Category: Trailers (Page 6 of 115)

‘Inside Out Classic’: Rangers vs. Capitals NHL Game Gets Animated on ESPN+ and Disney Platforms

March 27, 2026 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

ESPN, Disney, Pixar and the National Hockey League (NHL) are teaming up to bring fans Inside Out Classic, a real-time, animated NHL telecast featuring the Washington Capitals vs. New York Rangers on Sunday, April 5 at 7 p.m. ET.

ESPN+, Disney+, Disney Channel, and Disney XD will present the real-time, animated telecast, while the traditional telecast will be available on ESPN.

Inside Out Classic will feature virtually created real-time animation of the action between the Washington Capitals and the New York Rangers modeled after characters from Pixar’s Inside Out franchise.

Inside Out voice talent will also be featured in the animated presentation, including Phyllis Smith (Sadness), Lewis Black (Anger), Tony Hale (Fear), and Maya Hawke (Anxiety).

‘Devil May Cry’ Season 2 Official Trailer, Release Date, Posters and Stills: Dante and Vergil Face Off in Epic Clash

March 25, 2026 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Release date: May 12, 2026 on Netflix

Series synopsis: Sinister forces are at play at the portal between the human and demon realms. In the middle of it all is Dante, an orphaned demon hunter for hire, unaware that the fate of both worlds hangs around his neck.

Created and executive produced by Adi Shankar.

Animated by Studio Mir (The Legend of Korra, The Witcher: Nightmare of the Wolf).

Devil May Cry is based on the game created by Hideki Kamiya and developed by Capcom.

‘Decorado’ Trailer, Release Date, Synopsis and Poster: GKIDS Acquires North American Rights for Alberto Vázquez’s Dark Comedy

March 24, 2026 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Release date: May 15, 2026

Synopsis: Something is wrong in the city of Anywhere. Arnold, an unemployed middle-aged mouse, confides to his wife Maria that he suspects his entire world is nothing more than a set, and his life a scripted performance.

When his best friend Ramiro dies under mysterious circumstances, he traces the conspiracy to a monolithic corporation whose influence reaches every corner of their daily lives.

Directed by Alberto Vázquez (Birdboy: The Forgotten Children, Unicorn Wars).

Written by F. Xavier Manuel (Jasmine & Jambo) and Alberto Vázquez.

Music by Joseba Beristain.

Live-Action ‘Moana’ Official Trailer and Poster Revealed: Dwayne Johnson Returns as Maui, Joins Newcomer Catherine Laga’aia as Moana

March 23, 2026 / 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.

‘My Brother the Minotaur’: Official Trailer, Release Date, Synopsis and Cast Unveiled for New Apple TV Series

March 19, 2026 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Release date: April 24, 2026 on Apple TV

Synopsis: A mix of folklore, mystery and adventure about a young minotaur (half boy, half bull) found and raised in the human world.

With the help of his loyal human brother, he recruits a group of friends to uncover the mystery of his minotaur past and fulfill his destiny, all while battling dark forces determined to see him fail.

Created by Donal Mangan.

Directed by Maurice Joyce.

‘Bluey’s Big Play – The Stage Show’: Special TV Version of the Theatrical Production Comes to Disney+

March 14, 2026 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Release date: March 16, 2026 on Disney+

Synopsis: Bluey’s Big Play – The Stage Show is a special televised version of the touring theatrical production, featuring live performances of Bluey characters brought to life by puppeteers, with an original story by creator Joe Brumm and new music by Joff Bush.

Disney also announced that a collection of 10 Bluey Minisodes, previously only available online and in Australia, will be available for the first time on Disney+ beginning May 20.

The collection includes: Humpty Dumpty, Green Bottles, Flying Saucer, Tea Party, Pea Pod Sausages, Old Macdonald, Honk, Lollipop Song, Cinderella, and Make Mum Laugh.

‘Rick and Morty’ Season 9 Trailers, Stills and TV, DVD & Blu-ray Release Dates

March 12, 2026 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

U.S. release date: May 24, 2026 on Adult Swim

Streaming: June 15, 2026 on HBO Max & Hulu

Blu-ray and DVD: November 3, 2026

Synopsis: Rick and Morty is back, baby! Season 9 is all certified bangers. No AI slop! Just Grade A organic slop, made by real humans with real human traits like back hair and cysts. Please watch, or we’ll have neglected our families for nothing.

Executive Produced by Dan Harmon and Scott Marder, who also serves as showrunner.

Voice cast:
Ian Cardoni as Rick Sanchez
Harry Belden as Morty
Sarah Chalke as Beth
Chris Parnell as Jerry
Spencer Grammer as Summer

‘Rooster Fighter’ Anime Trailer and Release Date: Action Comedy Manga Gets Adaptation on Adult Swim, Hulu and Disney+

March 11, 2026 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Release date: March 14, 2026 on Adult Swim. Next day on Hulu (U.S.) and Disney+ (International).

Synopsis: Keiji is more than just an ordinary rooster — he’s humanity’s greatest defender! When strange creatures suddenly appear and start attacking, he confronts them head-on. His opponents may be ten stories tall, but nothing is bigger than his stout heart and his fearsome battle cry — “Kokekokko!”

Adult Swim will air the 12-episode series in English every Saturday evening at midnight.

Directed by Daisuke Suzuki.

Written by Hiroshi Seko.

Music composed by Tetsuya Takahashi.

Based on the manga by Shu Sakuratani.

‘The Super Mario Galaxy Movie’ Final Trailer: Donald Glover, Luis Guzmán and Issa Rae Will Voice Yoshi, Wart and Honey Queen

March 10, 2026 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

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

Japanese release date: April 24, 2026

Directed by Aaron Horvath and Michael Jelenic.

Written by Matthew Fogel.

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

Original score by Brian Tyler.

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 Guzmán as Wart
Issa Rae as Honey Queen
Glen Powell as Fox McCloud

‘Wonder Pets: In the City’ Season 2 Trailer and Release Date: Apple TV Musical Adventure Series Returns with 13 New Episodes

March 6, 2026 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Release date: March 20, 2026 on Apple TV

Synopsis: By day, they’re classroom pets living in a New York City kindergarten, but when animals need help, Izzy, Tate and Zuri travel all around the globe in their amazing “Jetcar” to rescue animals in musical, mini-opera-themed adventures.

No matter the challenge, they always remember to combine their talents and abilities and work together to save the day — because together, there’s nothing they can’t do!

Developed by Jennifer Oxley.

Based on the original Wonder Pets! series created by Josh Selig.

Voice cast:
Victoria Scola-Giampapa as Izzy
Christopher Sean Cooper Jr. as Tate
Vanessa Huszar as Zuri

‘Magicampers’ Preschool Series Coming to Disney Platforms: Trailer, Release Date, Synopsis, Theme Song and Poster Revealed

March 4, 2026 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Release date: March 23, 2026 on Disney Jr. and Disney Jr. On Demand, with six episodes streaming the next day on Disney+ in the U.S. and select regions internationally.

Synopsis: Magicampers follows the adventures of best friends Darly and Loomis at a day camp for magical creatures on a fantastical island.

Darly is half-pig and half-Pegasus, Loomis is half-donkey and half-unicorn, and their young friends are also mythical mashups of all stripes.

Every day, they go on incredible journeys of discovery and dream of becoming legendary, having their stories told and retold for all time.

At the heart of the series, Darly and Loomis will learn that becoming a legend isn’t about mastering magic powers or winning the biggest prize — it’s about understanding and accepting yourself and others and working together with all kinds of friends.

Created by Obie Scott Wade.

Directed by Daniel Dubuis.

Written by Ashley Mendoza, Simon Nicholson and Elizabeth Kamir.

Original Music by Christophe Henrotte.

‘Zootopia 2’ Disney+ Release Date Set for March 11

March 3, 2026 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Disney+ release date: March 11, 2026

Synopsis: After cracking the biggest case in Zootopia’s history, rookie cops Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde find their partnership isn’t as solid as they thought when Chief Bogo orders them to join the Partners in Crisis counseling program.

But it doesn’t take long for their partnership to be put to the ultimate test when they find themselves on the twisting trail of a mystery tied to the arrival of a venomous snake in the animal metropolis.

Written by Jared Bush.

Directed by Jared Bush and Byron Howard.

Zootopia 2 has grossed $1.859 billion as of March 3, 2026.

‘BeddyByes’ Premieres on Disney Platforms: Cozy Preschool Series Supports Healthy Sleeping Habits

March 2, 2026 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Release date: March 2, 2026 on Disney Jr. and Disney Jr. On Demand, with 20 episodes streaming the next day on Disney+ in the U.S. and select regions internationally.

The series is currently available on BBC iPlayer, CBeebies, and RTÉ Player.

Synopsis: BeddyByes invites audiences to join best friends MeMo and BaBa as they travel across Planet BeddyByes, meeting new and familiar faces on their mindful and soothing journey to bedtime. The animated series supports healthy daily routines and sleeping habits for preschoolers.

Executive Produced by Alan Shannon.

Directed by Niall Mooney.

Written by Dave Ingham.

Original Music by Lucie Treacher.

‘Unicorn Academy: Secrets Revealed’ Official Trailer, Release Date and Stills

February 27, 2026 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Release date: March 19, 2026 on Netflix

Synopsis: Follow Sophia and her friends as they embark on a glimmering quest to unlock Unicorn Island’s mysteries and banish Grimoria — and Ravenzella — for good!

Voice cast:
Sara García as Sophia Mendoza
Sadie Laflamme-Snow as Ava Banji
Kamaia Fairburn as Layla Fletcher
Gabriella Kosmidis as Isabel Armstrong
Kari Wong as Valentina Furi
Kolton Stewart as Rory Carmichael
Jennifer Hale as Ravenzella

Created by Michelle and Robert Lamoreaux.

‘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.