Category: Films (Page 5 of 89)

Stephen Curry’s ‘GOAT’: New Trailer and Character Posters Unveiled for Sports Comedy from ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ Artists

November 28, 2025 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Release date: February 13, 2026.

Synopsis: The story follows Will, a small goat with big dreams who gets a once-in-a-lifetime shot to join the pros and play roarball — a high-intensity, co-ed, full-contact sport dominated by the fastest, fiercest animals in the world.

Will’s new teammates aren’t thrilled about having a little goat on their roster, but Will is determined to revolutionize the sport and prove once and for all that “smalls can ball!”

Directed by Tyree Dillihay (Bob’s Burgers, Good Times).

Co-directed by Adam Rosette (The Wild Robot, The Bad Guys).

Written by Aaron Buchsbaum and Teddy Riley, creators of the Prime Video series Fairfax.

Produced by NBA star Stephen Curry.

First Look at ‘Swapped’ Starring Michael B. Jordan and Juno Temple: A Bird and a Woodland Creature Switch Bodies in Netflix Comedy

November 18, 2025 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Release date: May 1, 2026 on Netflix

Synopsis: A buddy comedy about a small woodland creature and a majestic bird — natural sworn enemies of The Valley — who suddenly swap bodies and must team up to survive the wildest adventure of their lives.

Directed by Nathan Greno (Tangled).

Written by John Whittington, Adam Karp, Nathan Greno, Christian Magalhaes and Robert Snow.

Music by Siddhartha Khosla.

Swapped was formerly titled Pookoo.

Live-Action ‘Moana’ Teaser Trailer and Release Date Revealed: Dwayne Johnson Returns as Maui, Catherine Laga’aia Debuts as Moana

November 17, 2025 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Release date: July 10, 2026.

Synopsis: Moana answers the Ocean’s call and, for the first time, voyages beyond the reef of her island of Motunui with the infamous demigod Maui on an unforgettable journey to restore prosperity to her people.

Directed by Thomas Kail (Hamilton).

Original Songs by Lin-Manuel Miranda, Opetaia Foa’i and Mark Mancina.

Original Score by Mark Mancina.

Auli’i Cravalho, voice of Moana in the animated movies, is one of the executive producers.

‘The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants’ Official Trailer: The Bikini Bottom Gang Returns for an Epic Underworld Adventure

November 14, 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 movie features an original track by Ice Spice titled “Big Guy.”

‘The Super Mario Galaxy Movie’ Trailer: Brie Larson and Benny Safdie Cast as Rosalina and Bowser Jr.

November 13, 2025 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

U.S. theatrical release date: April 1, 2026.

The Super Mario Galaxy Movie is the sequel to The Super Mario Bros. Movie, which was released in 2023 and earned more than $1.3 billion worldwide.

Directed by Aaron Horvath and Michael Jelenic.

Written by Matthew Fogel.

Produced by Chris Meledandri of Illumination and Shigeru Miyamoto of Nintendo.

Voice cast:
Chris Pratt as Mario
Anya Taylor-Joy as Princess Peach
Charlie Day as Luigi
Jack Black as Bowser
Keegan-Michael Key as Toad
Kevin Michael Richardson as Kamek
Brie Larson as Rosalina
Benny Safdie as Bowser Jr.
Donald Glover as Yoshi
Luis Guzman as Wart
Issa Rae as Honey Queen
Glen Powell as Fox McCloud

‘Toy Story 5’ Teaser Trailer and Poster Revealed: Woody, Buzz Lightyear and Jessie Face Off Against Bonnie’s New Tablet

November 12, 2025 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Release date: June 19, 2026.

Synopsis: In Toy Story 5, fans are introduced to Lilypad, a high-tech frog-shaped smart tablet that makes Buzz, Woody, Jessie and the rest of the gang’s jobs exponentially harder when they have to go head to head with the all-new threat to playtime.

Directed by Andrew Stanton (WALL-E, Finding Nemo).

Co-directed by Kenna Harris (Ciao Alberto).

Produced by Lindsey Collins (WALL-E, Turning Red).

‘Tainá and the Amazon’s Guardians – In Search of the Blue Arrow’ Teaser Trailer: Animated Brazilian Movie Emphasizes the Importance of Rainforest Preservation

November 11, 2025 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Release date: TBD, 2026.

Synopsis: Tainá trains alongside the ancient and wise Master Aí to become the Guardian of the Amazon. But when she loses the Blue Arrow, her future is put at risk.

As she sets out to recover it, Tainá meets Catu, Pepe, and Suri. Together, they become the Guardians of the Amazon and work to complete their mission: find the Blue Arrow and stop a great evil from burning the forest and destroying the entire Amazon.

Directed by Alê Camargo and Jordan Nugem.

Written by Gustavo Colombo.

Based on the Brazilian television series Taina and the Amazon’s Guardians.

Portuguese title: Tainá e os Guardiões da Amazônia – Em Busca da Flecha Azul.

‘Cosmic Princess Kaguya!’ Official Trailer, Release Date, Cast and Poster Revealed: Anime Inspired by Japanese Folktale Heads to Netflix

November 5, 2025 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Release date: January 22, 2026 on Netflix.

Synopsis: Iroha Sakayori is a busy high school student whose only escape is the popular online virtual world, Tsukuyomi. Here, people use clones to live out their dreams and pursue creative freedom.

But Iroha’s ordinary life in Tokyo is suddenly flipped upside down when she finds a baby emerging from a glowing utility pole.

The infant quickly grows into a girl her own age, forcing Iroha to face an unbelievable question: Is this girl the modern-day Princess Kaguya?

Directed by Shingo Yamashita, who makes his feature-length directing debut. He previously directed the opening sequences for Jujutsu Kaisen, Chainsaw Man and Urusei Yatsura.

Inspired by The Tale of the Bamboo Cutter, an ancient Japanese folktale.

Music by ryo (supercell), kz (livetune), 40mP, HoneyWorks, Aqu3ra and yuigot.

Owen Wilson Stars in ‘Charlie the Wonderdog’: Trailer, Release Date, Clips, Synopsis & Poster Revealed

November 3, 2025 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Release date: January 16, 2026.

Synopsis: Charlie, a beloved family dog, is mysteriously abducted by aliens and gifted superpowers. He then sets out to fulfill his destiny and protect the people he loves — only to learn that real heroism comes from courage, kindness and believing in yourself.

Directed and produced by Shea Wageman.

Written by Raul Inglis, Steve Ball and Shea Wageman.

‘Little Amélie or the Character of Rain’: English Trailer, Release Date, Voice Cast and Poster Revealed

October 31, 2025 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Release date: October 31, 2025 in select markets. Nationwide on November 7, 2025.

Synopsis: The world is a perplexing, peaceful mystery to Amélie until a miraculous encounter with chocolate ignites her wild sense of curiosity.

As she develops a deep attachment to her family’s housekeeper, Nishio-san, Amélie discovers the wonders of nature as well as the emotional truths hidden beneath the surface of her family’s idyllic life as foreigners in post-war Japan.

Directed by Maïlys Vallade and Liane-Cho Han.

Written by Liane-Cho Han, Aude Py, Maïlys Vallade and Eddine Noël.

Adapted from the autobiographical novel by Amélie Nothomb

‘Zootopia 2’ Final Trailer and IMAX Poster Revealed As Tickets Become Available for Advance Purchase

October 27, 2025 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Release date: November 26, 2025.

Synopsis: Detectives Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde find themselves on the twisting trail of a mysterious reptile who arrives in Zootopia and turns the mammal metropolis upside down.

To crack the case, Judy and Nick must go undercover to unexpected new parts of town, where their growing partnership is tested like never before.

Written by Jared Bush.

Directed by Jared Bush and Byron Howard.

Tickets are available on the IMAX website.

‘David’ Official Trailer, Release Date and Poster: Animated Musical Brings the Epic Biblical Story to Life

October 23, 2025 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Release date: December 19, 2025.

Synopsis: In a kingdom torn by fear and corruption, a shepherd boy is called to stand against a giant and the darkness behind him.

With nothing but faith, courage, and a sling, he defies an empire and awakens the heart of a nation.

From the quiet hills of Bethlehem to the roar of the battlefield, his journey will shape kings, test hearts, and reveal that the greatest strength is found in trust, not power.

Directed by Phil Cunningham and Brent Dawes.

‘All You Need Is Kill’ Anime Adaptation: Trailer, Release Date and Cast Revealed

October 17, 2025 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Japanese release date: January 9, 2026.

U.S. release date: January 16, 2026.

Synopsis: Set in the year 20XX, All You Need Is Kill follows the story of Rita, a resourceful but isolated young woman volunteering to help rebuild Japan after the mysterious appearance of a massive alien flower known as “Darol.”

When Darol unexpectedly erupts in a deadly event, unleashing monstrous creatures that decimate the population, Rita is caught in the destruction and killed. But then she wakes up again. And again.

Caught in an endless time loop, Rita must navigate the trauma and repetition of death until she crosses paths with Keiji, a shy young man trapped in the same cycle.

Together, they fight to break free from the loop and find meaning in the chaos around them.

Directed by Kenichiro Akimoto.

Co-directed by Yukinori Nakamura.

Written by Yuichiro Kido.

Based on the light novel by Hiroshi Sakurazaka.

‘The Twits’ Trailer, Release Date and Voice Cast: New Roald Dahl Adaptation from ‘Ralph Breaks the Internet’ Director Comes to Netflix

October 7, 2025 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Release date: October 17, 2025 on Netflix.

Synopsis: The Twits tells the story of Mr. and Mrs. Twit, the meanest, smelliest, nastiest people in the world who also happen to own and operate the most disgusting, most dangerous, most idiotic amusement park in the world, Twitlandia.

But when the Twits rise to power in their town, two brave children and a family of magical Muggle-Wumps, are forced to become as tricky as the Twits in order to save the city.

Directed by Phil Johnston (Zootopia, Ralph Breaks the Internet).

Written by Phil Johnston and Meg Favreau (Strawberry Shortcake: Berry in the Big City).

Co-directed by Katie Shanahan (Centaurworld) and Todd Demong (How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World).

Animation by Jellyfish Pictures (The Boss Baby, The Bad Guys).

‘Death Stranding Mosquito’ Teaser Trailer: Anime Film Expands Hideo Kojima’s Video Game Universe

October 6, 2025 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Release date: TBD

Video game synopses: Death Stranding was released in 2019 and has sold over 20 million copies worldwide. It features performances from Norman Reedus, Mads Mikkelsen, Léa Seydoux, Guillermo Del Toro and more. As Sam Porter Bridges, your mission is to deliver hope to humanity by connecting the last survivors of a decimated America.

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach was released this past June and added Elle Fanning to the cast. Players were able to rejoin Sam and his companions as they journey across Australia on a new journey to save humanity from extinction and discover the answer to the haunting question: Should we have connected?

Produced by Hideo Kojima.

Directed by Hiroshi Miyamoto.

Written by Aaron Guzikowski (Raised by Wolves).