergis

Directed by Lauris Abele and Raitis Abele.

Written by Lauris Abele, Raitis Abele, Ivo Briedis and Harijs Grundmanis.

‘Grand Prix of Europe’ Official Trailer: Studio Behind ‘Hitpig!’ and ‘Night of the Zoopocalypse’ Shifts Into Gear for a Racing Adventure

May 28, 2025 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

North American release date: August 22, 2025.

Synopsis: Edda, a young mouse, dreams of racing glory. When Edda’s world takes an unexpected turn, she disguises herself as her racing idol, the legendary Ed, and seizes the once-in-a-lifetime chance to drive in the Grand Prix.

What starts as a daring stunt becomes the ride of her life as she takes Ed’s place in competition. The prize money would save her family’s amusement park and a win would save Ed’s title.

Directed by Waldemar Fast.

Written by Kirstie Falkous, Jeffrey Hylton, John T. Reynolds and Ben Alexander Safier.

Pixar Unveils Final ‘Elio’ Trailer and New Posters Ahead of June 20 Release

May 27, 2025 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Release date: June 20, 2025.

Synopsis: Elio is a space fanatic with an active imagination and a huge alien obsession who’s beamed up to the Communiverse, an interplanetary organization with representatives from galaxies far and wide.

There, Elio is mistakenly identified as Earth’s leader and must form new bonds with alien lifeforms, navigate an intergalactic crisis, and somehow discover who and where he is truly meant to be.

Directed by Madeline Sharafian (Burrow), Domee Shi (Turning Red) and Adrian Molina (Coco).

Written by Julia Cho, Mark Hammer and Mike Jones.